Badge Location Observation Type Date / Time
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 12/05/2022 3:45 PM
Contact with Ryan Menas for dog off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Gave a leash and educated on regulations. Compliant, first contact, verbal warning.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 12/05/2022 2:00 PM
Talked to a woman whose dog was out of sight control.
8137 Moore Open Space Lost and Found 12/05/2022 1:00 PM
Turned in black prescription glasses to APD that I found at Moore OS this morning.
8137 Moore Open Space Signage 12/05/2022 10:00 AM
Put out no dog icons at Moore OS. It has been groomed!!
8137 Wheatley Beach Resource Damage 12/05/2022 8:45 AM
Found the sign that went missing, but did not locate the sandwich board. Put the sign back in lockup. Also picked up a contractor bag amount of trash and modelo beer cans stashed in the bushes near where I found sign on Wheatley property.
8135 Redstone Park Illegal Camping 12/05/2022 7:45 AM
I noticed a blue Toyota van (CO:CTC-382) in the parking lot at Redstone park at the bathrooms. It looked like there was someone camping in it. I went into the General store when they opened and the worker reported the van being there all night. I went to contact the person but he was driving off. Keep an eye out.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 12/04/2022 4:00 PM
Asked for one dog to be taken back up to cars from the springs.
8137 Thompson Creek Open Space Illegal Camping 12/04/2022 3:00 PM
Frank Lewis has cleaned up his camp. 10 and I checked it today. We did find a fair amount of very old camp items discarded under a tarp. May want to clean up and remove at some point. Will put it in an email.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 12/04/2022 12:30 PM
Contact with Andrea Wallace for three dogs off leash near Stein park on the upper Rio. Friendly, assumed different regs in winter. Educated about all regs and gave warning because last contact was 12 years ago. VW.
8136 Thompson Creek Open Space Illegal Camping 12/03/2022 2:00 PM
Met with 62 to check if Frank Lewis had vacated. 62 did not have the proper gear to wade the river so we had to push it another day. He thinks 10 is on with the right gear tomorrow.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 12/02/2022 4:30 PM
Posted an old era “Absolutely” No Dogs sign to replace the missing sandwich board near Wheatley Gulch
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 12/02/2022 7:30 AM
No Dog sandwich board sign is missing. Couldn’t find it in the area. Maybe stolen? I’ll see what we have to replace it.
8136 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 12/01/2022 7:00 AM
Multiple assets closed for the winter.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/28/2022 4:30 PM
Responded to a broken fence on the Rio (hit and run car accident) with 20. I took photos of the damages and sent them to Ted and Jeff. The vehicle left their license plate behind so we will be requesting payment. I cleaned the trail.
8135 Thompson Creek Open Space Illegal Camping 11/28/2022 8:00 AM
Contacted Frank Lewis with 10 about illegally camping on OS. We reminded him that he only had 72 hours from the last time he was contacted a week ago to leave. I extended to another day and said he needed to be out in 24 hours. We will check on him soon.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 11/27/2022 6:30 PM
Opened SMP
8136 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 11/26/2022 2:00 PM
Kravitz was successful in harvesting an elk today. Everything went smoothly. - Near picnic bench area of Skyline Ridge.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Educational Contact 11/26/2022 10:00 AM
Spoke with a man with a DOL on the Southside drive trail near RGT. I reminded him to leash up if he was heading out on the RGT. He was heading back to the neighborhood and not going on RGT.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Wildlife 11/26/2022 10:00 AM
Deer carcass reported by the Basalt Mayor 100ft East of Southside Drive on the RGT. He is requesting we remove it. I was unable to pick it up without help. It is currently well off the trail on the right side looking upvalley.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 11/25/2022 4:00 PM
GT reported two males cleaning an animal near the welcome sign on BCT. I checked on it to confirm it was not a poacher etc. They had left the area by the time I arrived. I spoke with SMVPD and they said it was road kill that was given to someone on the list.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 11/25/2022 7:30 AM
McNeil was successful in harvesting an elk today. Everything went smoothly. - off Skyline Ridge.
8137 Cozy Point South Illegal Camping 11/21/2022 11:00 AM
Noticed a stick built shelter at the base of Cozy Point Sourh. Possibly built by leasees who work in the area.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/14/2022 6:00 PM
Closed Dart section of the rio to dogs.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Patrol/Outreach 11/14/2022 6:00 PM
Closed Grace-Shehi for the season
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/14/2022 5:00 PM
Responded to dog at large near jaffee park on the rio with 64. UTL.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 11/13/2022 8:30 AM
Saw dogs off leash going up liaison trail from Jaffee park, drove up to Steven’s st. to contact. Woman with three dogs leashed when she saw me. Contact was heated. Accused me of being rude and harassing her on a Sunday morning. Tried to educate about leash law on the Jaffee liaison trail and the Rio. Claimed to be doing nothing wrong and would not give me information. Other neighbors were also telling me to leave her alone. Claiming her dogs are always under control. May try to follow up with 03, who lives next door to subject.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 11/12/2022 4:30 PM
30 ppl, 10 cars, big horns present. John Alden was at spring, no dog. No hunters
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 11/12/2022 8:30 AM
SO ticket for black Mercedes CO: ADX-169 for overnight parking in the Smuggler parking lot. 7th citation
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 11/11/2022 4:00 PM
John “Alden” Paul was at the hot springs. I chatted with him, he did not have his dog with him and the Big Horn were out. There was also a guy that goes by the name "Dwight". Dwight lives out of his camper (light blue hand made) that he pulls behind his truck. He says he'll be in the area but will not be camping at the hot springs or on Open Space. Please have a deputy with you when contacting these folks.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Signage 11/08/2022 4:00 PM
Leash Law sign at southside of lazy Glen ped bridge
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 11/08/2022 12:45 PM
DOL with Bryan Beck. Did not want to stop and talk. Put his dog on a leash but continued to walk away. Only able to get first and last name.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Educational Contact 11/08/2022 12:30 PM
Contacted a man for a fishing license check and to have him make sure he was keeping his dog in voice and sight control while In the park. Didn’t look like he was paying attention to the dog.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 11/06/2022 8:00 AM
SO ticket for overnight parking. Black Mercedes CO: ADX-169. 6th citation.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 11/05/2022 1:15 PM
DOL with John Keller at Pitkin Iron. Admittedly let off leash because there was no one around. Discussed “off season” misconceptions and wildlife. First contact. VW.
8136 Avalanche Creek/Tarr OS Patrol/Outreach 11/05/2022 8:45 AM
Chat with hunters hiking out of Janeway Flats to Tarr/Avalanche. Access to USFS and knew regulation boundaries. Unsuccessful with getting an animal.
8136 East of Aspen Trail Signage 11/04/2022 5:30 PM
Opened EoA for the weekend due to halted construction. Signage is in the garage ready to be put back in the field on Monday.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 11/04/2022 11:45 AM
Pink tag, written warning for silver VW Golf for overnight parking in the Smuggler lot.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 11/04/2022 11:00 AM
8136 and I closed the upper smug lot.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 11/03/2022 11:30 AM
Put out leash dog sandwich board on Rio near Steven’s st and Jaffee liaison.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Signage 11/02/2022 3:00 PM
Added detour signs to East of Aspen trail as directed by planning staff for NS parking construction.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 11/01/2022 11:00 AM
Responded to 202 reporting hunters coming off SMP at the Tom Blake trailhead. While in Route 202 cleared and called me. He did not get the two males' info but informed them they could not hunt on SMP. Snowmass then put signs at the entrances of their trails and I checked our icons. I let them know we need to contact anyone hunting in SMP and sent them the info of the permitted hunters for 4th season.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/01/2022 9:00 AM
40 received a call reporting many dogs off-leash on the Rio Grande near Jaffee park. Requested extra patrols in this area.
8140 Glassier Open Space Wildlife 10/30/2022 2:30 PM
Helped return Buddy McFlufferson to his home on Hook Spur. He decided to walk the rio and glassier on his own
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/30/2022 2:15 PM
Contact with Jamie Albers for dog off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Thought off leash began at Benedict bridge. Explained regs. First contact, verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/30/2022 2:00 PM
Contact with Hilary Duchein for dog off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Thought off leash began after Benedict bridge. First contact, verbal warning.
8140 Filoha Meadows Open Space Educational Contact 10/30/2022 12:00 PM
Spoke to two groups glassing Filoha to make sure they were aware of regulations. They were watching their buddies get elk above Filoha. Told they had to exit via avalanche
8139 Penny Hot Springs Human Poop 10/29/2022 1:00 PM
Behind the porta potty.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 10/29/2022 12:00 PM
DOL. I scraped from owner and was running around barking at other users. Had leash on, think it genuinely escaped the owners weak grip. Reminded trail etiquette w dogs
8136 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 10/29/2022 11:00 AM
Dog at large reported near Jaffee Park. Same dog as yesterday afternoon near the race track. Large brown and black. Skittish. Name likely, "Kilo". Unable to catch. Last seen Lower Bullwinkle neighborhood.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 10/28/2022 4:15 PM
Contact with Eric Mandelblatt for dog off leash on the upper Rio. Came from HCT connector. Educated on regs. First contact, verbal warning.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 10/28/2022 4:15 PM
Contact with Brian Kelly for dog off leash on the upper Rio grande trail. First contact, verbal warning.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 10/28/2022 4:00 PM
03 passed along a dog at large report near the raceway. I ran into a family walking their dogs (on leash) with a dog matching the description that had joined them. He was pretty skiddish towards anyone getting too close. After a couple attempts he took off over an embankment near the raceway. I followed but couldn’t see him -guessing he went back to where he was supposed to be after an afternoon running about. “Kilo”, Black and Tan medium sized dog
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 10/28/2022 3:30 PM
Contact with Brooks Tanner for dog off leash on the upper Rio. Leashed as I approached. New to town. Unaware of year round leash regulation. Gave ideas of off leash trails. First contact, verbal warning.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 10/27/2022 1:30 PM
Received a call about mudslide 120yards DV of 4070 Lower River Rd. Maintenance cleared it already. They will clean it up a bit more next week.
8137 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/27/2022 1:30 PM
Received a call from dispatch with a person asking question s about access at Filoha. Spoke to man wondering about hunting and accesss through Filoha. I explained no hunting regulation and closure in place. I thanked him for asking. He appreciated the info. Also said the elk were in there right now, so rangers should get eyes on Filoha. 2nd season starts Oct 29, this Saturday.
8136 Prince of Peace Parking Area Patrol/Outreach 10/26/2022 5:00 PM
Bike reported by 8139 is gone.
8136 East of Aspen Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/26/2022 10:30 AM
2 DOL with a male on east of Aspen trail near the beach. Parked at north gate and walked over but the party had parked at the beach and left before making contact.
8139 Prince of Peace Parking Area Lost and Found 10/26/2022 10:00 AM
This week… there’s a hard tail Scott bike locked to the first parking sign in the lot. Has snow on it, but will check back tomorrow before pink tagging for storage of property
8135 Penny Hot Springs Written Warning 10/26/2022 10:00 AM
Contacted John “Alden” Paul from a distance. I knew there was no deputy around so I asked him to put his dog back in the car and let him know his next dog violation would result in a citation. I returned to my vehicle and watched him put the dog back in. Do not contact without a deputy. 58 let me know he has court for an assault that took place at the penny hot springs. Apparently he got in an argument and hit someone over the head with a metal water bottle. 2011 light blue Subaru Outback (CO: BNU-811)
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 10/25/2022 9:00 AM
Cleaned up many pumpkins that had been shot at and dumped on the backside of perham parking area.
8140 Administration Maintenance 10/25/2022 9:00 AM
Got rock chip in 107 fixed at cracks & racks as requested by fleet
8135 Bull Pen Lot Illegal Camping 10/25/2022 8:15 AM
Contacted Don Thrice camping illegally in his silver Toyota Prius (CO:APQ-452) in the Bull Pen parking area. Don is a homeless 78 yo male. Super kind and working on housing. He’ll be housed on Saturday but will avoid open space until then.
8140 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 10/24/2022 3:15 PM
Education contact for dog at hot springs. Dog was a small tan dog that looked like Ranger Penny and a wiener dog mixed together. Owners was a woman in 50s. Thought she was getting a ticket, I explained rules and rationale. Said she understood. Lives in Paonia and drove a nice gray sprinter van with CO plates, NRA sticker, reflective stairs on side, and fancy door handle. Friendly
8135 Redstone Boulders OS Patrol/Outreach 10/24/2022 9:00 AM
Noticed a car print in the snow at the redstone boulder trailhead. Looks like someone had parked overnight.
8137 Prince of Peace Parking Area Written Warning 10/24/2022 7:45 AM
Pink tag, written warning for toyota tundra parked overnight in the Prince of Peace lot. Covered in snow.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 10/24/2022 7:30 AM
SO ticket for CO: ANV-E37 black Jeep wrangler parked overnight in the Smuggler parking lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 10/24/2022 7:30 AM
PInk tag, written warning for Silver VW Toureg parked overnight at the Smuggler Parking lot. CO: CVR-Q36. Cite on next offense.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Litter minimal 10/24/2022 7:00 AM
Bear patrol this morning. Two trash dumpsters overturned but no intrusions.
8137 Glassier Open Space Wildlife 10/23/2022 3:00 PM
8140 and I investigated two rouge goats. If anyone reports them missing, send them to Glassier homestead.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 10/23/2022 1:00 PM
Contacted a photographer and a couple taking engagement photos at the beach. They were insistent that the photographer was not being paid and that they were close friends.
1557 Parks Office Light trail work 10/23/2022 9:30 AM
Spent most of the day clearing snow off of the trees that overhang and block the trails. Wet and cold!
8139 Jaffee Park Parking 10/22/2022 2:15 PM
Pink tagged a gray Tacoma (CO:978-ROM) parked in the circle. Seemed to be some kind of picnic happening in the park but didn’t get anyone to say it was their car
8136 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Educational Contact 10/22/2022 1:30 PM
Contacted a woman who tried to pick up her dogs leash from the ground sneaky-like. I explained wildlife concerns and importance of leash especially on Lower HCT
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 10/22/2022 12:30 PM
Contacted a woman with 6 dogs on leash but clearly didn't have much control over them. She was aware of the struggle. Said she helps rescue dogs and drives them to no kill shelters. Figured that was a good enough reason to make it EC. Wrangelled the pups and left.
8139 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 10/22/2022 10:00 AM
Had an interesting contact with a male walking his dog off the brush creek trail near the restoration area. Informed him that we don’t permit folks walking around out there and about the current dog closure on brush creek trail due to wildlife migration. He got agitated and refused to give me any contact info. His name is possibly Devon, dog was a small blue cattle dog maybe named “ boo”. Took off in his green gmc savana van CO:442-SQR
8139 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 10/21/2022 2:45 PM
Changed the batteries in the seven Star (trail) camera. It stopped taking pictures 9/3 - JU is aware and knows the batteries got switched. She said she will check back on it before the winter closure
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 10/21/2022 1:00 PM
Construction work below the railroad cars is complete. Closed the trail at 1:00 and opened at 5:00
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Lost and Found 10/20/2022 12:30 PM
Found an abandoned bike locked to a phone pole with a dancing bear sticker on it. After talking to the dancing bear, they affirmed the bike was theirs. They told us lock combo and we returned it to the dancing bear.
1555 Sky Mountain Park Cyclist contact 10/20/2022 11:00 AM
Very busy day at Sky Mountain, various safety education contacts. Did not see any ebikes.
8139 Brush Creek Trail Educational Contact 10/19/2022 5:15 PM
Stopped a dog owner from heading down brush creek trail and explained the closure. Said It was a “favorite” walk for her and her boxer. Pointed her to other walks that are open to dogs. Turned back to the rodeo lot
1555 Sky Mountain Park Cyclist contact 10/19/2022 3:30 PM
Contact with Nathan Garfield who wants the new airline uphill trail to be renamed as Upline.
8139 Prince of Peace Parking Area Lost and Found 10/19/2022 10:30 AM
The bike 8137 tagged is still in the same spot. Removed and brought to PW lock up
1555 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued citation 10/19/2022 7:00 AM
Citation to Campo De Fiori for Bear Trash Intrusion.
1555 Willoughby/Lift 1A Park Litter all over 10/18/2022 3:00 PM
Removed trash dumped in Lift 1A Park. Waste consisted on construction materials, caulking, etc.
8140 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 10/18/2022 1:15 PM
Should’ve gotten more information but I was upset so I didn’t want to continue contact. Woman’s dog was 30ft in front of her. He barked and growled at me and I told the dog to stay and calm down. She got closer while chatting on phone and dog approached me smelling and tried to nip at my hands that were in RES position! She called the dog off and explained I was intimidating wearing all black and asked if I was scared. I said that I was fine but this behavior was not acceptable. Don’t think she actually listened to me
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 10/18/2022 10:45 AM
DOL on storywalk. Told man leashes were required on hunter creek trail, he said he comes on call as he leashed and walked away from me. As he was leaving I explained we’ve been busy with bears and it’s for everyone safety. Got strange vibes so didn’t ask for info
8135 Brush Creek Trail Written Warning 10/17/2022 4:00 PM
Contacted Thomas Roennau and his dog Daisy on the Brush Creek trail just behind the sign. Thomas claimed he missed the sign and would turn around. Good conversation, first contact. WW
8140 Prince Creek Trail Maintenance 10/17/2022 2:15 PM
Replaced remaining needed signs. Chatted with Kevin & Carl as they cleaned the porta potty shelter graffiti
8140 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/17/2022 1:15 PM
Spoke to 3 cars with dogs in parking lot. Explained dog rationale in regards to sanitation, wildlife, and a new one from another hot springer - not everyone wants to be next to a dog they don’t know or have dog hair pile up in the springs. Spoke to one possible camper and explain To them some good spots to check out and general car camping laws of the area. All friendly. Surprisingly no trash.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 10/17/2022 6:30 AM
Bear trash intrusion check this AM. Two intrusions into recycling bins. One trash can knocked over and a bear assessed the trash from the bottom of the can. Ski co. employees were cleaning up the trash.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 10/16/2022 3:30 PM
John Harrison of Aspen with a dog on leash at the river - South Gate.
8140 Seven Star Ranch Educational Contact 10/16/2022 2:45 PM
212 responded to a call about a dog off leash in the Seven Star closure. 8140 responded from North Star but didn’t make it in time. 212 spoke to RP and person with the dog, “clear no report”.
8136 Jaffee Park Trash 10/16/2022 1:15 PM
Disposed of Whiteclaw cans, McDonalds bag, dirty diapers in porta potty structure.
1556 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 10/16/2022 11:00 AM
Child had fallen off her bike and scraped her knee. I helped clean her up, gave her a band aid, and the family continued on their way.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 10/16/2022 10:00 AM
Bunch of elk in the heron area of the James H closure! I almost went in then heard them making noise. Watched some hunters up in FS watch them for a bit too. Was cool to see! Good reminder that the busier hunting seasons have started. There is a chance they could close in on the heard - it’s brutal pack back up to Richmond ridge…
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 10/15/2022 3:00 PM
Issued a written warning for dog in the preserve. They hadn’t made it past the kiosk, but explained the wildlife rationale for why dogs are not permitted in the preserve. She was apologetic, from out of town trying to get onto the east of Aspen trail. Got her oriented to the trail. Amy Hoogenakker from Colorado Springs, first contact WW
8136 Woody Creek Parking Lot Accident/Rescue 10/15/2022 2:00 PM
68yo woman with left ankle injury after bike crash in parking area. Deep gravel vs skinny rd bike tire. Transported to AVH.
8136 Lani White Trail Educational Contact 10/15/2022 12:00 PM
Elderly gal dropped leash to take a picture. Reminded her to keep it in hand when she got back on track.
8136 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Verbal Warning 10/15/2022 12:00 PM
DOL with Kerry-Anne Anderson. Thought it sounded like an odd name but she persisted. Seemed likely she did not have dog on leash lower on HcT so i elected a VW. First contact VW. Discussed wildlife in the area.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 10/15/2022 11:00 AM
Contacted a woman who grabbed her dogs collar seemingly panicked as a biker went by. The dog seemed fine.. I recommended using a leash if she did not trust her dog with passing bikers.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 10/15/2022 10:15 AM
Requested folks return to trail who stepped off to take photos of paragliders landing.
8136 Congo Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 10/14/2022 5:30 PM
Closed for the winter season.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 10/14/2022 5:00 PM
Educated a person biking on JHS trail.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 10/14/2022 5:00 PM
Educated a couple taking photos of their dog just off the EOA trail near beach access. Explained dog regulation in preserve and leash law on EOA trail. Compliant.
8139 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/14/2022 5:00 PM
Put out the dog closure signs on brush creek
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 10/14/2022 1:15 PM
Educated a dog walker about leash and poo bag regulation. Not carrying either. Gave them both. Claimed to be dog sitting.
8137 Jaffee Park Penalty Assessment 10/13/2022 4:00 PM
Contact with Kelley Brenninger for three dogs off leash in the road at Jaffee park. Also, failure to remove dog waste. Warning for leashes and PA for waste. See report. Penalty assessment.
8136 Seven Star Ranch Wildlife 10/13/2022 2:00 PM
Reset the wildlife cam up the two track. Seems to be working with cellular.
8136 Stein Park (AVLT) Educational Contact 10/13/2022 12:30 PM
8202 reported chaotic parking and blocking the staging/loading zone. Several cars leaving as I got there. Chat with two others and recommend out dirt pull-off for overflow.
8137 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 10/13/2022 11:00 AM
Reset all locks to Wilden and Filoha. Reference sheets. Also changed out SD card. Card is on RN desk.
8137 Prince of Peace Parking Area Lost and Found 10/13/2022 9:30 AM
Pink tagged a teal extracycle e bike that’s been in the prince of peace lot for several days. Gave until 10/16/22 to remove.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/12/2022 12:30 PM
Contacted Susanne Robbinson and her dog Bear, DOL. She had an e leash for the dog, but I explained that the regs require a physical leash (she had one it was just tied around her waist). Chatted about the impacts/ importance of leashing for wildlife especially this time of year. Friendly and cooperative, first contact VW.
1555 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 10/12/2022 7:00 AM
Bear Trash Intrusion inspection of the downtown core; one recycling container open and tipped over though no wildlife appears to have been fed.
1556 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Litter minimal 10/11/2022 8:00 AM
Performed bear patrol this morning. A handful of recycling intrusions, but no trash intrusions in the core.
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Issued verbal warning 10/10/2022 9:30 AM
Found a large 4x4 ft. delivery crate left in Ajax Park, the house next to the park is moving in furniture, contact made, and it was moved .
8137 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Educational Contact 10/10/2022 9:00 AM
Patrolled the Geace -Shehi trail and parking. Spoke to one dog Walter with two dogs. Explained leash regs near parking area and dog waste removal codes. Friendly, but not carrying leashes.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 10/10/2022 8:15 AM
Spoke to two high school students trying to park in OST lot. Explained regulation. One was driver of white titan 8140 observed a few days ago. Pink tagged suspect student vehicle, silver GMC Acadia CO: FXO- 335. Parked before 0800Am, still in lot at 0945.
1556 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 10/10/2022 8:00 AM
One man with his dog off leash. He was not happy and had a lot to say about ebikers, but he leashed up.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 10/10/2022 6:30 AM
Bear patrol in the core alleys this AM found several attempts at dumpster diving, but no break-ins. Recycle bins overturned.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Signage 10/09/2022 3:30 PM
I pulled the ride dirt signs from airline and cozy line.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 10/09/2022 2:30 PM
I pulled the 10 min parking signs from Wildwood.
1556 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Park use light 10/09/2022 1:00 PM
Noticed blood and animal fur on the Marroon Creek Gorge trail. I searched the area looking for any dead animals that might attract bears, but I saw nothing in the area. This is a few hundred feet away from the government trail junction.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/09/2022 12:30 PM
Contact with Diane Gleason for three golden retrievers off leash on Hunter Creek Trail. Dogs were ahead of owner out of voice and sight control. Gave stern warning for egregious violation. Explained fines for three dogs off leash. First contact, VW.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/09/2022 10:45 AM
Contact with Aubrey Bailey for dog off leash on the Hunter Creek trail. From Denver, first time to Aspen. Friendly and receptive. VW
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/08/2022 12:30 PM
I contacted Chep Tomaszk on the Hunter creek trail because his dog, Cici, was off leash. I asked if he knew the leash regs- he did not. I explained where and why his dog needed to be leashed. Nice & compliant. VW
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/08/2022 9:45 AM
I contacted Noah Bremen because his dog, Colby, was off leash on the Hunter creek trail. I asked if he knew the regulations and he said he did not. I explained where the dog had to be leashed & why and told him I’d need some info from him. His friend told me he had a plane to catch and didn’t have time for this. I explained it would be much quicker with their compliance to which another guy said oh great she’s going to right you a ticket. I said not if this is your first time talking with a ranger, which it was. He gave me his info and leashed his dog. Compliant VW
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 10/07/2022 2:15 PM
Classic leash when they see ya. We were just passed kiosk so I reminded the sign and when I’m not around
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Lost and Found 10/07/2022 1:00 PM
Found a dog, Lucy, wandering around the middle rio grande trail by herself. Checked her collar and called owner & reunited them. Owners yard backs up to the rio and dog had hopped the fence.
8140 Jaffee Park Written Warning 10/07/2022 10:15 AM
Pink tagged grey suburu tribeca CO: 720-LXQ for parking in boat loop. Quiet day with plenty of parking. Their position would block a large or trailered vehicles from turning in one go.
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Educational Contact 10/07/2022 8:45 AM
BHS Rio Grande parking patrol. 2 cars idled for over 30mins in lot, one left and one was not stoked when I explained they couldn’t park as they went towards school. Spoke to a nice kid in an orange Kia who went to park down in neighborhood. A white titan pickup was here when I arrived at 8 and upset girls implied it was a student.
1557 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Issued verbal warning 10/06/2022 5:00 PM
Met two men in the wetlands looking for a place to camp for the night, reminded them there is no camping permitted within the city. I advised them of the national forest.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 10/06/2022 10:45 AM
Complaint from a citizen of a truck parked on the pavers near the Foutain unloading packages. Made contact with the driver as he was leaving.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Signage 10/05/2022 6:30 PM
Added Dog on Leash signage to the parking area before Grace-Shehi bike park. That area is on the agenda for the next staff meeting and we'll get more direction after.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 10/05/2022 5:00 PM
I contacted Abby Anderson on the upper rio grande trail because her dog Gus was off leash. I asked if she knew the regs on the trail, she said she did and had just entered the trail a few hundred yards up trail and should have leashed him and apologized. She asked if even in the off season she has to leash him on the rio. I explained to her why it’s so important to leash in the off season. Compliant
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Helmet education 10/05/2022 4:00 PM
Two young males using the skateboard park without helmets. We had the safety conversation.
8140 Jaffee Park Lost and Found 10/05/2022 3:30 PM
Found a kids Apple Watch. Was able to contact dad who is picking it up from truck
8138 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 10/05/2022 1:00 PM
8140 and I checked on the camp at mills & belongings and trash have been removed minus a few wet wipes
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Litter moderate 10/05/2022 11:45 AM
Cleaned up trash, looks like lunch leftovers taken from a nearby construction site.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 10/05/2022 10:00 AM
8138 cut tree below first bridge, made it look easy!
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 10/05/2022 9:00 AM
Directions given to E- bikers heading down valley, they could not seem to find Basalt. Did not understand how far it was from Aspen. ???
8135 Wilden Property Patrol/Outreach 10/05/2022 8:45 AM
I added a lock to the Wilden gate. Combination on the sheet.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 10/05/2022 8:30 AM
Picked up trash/wine boxes at the back end of the lot. Also noted fresh tire tracks out. There may be people camping there. Also, there is a fresh kill on the foot trail at the back end of the lot.
1557 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 10/04/2022 1:45 PM
1557 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 10/04/2022 1:00 PM
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Followed-up on issue 10/04/2022 12:00 PM
Checked on red tagged camp gear I found in the Ute Cemetery 2 days ago. It has ben moved.
1556 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Litter minimal 10/04/2022 6:30 AM
Walked through the core on bear patrol duty. No trash out and no intrusions!
8136 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 10/03/2022 2:30 PM
Moved along vehicle parked on EoA in common spot before boardwalk.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 10/03/2022 2:30 PM
Educated a woman with two white doodle dogs off leash in the road at Jaffee.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 10/03/2022 2:00 PM
Contacted male taking staged photos of woman at South Gate. Claimed for personal use. Seemed legit.
8137 Wheatley Gulch Resource Damage 10/03/2022 12:30 PM
Dug a new hole for the Wheatley gulch sign. Also noticed a bike at the gate over the creek on the Rio. Saw an older gentleman who looked to be snooping around the gas equipment just off the trail. When I walked by again he seemed to be doing calisthenics. Possibly same guy that was camping last week. Wheatley gulch has been busy lately, may want to step up our presents.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 10/03/2022 7:30 AM
Pink tag issued for NV: 075-U85 silver Chevy town and country van. Obviously parked overnight. Windshield was frosted. WW
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 10/03/2022 7:30 AM
Pink tag for VW blue toured parked overnight at Smuggler parking lot pic plate CO: AED-232. Did not observe the night before so opted for another warning.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Litter all over 10/03/2022 6:30 AM
Multiple overturned dumpsters, recycling containers and composting cans this morning. Lots of bear intrusions. Mostly from damaged containers.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Litter minimal 10/02/2022 6:15 PM
Ride through of the core allies checking for open trash containers. All good.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Issued verbal warning 10/02/2022 5:00 PM
Moved along 3 vehicles at 3 different locations , blocking the trail.
8138 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 10/02/2022 3:30 PM
8137 and I found a camp east of mills behind some trees. 10 came with us to contact. No one was there so we left a pink tag stating they have 72 hours to remove.
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Followed-up on issue 10/02/2022 2:00 PM
Report from a passerby of construction workers leaving trash all over the park after having lunch there. Cleaned up.
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 10/02/2022 1:30 PM
Picked up tagged gear from 9/28/22. Trash.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Written Warning 10/02/2022 12:30 PM
Contact with Jill Pisani for dog off leash near Basalt High School. Leashed as I approached. Explained regs and started issuing PA. Jill was compliant and friendly, but visibly upset. Pisani told me her dad had just died, and she was walking with family to celebrate his life. She started crying and said she was so embarrassed because she had not noticed the signs. I decided to use discretion and make the PA a warning. I think Pisani will remember to read signs going forward. WW
8137 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Educational Contact 10/02/2022 12:15 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash at Grace-Shehi near community garden.
8137 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Patrol/Outreach 10/02/2022 11:45 AM
Spoke to a concerned neighbor of Grace-Shehi meadows. He reported seeing dogs off leash and dog waste near new parking area and adjacent to his private property. I think we could put up dog on leash signage.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Campsite found/evicted 10/02/2022 11:00 AM
Red tagged camping gear rolled up and left in the Ute cemetery. Will follow up in 48 hours.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 10/02/2022 9:30 AM
First contact with Emily Winston. DOLx3. Warning.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 10/01/2022 4:30 PM
I contacted Brian because his dog, Asher, was off leash on the upper rio grande trail. I asked him to leash his dog and explained that the rio is an extremely busy trail. He said he knows because he lives here and started to leash his dog. He told me his dog is extremely good and never leaves his side even though I watched the dog dart from side to side of the rio. I explained why it was required and then asked if he had been contacted by a ranger before and he said yes once last year. I asked him for his first name, he said Brian. I asked for his last name and he got extremely angry and upset with me. Told me he does not have to give me that information by law. He said that he understands and my point has been made and he will not give me any more information. I told him having his dog off leash is a ticketable offense of $100 and that I needed his information. He got even more upset and said it was last year and the ranger he talked to was much nicer and didn’t require any info from him and that he was leaving. My point had been made he said and walked away.
8137 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/01/2022 4:00 PM
I joined RFC for an outreach event at Lazy Glen OS. Unfortunately the rain and cold Esther kept the event small, but I did answer a lot of questions and felt as though It was useful to have Pitkin OS present.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/30/2022 5:45 PM
Stopped by penny on my way home from Filoha event. Didn’t see much trash, but I did tell a naked couple to put their dog back in their car. I did not stay long enough to see if they complied. It was getting dark.
8137 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/30/2022 4:00 PM
I joined RFC and one participant for Filoha exploration. It was beautiful. I closed up Filoha at the end of the evening.
8139 Glassier Open Space Educational Contact 9/30/2022 11:00 AM
As we were finishing up putting in the gate, two bikes started up the old two track. I suggested they ride the trail instead when I realized they were on e bikes. The male party offered to take the battery out of the ebike and then “it’s just a regular bike”. Apparently in their model bike the battery and motor are one. So taking the battery/motor out makes it into a regular pedal powered bike. I felt this was compliant and they were willing to remove the electric component of the bike ?
1557 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Park permit check 9/29/2022 5:45 PM
Permit check on mechanical bull use in the park. OK.
8136 Redstone Boulders OS Parking 9/29/2022 1:30 PM
Pennsylvania plate trailer has been removed from parking area.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 9/29/2022 1:30 PM
Contacted gal with champagne bottle. Poured into plastic and removed.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 9/29/2022 1:30 PM
Group with music on small speaker. Crowded, explained regs, suggested not everyone wants to listen. Cooperative.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/29/2022 1:30 PM
17 people, one dog in car!, 11 vehicles, micro trash and a few beer cans in lotta shelter.
8136 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 9/29/2022 12:00 PM
Multiple complaints and long line for bathrooms. Only one open since ports potties have recently left. Explained construction and thanked folks for patience. Ted is going to ask Rory to open right side bathroom.
8137 Glassier Open Space Educational Contact 9/29/2022 11:45 AM
8139 Educated an e-biker who came up the two track at Glassier. Said he was not going to continue up the single track. He was not riding an e-mountain bike. Said he was going back to Glenwood.
1557 Hallam Bike/Ped Route Found resource damage 9/29/2022 11:15 AM
Replaced 4 of the one block only signs that had been run over and damaged.
1555 Rio Grande Park Called to scene 9/29/2022 11:00 AM
Called to scene by 124, sleeper, Merlyn the Magician, found sleeping by Roaring Fork River near ACRA Building. Sleeper was relocated.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Human Poop 9/29/2022 9:45 AM
Spotted human poop at the NSNP beach. Toilet paper was also present.
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 9/28/2022 6:00 PM
Tagged abandoned camping gear behind the Marolt mining museum. Follow up in 48 hours.
1557 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Everything great 9/28/2022 2:45 PM
Monitor progress on the Maroon Creek trail work being done with several interested people.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/28/2022 2:45 PM
Contacted a male and female taking photos at the north gate platform. Insisted that they were not a commercial photographer, it was his girlfriend and his personal camera. Educated about the regulations at NSNP and pointed them to the beach if they wanted to enter the preserve.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 9/28/2022 1:00 PM
Sprayed the volcano reported by 8139 below railroad cars.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/28/2022 1:00 PM
Susan Schuppe, 3 DOL, first contact. Chatted about the differences in smuggler and hunter creek and wildlife in the area. Friendly and compliant, VW
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/28/2022 1:00 PM
Kathy Welgos, 2 DOL. classic “in this area” response when asked if she was aware of the regulations. Warned in 2015 on East of Aspen trail for dogs, opted for another VW but explained future contacts will result in PA.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 9/28/2022 12:00 PM
The gold Kia van (PA:LBV-8207) from my contact at Perham Creek trailhead yesterday looked to be camping out at Wildwood. Keep an eye out. I am sending info to Wyatt at the FS as well.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 9/28/2022 10:45 AM
1557 Meadows Open Space Followed-up on issue 9/28/2022 10:30 AM
Follow up on report from a passerby of a person under the bridge. 1 male just trying to get out of the rain. All good.
1555 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued citation 9/28/2022 7:00 AM
Issued Citation to A-1 Maintenance and Property for Bear Intrusion in dumpster at 411 East Main Street.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 9/27/2022 3:30 PM
Drove a few miles past Lollipop on SMR looking for an overdue group said to have been looking for Smuggler trailhead. SO 20 found them near Grottos. I don't recommend driving up there unless for emergency.
8136 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 9/27/2022 2:30 PM
Moved along to different vehicles parked partially on the EoA to take pics of NSNP. Both just passing through.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 9/27/2022 10:00 AM
Contact made with a group of E- bikers stopped at the falls taking photos blocking the trail. Moved along.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 9/27/2022 9:30 AM
Contacted a man playing fetch with his dog in the river at PHS. He was compliant and understanding. Two other folks in the hot springs did not seem happy I was making him put his dog in the truck. Picked up trash.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 9/27/2022 9:00 AM
Contacted a man in a gold KIA van (PA: LBV-8207). I suspected him camping but after talking to him he was adamant that he was backpacking and had just walked back to the van to cook breakfast. I am not convinced and will be checking back first thing in the morning.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Human Poop 9/26/2022 3:15 PM
Noticed a human poop just beyond the JHS gate with toilet paper.
8137 Wheatley Gulch Signage 9/26/2022 9:45 AM
Camp at Wheatley gulch has been removed. No trash found. Added no camping icon to Wheatley gulch sign post.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/25/2022 4:45 PM
Educational contact for dogs off leash on the EOA trail. Also trying to outreach class 2 e-bike at the same time. E-biker was throttling.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/25/2022 4:30 PM
Music at beach. Super quiet off phone, barely noticed. Guy thanked and joked Inhad to do my job and he knew the rules
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/25/2022 2:45 PM
Contact with Lauren Russell for dog at the beach. Cited for dog, music, and warned for glass. Penalty assessment.
8138 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 9/25/2022 2:00 PM
I contacted Gayle Morgan on the Lani White trail because her dog, Rocky, was off leash. I asked if she was familiar with the regs in the area she said she was not because she is just dog sitting. I explained where rocky needed to be leashed and where she could go to have him off leash. She was super nice and apologetic. VW
8140 Filoha Meadows Open Space Signage 9/25/2022 1:30 PM
I will send an email but Filoha vehicle gate was unlocked and propped open. No visible tracks besides people and critter foot prints
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 9/25/2022 1:00 PM
I contacted Nancy Pickard on the upper rio for having her dog Bliss off leash. She was on the phone during the whole contact and asked her friend to hold on a minute because she was currently being yelled at by me. I asked if she knew the leash regs on the rio, she said that she does and that she hates the rio. She leashed her dog and walked back out on shady lane. Compliant-ish
8140 East Creek Trailhead Written Warning 9/25/2022 1:00 PM
Pink tagged trailer PA: XKS-4797 for storage of property. No cars nearby
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Fire 9/25/2022 12:30 PM
Responded to small wild land fire near deer creek and the Rio. Helped with crowd control and watched while firs put the fire out. Suspected cigarette butt. Incident lasted one hour. Called in by Curt Tesch.
8137 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Educational Contact 9/25/2022 11:15 AM
Spoke with family about to bike out of intercept with dog on leash. I asked where they were biking. They said we don’t know, maybe woods creek. I explained most of the leash regs in the area and directed them down aspen mass to jagged river trail. I was skeptical about their ability to bike with dog on leash.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 9/25/2022 10:30 AM
Fishing license check with two fisherman. One was just trying it out for the “first time”, did not have a license. I explained regs, and waited until license was purchased. Not commercial, good contact.
8140 Prince Creek Trail Trash 9/25/2022 10:00 AM
Saw trash around Bull Pen and a 12pack up near gate. 12 pack was a 10 pack so I decided I’d grab on way back in case someone was stashing. All trash was gone at 3pm!
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 9/24/2022 6:00 PM
VWW for Shane Carter for commercial photography, trespass in NSNP. Saw family w photographer walk off trail and start taking photos. I quickly stopped them and explained the no trespassing. Photographer said he scoped the place and thought “the signs were suggestive”. I explained the preserve and explained permits were required for OST properties. Saw him at 555 taking pics on EoA…selective hearing. I was not on my game.
8140 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 9/24/2022 12:00 PM
Man left license on phone in car. Warned that must have on him at all times while fishing. He went back to car to grab. His “friend” was teaching him to fish for first time and was wearing Crested Butte Dragonfly Anglers hat. Had no PC so explained regulations in CO and Pitkin Co for commercial fishing. Hard telling
8137 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Penalty Assessment 9/23/2022 2:30 PM
Contact with Russell (Presley) Swann for commercial activities limited. Put on a birthday party at the Smuggler platform with paid entertainment. See report. Penalty assessment.
8137 Wheatley Gulch Verbal Warning 9/23/2022 12:30 PM
Contact with Jim Herrel for illegally camping in Wheatley Gulch. He claimed to be just day chillin, but tent was full of stuff, plus two camp chairs and camouflage covering. Also home owner in Snowmass Village. Possibly some issues at home. Said he looked at the Wheatley gulch sign and did not see the no camping icon. Which was correct. Maybe we should add one. Camp will be gone by Monday 9/26. Not normal camp contact. Also warned to storage of property including bike locked to fence near the Rio. Educated and issued verbal warning.
1555 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Dog off leash - education contact 9/23/2022 8:15 AM
Parks employee reported being bit several times in Paepcke Park this morning by a black/white shaggy dog. Dog owner reportedly fled immediately in a black Jeep, CO Plate ANV F70. This has been reported to APD by the parks employee.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 9/22/2022 12:30 PM
There’s a substantial volcano 1/4 of a mile down valley from the railroad cars. The trail was wet from the rain so I couldn’t hit it today. If you find yourself down there looking for something to do….
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Written Warning 9/22/2022 12:00 PM
Issued a verbal WW to Donna Harper and her dog Yogi, at mm28 for DOL. Outlined the zero tolerance areas around and the wildlife rationale for why it’s so strict. She was receptive but reluctantly so. Claimed that she lived “right there” so it was her road. I did note that there are lots of bikers going fast as well and pointed her to places around to take Yogi off leash. Ended restating that today was a verbal WW and future co facts would be a PA
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Educational Contact 9/22/2022 11:30 AM
Chatted with a male coming onto the rio from a side trail (I think from a residence) with his dog off leash. He hadn’t made it onto the trail yet- but I reminded him that dogs need to be leashed. Chatted about the zero tolerance zones and explained the zero tolerance. He decided to not go onto the rio and went back up the side trail. Parted reminding him that the regulations apply all the time, always not just when the ranger intervenes.
1555 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued citation 9/21/2022 7:00 AM
Issued a 1st Citation to Frias Properties for Bear Intrusion at an open Dumpster, 221 E Main Street.
1556 Marolt Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 9/20/2022 6:00 AM
Man with a dog off leash on trail near Marolt. Reminded him that he needs to leash up as soon as he gets back on the trail
8140 Wheatley Beach Trash 9/19/2022 5:00 PM
Picked up two dumped tires in Wheatley pull out. Lame
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 9/18/2022 5:30 PM
FYI bear is heavily breathing, resting near deer still. I think this may be normal but we will monitor if still around tomorrow. Most people just walk by lol Bear is 1-2 min up from condos trail on left across from trail counter
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 9/18/2022 1:15 PM
Bear eating deer carcass 2min from condos up hunter creek trail. Low traffic but kept people moving as bear was close to trail and stomped hands at me when I tried to get pics lol
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 9/18/2022 1:15 PM
DOL. Sternly raised voice to leash dog that was 20ft ahead of owner coming towards bear. Explained regs and bear safety while passing
8139 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Parking 9/17/2022 12:45 PM
Red ford ranger truck (CO:743-MFO) parked at the bike park but no or around ? Potentially a hiker
8136 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 9/17/2022 12:45 PM
Chat with woman whose old black lab wandering on other side of park fence. Explained dogs must be on leash in parking area or kept under voice and sight within park. Compliant and apologetic. Saw the dog in the parking lot again later but she was packing up and left before second contact.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 9/17/2022 11:30 AM
Spoke to a woman on Hunter creek who had her dog off leash. I asked if she knew the regulations, she said she did and always follows the leash rules but her dog had just rolled in poo and she didn’t want to touch his collar and get that close to him. She was just trying to get to the river to wash him up. He did indeed have poop all over him
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 9/17/2022 10:45 AM
Educational contact at the trailhead of Hunter creek reminding hikers regulations for dogs and answering questions.
8136 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Educational Contact 9/16/2022 1:00 PM
Reminded two runners with DOL nearing upper kiosk to use leashes when they reached lower HCT.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/14/2022 4:45 PM
DOL with Parker Roe near upper kiosk. Leashed when he saw me. Discussed fall wildlife etc. Cooperative. First contact. VW
8139 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 9/14/2022 3:00 PM
Moved the bikes from the lock up to wilden’s garage. Orange mongoose and white gmc
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/14/2022 2:30 PM
Jump started a van with a dead battery at South Gate.
1555 Rio Grande Trail Campsite found/evicted 9/14/2022 1:00 PM
Along with 1557, natural built campsite at Jennie Adair Park dismantled.
1555 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Issued citation 9/14/2022 7:00 AM
Bear intrusion in dumpster at 119 E Cooper, 1st citation served
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 9/13/2022 6:15 PM
Kurtis Tesch of CPW reported to me that a call came in around 6:15 PM last night for a girl who was chased/bluff charged by a bear while riding her bike on the Rio Grande trail near Shady Ln. CPW requested signs to be put up in the area.
1555 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Called to scene 9/13/2022 2:30 PM
Called to scene to Tiehack Bridge along with APD. RP called in a suspicious under the bridge. We found a likely game trail. Scene clear.
8140 Lani White Trail Educational Contact 9/13/2022 12:45 PM
DOL on "Williams Ranch" COA portion of Lani White at the private residence. Reminded them of leash rules for Lani White, lower Hunter Creek, and the easement through the backyard.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/13/2022 12:30 PM
I contacted Jake Istnick on Hunter creek trail because his dog, Effy, was off leash. I explained why his dog needed to be leashed and where he could go to have her off leash. Compliant. Verbal warning
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 9/13/2022 12:00 PM
Made contact with Andy Spitz guiding a PMBA level 1 Course. Following up tomorrow - there were some permit questions but they likely to not have a valid permit through SkiCo/RFC. Update - They are good and permited.
1556 Parks Office Campsite found/evicted 9/13/2022 12:00 PM
Returned confiscated items from the Marolt camp back to its owner.
1556 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued citation 9/13/2022 11:30 AM
Issued first offense bear trash violation citation to New York Pizza.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 9/13/2022 11:00 AM
OST Rangers monitored a call at mm 24.5 on the Rio Grande for a 60 yo male who fell while biking. Rangers were unable to respond.
8135 Prince of Peace Parking Area Parking 9/13/2022 11:00 AM
Tagged Grey F-350 (CO:749-RWP) of GZO sheet metal & roofing. 970 920 7697
8135 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 9/12/2022 6:30 PM
An S.O. report came out about a rescue on SMP/Deadline at 6:30 PM. Read report. No Ranger was on duty
8137 Prince of Peace Parking Area Written Warning 9/12/2022 3:30 PM
Pink tag, written warning for commercial parking. Storage of property in the Prince of Peace lot. CO: 966-DQG White Nissan work van Anywhere Car care 9703093250.
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 9/12/2022 2:30 PM
Second citizen coming to me about dead trees between mm 40-stein park. Had him show me what he was concerned about. No urgent hazards. Sent email for ranger double fun
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/12/2022 2:15 PM
Responded to a medical call (dispatch contacted directly) patient didn’t want ambi. Mile 38.5 shale bluffs below the falls near WWTP. 50yo female few scrapes, complaining of whiplash, concerned of possible concussion. Said she went down several feet. Despite MOI, she was doing pretty well besides being shaken up. Self transported. Checked area and saw no obvious trail problems
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/12/2022 1:00 PM
Did a thorough Duffy’s Wiggles check for camps with 8137. No camps but some trash.
1556 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 9/12/2022 11:00 AM
Woman was playing fetch with her dog right on the Rio. She is not a local- I advised her on the regulations and she quickly leashed up.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Verbal Warning 9/12/2022 10:45 AM
Contact with John “Alden” Paul for dog at penny hot springs and on Filoha side of river. Seemed cooperative until I went to truck for phone and he drove away without giving me information. Luckily 10 showed up and was able to run the plate from a picture I had taken. I was able to issue a stern warning before he departed. Do not contact without deputy. He knew the regulation, and was not cooperative. Drives a 2011 light blue Subaru Outback CO: BNU-811. Ranger interference and dog in a closure. VW
8137 Perham Creek Trailhead Illegal Camping 9/12/2022 10:45 AM
10 reported seeing a small sedan at the Perham trailhead obviously parked overnight. I told him he can report those to us directly. More common this time of year with hunters.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 9/12/2022 8:00 AM
Pink tag, written warning for CO: HOO-138, silver ford Freestar van. Cite in next offense.
8137 Woody Creek Parking Lot Illegal Camping 9/12/2022 7:15 AM
Contact with man driving dark blue ford transit camper van with blue kayak on back. CO: ATE-M70. Said he just parked. He was making breakfast. Not sure I believe him. Admitted to sleeping at Jaffee before and being contacted by ranger and SO. Assisted by 20. VW
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/11/2022 5:30 PM
Contact with Jeff McMahan for dog in the North Star nature Preserve Beach. Knew regs, dog has emotional support papers. I explained regs. Penalty assessment.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 9/11/2022 4:45 PM
Contact with Jeff McMahan for amplified music in the NSNP. Written Warning. Cited for dog in the preserve on same contact.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/11/2022 4:30 PM
Three separate educational warning for glass at the beach.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 9/11/2022 4:15 PM
Contact with George Kramer for motorized scooter on the upper Rio near mm 40. Ex deputy, now managers at Clark’s. Was unaware if regulation. Very understanding and said he can commute via cemetery and west end. Verbal warning.
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 9/11/2022 4:00 PM
Educated two folks who had their dog off leash at the parking area who were about to start walking without one.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/11/2022 3:30 PM
The “camp” spot near Stein park was cleared of debris, making it look like recent usage.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 9/11/2022 11:15 AM
Educational contact for a couple who leashed their dog when they saw me at the HC trailhead. I reminded them of leash regs. They decided to go somewhere else. Maybe didn’t want to walk up the trail with a ranger???
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 9/10/2022 5:00 PM
Possible transient person between mile 40-41 on Rio. Passed a Hispanic-looking male late 20s with jeans, red hoodie, black hat, and a well-groomed beard near mile 40. He saluted and smiled. Nothing odd, just noted it was kinda hot for that outfit. I turned around near Stein Park and caught up to him again and noticed he knew I was behind and kept looking back. Later realized I couldn’t see him and saw him tucked away in Duffys wiggles. Saw him a third time walking behind me then vanished. Nothing sketchy, was friendly in our hello but behavior seems odd. Worth looking for a camp with a buddy
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/10/2022 4:15 PM
Spoke to a Kurt who hates John Armstrong. He lectured me on how worthless we all are with our priorities etc called locals R-words. Really just went off for a while. I listened and judoed. He may contact Rick for a ride along so he can observe these things with us. He is on trail more than I am
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/10/2022 3:30 PM
Dog at the beach with Mackenzie Bauer. Easy contact. First contact. Quite upset.
8136 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 9/10/2022 3:15 PM
Father and small kid playing music on phone while biking past North Gate. Requested to turn off. Compliant.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/10/2022 3:00 PM
Contacted two groups picnicking at the South Gate "beach". I guided them to the sanctioned and they were compliant (with questions).
8140 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 9/10/2022 2:30 PM
DOL with runner just passed Stillwater towards town. Told him he needed leash on him n this area, explained moose rutting etc. told him of trails where dogs could be off but reminded most trails in area were leash required. He asked me about Lollipop area. To me this is a grey area - I’d like to know what other rangers think? I’ll put on question page
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/10/2022 2:15 PM
Couple beached at “north gate beach”. They were receptive to regulation rationale and moved along quickly so elected to keep at education level.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/10/2022 1:30 PM
Music playing quietly off phone. Reminded regulations. Several groups getting their last tans in and a few families with babies. Chill but populated beach
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/10/2022 1:00 PM
Couple with two dogs stopped at dog sign on gate as I parked at South Gate. Told them about the preserve, rut, and answered a bunch of questions about fall in aspen
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 9/09/2022 5:30 PM
Contact with Sarah Carey for dog off leash on the upper Rio near Basalt High school. First contact, in zero tolerance zone. Penalty Assessment. Friendly, good chat.
8136 City of Aspen Open Space Educational Contact 9/09/2022 4:30 PM
DOL on Cemetery Ln. Chat about fall season wildlife. Receptive.
8136 Stein Park (AVLT) Educational Contact 9/09/2022 4:15 PM
Provided contact info for trail related incidents to a grandmother who had previously been separated from grandson and was unsure where to look for help. Passerby had helped her reunite with the kid.
8137 Hooks Spur Lot Lost and Found 9/09/2022 4:15 PM
The boat has been removed from Hookspur lot!
8136 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 9/09/2022 2:00 PM
Contacted two women with a DOL walking along the trail and wandering into the parking lot. Reminded of regs and safety concerns (dog vs car) in the past.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 9/09/2022 12:30 PM
DOL with Sara Cyr near Pitkin Iron. Lives nearby and did not have leash. Apologetic and compliant. First contact. VW.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/08/2022 2:30 PM
73yo male fell off e-bike and approx 5ft down embankment at Stein Falls. 1557 made patient contact, 1555 and I with trail traffic, AFD with low angle rescue, and Aspen Ambi transport to AVH. Suspected Humorous fracture.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/08/2022 1:00 PM
Contact with a “ family” with three service dogs off leash at the beach. The dad was partially deaf, and two dogs were his. The other belonged to a younger woman. Explained wildlife rationale for dog prohibition and visibility to other preserve goers of dogs off leash. Group was somewhat receptive and leashed one dog. I also gave other options for “beach” areas. They have talked to two other rangers this summer. Two grey doodle dogs and a small yorkie.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Signage 9/08/2022 12:30 PM
Outreach sandwich board had fallen into road at roundabout/Lowline. Reoriented.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/07/2022 1:00 PM
Picked up what looked to be an abandoned bike unlocked at the woody creek/Rio parking area. GMC white bike. SN# L1700200832. It is in the lockup for now.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 9/06/2022 7:45 PM
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Cyclist contact 9/06/2022 7:30 PM
Contact with Two teens riding one wheel boards on the Islin turf.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 9/06/2022 5:45 PM
Contact made with several people DOL. Friendly and compliant.
8140 Stein Park (AVLT) Lost and Found 9/06/2022 4:00 PM
Silver and blue bike locked to the water pipe thing in trees near Stein loading zone area. Haven’t tagged yet, hunch says it’s a rafting company that forgot. Sent pic to 8138 and 8139
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/06/2022 3:00 PM
Surprisingly little trash left from the weekend at the take out. Might have been jerks out in the preserve but at least they weren’t garbage when it came to their waste
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/06/2022 3:00 PM
Chatted with some folks and their dog. Pointed them to dog friendly places to go to get by the river.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Called to scene 9/06/2022 1:30 PM
Responded with medic 93 , engine 63 to a 64 YO female complaining of shortness of breath. on the Ute trail.
8139 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Maintenance 9/06/2022 11:00 AM
Cleared some leaning trees from the zone between the observation deck and the intersection with 10th mtn. Also got the tree from the bottom of Iowa Shaft. 8140 crushed.
1556 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 9/06/2022 9:30 AM
Tagged a camp near Marolt on 9/3. Went back today to check if it was taken down- it was not. Belongings were removed and brought back to parks.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/05/2022 5:00 PM
Issued Christopher Crecelius a PA for having his pitbull on the beach at NSNP.
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/05/2022 4:30 PM
Husband of woman who was rescued was apparently at mile 39 also throwing up and heat exhaustion. Another woman came up and said her daughter had fallen at 38 and was bleeding. I led command 91 down the rio as we looked for more rio patients. Everyone self extricated and was okay.
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/05/2022 3:30 PM
Called in a medical at 36.5 for a woman complaining of heat exhaustion and dehydration. Gave her water and electrolyte mix and convinced to allow me to get ambi. Medic 93 came and transported to AVH. I took bike to aspen velo
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/05/2022 3:15 PM
Issued Ben Sattler a PA for a dog at the beach. Friendly and cooperative, PA
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/05/2022 1:00 PM
Chatted with a woman laying out on the gravel bar "beach" across from the South Gate put in. Explained the "Float Through Only" ethos of the preserve. Pointed her to the beach or Wildwood for a better place to hang out
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/05/2022 1:00 PM
Group of paddleboarders hanging out at the island across from the South Gate Put in, thanked them for staying on their boards but asked that they keep moving upstream or to another place because other people try to hang out there and aren't as good about following the rules. They were cooperative and happily moved along.
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 9/05/2022 12:00 PM
Mm 36 told woman who brushed by me she must announce while passing. She stuck her hands up and said oh whatever. Informed her unsafe riding can result in a ticket. She was visibly uncomfortable as we biked the next mile or so together
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 9/05/2022 12:00 PM
Removed 4 pink arrow stickers from trail. Looks like they guide people to tavern
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 9/05/2022 7:45 AM
Pink tag for black Nissan Rogue CO: ASC-L16. Parked overnight in the Smuggler parking lot. Cite on next offense.
8140 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Written Warning 9/04/2022 5:30 PM
Saw a white jeep driving down toll road and thought to contact. No idea where it went to hide….left pink tag note on a mtn biker. Saw blaze orange hunter so he may be with jeep or car I asked to display. Person in blaze orange looked like they had a gun, not bow, and was hiding from me in grass. Sketchy. Pink tagged green Toyota Land Cruiser CO: ZG ADAM
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/04/2022 5:00 PM
Contact with Beau Warriner for dog at the North Star beach. First contact, penalty Assessment.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 9/04/2022 4:30 PM
Contact with Albert Bracic for beaching with friends just above the Stillwater takeout. Paddled up river so did not see signs. Also warned for glass. Friendly, good chat. Verbal warning.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 9/04/2022 4:15 PM
Responded to medical call at BLM lot. Chief complaint of heat exhaustion. First on scene, helped patient relax and did assessment. Patient was doing well with physical signs, complained of stars, tingling, and tense muscles. 11, fire, and ambi responded and took over care. Suspect hyponutrimia.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/04/2022 4:00 PM
Two Educational contacts for glass in the nature preserve.
8140 Hummingbird Lode Open Space Accident/Rescue 9/04/2022 3:45 PM
Went to respond to medical call at bottom of Hummingbird. Open clavicle fracture reported. Group drove their truck in and self rescued before I got there. 11 saw them coming down
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/04/2022 3:30 PM
Contact with Christian Becnel for music at the beach in James H Smith. Warning for beaching issued to all parties. Seven boys. PA issued for audible music.
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/04/2022 3:30 PM
Responded to a medical near mile 39. Patient refused ambi after calling 911 and response was cancelled. I went out and the patient ebiked passed me with a bloody nose and shirt. Other walker said he was driving
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/04/2022 3:00 PM
Issued Lukas Robison a PA for having his black German Shepard at South Gate beach at NSNP.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/04/2022 2:00 PM
PA for Jacob Carley for trespassing and playing music while beached.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 9/04/2022 2:00 PM
WW for Carley group for 7 others beached
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 9/04/2022 2:00 PM
VW for ranger interference for Carley group. Yelling false information and saying they would leave
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/04/2022 1:30 PM
PA for Maria Wilson for dog at Beach. Friendly
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 9/04/2022 12:00 PM
Two educational contacts for dogs off leash in the road at Jaffee.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 9/03/2022 1:45 PM
3 DOL with 3 deaf women. Explained leash rationale and stated dogs should be leashed while on trail but could be off of playing in water or if it was required for their work. 2 of the women leashed.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 9/03/2022 1:45 PM
HCT was very busy 9-1. Answered many questions about recreation, wildlife, closest Bloody Mary to Smuggler overlook, etc. not great leash compliance - several unrelated groups with multiple dol passed by me at once so opted for education for efficiency with tourists.
8139 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 9/03/2022 12:30 PM
3 dogs down at the pools. Some people were receptive, one guy was annoyed but I pointed him to the red stone “ beach”.
8140 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Illegal Camping 9/03/2022 11:30 AM
Cars and tents creating a lil village beyond Upper HC gate. Contacted FPO Tyler that would look into camping regs for valley. He didn’t have much info. 8139 found no camping along HC south valley trail, suggested camping in east wilderness written online. Because of the look, I contacted the group and gave suggestions on where to camp.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 9/03/2022 10:30 AM
2 DOL near kiosk, reminded leash rules of smuggler area
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 9/03/2022 9:30 AM
RM didn’t save entry oops. But DOL contact with Dave and Helen who now live in HC condos. Friendly, glad to know rules
8139 Hooks Spur Lot Parking 9/03/2022 8:30 AM
The sailboat is still there
8139 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking Ticket 9/03/2022 7:30 AM
PCSO ticket for CO: ANV-K71. Seen it there the past 3 days. Called Aspen Branch but they said that the van had been sold “months ago”.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/02/2022 3:30 PM
Educational contact for four dogs on leash swimming at the Stillwater takeout. I let owners know the boundaries of the nature preserve, and they gladly moved along.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Wildlife 9/02/2022 1:00 PM
Call about a bear being a bear at mm26.5 on the rio. Put a bears active in area sign up at the Arciero lot
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 9/02/2022 11:00 AM
8138 and I cleared two down trees at the bottom of Iowa Shaft reported to JU. And cut down a leaner near the verena Mallory trail
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 9/02/2022 11:00 AM
3 DOL contacts of course right when we were going to start cutting the tree near Verena Mallory trail. Lucky day for those people breaking the regs
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 9/02/2022 8:00 AM
Pink tag for overnight parking. White Nissan Merano CO: AEG-067. First warning. Cite next offense.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 9/02/2022 8:00 AM
Pink tag for overnight parking in the smuggler lot. White Chevy Astro van CO: ANV- K71 commercial Aspen branch vehicle. First offense, cite on next offense.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 9/02/2022 8:00 AM
Pink tag for overnight parking in the smuggler lot. Gray Toyota RAV4 CO: AQN-I22. First offense, cite on next offense. WW
8137 Jaffee Park Written Warning 9/02/2022 7:30 AM
Contact with Greg Olesky for overnight camping at Jaffee Park. Assisted by 72. Olesky is a SMV resident. He let us know he had Covid and was quarantining from his family. Said he was going to stay in the intercept lot, but then decided Jaffee would be nicer. I issued a very stern warning and reminded him that several people would love to camp at Jaffee on Labor Day weekend. Cite if he does it again. VWW.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 9/01/2022 1:00 PM
Contacted a woman and her dog, took him off the leash 50 yards before the kiosk. Chatted about keeping the dog leashed all the way from the bottom to the top. Friendly and compliant Ed contact
8139 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 9/01/2022 8:30 AM
Got a report about a male possibly mixing “chemicals” out of his vehicle in the parking area. Checked it out, good Indiana van. Dude was down by the water when I arrived and didn’t seem to be up to anything anymore. General sketch vibes from the RP 8137 is going to go early tomorrow to see if he’s parking overnight
8139 Prince of Peace Parking Area Parking 8/31/2022 3:30 PM
Pink tagged several vehicles parked in the lot. Alltec services (CO: 768-ZBU) and mountain air mechanical HVAC work truck (CO:AQB-N23) plus other unmarked vehicles. CO:ADG-Q62 (white older suburban), CO:06974ZG (silver tundra), CO:CJZ-837.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 8/31/2022 2:00 PM
Received a call for a hurt deer at mm 41 on the Rio. I was only able to locate 1 healthy deer.
1557 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Campsite found/evicted 8/31/2022 1:30 PM
With 8139 & 1555, cleaned up 2 camps near the Intercept lot.
8139 Jaffee Park Parking 8/31/2022 11:45 AM
Chatted with the gold mini van (IN license plate, stickers on the back) about parking inside the circle at Jaffee park. Claimed he didn’t know he was going to be there as long as he was. Friendly and moved over to the designated spots. Black Mazda parked next to the porta potties said that she didn’t see a sign there so she parked. Agreed to park in the designated spots next time.
8139 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 8/31/2022 11:45 AM
Reminded a woman to leash while in the parking area. Didn’t think that the bit between the park and the gate was still the parking area. Straightened her out on regs
8139 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 8/31/2022 11:45 AM
Checked two fishing licenses. Answered some questions about fishing in the area.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/31/2022 11:00 AM
Talked to the Eagle County SO about the boat/trailer in the lot. They are going to have the Deputy who tagged it follow up and possibly tow. They are supposed to let me know what is going on but I'll likely have to follow up next week.
1555 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued citation 8/31/2022 6:00 AM
Issued 1st citation to 710 E Durant for Open Container, wildlife intrusion, 12.08.030
1555 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued citation 8/31/2022 6:00 AM
Issued 1st citation to 304 S Galena for Open Container, 12.08.030
1557 East Aspen Trail User conflict 8/30/2022 3:30 PM
Pink tagged CO DHF-365 for blocking the trail .
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Campsite found/evicted 8/30/2022 1:00 PM
Picked up and disposed of 1 abandoned sleeping bag in the park.
1556 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Issued verbal warning 8/30/2022 11:00 AM
Ken Stiller was walking his dog, Johnny, off leash at maroon creek wetlands. I know I have spoken to him before, so I asked to take his information. He got very upset immediately, and had a lot of choice words. Called what I’m doing “evil” and told me he hopes I go home and hate my job. Expect him to be aggressive for the next contact, but he’s aware that the next contact will probably result in a ticket.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Everything great 8/30/2022 10:00 AM
volunteers working on the Ute trail today . Turned around several people who planned on hiking up .
1556 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Park use light 8/30/2022 7:30 AM
Came across a bear munching on some bushes early in the morning along the Ute trail. Hung around as a group of ladies passed by to make sure nobody got too close.
1557 City Golf Course Followed-up on issue 8/29/2022 4:45 PM
Golf personal reporting a group of dogs running around on the golf course. UTL. Reports of this being an ongoing issue. We will keep an eye on the area.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/29/2022 4:45 PM
PA for Micah Sanders Silva (minor) for two dogs at beach at fishing. Cited $100 for one dog. Called mother. Friendly. Aspen High
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 8/29/2022 4:45 PM
Second dog at beach and fishing rod. with two buddies. (Side - several groups of high schoolers came as I was leaving, may be good to keep eye out after school)
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/29/2022 3:45 PM
Pink tagged CO: ANQ-J19 yellow jeep wrangler for parking at takeout
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/29/2022 1:00 PM
1555 and myself responded to two different medicals at mile 36 on rio just upvalley from jaffee liaison. First was a 70s female with fall - scrapes, disoriented. Second was 30s male with dislocated shoulder. Both transported to avh
1555 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 8/29/2022 12:45 PM
Responded with 8140 to medical call at mile 36.5, woman crashed off her bike.
1555 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 8/29/2022 12:45 PM
Responded with 8140 to a second medical call at mile 36.5, man approached us with an injury from crashing his bike a mile up the trail from the first medical call.
8140 City of Aspen Open Space Educational Contact 8/29/2022 11:30 AM
Ebike came to me with questions on Butterline. Was told by 4 Mtn Sports rentals weren’t allowed on single track but e Mtn bikes were and wanted to clarify with me. I explained ebike rules in Pitkin county with medical call and tighter speed differences on two way trails rationales. He explained he has a disability and wants to ride. I clarified rules w 4 Mtn in aspen
1555 Sky Mountain Park Cyclist contact 8/29/2022 11:00 AM
Contact with 5 different cyclists asking about ebike regulations. Saw 17 riders in the park, no ebikes.
1555 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Campsite found/evicted 8/29/2022 10:45 AM
Found 3x campsites on NW corner of Brush Creek Intercept Lot all on CDOT land parcel so no jurisdiction to evict; one sleeping bag behind a rock, one with bedding behind a bush, one tent back behind the cozy point irrigation reservoir.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 8/29/2022 9:30 AM
Contact made with Emily with DOL Smiley. First contact , VW.
8137 Sunnyside Trail Written Warning 8/29/2022 7:00 AM
Contact with Bobby (Robert) Berger for overnight parking and camping on OST property. Assisted by 58, We educated Bobby about places he could camp for free. Verbal written warning. Cite on next offense. Silver ford windstar Indiana NKJ498
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park User conflict 8/29/2022 6:15 AM
Bear patrol this morning found several overturned dumpsters and compost containers. All were locked and no intrusions.
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Campsite found/evicted 8/28/2022 6:30 PM
Contact made with Cody , he was looking for a spot to park his camper for the night. I advised Difficult campground may have openings.
8140 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Educational Contact 8/28/2022 4:00 PM
Dad with toddler on ebike. Reminder rules of single track and explained ebikes were welcome on smuggler but not HC cut off despite the wider look
8137 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Educational Contact 8/28/2022 4:00 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash in the parking area. Dog owner was friendly, compliant and receptive.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/28/2022 12:30 PM
Contact with Sam Piassick for dog off leash. He was using an E-leash. After education, and gaining compliance, Sam told me his god was a service dog. Service tag was visible. Sam was also honest with me, that dog was not actively working at the time. Easy contact, verbal warning.
1556 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Dog off leash - education contact 8/28/2022 12:30 PM
Spoke with a very nice lady who had brought her dog into the "no dog permitted" zone of Maroon Creek wetlands. She was very friendly and left with her dog immediately.
8135 Mills OSP Patrol/Outreach 8/28/2022 11:30 AM
Checked on camps with 8140. Removing this week.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 8/28/2022 11:15 AM
Contact made with groups of cyclist regarding informing others when passing.
1556 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 8/28/2022 10:00 AM
Spoke with a man about his dog off leash. He didn't speak much English, and was visiting from another country. He was immediately compliant and apologetic.
8140 Glassier Open Space Educational Contact 8/27/2022 1:45 PM
Spoke to a guy on the equestrian trail with a fat tire mtn bike. I asked 8139 and 8137 what they thought the rules were and we seemed to be on same page. He said he spoke to a gal on a chameleon a while back that coming up the two track was okay and that he must get off for horses. No go coming down. I support that. Pitkin outside doesn’t highlight bikes on two-track/equestrian. If this is something we need to enforce, let’s circle back on it.
8137 Coal Creek Educational Contact 8/27/2022 12:30 PM
Spoke to a man about his dog off leash at Coal Basin parking lot. He said dog was leashed for walk. Also. Dog was moving very slow and limping due to a toenail injury. Nice chat.
8140 Nancy's Path Wildlife 8/27/2022 12:00 PM
Helped wrangle yellow lab named Sadie that lives at 2900 Emma Rd near turn off to Nancy’s path. Apparently she is an escape artist who likes to check out neighboring ranches. Everyone seemed aware and happy to get Sadie back to house. You may see her on Emma rd
8140 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/27/2022 12:00 PM
Answered a million questions about Glassier open space to some nice mtn bikers Mary and Billy. They support spending $$$ for the homestead to be housing!
8137 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 8/27/2022 11:45 AM
Educational contact for dogs in parking area at Penny. Owners said they knew the rules, super friendly. Noticed another dog in a vehicle. Are people reading signs now?????? Shocking.
1556 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 8/27/2022 11:00 AM
Spoke with a young biker about announcing before he passes. Hard message to get through to kids when so many cyclists fail to announce, but he was receptive and I heard him announce before his next pass.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/26/2022 4:00 PM
Contacted a group with a DOL in the river. Reminded them to leash dog when they got back on the trail.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/26/2022 3:30 PM
DOL (x2) with David Blumenfeld. He was using electric collars. Chat about wildlife etc. First contact. VW.
8139 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 8/26/2022 3:00 PM
Chatted with 2 dog owners about leashing in the parking area. Receptive to it
8139 Prince of Peace Parking Area Parking 8/26/2022 2:30 PM
Updated the parking observations sheet for PoP parking area with some suspected construction vehicles. If ya swing through scope the sheet and see if they’re here
1555 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Campsite found/evicted 8/26/2022 11:30 AM
Campsite found in Mills Open Space, in the upriver area of the space. Assisted by 8136 in tagging the camp, as well as by deputy 72 and 12. Camp was given 72 hours for removal.
1555 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Campsite found/evicted 8/26/2022 11:30 AM
Sleeping bag found rolled under a pine tree in Mills Properties Open Space. I tagged the bag for removal in 72 hours.
1555 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Campsite found/evicted 8/26/2022 9:15 AM
Campsite, three campers on scene, found and evicted from Brush Creek Intercept on NW side. Assisted by 72 and PAC.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/25/2022 1:30 PM
Spoke to a few separate groups concerned about bears. Explained to them there’s always a possibility of seeing them and what to do if they encounter them.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/25/2022 1:00 PM
Spoke with a man on Hunter creek who I watched unleash his dog at the road crossing. I Informed him that he must keep his dog leashed until the meadows. He was not aware and thanked me.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 8/24/2022 4:30 PM
Installed two wildlife cameras at 7 Star closed area. One camera is a decoy and the other is able to send us pictures with cellular data.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 8/24/2022 4:00 PM
Removed the biker etiquette signs from the meadows on Hunter creek and entrance of the rio on puppy smith. As well as put up the rainbow poop sign at smuggler
8139 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 8/24/2022 3:00 PM
Reported by 03 to be some human waste piles behind the commercial shuttle vehicles parked along the rim. Walked from the far west end of the intercept along the rim and found lots of trash and the human waste reported by 03. Found a camp- a couch/car seat bed and cooler lots of trash- below the electric poles. There's a pretty obvious trail leading down to it. Left a pink tag and white sheet with all the resources, gave 72 hours to remove all items and trash. Looked like it might not be currently occupied so there's a chance it'll all still be there after the 72 hours. Reported to 8135 and TO'b and put in the illegal camping log.
1556 Meadows Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 8/24/2022 2:30 PM
One woman was walking on the Music Tent trail with her dog off leash. She was very friendly and leashed up.
8139 Glassier Open Space Parking 8/24/2022 10:30 AM
The sailboat and trailer tagged by 8140 are still in the Hooks Spur lot. An Eagle County ticket was also there next to the pink tag, but still hasn't been removed.
1559 ABC/BurlingameTrail Cyclist contact 8/24/2022 9:30 AM
Bridge closure mitigation
8140 Sky Mountain Park Written Warning 8/23/2022 12:30 PM
WW for Susanna Ertac for ebike on Deadline. Harry called in and I met ebiker at end of deadline. Woman mentioned in California they allow people with proof of disability to ride single track as I was writing ticket. After discussion with her and 8135, we went with written warning until we have a disability protocol. They stated Harry was very aggressive to them so if you see him riding, thank for call but remind aggro conduct not helpful
1556 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Followed-up on issue 8/23/2022 12:00 PM
A woman crossed paths with me and told me she had seen a camp just off of the Maroon Creek Wetlands trail. I went to look for it, but it was not there.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 8/22/2022 3:00 PM
I removed the bear sign from Alamo white, it’s in the lockup, I removed the lion sign from Steven’s st, and I put up a leash dog sign at the junction of Rio and Jaffee liaison. I removed the rainbow poop sign from Jaffee, I was going to put it up at Hunter or Smuggler, but I ran out of time. It’s in the garage if someone wants to pick the poopiest trail to place it!!!
8140 Hooks Spur Lot Educational Contact 8/22/2022 10:30 AM
DOL. answered questoons about dog trails near Basalt. Told of leash rules nearby with ag rationale. Said they had e collars and walked on along road
8140 Hooks Spur Lot Written Warning 8/22/2022 10:00 AM
Pink tagged a orange boat on trailer for overnight and storage. Came yesterday afternoon. Has flat so hoping they are figuring that out CO TRL OQF629
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 8/22/2022 9:30 AM
Two educational contacts for dogs out of sight control. Owners were receptive when I reminded about waste and wildlife rationale.
8140 Pitkin Iron Trail Easement Commercial Permit Check 8/22/2022 9:30 AM
Saw cars for the first time this summer at River Wood gate. People happy fishing with a guide, all good.
1559 ABC/BurlingameTrail Heavy trail work 8/22/2022 8:00 AM
40+ contacts for Maroon Creek Bridge closure
8137 Woody Creek Parking Lot Written Warning 8/22/2022 7:45 AM
Pink tag, written warning for CO: CDN-S75, Silver Dodge Ram with landscaping trailer. Danny’s Landscaoing and Snow removal. Obviously parked overnight in the Woody Creek parking lot. Lot is signed trail user parking only, no camping.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 8/22/2022 7:30 AM
Contact with Josh Severson for dog food leash on the Rio near Woody Creek. From Denver, here dog sitting. No leash on him. Friendly compliant, verbal warning.
8137 Stein Park (AVLT) Commercial Permit Check 8/21/2022 12:30 PM
Investigated a catered event at Stein park. 1559 let me know that the event was permitted. I found no other issues
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 8/21/2022 11:30 AM
Eight fishing license checks. All public. One PA for no valid license.
8137 Jaffee Park Penalty Assessment 8/21/2022 11:30 AM
Contact with Will Burggraf for failure to show a valid fishing license. Will was honest and told me he just bought the fishing rod, and had yet to purchase the license. Penalty assessment.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 8/21/2022 10:45 AM
Two educational contacts for sight and voice control of dogs in the Jaffee River trail. Reminded trail users they need to keep dog within sight because of waste and wildlife.
8140 Stirling Cooper Open Space Trails 8/21/2022 8:30 AM
Had a nice lil adventure exploring Stirling Cooper open space. Took about 3hrs to do the steep loop. I’ll send a fun email with more details
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/20/2022 2:30 PM
Contacted folks with a dog on leash near ped bridge. Seemed like they were going to bring the dog in the river. Recommended parks for dogs to swim.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/20/2022 2:00 PM
Contacted two kids walking along the bank DV of the beach. Told them about wildlife and sent back to beach.
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 8/20/2022 12:00 PM
While hiking up smuggler I got a report of a biker needing assistance with bike maintenance. I met up with the biker on Hunter creek cut off. His chain was bent & broken and we were unable to fix it. He walked his bike down
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Lost and Found 8/20/2022 10:15 AM
Me and aspen ranger Megan talked to a couple who’d found a lost dog on smuggler with a collar but no tag. We leashed the dog and looked for the owner unsuccessfully so we took her to the shelter. Later when I went back to hike smuggler I found the owner and let him know where to get his dog
8139 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/20/2022 10:00 AM
Spent most the morning hanging and patrolling- super busy on the trail. Clouds and cooler weather has more people out.
8138 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 8/19/2022 5:00 PM
Education contact for a man and woman I believe walked down from difficult with their dogs (leashed) and a fishing rod. He hadn’t fished yet and was just checking it out. I informed him there is no fishing in the nature preserve but that I could give him some recommendations of other places to fish as long as he has a license. He was very appreciative and grateful that I stopped him before he started fishing.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 8/19/2022 1:15 PM
Contact with Stacy Blackman for dog off leash on the east of Aspen trail. Most likely about to walk down to beach to meet with paddle boarders. Educated and warned, answered other question. Verbal warning.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/19/2022 11:30 AM
Lloyd Rude DOL, chatted about wildlife. First contact, VW
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/19/2022 11:30 AM
Two bikers with retractable leash collar style things. Informed of regs, claimed to have just let go of leash for a second.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/18/2022 2:45 PM
Came upon an approx 70yo female who had crashed on her e-bike. I bandaged minor scrapes, evaluated patient for further injury, assisted with bike to Stein park. 8139 transported riders and bikes in to town.
8136 Coal Creek Educational Contact 8/18/2022 2:30 PM
Two dogs in the parking area with a group of cyclists. They had already ridden and claimed to have had the dogs on leash while riding.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Penalty Assessment 8/18/2022 2:15 PM
Contact with Amy and Olivie Mottier for one out of three dogs off leash. Fourth ranger contact, lives off Steven’s St. knows regs. Penalty assessment. See report.
8136 Coal Creek Educational Contact 8/18/2022 2:00 PM
Chat with an E-biker on the USFS road. While it is OK to ride the road, I reminded him the singletrack is off limits. He claimed to have a medical exemption from RFMBA as he rode away.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 8/18/2022 1:30 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash in the road near Jaffee park. Dog owner said he always leashed at gate. I said, “except today?” Good chat, apologetic and leashed.
8137 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 8/18/2022 1:00 PM
Contact with John McNally for failure to show a valid fishing permit. John had not been fishing at the time of the permit check, and I believed him when he told me me he had a valid license. The license was not with him, and he was not able to find a confirmation email. I reminded McNally of the fishing regulations, and issued him a verbal warning.
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 8/18/2022 12:45 PM
Fishing license check with Aspen fly fishing. All in compliance. Had a good chat about regs and other companies. Gave out my card for them to help report egregious behavior.
8139 Prince of Peace Parking Area Parking 8/18/2022 12:00 PM
Pink tagged a GZO roofing truck parked in the lot. CO:749-RWP
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/18/2022 11:45 AM
Reminded a mom & daughter whose dog was swimming that afterwards when they entered back on the trail they needed to leash their dog. They thanked me and said they didn’t know but certainly would.
8137 Stein Trail Educational Contact 8/18/2022 11:00 AM
Educational contact for dog off leash on the Stein Trail. Said she didn’t know regs as she was coming from Burlingame. The sign near the south side of Stein bridge is tiny. Can’t read from a distance.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 8/17/2022 5:30 PM
Contact made with the night manager ( Tammy) of Starbucks 401 E. Cooper regarding bear trash intrusion this AM. This was there first warning. Reminded them to make sure the trash was not in reach of a hungry bear.
1557 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Dog off leash - education contact 8/17/2022 5:30 PM
Contact made with Dula and DOL Teddy. First contact, VW. Turned into long talk about E-bikes and conflicts with all other trail users. I encouraged her to bring ideas to a city council meeting and hopefully find a solution to this issue.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 8/17/2022 4:00 PM
Sprayed a “sink hole” someone called in. Sent a picture to the maintenance crew
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/17/2022 3:30 PM
63 yo female unable to climb up hillside after a fall attempting to get on “John Denver rock” at slaughterhouse. 58 arrived first and tied a throw bag to his truck for her to climb up. Medic 93 checked her out and transported to AVH non emergent. I arrived late to the game.
8139 Glassier Open Space Signage 8/17/2022 3:00 PM
Put a larger No Dogs sign at the entrance by the rio, another at the vehicle gate. Also put in some ag lease land signs up on the fence along the road. Did get a report for the leasee that there’s been more dogs on the path so extra patrols will be good
8139 Penny Hot Springs Patrol/Outreach 8/17/2022 2:00 PM
Placed the large public input sign at penny, posted fliers around Carbondale. There’s a few more places I didn’t get to so some more fun for someone else to get :)
1555 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 8/17/2022 6:00 AM
Bear Ordinance Patrol revealed two intrusions in the core this morning, 205 S Mill and 604 E Cooper. I will follow up on both.
1557 Rio Grande Park Followed-up on issue 8/16/2022 6:45 PM
Monitoring usage in the park with an eye out for bikers riding on the field. UTL.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park User conflict 8/16/2022 6:00 PM
We have received several reports of bikers riding on the ball field causing problems for other park users. UTL.
8140 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 8/16/2022 3:00 PM
Dog running around Filoha shore across from Penny. Went down to hot springs and asked if anyone was the owner of the dog. Got only blank stares back then two unrelated men said they had no idea who owned the dog. It had no collar on and was carrying a stick. I said, "well shoot, guess I'm taking the dog with me to the pound". I started to call the dog with leashes ready. At this time a man who had his back to me asked if there was a problem. I said, "Yes, if this is someone's dog, it is trespassing in both penny hot springs where dogs aren't allowed for sanitation reasons and across the way at Filoha is strictly enforced because it is a protected, sensitive wildlife area. The dog needs to leave now" He called the dog who wanted to keep playing. He got the dog to follow him once he was up by his vehicle. An older gentleman kept trying to talk to me during this time so the man and his dog were able to run away from me. This was egregious enough that I wish I had been successful at ticketing. Dog was a yellow lab/retriever mut. Man was 30s male with multiple back and arm tattoos. short blonde hair, mustache. Carbondale penny dude vibes.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Patrol/Outreach 8/16/2022 3:00 PM
Oliva received a call from dispatch for a gal who lost her bike lock key. I responded and cut her bike free from a tree.
8140 Penny Hot Springs Maintenance 8/16/2022 3:00 PM
Removed doggie bags and string from sign post. other minimal trash
8140 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 8/16/2022 11:30 AM
Fishing checks at Jaffee. One guide in lot had to go back to grab guests licenses from Aspen Outfitting. Reminded to have in person in case timing isn’t so perfect next time. A different guide with Aspen Fly fishing informed me of a no permitted guide from Texas he has seen here a few times. He said he’d call if he sees his truck. So keep eye out for commercial people following permits etc. he asked about what was required to display in vehicle as well. I said I was aware that the company needed to be identifiable but that I wasn’t confident if permit needed to be displayed - which he asked about.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 8/16/2022 9:00 AM
Removed two dogs from the Hot Springs
8140 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 8/16/2022 8:30 AM
SO tickets for the black jeep and black Mercedes’ repeat offenders. Added to compliance
8140 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 8/16/2022 8:30 AM
Pink tagged two vehicles for overnight parking. Red Chevy pickup with motorbike rack and Texas rav4
8137 Jaffee Park Signage 8/15/2022 3:45 PM
Removed the trail closed signs from the Jaffee liaison trail. Check it out, looks pretty buffed out!
8137 Jaffee Park Signage 8/15/2022 3:45 PM
Moved the poop rainbow sign from Arbany Kittle to Jaffee liaison river trail junction. Right near two poop bags..,,
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/15/2022 2:45 PM
3 diff Ed contacts. Couple with glass beers, asked them to put away and bring cans next time. Few kids playing along far shore but sitter was already tells them the rules, thanked her. Couple doing a guided meditation with the dude leading it with music on background. It was quiet and soothing so killed the vibe and asked them to turn off, no speakers at nsnp.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/15/2022 1:15 PM
Spoke to a family at wildwood and encouraged South Gate. Afterwards, AWR came and told me they were putting on since it was above 60. Confirmed 62cfs
8137 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 8/15/2022 1:00 PM
Educated two individuals with dogs about dog regs at the springs.
1555 Marolt Open Space Found vandalism 8/15/2022 12:30 PM
Found spray paint freshly signed at town exit of Marolt Bridge, "GO EV", trails covered the paint.
1555 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Parking issues 8/15/2022 12:15 PM
Delivery vehicle parked over bike lane in front of Wheeler Opera House. Truck plate Colorado BSV-937. I had the truck move from the area.
8137 Airport Ranch Wildlife 8/15/2022 7:00 AM
Followed up on a call from a concerned citizen who found some bones near human belongings on Airport ranch. I found the items and documented. Sent by a follow up email to be passed along as needed.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park User conflict 8/15/2022 6:15 AM
Citation issued to 205 E Mill for unlatched dumpster. Second offence .
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Educational Contact 8/14/2022 4:45 PM
DOL in Basalt High parking area. Reminded strict leash laws on rio, they were going to light hill
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/14/2022 11:45 AM
Ticketed white ford super duty CA: 00987Y1 for parking at the unloading zone at the takeout.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/14/2022 11:30 AM
Contacted a mom and her two daughters walking off trail in James H. Smith. Reminded them to stay on trail and chatted about wildlife.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/14/2022 11:30 AM
Contacted Kit McLendon of Rich Valley Adventures for dropping off clients at South Gate in an unmarked vehicle. WW
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/14/2022 10:45 AM
Contacted Zach Maxwell of Aspen for Ebiking (motorized vehicle restricted) the James H. Smith trail in NSNP. PA.
8140 Glassier Open Space Educational Contact 8/14/2022 10:15 AM
Ebikers taking a shade break on private road to glassier. Told them enjoy shade but road was closed to bike traffic and no single track for ebikes
8140 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 8/13/2022 5:30 PM
Watched some kids jumping to get a depth update at takeout. The hole under the rope swing is about 10ft right now. They did not hit bottom but could if they swam down. A 6ft 30s male touched bottom jumping from bridge but said it was okay. I’d guess it may be a bit shallower and you have more direct force taking you deeper. So still safe but people who exercise caution
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/13/2022 4:15 PM
Two cars parked on wrong side of takeout. Owners were there so I contacted and they moved
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/13/2022 4:00 PM
Music on phone on board by beach. Educated rules and regs
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 8/13/2022 3:30 PM
A woman stopped me concerned about a deer laying down near the pond (mm39) thought it might be injured, possibly had fallen down the slope above. Watched the deer for a while and didn’t see any signs of disturbance on the hillside. Deer appeared to be j chillin’.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail E-bike Contact 8/13/2022 1:00 PM
Failed to contact 3 possible ebikes on HCT. Went passed me and bike looked a lil fat, wasn’t doing the downhill clicking sound and they weren’t as sendy as the usual riders…. Tried to beat them to Benedict bridge after they passed me but utl. I need to look up e mtn bike models to have a better visual, these newer ones are sleek
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/13/2022 1:00 PM
Contacted 4 different groups with dogs getting ready or looking to float from South Gate. Natty was posted up by the tree too far down the trail to notice and outreach. I requested he relocate to the kiosk.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 8/13/2022 1:00 PM
Chat with a young girl with a DOL but holding it's collar at the takeout. She was waiting
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/13/2022 12:00 PM
Shoveled sand back into three large holes left in the ground at the beach.
8138 Crystal Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/13/2022 11:30 AM
Assisted 12 in looking for a dog off leash that was reported to dispatch. Drove length of trail and talked with trail users and no one had seen a dog off leash.
8140 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Educational Contact 8/13/2022 11:15 AM
Pink tagged 3 cars in upper hc parking as people in lot were complaining to me. 3 cars had sticker, 1 had a Medicare ID card on dash. BLM lot of was also pretty full. Both lots had inefficient parking happening
8138 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 8/13/2022 11:00 AM
Talked to 3 separate groups about having dogs at penny hotsprings and asked them to please put their dog in the car. All contacts where nice & compliant
8138 Coal Creek Educational Contact 8/13/2022 11:00 AM
Contacted 3 separate groups at coal basin with dogs off leash on single track. Asked them to please next time leash their dog or leave them in the car. Nice & compliant
8139 Stein Trail Educational Contact 8/12/2022 5:00 PM
Contacted a female with a golden DOL, chatted about keeping the dog leashed until headed down to the river. Female claimed she “just let her off to go for a dip”.
8139 Prince of Peace Parking Area Parking 8/12/2022 3:30 PM
Pink tagged another round of cars I observed here yesterday and we’re back today. More suspected construction vehicles, spoke to the GC and he has paid the chapel to park in the middle portion of the lot so hopefully vehicles will move there next week. Blue ram 2500 CO: ASK-W14, white Jeep Cherokee CO: CZI-681, blue Honda Civic CO: ADG-K16, white Nissan Frontier CO:AMU-Q65
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/12/2022 2:45 PM
Contacted a group I thought had been beached at James H. One male was peeing on the bank. I informed him of float through only and explained it is better to go directly in the river rather than on shore.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/12/2022 1:00 PM
Moved along vehicle pulled head first toward the ped bridge blocking the flow of trail trafic. Cooperative.
8139 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Patrol/Outreach 8/12/2022 12:30 PM
The trash can 8137 noticed now is labeled “NOT TRASH water only”. Everything else looks good
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/12/2022 10:00 AM
I contacted Lisa Davis on the Hunter Creek trail because her dog, Petunia, was off leash. I asked if she knew the leash regs and she did not. I explained to her why and where she had to have her dog on leash and where she could go to have him off
8139 Glassier Open Space Verbal Warning 8/12/2022 9:45 AM
Uncooperative white male in ~50s with a golden puppy, was told by another trail user that dogs are not permitted in Glassier while his dog was running in the pastures off leash. Replied “I don’t read signs”. I happened to be just behind and was alerted by the RP, attempted to contact. Male was rude and refused to provide information for a verbal warning. Said it was unlawful for me to ask, informed him of our power and that he would need to answer my questions. Continued to walk away saying he would “talk to his lawyers” and that he would again be walking his dog tomorrow at 8. Ticket if contacted. Real jerk
8139 Prince of Peace Parking Area Parking 8/11/2022 4:30 PM
Pink tagged a Grizzly electric van (CO:BZF-T27) and a silver tundra (CO:ML0-355). Silver tundra is a boss of one of the crews so hopefully the message will get to the job
8139 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Signage 8/11/2022 2:00 PM
8138 and I put back up the No Parking sign and straightened a few of the Fire Lane signs. Just in time for them to be hit by the snow plows
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 8/11/2022 11:00 AM
8138 and I cleared the trees from below the driveway crossing and some that were in that stand just up from the road. In a turn of events the chainsaw worked like a charm
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/11/2022 10:00 AM
Lucky day for a few on HCT, 8138 and I were running saw so didn’t do a full verbal warning contact for DOLs. Encountered a woman with 4 dogs half on leash. Informed her of regs and gave her leashes for the two that weren’t on. A couple with a DOL, also chatted and informed of regs.
1555 Rio Grande Park Campsite found/evicted 8/11/2022 2:45 AM
Campsite under pine trees behind basketball court. I red tagged to remove immediately.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/10/2022 4:00 PM
Issued Kate Gordon PA for dog in the preserve and tresspassing on the otherside. Thanks to nattie Jessica for the heads up on the violation
8139 James H. Smith Open Space Wildlife 8/10/2022 12:30 PM
A heron with a broken wing was reported by a paddleboarder going upstream. The left wing is displaced, but the bird didn't appear to be under duress. Called CPW, waiting to hear from him as far as a game plan or course of action.
8139 Prince of Peace Parking Area Parking 8/10/2022 10:00 AM
Lot was completely full. Suspected construction parking. Pink tagged Ram (CO:093-KNQ) for blocking the far end. Co:BBS-N91, CO:YQZ-124 mountain HVAC trucks CO:BTI-B41 RGG inc electrical contractor
1555 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued citation 8/10/2022 2:30 AM
Issued a citation for bear intrusion of improperly disposed solid waste at 205 South Mill.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/09/2022 4:15 PM
PA for Tucker Almond for playing music off a speaker loudly on the Roaring Fork River while floating near Stillwater Takeout. Contact was friendly and easy. Explained regs. Jokingly tried to trade a free rafting trip. considered (jk)
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/09/2022 4:00 PM
Same group I loved along was playing music while walking from car to beach. Reminded of music rule. They admitted to always forgetting until a naturalist/ranger reminds them. In hindsight, they are likely underage as they hid their canned beers from me. Respectful and compliant and not yet on beach so went with education.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/09/2022 4:00 PM
Pink tagged Louisiana dark blue Ford F150 LA: Z289201 for parking at Stillwater Takeout. Wasn't busy, parked all the way up but still took up a good amount of space.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/09/2022 3:45 PM
Group laying out on island across from South Gate put in. Told them this area was closed to people and directed them to Beach. They said they knew where it was and thanked for info
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail User conflict 8/09/2022 10:00 AM
Red Tacomca blocking the trail, CO 825RDU . rED TAGGED
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Lost and Found 8/08/2022 2:30 PM
Took a call from dispatch from a concerned gentleman who “lost “ his girlfriend somewhere near the woody creek tavern on the Rio. 8140 and myself responded. Luckily she found him.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/08/2022 2:30 PM
Spoke to a couple groups at Wildwood. Not receptive to trespassing or safety rationale and continued to float.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/08/2022 10:15 AM
Educational contact for floaters beached on S side of river. Wanted to watch paraglides. Moved along.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 8/08/2022 7:45 AM
Pink tag written warning for ca:8YZM013, silver Subaru Impreza parked overnight at the Smuggler parking lot. Cite on next offense.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 8/08/2022 7:30 AM
Pink tag, written warning for CO: AEG-015, older Toyota 4Runner parked overnight at the Smuggler parking lot. Cite on next offense.
8140 Ute Trail Accident/Rescue 8/07/2022 2:30 PM
Responded to 46yo male with lower L leg injury 5 min past Ute Rock. Slipped and fell. Chris from Mountain Patrol was first on scene. 45 and myself helped provide compression to obvious lower leg deformity with ace bandage, swing&swathed possible dislocation to left shoulder. Provided comfort care until MRA came to provide low angle rescue down Bingo Glades where ASC vehicle picked up. Medic 96 transported to AVH. Took cool pics for patient.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/07/2022 2:30 PM
I contacted Cheryl Gray on the Hunter creek trail because she had her dog, Kona, off leash. She said it’s difficult to walk on the rocks at Hunter creek while holding on to her dog. I asked that she try and just let go of the leash when she feels unsafe and to pick it back up when she can. Compliant.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 8/07/2022 2:00 PM
Stopped counting educational contacts after 12 for failure to announce when passing. Very few helmets on rental bikes and pretty poor behavior.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/07/2022 2:00 PM
Spoke to two separate groups about dogs at North Star before they went to river to cool off. Gave alternatives. Answered lots of questions.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/07/2022 1:00 PM
Contacted Steve Burnstein of Maimi Florida for having his white labradoodle off leash. First contact. VW.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/07/2022 1:00 PM
Contacted two different individuals heading down Hunter Creek at the Kiosk with their dogs off leash. Discussed leashing them and reasoning - happy to comply.
8140 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Accident/Rescue 8/07/2022 11:30 AM
71yo female fell off bike. Rangers were too far to respond. Reported as conscious, no bleeding, unclear why she wanted transport. Medic 41 to AVH.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 8/06/2022 9:45 AM
Issued Gabriel Hammond PA for riding an e bike in sky mtn park. See report
8139 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 8/06/2022 9:45 AM
Issued Anthony Sherman PA for riding an e bike in Sky mtn park. See report
8139 Seven Star Ranch Illegal Camping 8/06/2022 8:00 AM
Moved along two cars parked in the Seven Star ranch pull out. Green older Ram pro master (self built style) said that SMPD told him it was ok to park/camp anywhere outside snowmass town limits. Informed him that OST prohibit camping on any of our properties. Pointed him to Snowmass Divide dispersed camping area as only legal place to camp. Black dodge truck (CO:AMV-M85) also parked in pull out. Male quickly moved car.
8137 Highway 82 Penalty Assessment 8/05/2022 2:45 PM
Parking ticket for UT: G77-1LX, white BMW X3 parked in the loading zone at the Stillwater takeout. Highway 82 mm43. Penalty assessment.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/05/2022 1:30 PM
Megan Vaughn with music playing lightly on her cell phone at the beach. Quiet enough to only hear when I was up close.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/04/2022 4:00 PM
17 yr old male pt with minor lacerations to arms. Checked out by medic 96. Pt refusal
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/04/2022 2:30 PM
Contact with Rachelle Barrack for dog on the beach in the North Star Nature Preserve. First contact, penalty Assessment
8138 Lani White Trail Accident/Rescue 8/04/2022 12:15 PM
80 yr old male & female pts fell on the trail. Minor lacerations on arms & legs. 1 pt rode non emergent in medic 95
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Written Warning 8/03/2022 11:00 AM
Contacted Jim Ingram of Aspen White Water rafting letting him know he had been spotted by an ACES Naturlist on 7/29 putting in at Wildwood during the low flow closure. He denied knowledge of this. I let him know he would be receiving a citation for any other violations this season.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/03/2022 11:00 AM
Received a call from a biker on Lollipop trail reporting a man 5'9" with a white helmet and ear buds in ignoring trail etiquette regulations and nearly hitting the reporting party. She said she hikes every day and this man is there frequently and often shoves people off the trail and yells at others. Keep an eye out.
1555 Rio Grande Park Issued verbal warning 8/02/2022 11:30 PM
GMC Yukon driving down bike path behind Red Brick, Texas NYZ-9645 Driver was clueless as well as very confused and anxious.
8140 Filoha Meadows Open Space Wildlife 8/02/2022 3:30 PM
Found a bait and wildlife camera at far end on back of other Filoha sign. Man and son drove black truck in and set up. Turns out it may be the biologist and possibly approved. Removed.
8140 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/02/2022 3:00 PM
Sketchy dude at penny - I was told by Bill and Rick not to approach. On a mini camp motorbike with camping gear and “need weed” sign. Tall, large, older white man with a grey beard and dark clothing. Was chatting and texting panhandling cars. Family’s did not seem too disturbed.
1556 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Heavy trail work 8/02/2022 9:00 AM
Discovered damage on Maroon Creek trail. Large mudslide covering the trail. City trail crew is assessing it now and determining whether or not a closure should be put in place.
8140 Perham Creek Trailhead Illegal Camping 8/02/2022 8:30 AM
Tan/gold sprinter van camping in turn around. White bald shirtless guy. No deputies nearby so did not contact
8137 Jaffee Park Ticket Follow-up 8/01/2022 1:00 PM
Spoke with Jill Seeley with the VW lic plate Yelodog. She wanted a follow up on parking at Jaffee. I reiterated that we can only enforce where there is signage, I pink tagged her vehicle because I saw it as a safety issue. She was happy for the chat.
8140 Administration Maintenance 8/01/2022 12:00 PM
Dropped off both Revels and the ebike at dirt. Revels for tune up, ebike for break check - they may have to order parts for that. Said they’d contact Ryan when ready
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/01/2022 9:30 AM
3cars, 5 people, three bags of trash.
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 8/01/2022 8:00 AM
Fishing license check x2, educated about lures and spin rods above the woody creek bridge.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 7/31/2022 4:30 PM
Responded from Ranger BBQ at Bells to a all-call swift water to “the beaver dam” at North Star. A woman had fallen off her orange sup at the beaver dam (which dam was not specified) and her party had not seen her for 1.5hrs. About 15mins after call, she made contact with party and no medicals were needed. 11 called and provided no update, saw their Florida black Range Rover leave NS. Assuming not good friends, poorly behaved tourists. Naturalist was unaware of incident. Moved closure sign back into a blocking spot.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/31/2022 3:00 PM
Two educational contacts for glass on the beach in NS.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Called to scene 7/31/2022 12:00 PM
Contact made with Dillon of SIX productions for parking on the Sister Ciyy Circle , with two trucks Indiana 3209053 / Colorado 871OLG trucks moved.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 7/31/2022 11:45 AM
Moved some rocks and logs to keep people on the HCT. People are getting off trail all over the place!!!!!
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/31/2022 11:45 AM
Contact with Britta Holum for dog off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Not local, friendly, first contact. Verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/31/2022 10:45 AM
Contact with Gordon McLean for two dogs off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. First contact, verbal warning.
1556 ABC/BurlingameTrail Light trail work 7/31/2022 8:00 AM
Assisted 142 in moving a dead deer on the side of the trail.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Accident/Rescue 7/30/2022 3:30 PM
Assisted ill prepared woman caught in hail/rainstorm without rain gear. Used mylar blanket for cover, walked with her to the trailhead, and drove her back to hotel downtown.
8136 Prince of Peace Parking Area Parking 7/30/2022 2:00 PM
Pink tagged white trailer left at far end of parking area.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 7/30/2022 12:00 PM
DOL sitting next to folks on park bench near Maroon Creek confluence. Elected for EC since they were well off the trail picnicking. Saw them later with dog leashed on Stein Trail.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/30/2022 11:00 AM
I contacted Doug Wilson on the Hunter creek trail because he had his dog, Leo, off leash. I asked if he knew the regulations and where he could and couldn’t have his dog off leash. He did. Compliant. Verbal warning
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/30/2022 10:30 AM
I contacted Alexandra Suich on the Hunter creek trail because she had her dog, theo, off leash. I asked if she knew the leash regulations, she did not. I explained where she could & could not have her dog off leash and the reasons why. Compliant. Verbal warning
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/30/2022 10:30 AM
I contacted Mark Janow on the Hunter creek trail because he had his dog, Lola, off leash. I asked if he knew the leash regulations, he said he did. Compliant. Verbal warning
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/30/2022 10:30 AM
Contacted a male with fishing pole reading the South Gate kiosk. Informed him there is not fishing at NSNP and provided alternatives.
8136 Lani White Trail Signage 7/30/2022 10:00 AM
8138 received multiple reports of a bear being a bear near Lani White. I posted a "Bears Active in this Area" sandwich board at the TH.
8140 Prince Creek Trail Trails 7/30/2022 10:00 AM
Noticed pink spray paint arrows through out prince creek trail and mile markers along West Sopris Creek rd. Likely from Mountain Fair run.
1556 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Dog off leash - education contact 7/30/2022 9:30 AM
One woman with a dog off leash.
1556 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 7/30/2022 9:00 AM
One man with dog off leash.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/29/2022 9:30 AM
I contacted John Liu on the Hunter creek trail because he had his dog Watson off leash. I asked if he knew the regulations and he said no. I explained where he had to have his dog on leash and where he could go to have him off leash and the reasons why. Compliant. Verbal warning
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 7/29/2022 8:30 AM
SO ticket for CO: ANV-E37 black Jeep Wrangler for parking overnight in the Smuggler parking lot.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 7/28/2022 4:30 PM
The orange mongoose bike has been removed from South Gate.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Parking 7/27/2022 5:45 PM
Dark silver Toyota Sequoia parked at LG fishing access all day? Believe I saw it first thing in the morning and again before 18:00. Individual drove away as I approached. Unable to contact or read license plate.
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/27/2022 10:00 AM
Posted new signs at Dorais Way Pedestrian gate stating, "Public Access to Filoha Meadows".
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill Found resource damage 7/27/2022 9:30 AM
Removed several rocks from the Burlingourge trail. More work is needed.
1555 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Campsite found/evicted 7/27/2022 6:00 AM
Sleeper from UK, young man, no ID, evicted from Paepcke Park Gazebo. Assisted by 124.
1555 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 7/27/2022 6:00 AM
Bear Ordinance Enforcement: No open or unlatched containers found. No bear intrusion found.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Litter minimal 7/26/2022 4:00 PM
Hiked up the Ute Trail . Not as much damage from rain runoff as I expected.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/26/2022 12:15 PM
Tried to get bikers to slow down because of the hiker traffic headed up HCT. Not sure how to better manage the speedy bikers headed down, seems that the signs are only sorta working
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/26/2022 11:45 AM
Contacted Kerri Orrell Ellison and her poodle Toulouz DOL. first contact, polite and cooperative. VW
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 7/26/2022 11:45 AM
Spoke to a male with an “E leash” at the kiosk. Chatted about regs and the need to have a physical leash. Seemed receptive
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/26/2022 11:45 AM
Contacted Kerri Orrell Ellison and her poodle Toulouz DOL. first contact, polite and cooperative. VW
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 7/26/2022 11:45 AM
Spoke to a male with an “E leash” at the kiosk. Chatted about regs and the need to have a physical leash. Seemed receptive
1556 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Dog off leash - education contact 7/26/2022 8:30 AM
One dog off leash. Man put the dog on leash as soon as he saw me. I explained the regulation, and he was friendly.
1556 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/26/2022 7:30 AM
One dog off leash contact. Compliant and friendly.
1556 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Litter minimal 7/26/2022 6:00 AM
Trash patrol- only found one non-compliant container. Otherwise clean and latched
1556 Marolt Open Space Everything great 7/25/2022 5:30 PM
Assisted Aspen Historical Society and Roaring Fork Conservancy with an interp program. 30 visitors and everyone had a blast.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/25/2022 3:00 PM
Called redi porta Potty to restock toilet paper at Penny. Looked as though someone stole all the TP. Redi said they would try to restock asap.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/25/2022 2:00 PM
50 people at the springs. Church group with two cars rolled up with 20+ teenagers. Lots of clothing items removed. No dogs!!!!
1555 Campus/Moore Properties Followed-up on issue 7/25/2022 2:00 PM
Maroon Creek Rd counter uphill traffic, counter repaired/reinstalled, hose had come unattached from anchor.
8137 Coal Creek Patrol/Outreach 7/25/2022 11:15 AM
Coal Basin was super busy this Monday morning. Three dog contacts. Two in parking area, one on trail. Spoke with several other trail users about camping, biking, hiking etc. while stuck in a pretty good down pour.
1557 Smuggler Mountain Cyclist contact 7/25/2022 10:30 AM
Turned around two e-bikers on their way up BTS. They did not understand why they were not permitted to ride the trail. I tried to explain rational for the rule but they wanted none of it. Upset but compliant.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 7/25/2022 9:30 AM
Contacted Kevin with NOMI Limo Service. He is going to speak with his employees who live in the Centennial apartments and make sure they are parking on their side of the lot. I let him know we would be ticketing and towing from here on out for overnight parking.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 7/25/2022 9:30 AM
Aspen Valley Marathon should be picking up all remaining signs/trash/cones today. Please let me know if this is not the case.
1557 Smuggler Mountain Installed signage 7/25/2022 9:30 AM
Replaced Spring signage with Summer sign.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Lost and Found 7/25/2022 7:30 AM
Pink tagged an orange mongoose mountain bike left in trees by EOA trail. Moved to South Gate bike rack. Gave 72 hours to remove.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 7/25/2022 6:15 AM
Trash dumpsters locked but several open recycle dumpsters and cans this morning. 3 bear intrusions into open dumpsters.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Patrol/Outreach 7/24/2022 4:00 PM
Assisted a family trying to find their dog that ran off behind Basalt high school. UTL.
8140 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 7/24/2022 2:45 PM
Fishing contacts. Everyone was grateful to be checked. Elected for education contact to one private angler who left it in the car. His other 5 friends had one so I emphasized the importance of having on person for future, believed him
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 7/24/2022 10:00 AM
Contact made with several bikers stopped and blocking the trail near the Cascade falls area ( mi 38 ) . friendly contact and compliant.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/23/2022 4:30 PM
Ryan Nagim had his dog, Bessy, off leash on the Hunter creek trail when I contacted him. He said he did not know the regulations. I explained to him why we have the rules in place and where he could go to have his dog off leash. Compliant. Verbal warning
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/23/2022 1:45 PM
Melissa Donovan had her dog, Birdie, off leash on the Hunter creek trail when I contacted her. She said she knew the regulations. Verbally was compliant but I had to ask many times for her to please put her dog on a leash before she finally did. I explained why we have the rule in place and where she could go to have her dog off leash. Most likely will do it again. Verbal warning
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/23/2022 1:15 PM
Lesley Geller had her dog, bob, off leash when I contacted her. She said she knew the regulations. Asked for a warning. Was compliant and put bob on a leash. Verbal warning
1556 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Park use light 7/23/2022 11:00 AM
Stumbled across a bear while walking maroon creek wetlands. It just ran away from me, but worth mentioning to people when making leash contacts.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/23/2022 10:15 AM
1559 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 7/23/2022 10:15 AM
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/22/2022 2:30 PM
Kept three dogs from going down to the springs. Medium trash. Same back around 4pm, and removed two more dogs from the springs. All compliant, but clearly no one is taking the regulation seriously.
8137 Highway 82 Penalty Assessment 7/21/2022 2:00 PM
Parking ticket for CO: BDR-Y65, silver toyota highlander parked at Stillwater takeout. clearly signed loading/ unloading zone. penalty assessment.
8137 Highway 82 Penalty Assessment 7/21/2022 2:00 PM
Parking ticket for white range rover discovery CA: 8SGJ651 for parking in the loading unloading zone at the Stillwater takeout. Area is clearly signed, Penalty assessment.
8136 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Accident/Rescue 7/21/2022 12:00 PM
37yo woman approached me near the 10th mountain trail feeling lightheaded and exhausted. Had not eaten or drank water all day and hiked Smuggler in the heat. Supplied water, chocolate, and honey stinger waffle. Walked with her to the bottom of HCT. She improved quickly after snacks and descending. Had just arrived from sea level.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Accident/Rescue 7/21/2022 10:15 AM
Small brown dog “Buddy” fell off steep embankment of the road below the observation deck. A passerby was able to climb down and find the dog. I picked up Buddy and brought her back to the trailhead to meet with owner.
1555 East Aspen Trail Litter moderate 7/21/2022 10:00 AM
Found and removed several flotation devices discarded underneath Cooper St. Bridge.
1555 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Park permit check 7/21/2022 9:30 AM
Bluebird Productions is hosting a bridal event today in Koch Park. Sam has confirmed this event is permitted.
1555 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Park use moderate 7/20/2022 10:30 AM
Contact with permitted camp Child Wild and Free in Koch Park. Camp uses the park M, W, and F, 9am-Noon, 15 kids plus parents.
1555 Willoughby/Lift 1A Park Park use heavy 7/20/2022 10:30 AM
Contact with kids camp Aspen Adventure Camp, 16 kids total in two groups. Camp manager Oliver Umpleby. Camp uses the park 4 days a week 10am-Noon. Awaiting confirmation on permit status.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/19/2022 3:00 PM
PA for Miles Morley for dog at beach, WW for music playing off of phone. Asked multiple times to turn off music. Argued the signage was unclear because it wasn't spelled out in English. I said we were a multilingual preserve so we used icons. Not friendly, confrontational.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Parking issues 7/19/2022 12:30 PM
Contact made with a car blocking the trail. Driver was in the car and moved.
1557 Marolt Open Space Cyclist contact 7/19/2022 11:15 AM
Making contact with bikers on Marolt bridge reminding of multiple types of trail users moving at different speeds and please show respect.
1556 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Dog off leash - education contact 7/19/2022 9:45 AM
One woman with a well-trained dog off leash. She was friendly and compliant.
1557 Rio Grande Trail User conflict 7/19/2022 9:15 AM
Contact made with Marcia. She was expressing concerns over trail users overall ( DOL, e- bikers, auto traffic not letting bikers have right of way. Long conversation. I hope she left the contact happy.
1556 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/19/2022 8:00 AM
One man with a dog off leash. He was very friendly and leashed his dog immediately.
1557 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 7/18/2022 12:30 PM
Picked up data from all counters.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 7/18/2022 7:15 AM
Pink tag for black GMC CO: NOMI3 for overnight parking in the smuggler lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 7/18/2022 7:00 AM
SO ticket for grey Mercedes CO: ATE-M96, parked overnight in the smuggler parking lot.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 7/17/2022 4:15 PM
Contact with Natalie Teige for dog off leash on the East of Aspen trail. First contact, verbal warning.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/17/2022 4:00 PM
PA for Jacob Down with black and white doodle dog, Ollie, at South Gate put in. family was beaching there and had a dog. Friendly.
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Dog off leash - education contact 7/17/2022 4:00 PM
First time contact made with Sandra Louie an DOL Sampson/ Jessy. Compliant and friendly.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/17/2022 3:30 PM
Contact with EJ Foerster for beaching in the NS nature preserve. Beached above JHS on the north side of river. Locals who know better. Issued stern warning. Cite on next offense. VWW
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/17/2022 3:30 PM
Too many people at beach to count! Was pretty loud, thought I heard base but found no music. Couple Ed contacts for glass
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/17/2022 2:30 PM
Very busy. No parking from takeout until South Gate. Lots of Ed contacts for over white line, across, people jumping and not loading etc
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/17/2022 1:15 PM
Silver Range Rover FL: HHR-A22 parked in loading zone at Stillwater takeout. Penalty assessment.
1557 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail User conflict 7/17/2022 12:30 PM
Contact made with permitted park users after receiving complaints of users not letting bikers ride through on the Midland trail. Friendly and compliant.
8137 Brush Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/17/2022 12:00 PM
Contact with Travis Fulton for electric skateboard on Brush Creek trail. Semi cooperative, but name dropped DiSalvo’s friend said e-skateboards were the same as class 1 ebike. Fulton skateboard buddy was not cooperative or friendly. He yelled at Fulton during contact “Tell that B****h to su** it”. I called SO to help contact at the intercept lot, but deputies were too far away. VW
8140 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Wildlife 7/17/2022 10:00 AM
Report from a smuggler regular Nancy of an “aggressive” bear somewhere beyond the observation deck- sounded like BTS. Said bear stood on hind legs and looked at her. Second hand report from another regular. They thought it was unusual
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/16/2022 1:45 PM
PA for Betty Mills for dog at beach. Gave warning of regs last week in parking lot. Said dog was leashed on trail and didn’t see massive sign. Tried to run away. Didn’t have ID. Thought long about info, warned about interference. Odd. Likely will not pay.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/16/2022 8:00 AM
Pink tagged a small 50cc dirt biked locked to the fence near the kiosk. Reminded that motor vehicles are not permitted on the trail and warned for the storage of property (asked to use bike rack in the future).
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 7/16/2022 7:30 AM
Pink tagged 3 cars ( CO: BUU-L40 red subaru outback, CO:ADX-169 black Mercedes GLA250, CO:ANV-E37 black jeep wrangler) at the smuggler lot. Jeep and Subaru have been parked for a few days. Mercedes had dew on the front windshield so parked over night.
8139 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) E-bike Contact 7/15/2022 3:30 PM
Stopped by a biker asking about bears, noticed he was on an electric mountain bike. Asked him and his friend if they were aware of the regulations. They stated that "a ranger" told them it was ok for them to ride on 10th mountain road. Not sure who the ranger was (or if there was one) but corrected them and stated that if they are ONLY permitted to ride on smuggler mtn road. All other trails will result in a ticket. 5 guys in their 30s/40s. High end specialized emtb bikes, POC body armor. One guy had a full face with camo print, another had an orange helmet and lead guy had black helmet with a black bike. Ticket if contacted.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Accident/Rescue 7/15/2022 1:30 PM
Minor medical on EOA trail. 50yo female crashed bike going from paved driveway to steep downhill gravel section. Cleaned and wrapped hand scrapes so she could bike back to town.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 7/15/2022 10:45 AM
Contact with Jason Roy with dog off leash on the upper Rio near Stein park. Biking from Burlingame where he lives. First contact. Verbal warning.
8137 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 7/15/2022 10:15 AM
Verbal warning for white van/bus ram3500 CO: BDS-K90, parked in no parking zone at Jaffee park. Also explained no camping on OST property. Owner questioned me on what code says no camping. Do not contact without SO. VW
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 7/15/2022 8:00 AM
Disregard the previous statement about cfs being lower than 60.. Apparently we are paying attention to "Near Aspen" rather than "Difficult, Near Aspen". Currently Near Aspen is at 74.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Signage 7/14/2022 6:00 PM
cfs will likely be lower than 60 tomorrow. Let's get the sign out if that is the case and I will reach out to commercial operators to cease operations from WW.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Commercial Permit Check 7/14/2022 1:00 PM
Aspen Adventure Co and AWW came quite close to one another a "coincidentally" had folks that knew each other in each van. I asked some members of the group whether they were all together and they said they were friends but did not plan it. 5 People with AAC, 4 with AWW. I chat with Gabor and he made the two groups launch at different times and seemed like it may have been a coincidence considering the content of each groups conversations with one another. Reiterated and warned AAC and AWW risks of bending the regs.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 7/14/2022 12:30 PM
USFS painted the white chalk lines oddly and don't line up with our signage. Lets evaluate and adjust on Friday 7/15.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Educational Contact 7/14/2022 12:00 PM
Dispatch connected me with a male looking for information about equestrian use of SMP. Provided info and referred to PitOutside.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/14/2022 9:15 AM
DOL running up valley on the trail. Ruby escaped from a house on Stephens rd. Returned Ruby to owner .
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Followed-up on issue 7/13/2022 4:30 PM
Once again i saw a bright yellow Moped crossing Terral/ Wade bridge. UTL
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 7/13/2022 1:00 PM
Contacted William Addy, DOL. claimed he was on “smuggler” so didn’t need leash. Informed him of the actual regs for HCT, and where the “smuggler rules” start. Looked up in ranger mobile and I had contacted the wife previously with a very similar story( she was there as well). So I issued a WW with clear instructions that next contact will result in PA.
1557 Marolt Open Space Cyclist contact 7/13/2022 12:45 PM
Contacting groups of E bikers and speaking of trail etiquette as it relates to pedestrians. All very receptive.
1555 Campus/Moore Properties Light trail work 7/13/2022 11:00 AM
Reinstalled ARC Detour signs x3.
1557 Pocket Parks Campsite found/evicted 7/13/2022 11:00 AM
Old remnants of a camp ( blankets, mattress, trash) cleaned up in the new “Response Park “
1557 Rio Grande Trail User conflict 7/13/2022 10:30 AM
Two groups of e-bikers, One group going up valley one group going down . Neither group wanted to give the other right of way, they stopped to discuss who was in the right. They agreed it was in everyone’s best interest not to collide.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 7/12/2022 4:30 PM
VW CO: CBA-937 white Ford F-150 parked across takeout. With large group of DV teens jumping. Explained dangers. Bag of trash and many looks at takeout
1555 North Star/James H. Smith Issued verbal warning 7/12/2022 3:45 PM
Paddle boards x4 blocking trail at takeout.
1557 Marolt Open Space Cyclist contact 7/12/2022 3:00 PM
Friendly bicycle contacts made with cyclists before crossing bridge.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/12/2022 2:45 PM
Contacted Viera M Lewis for two dogs in NSNP at the south gate takeout. I gave her one ticket and warned her for the other. First Contact. PA.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/12/2022 2:45 PM
Ticketed blue Toyota 4 runner CO/CXN-890 for being parked in the no parking area across from the takout. PA
1556 Pocket Parks Dog off leash - education contact 7/12/2022 2:00 PM
One woman with dog off leash on nature trail near Marolt. Super friendly and compliant.
1557 Marolt Open Space Weeds-discovered/removed 7/12/2022 11:00 AM
Along with: 1558,1556,1555 and several other hard working COA parks employees, pulled Thistle and other weeds from around the community garden!
1555 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued verbal warning 7/12/2022 10:30 AM
Tractor Trailor Delivery Vehicle parked over bike right of way in front of Wheeler Opera House. I had the driver move the truck and clear the truck from the pathway.
1557 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Everything great 7/12/2022 9:30 AM
Ride through of the Cosy Point O/S and the archery range . Minimal trash, one person using the targets.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking Ticket 7/11/2022 5:00 PM
SO ticket to a white Toyota Tacoma CO: AMS-T49 for parking in the fire lane.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking Ticket 7/11/2022 5:00 PM
SO ticket to green ford expedition CO: DPB-649 for parking in the fire lane.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking Ticket 7/11/2022 5:00 PM
SO ticket to a blue Jeep Wrangler CO: ANV-F30 for parking in the fire lane.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/11/2022 3:45 PM
PA John Crowder for trespassing/beaching near Quiet Zone sign in James H. Smith while playing his speaker ($200). Was warned about music at put-in but "gave in". Blazing guide Nick alerted me of someone "trudging all over the place" near JHS. The man was rude to Nick saying he lived near preserve and was annoyed he was second person to say something. Not sure if same person.
1555 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 7/11/2022 1:45 PM
Off leash dog contacts x4 at Herron Park. All compliant and friendly.
1555 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Parking issues 7/11/2022 12:45 PM
Ford pickup KQV 649 parked diagonally blocking off pedestrian right of way at Paradise Corner. Truck cleared immediately with verbal warning.
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Followed-up on issue 7/11/2022 7:15 AM
Along with 1558,1555, installed a tube counter on Maroon Creek rd. Across from the trail counter.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 7/11/2022 6:00 AM
Morning bear compliance routes in the alleys in town. Compliance not quite reached. Tagged 3 dumpsters.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 7/10/2022 5:30 PM
Three separate contacts made DOL . Friendly and compliant.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/10/2022 3:15 PM
Pink tag for silver Toyota Matrix CA: 5HZW261 for parking in takeout loading zone at NS. Written warning.
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Litter moderate 7/10/2022 2:00 PM
Contact made with employees from the "W" tossing cigarette butts on the ground . They happily picked up claiming they do every day.
1556 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 7/10/2022 1:45 PM
One dog off leash contact. Woman was friendly and compliant.
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Cyclist contact 7/10/2022 9:45 AM
Two road bikers traveling way too fast through the underpass had a close call with two pedestrians . Apologetic and friendly contact.
1559 Burlingame/Deer Hill Followed-up on issue 7/10/2022 9:15 AM
Checked on kids trail as reported from last week. remnants still there. naturalized old trail w/1555
8137 Jaffee Park Penalty Assessment 7/10/2022 7:30 AM
Contact with Conner Heckmann for overnight camping in the Jaffee parking lot. Car top camper was still up, and I witnessed Heckmann exit tent. Penalty assessment.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/09/2022 6:00 PM
Pink tagged silver VW CT: AF-73339 for parking across from takeout
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/09/2022 3:00 PM
Interrupted 3 teen gals deciding who should play the music while they floated by beach. Reminded them it’s $100 violation. They were spooked
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/09/2022 2:30 PM
Was eating lunch at beach (bold but it was chill) educated couple who started playing music off phone next to me..,busy day at takeout. U-turns and blocking bike trail galore. People were happy to have some guidance and me hurrying cars along
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/09/2022 2:30 PM
Was eating lunch at beach (bold but it was chill) educated couple who started playing music off phone next to me..,busy day at takeout. U-turns and blocking bike trail galore. People were happy to have some guidance and me hurrying cars along
8138 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking Ticket 7/09/2022 2:00 PM
Tesla Parked on wildwood lane in the no parking fire lane tow away zone. Car owners where not present when ticket was issued
8139 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Wildlife 7/09/2022 1:00 PM
Reported a medium sized bear on tootsie roll trail. Think this is likely the same that was reported on BTS/ Hunter creek cut off
1556 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/09/2022 12:15 PM
One tourist with dog off leash. She was friendly and compliant.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/09/2022 12:00 PM
14cars, 25 people, 2dogs removed from beach. Minimal trash.
8140 Smuggler Mountain Open Space E-bike Contact 7/09/2022 11:45 AM
Educated two mtn ebikes at the kiosk that the only trail open to them was smuggler rd. They asked if they could walk bikes on cut off trail and I discouraged it. Prior to renting they got bad advice from a pal
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 7/09/2022 8:00 AM
1 Ed contact for DOL by excited tourists. 1 Ed contact for woman who leashed when she saw me, reminded her and jagger to always be leashed in lower Hc, said she knew better
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/08/2022 5:30 PM
Educational warnings for three speakers, one at beach, not in use, one walking in to beach, on, and one floating down river, on. Two warnings for fishing, one at beach, not yet fishing, one at takeout, fly fishing. Warning for dog at takeout.
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 7/08/2022 5:00 PM
Pink tagged a silver Nissan Armada (CO: temp 4362788). Noticed it has some aspen adventure co paddle boards on top. One of the employees lives in centennial. Parked in the county section though
8136 Sky Mountain Park Signage 7/08/2022 5:00 PM
Outreach signage with RFMBA completed. It will be removed in one month.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/08/2022 2:45 PM
Contact with Gerald Greenwald for dog off leash on the Hunter Creek trail. No leash, admitted to not following the rules and bad compliance. Friendly chat. Verbal warning.
1557 Campus/Moore Properties User conflict 7/07/2022 5:00 PM
Noticed from a distance a bright yellow Moped crossing the Terral/ Wade bridge. UTL
1555 ABC/BurlingameTrail Issued verbal warning 7/07/2022 3:45 PM
Issued verbal warning to a moped attempting to drive on Bugsy Barnard Park Trail.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Called to scene 7/07/2022 3:30 PM
Assisted Medic 94 on call to Ritz Carlton, due to Medic 94 needing an ambulance driver. Patient Refusal after examine.
1559 Campus/Moore Properties Called to scene 7/07/2022 3:15 PM
Responded to bike v. Ped on trail on Bus Barn Ln. Passed duties onto 1555, to assist medic with 3rd call at Ritz Carlton
8139 Sky Mountain Park Signage 7/07/2022 11:00 AM
Placed the new etiquette campaign signs at the entrances to sky mtn park
8139 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 7/07/2022 10:00 AM
Report of a bear cub on the BTS / Hunter creek cut off.
8139 Smuggler Mountain Road Lost and Found 7/07/2022 9:00 AM
40 got a call for a lost dog (black and white English setter) about 1/3 of the way up SMR. Hiked to the top and back down UTL
8136 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/06/2022 1:00 PM
Compliment from local thanking OST for excellent management over the past few years. She feels there has been "massive improvement".
1555 North Star/James H. Smith Cyclist contact 7/06/2022 12:45 PM
Two cyclists were riding onto the beach at North Star.
1555 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Called to scene 7/06/2022 7:00 AM
Camper overnight in the gazebo of Paepcke Park. 124 was already on scene and I provided backup. Camper had 3 warrants and was brought into custody by 124
1556 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 7/05/2022 10:15 AM
Amy Gutrentz had her dog off leash while biking. Little dog with gold bling chain.
1556 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 7/05/2022 10:00 AM
One tourist with dog off leash.
1556 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/05/2022 9:00 AM
One tourist with dog off leash.
1556 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/05/2022 9:00 AM
Tourist with dog off leash.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/04/2022 4:00 PM
PA for Laura Barclay for playing music off a speaker at NSNP Beach. Friendly.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/04/2022 3:00 PM
PA for Aarjave Shah. Beached under "Quiet Zone" sign near James H. playing music off a speaker with 3 friends. Friendly. elected $200 for group.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Penalty Assessment 7/04/2022 2:45 PM
Issued Paul Kienast a PA for DOL on the rio near Duffy’s Wiggle. Asked for leniency because last contact was in 2018, looked up in ranger mobile and saw that this was his 5th contact- and he was also not carrying a leash - issued a second offense PA for $250
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 7/04/2022 1:00 PM
Responded to a bike crash near lazy glen barn. Shoulder injury. Denied ambi. Had a friend transport. I gave patient care. See report.
8137 Seven Star Ranch Penalty Assessment 7/04/2022 7:45 AM
Contact with Gordon Whitmer for ebike on Sky mountain park. Second offense, penalty Assessment.
8137 Brush Creek Trail Trash 7/03/2022 1:00 PM
Responded to call of hay that rolled of truck and in to BCT. B contacted truck driver and cleaned trail of debris, will follow up as needed.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/03/2022 11:45 AM
3 separate educational warnings for “teenage” boys riding e bikes with bad etiquette. One group was going too fast abd not announcing. Two other individuals were on their phones while biking. One of which almost ran in to me. All boys received a stern warning.
8137 Jaffee Park Written Warning 7/02/2022 5:00 PM
Pink tag written warning for CO: DHG-723, grey GLA250 Mercedes’ for parking on vegetation, not in parking lot. Plenty of spaces open. WW
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 7/02/2022 4:15 PM
I moved the leash dog and e bike etiquette sandwich board from stein to the driveway section of the Rio on request of a nearby homeowner.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/02/2022 3:00 PM
Pint tagged a rental KIA CO: BQX-C04 for parking across from takeout.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/02/2022 2:00 PM
Educated people about glass on the beach. No other violations!
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/02/2022 1:45 PM
Educated younger floaters in regs of the preserve. Make party was about to use preserve as restroom. The group was also having difficulty keeping all their cans on their boats.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail E-bike Contact 7/02/2022 11:00 AM
Educated some lost ebikes coming from storywalk trail. Informed them about single track rules and where ebikes are allowed in Pitkin county. Lost and unintentional so went for education.
8136 East of Aspen Trail Parking 7/01/2022 3:30 PM
Moved along GMC truck parked blocking EoA near boardwalk. Folks out taking photos of nature. Compliant.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 7/01/2022 1:15 PM
Collected aged camp on Marolt OS, across from hospital, that had been previously tagged by 1555
8136 Lani White Trail Written Warning 7/01/2022 12:00 PM
DOL with Cindy Taylor of Texas. Leashed when she saw me. Chat about wildlife. First Contact. VW
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 7/01/2022 12:00 PM
Followed-up on multiple "non-compliant" trash cans in front of PIE on the Mall. They stated they were not theirs. I have requested removal with our downtown parks crew.
8136 Lani White Trail Educational Contact 7/01/2022 11:45 AM
Asked a woman with a small DOL leash dog while on was on a phone call. Planned to catch up and issue warning later but she hustled faster than me. She did pick up the dog and leash it when she went by.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Park permit check 7/01/2022 10:45 AM
John Spiess requested a permit check on a childrens group at Koch Park. No obviouslt on the list, but they ended up being permitted and likely to be scheduling more usage
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 7/01/2022 7:00 AM
8 trash containers out of compliance. Follow-up on broken containers.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued written warning 7/01/2022 7:00 AM
Written warning to Catch Steak Steakhouse for second offence "unlocked over loaded"
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Called to scene 6/30/2022 4:15 PM
Called to 1250 Snowbunny Ln for a bear in a trash can. Bear gone upon arrival. Collected info, educated and required the purchase of a bear can to prevent citation. $250 Buckeroos!
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 6/30/2022 1:00 PM
Request from trail user to trim low branches just downvalley of Stein Falls. Also, wanted to pass along to City of Aspen that he feels there should be a stop or yield sign at the bottom of Cemetery Lane trail at Stein Park.
1559 Marolt Open Space Light trail work 6/30/2022 8:00 AM
Assisted 1556 with her installation project of "No Overnight Parking" signs on roadway to Marolt housing
1559 Marolt Open Space Issued verbal warning 6/30/2022 8:00 AM
Spoke with potential camper about new "No Overnight Parking" signage and expectations
1557 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Followed-up on issue 6/29/2022 3:30 PM
Installed a counter on the lower part of the trail. Removed a temporary counter from Old Stage trail.
1555 Burlingame/Deer Hill Campsite found/evicted 6/29/2022 9:15 AM
Kids fort/camp found and tagged, given 72 hours notice to remove all belongings.
1555 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 6/29/2022 6:00 AM
AM Bear Ordinance Enforcement, lots of noncompliance. Two possible ticket issuing's, 501 East Cooper and 205 South Mill, both 2nd offenses.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/28/2022 4:00 PM
More party crowds today than I've seen in a while, all compliant and reminded rules. I did turn one big group to South Gate with walmart floaties because the first dam took a few out yesterday. Spoke to kids in bougie golf cart about parking across from takeout, they drove into house next door after jumping. Natty Cameron warned for a dog on beach
8135 Administration Penalty Assessment 6/28/2022 4:00 PM
Cited Wally zediker of Ride the Rockies $1,000 for commercial and special events limited. See Report.
1555 East Aspen Trail Found resource damage 6/28/2022 3:30 PM
8140 found a plaque installed in a rock in North Star. I made contact with a woman at the rock and I explained the area is a closed wildlife refuge.
1556 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/28/2022 1:00 PM
Left a tag on a white vehicle that has been parked at Marolt for a long period of time. We are putting up no overnight parking signs in two days, so I wrote that they need to be out in 48 hours or face the risk of being towed.
1555 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Campsite found/evicted 6/28/2022 12:30 PM
Campsite found to northwest of Brush Creek Lot, down over the rim of the gorge. Campsite with blue tarp, small tent. Tagged the tent providing 72 hours to remove. Assisted by Deputy 10. Will follow up on Friday afternoon.
8135 Administration Penalty Assessment 6/28/2022 11:45 AM
Served John Nathanial Crowder III for One Wheeling in SMP on 5/16/2022. He was caught on the wildlife camera and identified by Snowmass Village PD. See report. PA.
1555 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 6/28/2022 11:45 AM
Bike Education Contact. Etiquette and directional education.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Parking issues 6/28/2022 10:00 AM
A Rent All van partially blocking the trail. As I approached the home Marie with DOL Cash walked up the trail toward me. I explained both the issue of off leash and blocking. Compliant and friendly. VW.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Parking issues 6/28/2022 10:00 AM
A Rent All van partially blocking the trail. As I approached the home Marie with DOL Cash walked up the trail toward me. I explained both the issue of off leash and blocking. Compliant and friendly. VW.
1555 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Found resource damage 6/27/2022 2:45 PM
Cleared fallen tree branches from the lower Maroon Creek Trail.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/27/2022 2:00 PM
Contact with Jay Israel for audible music in the NS nature preserve. Some confusion about regs, due to bad ranger info from a “few” years ago. Thought no music in quiet zone. Re educated, receptive local who cares. Verbal written warning. Cite on any subsequent audible music offense. VWW.
1555 Rio Grande Trail Issued verbal warning 6/27/2022 12:15 PM
Parking Violation at Jennie Adair Park. Black pickup CFE R70 was parked directly blocking the trail. Driver moved the truck for me.
1555 Smuggler Mountain Found resource damage 6/27/2022 11:30 AM
Cleared fallen tree branches from Tootsie Roll Trail.
1555 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Found resource damage 6/27/2022 9:15 AM
Cleared fallen tree branches from the trail.
1555 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/27/2022 9:00 AM
Contact with dog off leash approaching Wagner Park. I educated the contact that leashes were required outside of the park. The contact was compliant.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/27/2022 7:30 AM
Contact made with Mike Frithsen. 2 DOL. White poodle mix. Mike felt it was OK to let his dogs off leash in the Mall due to early hour. Friendly and compliant after contact.
1557 Parks Office Everything great 6/27/2022 6:00 AM
COMPLIANCE!! All Dumpsters & Compost containers Locked!
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 6/26/2022 12:00 PM
Two educational contacts for dogs off leash in the road at Jaffee Park.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/26/2022 11:30 AM
Contacted a group of five 15yo girls playing music softly at the beach. They floated from wildwood and said they didn’t see the signs. They were apologetic and understanding. Because it was playing quietly, I elected for a VW. I collect name and bday and put in compliance for all 5 as they are local gals.
1556 Marolt Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 6/26/2022 10:30 AM
One dog-off-leash education contact on the trail near Marolt Open Space.
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Weeds-discovered/removed 6/25/2022 6:15 PM
Picked up truck full of bagged thistle from RFOV Proj in Maroon Crk Wetlands
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 6/25/2022 4:30 PM
I contacted maxwell Wilson and his girlfriend in James H Smith for biking. I asked if they were aware of the regulations and if they had seen both signs saying no biking when they entered. They did not. I walked them out and explained why they could not bike but where welcome to leave there bikes at the trail head and walk back in. Maxwell said the signs are too small and aren’t helpful for colorblind people like himself. Verbal warning
1559 Snyder Park Followed-up on issue 6/25/2022 3:45 PM
Discovered a non-functional irrigation zone at Snyder Park. Dead grass and dirt; passed along to to Irragation crew
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/25/2022 2:30 PM
Spoke to some teens about a speaker near takeout. They were not in preserve but decided to turn it off when I explained the reasoning for the preserve area. Also answered some questions about fishing… rope swing is on private property?
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/25/2022 2:00 PM
Glass on beach. Told them they could pour into something else. Friendly, understanding. Switched out glass
1556 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 6/25/2022 1:00 PM
Briefly spoke with two cyclists about the importance of announcing when passing.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/25/2022 12:45 PM
I contacted Diana Ettlinger on the HC trail because she had her dog Zack off leash. I asked if she was familiar with the leash laws on the trails and she said she was but was unsure where they started and stopped. I explained where dogs off leash are and are not allowed. Friendly & compliant. Verbal warning
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Issued verbal warning 6/25/2022 12:00 PM
Contacted David Fleisher on Moore OS with DOL. Good conversation, compliant.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/25/2022 11:00 AM
VW DOL for Stephanie Holder w Nihi a tan small poodle mix. Explained where leashes were required in the hunter/smug area. They said they saw no signs coming from Lani White, I explained that there is a large sign with leashes hanging off of it at Lani White, they suggested another. Friendly.
8140 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 6/25/2022 9:30 AM
Contacted lime green jeep with build outs for camping along rd. CO: CKT-Z19. Friendly, explained where it was okay on FS. They were packing up and didn’t have any questions. Later saw them driving up and they asked about parking to bike. Ended up going towards picnic area pullouts
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Called to scene 6/24/2022 2:00 PM
Attempted removal of 1557's tagged bike in Newbury. Bike had been moved to the Aspen Chamber Building. The trailer has some belongings in it (camping things?). Will leave there for now.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/24/2022 12:30 PM
I contacted and issued a penalty assessment of $100 for Philip Tsopanides for having his dog on the beach at the North Star nature preserve. I asked if he saw the signs leading into the beach saying no dogs he said he did but thought it was fine if his dog was leashed. He said the sign was unclear. I explained the rules and why they are in place before issuing the citation.
8139 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 6/23/2022 4:00 PM
Camp tagged by the rio grande park has been removed/ cleaned up. Put in the illegal camping log
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 6/23/2022 3:00 PM
Placed a Ride Safely sign near the upper kiosk at Hunter Creek following the conversation I had yesterday. Maybe it’ll slow bikers down ? Updated sign log
8139 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 6/23/2022 11:30 AM
Had a fun time with the Camp Aspen/Snowmass kids educating them on Wildlife in the area and what the Rangers do protecting resources. Lots of good questions and stories from the kids / Junior rangers in training
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Followed-up on issue 6/22/2022 5:00 PM
I receive notification of a bicycle with a trailer locked to a table in Newberry Park for quite some time. I put a tag on it with 48 hour notice to remove the bicycle.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 6/22/2022 4:00 PM
Responded to an ebike accident with the SO and aspen ambulance on the Rio Grande Trail at MM 36.5 called in by our maintenance crew. 70 yo male with a head injury AXO times 3. Unkown loss of conciousnious. See report.
8139 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 6/22/2022 2:15 PM
Pink tagged a camp near the old art museum / rio grande park with 115,117 and 114. There was a fire ring that was dismantled by 117. The stuff looked to be the same that 1555 tagged by the basketball courts off the RGT. Gave the same 48 hours to remove all items and trash and included a warning that fires on open space will result in fines for resource damages. 115 thinks the stuff may belong to a “Cory” (new to town). Also ran into Merlin who admitted to sleeping the last few nights in the same area. Seems to be a popular spot. APD will do an extra patrol through the area tonight.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 6/22/2022 2:00 PM
Responded to a 65 yo female who fell off her bike and hurt her lower back. APD was first on scene. I Directed bike traffic. Aspen Ambi Transported to AVH.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/22/2022 11:00 AM
Contacted Allison Fleming and “Willow” for DOL, chatted about wildlife and swimming in the river. Clarified that once they get back on the trail willow needs to be leashed. Friendly and compliant, VW
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/22/2022 10:00 AM
Was stopped by a woman concerned about the mountain bikers “flying” down the trail “almost hitting” people. Listened to her suggestions- cameras, more signs, kicking bikers off the trail- about how to get the bikers to slow down. Told her I would check our sign inventory and that it was something I had noticed as well. Chatted about the triangle of yielding for trails but she was more interested in putting up “ a lot of signs”. So if you’re up in HCT area outreach mtn bikers about etiquette and speeds
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 6/22/2022 8:45 AM
Went to check for some overnight violations, they were GOA. Did however catch one of the apartment residents walking to his Mercedes (CA: 8MJG089) parked directly in front of the NO OVERNIGHT PARKING sign. Told him that we will ticket if he parks in the lot again. Same excuse as always- “someone parked in my spot”. Advised him to find another place to park if that happens, the smuggler lot is not an option.
1555 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Cyclist contact 6/22/2022 7:00 AM
Bike To Work Day
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/21/2022 4:45 PM
Multiple education contacts for dogs and fishing as I was leaving. No violations. Told all parties areas where dogs could swim and fisherman could fish.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 6/21/2022 4:00 PM
Allison Woods, CO: DPM-485 Black range rover discovery. For parking in takeout directly in front of two different no parking signs.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/21/2022 3:30 PM
Edu contact for glass at beach. Asked them to walk the glass to car, said alcohol was okay when they were confused. They said happy solstice and complied.
8140 Lani White Trail Educational Contact 6/21/2022 12:00 PM
Another lucky dog as I was on the phone. Older golden retriever named Allie. Reminded dogs are welcome off leash while playing in water (dog was wet), but while on trail then need to be leashed
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 6/21/2022 11:30 AM
I was on the phone when I observed a couple see me then put their light tan pit mix on leash near first bridge. “You know the rules, thank you for leashing “
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 6/21/2022 10:45 AM
DOL on COA near storywalk. First time here. Explained dog leash rules in Aspen area and gave directions for HC trails system and rio.
8140 Wheatley Beach Commercial Permit Check 6/20/2022 3:00 PM
Saw a car I recognized as a commercial fisherman from Aspen Fly Fishing parked on a pullout just before the old Snowmass light. Likely accessing Wheatley section of river. UTL, car was gone after I tried to find from beach side. Musta missed them.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/20/2022 1:15 PM
Contact with Rob Taylor for two dogs off leash on the upper Rio near Slaughterhouse. From LA. Good chat, first contact ,verbal warning.
8137 Jaffee Park Written Warning 6/20/2022 9:30 AM
Contact with Zachariah Wood for failure to show a fishing license. Not yet fishing. Verbal written warning. bought license during contact.
8137 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 6/20/2022 9:30 AM
Contact with Sam Merrill for dog off leash in the roadway at Jaffee park. Grabbed leash and was educated. Also checked and saw valid fishing license. VW
8137 Mills OSP Written Warning 6/20/2022 7:30 AM
Contact with Nicholas Kruger for camping on Mills OS. Multiple warrants out of Garfield county. Reluctant to give name at first. Packed up camp and hopefully moved on.
8137 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 6/19/2022 3:00 PM
Made a plan with 10 to check the camp on Mills OS Monday morning at 0730. Got information that camp is occupied. Wanted to have a good chance of contacting occupant.
8137 Jaffee Park Signage 6/19/2022 3:00 PM
Removed bear aware signage from Jaffee liaison trail. Updated sign log
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 6/19/2022 2:45 PM
Gave bandaids to a couple at beach that got a few small cuts from first dam. Everyone I spoke to today did not make it without swimming
8140 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/19/2022 2:00 PM
Small “Majestic” RV w CO: CAX-Z05. Owner of this RV has very strong opinions on public lands and homosexuality. He was agitated and abrasive when he contacted me. He may return to fly fish at Wildwood. Do not recommend engaging.
8137 Perham Creek Trailhead Trash 6/19/2022 11:00 AM
Removed a large bag of dumped food trash from round a bout of Perham, luckily the bears had not found it yet.
8137 Redstone River Parcel Fire 6/19/2022 11:00 AM
Responded to a possible fire on the beach near Redstone river parcel. Brush 81 reported a grill, and no violation. By the time I arrived, they were gone.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Called to scene 6/18/2022 4:30 PM
Dispatch received a call about a potentially hazardous tree at 1575 Silverking Dr. Upon inspection with 145, it’s appears the top has already be cut to prevent it falling into road and it is a civil issue between neighbors
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/17/2022 1:30 PM
Moved Subaru from across take-out across highway. Owners hanging at the ped bridge saw me writing a pink tag.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/17/2022 1:30 PM
Pink tag Volkswagen CO DPK-065 across highway from ped bridge.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/17/2022 1:15 PM
Moved along black GMC parked with hazards at JH Smith pullout. Two gals taking photos with tail end of vehicle in highway.
1557 Parks Office Found resource damage 6/17/2022 1:00 PM
Several down tree branches on trails all over town. Big wind event around noon today.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/17/2022 11:45 AM
Jon Heyslip, two black/brown medium size DOL. VW.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/17/2022 11:45 AM
I made contact with Ethan London on the Hunter creek trail because he had two dogs off leash. I asked him if he knew the leash laws on this trail. He said he did not because this was his first time here. I explained that leash’s are required on the section of trail we were on and explained where he could go to have his dogs off leash. Compliant. Verbal warning
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/17/2022 11:30 AM
I contacted Charis Carr because she had her dog off leash on the Hunter creek trail. I asked her if she was familiar with the leash laws on the trail and she said she was but was unclear exactly where she could and couldn’t have her dog Clyde off leash. I clarified for her the places she could have her dog off leash and where she couldn’t. She was very compliant and nice. Verbal warning
1555 East Aspen Trail Found vandalism 6/17/2022 10:15 AM
Various furniture and graffiti underneath HWY 82 Cooper St. Bridge.
1555 East Aspen Trail Found resource damage 6/17/2022 10:15 AM
Cleared low hanging branches obstructing the trail.
1555 Smuggler Mountain Found resource damage 6/17/2022 10:15 AM
Cleared low hanging branches obstructing Lower Lollipop trail.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/17/2022 10:00 AM
I contacted Chloe Thornton because she had her dog off leash. I asked if she was familiar with the leash laws on the trail and she said she wasn’t. I explained on the trail we were on is required to have your dog on a leash. I explained where she could go to take him off. Compliant. Verbal warning
1555 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 6/16/2022 2:30 PM
Made contact with a speeding EBike educating the contact to reduce speed.
1557 Parks Office Installed signage 6/16/2022 12:00 PM
Installed the temporary counters .
8136 Wheatley Gulch Illegal Camping 6/16/2022 11:00 AM
Tent/camp has been removed from Wheatley Gulch. No trash or left items present.
1555 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Followed-up on issue 6/16/2022 10:30 AM
W Hallam St. Bike/Ped route, I enforced use of one block only for motorized traffic.
1555 East Aspen Trail Found resource damage 6/16/2022 10:00 AM
Cleared trail of foliage debris near east end of trail.
1555 Rio Grande Park Found resource damage 6/16/2022 9:30 AM
Removed tree debris from trail.
1555 Rio Grande Park Campsite found/evicted 6/16/2022 9:15 AM
Campsite tagged at Rio Grand Park next to the basketball court.
1555 Rio Grande Park Issued verbal warning 6/16/2022 9:00 AM
Ms. Cassidy Bowls with Theatre Aspen was driving personal car on path between basketball court and Rio Grand Park ball field.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 6/15/2022 5:00 PM
Float with RFC. Saw 5 beavers, three moose, 1 GBH. Two participants had difficulty paddling properly. Challenging to get one person back on track. Beaver dams are doable- easier with ducky.. Gary sent it off first dam with paddle board and swam.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/15/2022 4:30 PM
Contacted two males unloading paddlebords at the Beach pullout. Informed about general floating at NS and sent over to South Gate.
1557 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Issued citation 6/15/2022 4:00 PM
Contact made with Katie Landers regarding Parks permit violation.
1555 Marolt Open Space Issued verbal warning 6/15/2022 2:45 PM
Dog off leash on bike path near the Chapel. Issued verbal warning that a leash is required on all city bike paths. Contact understood.
1555 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Found resource damage 6/15/2022 1:30 PM
Cleared tree debris from Maroon Creek Pedestrian Trail up near Highlands.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/15/2022 12:15 PM
Contact made with three separate parties, dog off leash. All parties compliant after contact.
1555 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Found resource damage 6/15/2022 11:30 AM
Cleared tree from trail on Upper Hunter Creek.
1555 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Dog off leash - education contact 6/15/2022 11:15 AM
Educated a contact about dog leash requirement. Contact complied.
1555 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Found resource damage 6/15/2022 8:45 AM
Cleared tree from trail on Upper Hunter Creek.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 6/14/2022 4:00 PM
There is a big live fir that came down just below Benedict Bridge that is hard to go around for the average person. Maintenance is planning to hit weds morn. Other trees: just before kiosk on HCT needs bucking, bottom of hummingbird two small switches up in aspens from bottom valley trail. Heard reports of more on lollipop, upper hummingbird above lower plunge, and one on lower plunge.
1556 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/14/2022 3:15 PM
Woman walking her dog off leash in mall. Dog looked like an Australian shepherd mix with a bandana on. Woman was very upset when asked to leash her dog, and stormed out of the mall before I could ask for more information.
1555 Sky Mountain Park Campsite found/evicted 6/14/2022 1:45 PM
Campsite found in Mills Property Open Space below Brush Creek Intercept Lot. Assisted by 8135 and 67. Campsite was tagged and given 72 hours to remove until eviction.
1555 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/14/2022 1:15 PM
Dog off leash at Jaffe Park. I educated the contact and the contact complied.
1556 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/14/2022 1:00 PM
One woman with dog off leash. She was friendly, compliant, and I passed her again later on the trail and her dog was still leashed.
1556 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/14/2022 1:00 PM
One woman with dog off leash. She was friendly and compliant.
1556 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Dog off leash - education contact 6/14/2022 8:00 AM
One woman with a small dog off leash. She was friendly and compliant.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 6/13/2022 4:00 PM
I moved the poop rainbow sign from Jaffee to Smuggler Mon road.
1555 Marolt Open Space Parking issues 6/13/2022 12:15 PM
Made contact with Ford E350 QSP 551 regarding parking issue. I informed the contact of other areas available for parking and the contact complied.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Accident/Rescue 6/13/2022 12:00 PM
Responded with Aspen Ambi to an older lady with a knee injury up Hunter Creek who could not walk out. We carried her to the bridge crossing and I drove her to the upper parking area in the ranger truck from there. 8137 and 1556 responded as support.
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 6/13/2022 10:15 AM
Fishing license check. Reminded to use magnet or hang togs. I think it was Aspen outfitting co.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 6/13/2022 10:00 AM
Educational contact for dog in the road at Jaffee.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/12/2022 3:00 PM
Requested extra patrol from night shift SO for night patrols of Jaffee and Stein.
8140 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 6/12/2022 11:15 AM
PA for Mari Holden for dog in a backpack at Sky Mtn Park. Seen at top of Cozyline. Good contact, seems to have done multiple times as "people don't notice with the backpack".
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/12/2022 11:15 AM
Received a call from dispatch for dogs at NSNP beach. UTL.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/12/2022 11:00 AM
I contacted Tali Blumursen on the Hunter creek trail because she had her dog Winston off leash. I explained to her why her dog needed to be leashed and where she could go to have him off leash. She was very compliant and friendly with lots of moose questions. Verbal warning
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 6/12/2022 10:30 AM
James Murphey called (name from caller ID on office phone) very upset he had a pink tag on his bus. He said he was rafting at 7 AM. Not friendly do not approach without a deputy if he is caught camping on OST. White Van ( AQN K17)
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/12/2022 9:30 AM
I contacted Rachel Lacy on the Hunter creek trail because she had her dog Breezy off leash. I explained to her why we require dogs to be on leash there and where she could go if she wanted to take her dog somewhere she could be off leash. She was compliant and apologetic. Verbal warning
8140 Prince of Peace Parking Area Written Warning 6/12/2022 8:30 AM
Pink tagged ten 12-person vans taking up majority of lot. Food & Wine set up? Some with Illinois plates, some CO fleet plates. All entered in compliance.
8140 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 6/12/2022 7:30 AM
Pink tagged two suspected sleepers. CO: DHE-644 - long grey freightliner sprinter van and CO: AQN-K17 white bus. Did not attempt to wake/contact.
8140 Stein Park (AVLT) Illegal Camping 6/12/2022 7:30 AM
Pink tagged suspected sleeper CO: QSP-551 mossy green Ford utility van with black racks. Did not attempt to wake/contact.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/11/2022 3:00 PM
Contacted Chaz Nettleton, with a dog on the beach “Nova” a service dog. Explained the rationale, but also understanding of the Service dog designation/ duty. Nettleton was receptive and will keep Nova on leash while in NSNP in the future.
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Maintenance 6/11/2022 2:30 PM
FYI water fountain near Basalt high school is not fixed yet:(
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 6/11/2022 2:00 PM
Summer has started. Stein and Jaffee parking is slightly chaotic with boaters - improper parking but nothing appeared dangerous would like to see other rangers opinions on this issue. Lots of woody creek tavern bikers.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 6/11/2022 1:45 PM
Got a report of a moose “charging” some paddleboarders just above the take out. After further questioning, a cow was separated from her calf on the opposite side of the river. A paddler in the group “swung” their paddle in her direction and deterred her from coming closer. Based on the information it did not apprear to be charging but rather attempting to reunite with the calf. I informed the group of our suggested action- stopping, giving space and waiting- rather than swinging paddles at wildlife I responded and the bull, cow and calf had move into the back meadows. No additional reports of interactions only sightings from paddlers coming off.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 6/11/2022 10:30 AM
VWW. Verena Mallory trail. DOL Gary the wiemereimer idk spelling. Paul Geller owner lives on red mtn and hikes off leash everyday, never seen ranger. Dog has invisible leash and likes to smell. Suggested jaffee for off leash nature smelling and explain wildlife and mtn bike mixed use reasoning. May give fake information if caught again…explained fine etc.
8140 Lani White Trail Wildlife 6/11/2022 10:00 AM
Big bear on lani white headed towards HCT. Spoke to people nearby that asked what I was up to and was honest. One said their concierge told them there was no wildlife in Hc??? Shoulda asked hotel, yikes
8139 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 6/11/2022 10:00 AM
3 fishing license checks, all good. Water is still high so not too many other anglers out
8140 Lani White Trail Educational Contact 6/11/2022 9:45 AM
DOL? Owner of black lab puppy Bodie took off leash and put on post. Said their walk was short because bodie is learning to walk with leash. They continued towards smuggler w/o leash, unsure about that section of trail?
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/10/2022 3:30 PM
Pink tag, written warning for red Jeep Wrangler parked long term at the Stillwater bridge.
8139 Wheatley Gulch Illegal Camping 6/10/2022 12:15 PM
8138 and I pink tagged a tent on the cemetery side of the gulch. Gave 72 hours to clear and remove the camp. Left a new white sheet with resources as well.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/09/2022 4:00 PM
Educational contact for glass at the beach. They removed it.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 6/09/2022 1:45 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash in the road at Jaffee park. Leash given.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 6/09/2022 7:30 AM
Assisted newby boater with boat location and retrieval after individual swam and lost craft in Entrance Exam Rapid the evening before.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/07/2022 5:00 PM
PA for Andrew Rigby & Daniel Kraft for trespassing in NSNP near the paragliding flag. Fishing w spinrod w/o license, fishing prohibited. Kind, confused teens from Difficult Campground.
8140 James H. Smith Open Space Written Warning 6/06/2022 10:30 AM
Denise Lock Birding off trail in James H. Explained she was getting closer to a tree for a better look at a bird. I explained trespassing was strict for both safety and preservation of the preserve. I explained that we sometimes allow official groups with rangers to go off (she frequents OST/aces events) but not individuals. She asked about signage, but it is in small print on sign. She apologized and understood. I elected to give her a VWW and said it would be a ticket again.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/05/2022 5:00 PM
Contacted Stephanie Johnson for dog off leash in a closer in NSNP. Penalty assessment
1557 Parks Office Everything great 6/05/2022 4:45 PM
Collected data from all trail use counters. replaced batteries as needed.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 6/05/2022 12:45 PM
Contact with Justin Lupow for dog off leash on the upper Rio near stein park. Tried to leash and Jeep going. Was nicer after I gave stiff warning and explained code violation. Verbal written warning. Cite on next offense.
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Litter minimal 6/05/2022 12:30 PM
Contact made with 3 employees from the W . They were on lunch, and smoking, leaving cigarette butts on the ground beneath the bench. They picked up the butts and will endeavor to keep the area clean.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/05/2022 11:30 AM
Contact made with three separate parties. Dog off leash. All compliant.
8137 Jaffee Park Penalty Assessment 6/05/2022 11:00 AM
Contact with Naomi Pryzant for no valid fishing license. East contact very nice and apologetic. Penalty assessment
1557 Rio Grande Trail Campsite found/evicted 6/05/2022 10:45 AM
Red tagged a sleeping bag across from the Chamber building. 48 hrs. To remove.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Closure violation 6/04/2022 4:30 PM
4 early pullouts walking across preserve. HS grads, warning.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Followed-up on issue 6/04/2022 3:30 PM
1 amplified sound warning, 1 take-out/Put-In Education contact at beach
1555 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Found resource damage 6/01/2022 3:15 PM
I made contact with a cyclist who informed me that there were more trees down across the trail that connects Four Corners with Upper Plunge.
1555 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Found resource damage 6/01/2022 3:00 PM
Made contact with a group hiking down Upper Plunge from Sunnyside. I was informed there were more trees down on Upper Plunge and upper Sunnyside.
1555 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Found resource damage 6/01/2022 2:45 PM
Tree down across trail at the bottom of Upper Plunge Trail. I cleared the tree from the trail
1555 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Found resource damage 6/01/2022 2:15 PM
Tree down across trail on Hunter Valley South Trail. I cleared the tree from the trail.
1555 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Found resource damage 6/01/2022 2:00 PM
Tree down across trail on Hunter Valley South Trail.
1555 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Found resource damage 6/01/2022 1:45 PM
Tree down across trail on the Hunter Valley South Trail.
1555 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/01/2022 1:00 PM
Woman with a dog off leash on the Rio Grand trail just west of Herron Park. I educated the woman that a leash was required. The woman was gracious and complied.
1555 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 6/01/2022 12:45 PM
Cyclist passed me without notification. I educated the cyclist to announce their presence when passing.
1555 Smuggler Mountain Found resource damage 6/01/2022 11:30 AM
Tree down laying across upper Lollipop trail. I cleared the tree from the trail.
1555 Burlingame/Deer Hill Dog off leash - education contact 6/01/2022 9:45 AM
Woman with dog off leash on Burlingorge Trail. I educated the woman that a leash is required on the trail. The woman was gracious and complied.
1555 Burlingame/Deer Hill Found resource damage 6/01/2022 9:30 AM
Water erosion located on gravel pathway on the east side of Lower Promontory Park.
8135 Bull Pen Lot Patrol/Outreach 6/01/2022 9:30 AM
Pop-up camper trailer has been removed
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Wildlife 6/01/2022 8:30 AM
Parker Lathap reported a mom and two cubs out and about on the Rio near Jaffee. Nathalie put up some bear signage.
1555 Burlingame/Deer Hill Cyclist contact 6/01/2022 8:00 AM
Two cyclists passed me without notification. I educated the cyclists to announce their presence when passing.
8135 Bull Pen Lot Patrol/Outreach 5/31/2022 4:30 PM
Pink Tagged a camper trailer at the bull pen lot. No vehicle with it. OH/SZF 7965.
1555 Marolt Open Space Found resource damage 5/31/2022 3:45 PM
I removed two fallen tree trunks that were laying across the drainage ditch and ditch trail just south of the Music School Dorms.
1555 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/31/2022 3:30 PM
Woman with a dog off leash on the bike path. I educated that a leash was required on the bike path. The woman was very understanding and complied.
1555 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Cyclist contact 5/31/2022 3:15 PM
Cyclist passed me without notification. I educated the cyclist to announce their presence when passing.
8137 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Verbal Warning 5/31/2022 3:00 PM
Contact with Meagan Minyard for dog off leash on the basalt-mass trail. Verbal warning.
8137 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Verbal Warning 5/31/2022 3:00 PM
Contact with Carlie Stutsman for dog off leash on the Basalt mass trail. Lives in Holland Hills. Verbal warning.
1555 Cemetery Lane Trail Cyclist contact 5/31/2022 1:45 PM
Cyclist passed me without notification. I educated the cyclist to announce their presence when passing.
1555 Cemetery Lane Trail Cyclist contact 5/31/2022 1:30 PM
Cyclist passed me without notification. I educated the cyclist to announce their presence when passing.
1555 Stein/Red Butte Park Cyclist contact 5/31/2022 1:15 PM
Group of bikers were stopped and chatting in the middle of the trail at the juction of Rio Grand Trail and Cemetery Lane Trail. I educated the group to move off the trail. The group was friendly and complied.
1555 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Dog off leash - education contact 5/31/2022 10:30 AM
Couple with two dogs off leash. I educated that leashes were required in this area. The couple complied graciously.
8140 Lazy Glen Open Space Wildlife 5/30/2022 4:00 PM
Fun nature spotting day. Osprey have built a nest across lazy glen on the other side of 82 on a telephone pole. Watched with Cooper and Page for a bit. If anyone sees two large white swan looking birds, try to capture a pic! Its a bird mystery...
1555 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/30/2022 3:15 PM
Couple with dog off leash. I educated that a leash is required at Herron Park. The couple complied graciously.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 5/30/2022 3:15 PM
Contact with Lynne Whipple for dog off leash on the upper Rio at mm41.5. Family does not agree with wildlife rationale. Second contact. Verbal written warning.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Penalty Assessment 5/30/2022 3:15 PM
Contact with Candace Whipple for dog off leash on the Upper Rio at mm 41.5. Several previous warnings, penalty assessment.
1555 Rio Grande Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/30/2022 2:45 PM
Couple with two dogs off leash heading into the field from the path. I educated that leashes are required on the trail.
1555 Rio Grande Trail Found resource damage 5/30/2022 1:15 PM
Tree down across trail at mile 37.8. I moved the tree off the trail.
1555 Burlingame/Deer Hill Dog off leash - education contact 5/30/2022 12:30 PM
Lower Promontory Park. Couple with dog off leash. I educated that a leash was required on the park trail. The couple complied graciously.
1555 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/30/2022 11:00 AM
John Denver Trail. Woman with dog off leash. I educated that a leash was required on the trail. The woman complied graciously.
1555 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/30/2022 10:45 AM
Oklahoma Flats Trail. Man with dog trailing leash. I educated that a leash was required. The man complied graciously.
1555 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/30/2022 10:30 AM
Woman with dog off leash. I educated that a leash is required at Herron Park. The woman was upset. I educated, and the woman complied graciously
1555 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/30/2022 9:45 AM
Family with dog off leash. I educated that a leash is required for East of Aspen Trail. Family complied graciously.
1555 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 5/30/2022 9:00 AM
Man with dog off leash. I educated that a leash is required on ABC Trail. The man complied graciously.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 5/30/2022 8:45 AM
SO Ticket for CO: ADX-169. Overnight parking. Vehicle is repeat offender, owner lives in apartments next to Smuggler lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 5/30/2022 8:45 AM
Pink tag, written warning for CO: BMB-A63, silver KIA Sorento. parked overnight in the Smuggler parking lot. Covered in snow, first offense.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 5/30/2022 8:45 AM
Pink tag, written warning for CO: OWL-294, black Subaru Impreza parked overnight in the Smuggler parking lot. covered in snow, first offense.
8137 Sunnyside Trail Verbal Warning 5/30/2022 8:00 AM
Contact with Colton Restau for overnight camping in the Sunnyside parking lot. White short bus converted camper CO: VDO-058. verbal warning. Lot is not signed.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 5/29/2022 2:00 PM
Placed leash dog and e bike etiquette sign near Stein park.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/29/2022 12:30 PM
Moose in the area signs at James H Smith and other side of north gate bridge
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/29/2022 10:30 AM
Contact with Scott Lasser for dog off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Explained wildlife rationale. Verbal warning.
8135 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 5/29/2022 9:00 AM
Contacted Tristan Kurer-Ahrens of Aspen in his blue sprinter van (CO/ATE-M70) at Jaffee park with 10 and 8138. Tristan had been reported as camping overnight from 58 earlier in the morning. After a conversation with Tristan, I elected to give him a WW and notified him that he would receive a ticket the next time he camped on Open Space.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/28/2022 4:00 PM
Educational contact for fishermen using worms from Stillwater bridge. Said they spoke to a ranger yesterday. Valid licenses, gave info on better places to fish.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 5/28/2022 4:00 PM
Posted e bike etiquette sign at Rio and puppy smith.
8137 Jaffee Park Penalty Assessment 5/28/2022 12:45 PM
Contact with Jason Tie owner of Aspenglow Angling for failing to have a valid permit. Was guiding commercial clients and has not yet recived an official OST permit. Penalty Assessment.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/28/2022 11:30 AM
Stu Bohart had his dog off leash on the Hunter creek trail. He did know the regulations but thought it started at the first bridge. I explained where on the trail dogs are required to be leashed. He was nice & compliant. First offense
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/28/2022 11:15 AM
Merinya Hucks had her dog off leash on the Hunter creek trail. I explained to her dogs are required to be leashed on this part of the trail and she apologized saying she had forgotten and wanted me to repeat where she could and couldn’t have her dog off leash. Very nice & compliant
8136 Prince of Peace Parking Area Parking 5/28/2022 11:00 AM
Pink tag black trailer CO BKG-I35.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/28/2022 11:00 AM
Jason Suazo had his dog off leash on the Hunter creek trail. When I talked to him he was compliant and said he knew the regulations. Did not want to disclose any personal information to me other than his name. First offense
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/28/2022 10:45 AM
Natalie Thompson had her dog off leash on the Hunter creek trail but once she saw me immediately put her dog on a leash. I thanked her for putting her dog on a leash and reminded her where on the trail her dog must be leashed. I believe first offense
8137 Glassier Open Space Written Warning 5/28/2022 10:00 AM
Contact with Lauren Kravitz for dog in a closure at Glassier OS. Admitted to walking dog at Glassier twice before. Penalty assessment.Reduced to WW - RN
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/27/2022 12:30 PM
James Lochridge below Benedict bridge. First contact. VW
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 5/26/2022 3:30 PM
Contact with Jennifer Alberto for trespassing on the South side of the NS Nature Preserve. Needed a restroom. Explained regs. Verbal warning.
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 5/26/2022 12:30 PM
Fishing license check, was expired. Fisher was unaware and embarrassed. Not actively fishing, left to purchase new license.
8137 Jaffee Park Written Warning 5/26/2022 12:00 PM
Pink tag for CO: Yelodog, parked in the road at Jaffee. Wanted shade for her dog. Written warning.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/25/2022 2:00 PM
DOL with Reese Leonard near Verena Mallory. First contact. VW
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 5/25/2022 9:30 AM
Contact project manager Jeff regarding reports of construction material being thrown into city trash cans in front of downtown city market. Problem resolved.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/24/2022 1:00 PM
Contact made with 2 . DOL.
8138 Crystal River Valley Counters 5/24/2022 11:30 AM
Changed Wilden properties SD camera card
8138 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 5/24/2022 11:30 AM
Picked up trash
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 5/23/2022 4:15 PM
Radio monitored SAR at crown
8138 Jaffee Park Signage 5/23/2022 3:00 PM
Posted temporary sandwich board with rainbow poop sign on it
8137 Glassier Open Space Signage 5/23/2022 2:00 PM
Posted temporary sandwich board with directions at Glassier
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 5/23/2022 2:00 PM
Fielded a complaint about large fishing groups at Phillips hillside. Recently. From one commercial outfitter about another commercial outfitter.
1557 Marolt Open Space Followed-up on issue 5/23/2022 11:30 AM
With 1555, Checked on camp gear marked on the 12th. It has been removed.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/23/2022 10:30 AM
Contact with Will Dolan for dogs off leash on the upper Rio grande. Explained wildlife rationale. Verbal warning
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Double w/other officer 5/23/2022 9:15 AM
Working with APD / CRO’s and 1556 . Bike Rodeo for 3rd. graders.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/22/2022 10:15 AM
Contact with John Deckler of Basalt fir dog off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Had an OST leash. Friendly compliant, verbal warning.
8139 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 5/19/2022 11:00 AM
Checked fishing licenses. Guide was stoked for us to be checking more regularly
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/18/2022 4:00 PM
Issued Mitchell Krause a WW for entering a closure walking across the meadow near the take out. Genuinely apologetic and receptive to the rationale of the closure. “First time floating, running late for work” standard reasons. Explained that future violations will result in a PA. I will put out the No Access signs in that area tomorrow to prevent others from doing the same.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Counters 5/18/2022 12:00 PM
Batteries in all sky mtn park counters— air, view, dead, seven and cozy. Checked brush and owl, they’re good.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Wildlife 5/17/2022 2:00 PM
Received a wildlife call from dispatch for a moose on EOA trail. UTL. We’ll get signs out this week.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 5/15/2022 5:15 PM
Contact with Lina Gonzales for trespassing in Sky Mountain Park. Penalty assessment
8137 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 5/15/2022 5:15 PM
Contact with Eduardo Arevalo for trespassing in Sky Mountain Park. Penalty assessment
8137 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 5/15/2022 5:00 PM
Contact with Chris Rockmora for trespassing in Sky Mountain Park. Penalty assessment.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 5/15/2022 5:00 PM
Contact with Pablo Alvarez for trespassing in Sky Mountain Park. Penalty assessment.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 5/15/2022 4:00 PM
Contact with Greg knezevich for dog off leash in the East of aspen trail. No leash on him. Gave leash, somewhat suspected dog was in river, but no proof. Friendly, compliant, verbal warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/15/2022 3:00 PM
Put out two sandwich boards with where to park signage. Both sides of highway at Stillwater takeout. Updated sign log.
8137 Jaffee Park Written Warning 5/15/2022 2:00 PM
Pink tag CO: HOO- 815, for parking in the turnaround by the porta potty at Jaffee park. Written warning.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/15/2022 1:30 PM
WW for CO/ADG-043 Gold VR-V for parking at the takeout.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/15/2022 1:30 PM
WW for CO/989-TEI Red XC90 Volvo for parking at the takeout.
1559 ABC/BurlingameTrail Issued verbal warning 5/15/2022 9:15 AM
Contacted Joel Lee, on Annie Mitchell Spur trail. Joel received a citation 6 years ago from Pryce. I “updated” him with a verbal. Will likely be off leash again. Citation next time.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/14/2022 2:30 PM
Received call from Susan Ray 303-278-8005 regarding water fountain at Basalt High School. RP stated the water would not turn off. I checked on it and it seemed to be working fine.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/12/2022 5:45 PM
4 aspen high schoolers playing music at takeout while jumping off bridge. Exchanged some tude and reminded them rules apply all year. Should’ve taken down information but the whole minor thing psyched me out. After school patrols recommended.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/12/2022 5:15 PM
Watched a male carry a bike past the Viewline Gate. The male stopped, contemplated, and turned around and did the right thing.
8140 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 5/12/2022 5:15 PM
DOL I’m CoA Be ast if Aspen. Woman on bike at takeout told me there was a lone husky on the trail. I walked passed the second bridge and found the husky with a man walking another dog on leash following behind. I told him leashes were required due to the wildlife and moose in the area. He didn’t claim the dog and said it was taking a scenic walk alongside them. I had already given him the leash and told him to leash the dog so this was weird. I watched husky chase a duck in a pond. I reiterated it must be on leash and if they were continuing towards North Star, we had extra dog regulations. Very odd contact, wish I got info but was kinda creeped out
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/12/2022 2:15 PM
DOL with Jordan Laughren near driveway crossing upper HC Trail.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/12/2022 1:15 PM
DOL with Karen Kelly near Benedict Bridge. Started telling me her phone number was 970... Then, "I don't have a phone".
1555 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Campsite found/evicted 5/12/2022 11:15 AM
Campsite red tagged, between basketball court and recycling center, 48 hours eviction notice given.
1555 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Campsite found/evicted 5/12/2022 11:15 AM
Campsite red tagged, between basketball court and recycling center, 48 hours eviction notice given.
1556 Stein/Red Butte Park Campsite found/evicted 5/12/2022 7:30 AM
Green van with trailer was parked at Stein Park over night. Contacted with sheriff and explained illegality of camping at our parks. Issued a verbal warning. License plate CO: AQN-I82
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/10/2022 5:15 PM
Pink tag written warning for TX: PSL-4729, black Mazda for parking I’m loading zone at Stillwater takeout.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/10/2022 5:15 PM
Pink tag written warning for CO: BDS-074, silver Toyota Highlander. Parked in loading zone at Stillwater bridge.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/10/2022 5:15 PM
Pink tag written warning for CO: ATE-053, silver BMW parked at Stillwater takeout unloading zone.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/10/2022 5:00 PM
Put up the 10min loading sign up at wildwood. Still needs pink whiskers. Might want to change angle at takeout or add a west facing loading only sign
1555 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 5/10/2022 5:00 PM
Man biking with dog off leash. I instructed that dogs need to be leashed on all paths in town.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/10/2022 4:00 PM
Pink tagged marsh man CO: 420-SRT blue Honda Ridgeline for parking at takeout
8140 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Maintenance 5/10/2022 4:00 PM
Smuggler and BTS are rideable and clear of snow and trees. Hunter creek cutoff still has some snow, mud, and one pretty gnarly stack of three fallen trees we’ll get a team to attack later. Upper lollipop from smuggler is impassable to bikes with snow and some messy trees down, as snow melts we’ll be back to clear those trees. 10th mtn still had some snow patches
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 5/10/2022 12:00 PM
Pink tag, written warning for dark blue VW CO: VCM-596, parked at the take out at Stillwater, in loading zone.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 5/08/2022 9:30 AM
20+ people biking or running up to closed Viewline TH over the course of a few hours. No trespass withnessed.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Educational Contact 5/07/2022 5:00 PM
Fishing license check x3. All good.
8137 Prince of Peace Parking Area Trash 5/01/2022 11:45 AM
Removed 4 pallets dumped at the prince of peace lot.
8137 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 5/01/2022 9:45 AM
Responded to a sleeper call at Jaffee park. 76 and 10 responded. Group was sketchy. Hope we don’t see them again. Will send text pic of vehicles.
8137 Wheatley Gulch Closed Area 5/01/2022 8:00 AM
Opened Wheatley gulch, Wheatley beach to dogs on leash, dart to dogs on leash, and red canyon trail.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/30/2022 9:30 PM
Opened glassier
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 4/30/2022 9:30 PM
Opened Red Wind and Tarr.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 4/30/2022 5:45 PM
Responded to a SAR with 12 and MRA. A male in his 60s fell down a steep section slightly off trail to the river bed. It took us a long time to find him. MRA took patient care and I evacuated his child to AVH.
8137 Bull Pen Lot Parking 4/30/2022 2:30 PM
Responded to a call from dispatch for a parking complaint at prince creek rd. Cars overflowing out of the lot. Made several educational contacts and placed two sandwich boards with town to crown messaging. B
8137 Bull Pen Lot Patrol/Outreach 4/29/2022 2:30 PM
Moved along a large camper RV taking up several parking spots in Bull pen lot. Was about to outreach, but they drove off. Good timing, lot was getting busy bb
8140 City of Aspen Open Space Trails 4/26/2022 8:00 AM
Spooky bloody left foot prints on marolt trail going to hospital . Followed to apartment in marolt. Alerted city rangers of affected trail section. Believe 129 was on follow up in area.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 4/25/2022 4:30 PM
DOL on lower HC literally right behind the second sign. Golden doodle looking dog, owner had red “service dog” leash around chest. Told reg and she immediately walked away, I’m rusty
8135 Sky Mountain Park Written Warning 4/24/2022 5:00 PM
Contacted Alexander Gordon of Snowmass for fishing in a closed area near ditchline. I noticed he had parked on the pull-off with no signage and did not pass any signs to get to where he was. After talking it was clear this was a mistake and he would not be doing it again. WW.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 4/23/2022 4:00 PM
South Gate sign feel into river. Fortunately it got caught and didn’t go too far downstream. I fished it out and stashed it near the original location at the out-in. Notified maintenance crew.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 4/23/2022 1:00 PM
Zipped multiple down trees on HCT. I ran out of saw juice so there is one tree left to cut below upper driveway crossing.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 4/23/2022 10:00 AM
Mountain lion reported last night to SO near observation deck. I posted a lion sandwich board at the base of smuggler. I had to use the leash dog board from East of Aspen. Sign log updated.
8140 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/22/2022 11:00 AM
2 cars, 4 people. little trash. The pools are pretty washed out. Sheep were chilling
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 4/21/2022 4:30 PM
Put up "voluntary closure" sign at wildwood and "floating not advised, early conditions" sign up at South Gate. both near kiosks.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 4/21/2022 4:30 PM
Put up "voluntary closure" sign at wildwood and "floating not advised, early conditions" sign up at South Gate. both near kiosks.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 4/21/2022 4:30 PM
Pink tagged CO: AQN-K38 white Nissan Xterra for parking in takeout just before bridge. Someone else wrote on window “no parking duh”
8140 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/20/2022 12:15 PM
3 cars, 6 people. almost no trash!
8140 Wheatley Beach Educational Contact 4/19/2022 4:30 PM
Two fisherman with a dog, “this isn’t a dog, it’s Buck”. Explained seasonal closure of dogs due to wildlife. Understood, apologetic. Showed them map and chatted about the corridor.
8140 Lazy Glen Open Space Signage 4/19/2022 3:30 PM
Moved “leash your dog” sign from Shady Ln to just passed Lazy Glen Bridge
8140 Lazy Glen Open Space Signage 4/19/2022 3:30 PM
Noticed there is no dog related icon on bridge sign. Thoughts?
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Patrol/Outreach 4/18/2022 9:00 AM
Grace-Shehi open for the season
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 4/17/2022 1:00 PM
Contact with Erin Young for dog off leash in the Hunter Creek Trail. First contact, used talking points from recent wildlife article. Verbal warning.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/17/2022 11:00 AM
Contact with Riley Warwick for dog off leash on the upper Rio. Explained wildlife rationale, verbal warning.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 4/17/2022 8:45 AM
Pink tag for CO: AED-303, dark grey Toyota Tacoma for overnight parking at the Smuggler parking lot. Written warning.
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 4/16/2022 3:00 PM
4 fishing license checks. All in compliance.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 4/16/2022 2:00 PM
Contacted Kendra with dog on leash but not held near the river. Reminded to use leash once back on the trail. Fielded questions about wildlife.
8137 Bull Pen Lot Signage 4/16/2022 12:00 PM
Pulled the mud warning sign from Prince creek trail. Trail conditions were dry.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/16/2022 11:00 AM
8 people, 4 cars, 1 dog relocated to vehicle. Lots of trash, most stashed in porta potty building. Three bags removed. So frustrating.
8137 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Closed Area 4/15/2022 2:00 PM
Checked Grace-Shehi for mud. It’s still soft and muddy!
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/14/2022 2:00 PM
One small dog brought back to vehicle. Removed microtrash stashed in the porta shelter.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 4/14/2022 12:00 PM
Both new bikes are setup and ready to ride. I'll get the Chameleons dialed in shortly.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 4/11/2022 10:30 AM
First contact with Christina Wilmerding in Jaffee park road for dog off leash. She said, but no one is here. I explained regs don’t change when no cars are present. She proceeded up Jaffee liaison with dog off leash. Second contact on upper Rio above Steven’s St. again exclaimed but no one is here, I explained wildlife rationale. Verbal written warning. Cite on next offense. Not friendly or willing to comply.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Verbal Warning 4/11/2022 8:45 AM
Verbal warning given to owner of white dodge promaster van. CO: ALR-D81. Suspected sleeper. Cite on next offense
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 4/11/2022 8:30 AM
SO ticket for silver VW atlas parked overnight in the Smuggler parking lot. CO: BDS-J02.
8137 Glassier Open Space Signage 4/10/2022 3:00 PM
Put out a second nature wildlife sign at top of Glassier road by yellow rope
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/10/2022 9:45 AM
Contact with Ben Solamon of Telluride for dog off leash on the upper Rio. Explained wildlife rationale. Verbal warning.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 4/10/2022 8:45 AM
Pink tag written warning for black Chevy people mover, CO: NOMI4. Cite next offense
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 4/09/2022 10:30 AM
Responded to a call from dispatch for a loft dog on smuggler. List at 7am, 3/4 of the way up. Found dog on HC cut off. Had a stern talk with dog owner about voice and sight control.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 4/08/2022 1:30 PM
Contact with Emily Bolton for commercial photo shoot in the North Star Nature Preserve. Wedding shoot. No permit, and in preserve. Penalty assessment.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 4/06/2022 11:45 AM
Observed a drone flying over the neighborhood west of NSNP. I could not locate who was flying it, it did appear to fly over the preserve at one point. I think it was coming from one of the homes.
8135 Red Wind Point Patrol/Outreach 4/06/2022 9:45 AM
Noticed fresh footprints in the mud going into the closure.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 4/06/2022 9:00 AM
Contacted a man in a pull-behind ameri-lite camper that was connected to a blue Nissan Titan truck. He said he had just pulled in and was not camping. He goes by the name "bubba-leaf". He is an interesting character. If he is there overnight do not approach alone - get SO.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Wildlife 3/28/2022 3:00 PM
Noticed a frank deer caught in the Grange fence west of BHS. Tried all numbers for Granges. Passed along to Ted and Bill. Who said they would take care of it.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Written Warning 3/28/2022 1:45 PM
Contact with Cheryl Sovich for 4 dogs off leash on the Rio grande trail near mm33. Opted for warning because last contact was 13 years ago. Won’t leash dogs, and said she will not go on the Rio.
8137 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 3/28/2022 10:00 AM
Contact with John Bowen for dog off leash on the Lani White Trail. Leashed when he saw me. Then tried to leave by saying he had Covid and diarrhea. Verbal warning.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Penalty Assessment 3/28/2022 10:00 AM
Contacted John Anker of Denver and Ariel Graham of Denver for camping in filoha meadows with a fire. Anker was fined for fires prohibited, trespassing in a closed area, illegal camping, and wildlife harassment. Graham was given a WW for all accounts. See Report
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 3/27/2022 4:15 PM
Contact with Katelyn Mulcahy for dog in the preserve. Also walking on the groomed trail. Penalty assessment.
8137 Bull Pen Lot Signage 3/27/2022 11:45 AM
Put out the don’t ride when muddy sandwich board.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 3/27/2022 8:30 AM
SO ticket for CO: CHL-176, dark blue Jeep Cherokee. Parked overnight in the smuggler parking lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 3/27/2022 8:30 AM
Pink tag, written warning for white Toyota Tundra, CO: ODB-450. Front passenger tire is flat. May not be moved soon.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Signage 3/26/2022 5:00 PM
I moved the leash dog sandwich board from the Rio at Steven’s st to the east of Aspen.
8137 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 3/26/2022 4:15 PM
Contact with Craig Andersen for dogs not leashed in roadway. Showed current fishing license. Gave out two leashes. Verbal warning.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 3/26/2022 11:45 AM
Noticed possible injury from road at McClain flats rd and Rio. Injured e-biker. Left shoulder. First on scene. Called for ambi and took initial assessments. Added to log and see report.
8136 Crystal Trail Trails 3/25/2022 1:00 PM
Zipped four trees that had fallen and blocked the Crystal Trail at mm62.
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 3/25/2022 9:30 AM
Checked 5 fishing licenses at Jaffee parking lot. All dogs were on leash in the road. Picked up a fair amount of trash.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 3/25/2022 9:30 AM
Silver Subaru Forester. Suspected construction vehicle parked at North gate. CO:TUERCAS. Written warning for commercial parking. Lot is signed trail use parking only.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 3/25/2022 9:30 AM
Pink tag, written warning for dark green Chevy Silverado CO: AMW-J42, for suspected commercial use of the North gate lot. Lot is signed parking for trail users only.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 3/25/2022 9:00 AM
Contact with Michael Carlson for dog in the North Star nature preserve. He was also walking on the groomed trail with a friend. Warned for walking. Penalty assessment for the dog.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 3/23/2022 1:30 PM
Received a call from Wendy who reported multiple contractors parking in North Gate lot blocking trail user access. Pink tagged CO: ACQ-R47 and CO: YQA-497
8136 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 3/23/2022 1:00 PM
Chat with two groups in the parking area reminding them to leash dogs while in parkin area. Cooperative.
8135 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 3/23/2022 9:45 AM
Contacted Harry Wilmerding of Aspen for DOL in the parking area of Jaffee Park. First Contact. VW
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 3/23/2022 9:15 AM
A range rover pulled up next to me in the no parking zone in front of the no parking sign and began to get ready for a walk. I let him know he was unable to park there. He agreed then drove away and didn't go on a walk.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/21/2022 2:00 PM
I spotted the Penny Hot Springs "groper's" vehicle that deputies were looking for driving downtown Aspen and reported it to the deputies. The vehicle is a black and white old ford police car. Do not approach if you see this vehicle.(NM:BBCH21).
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 3/20/2022 3:00 PM
Responded to voicemail about dog off leash in Jaffee roadway and car parked in the roundabout. Silver range rover with Florida plates. A guy with a grey Weimaraner. Was very rude to the RP. We will eventually contact him, he is there often.
8137 Jaffee Park Signage 3/20/2022 2:30 PM
I put the “get the scoop” sandwich board at the Jaffee park trailhead.
1559 Rio Grande Park Followed-up on issue 3/20/2022 12:00 PM
Took complaint from Gene Pfeifer about ice on Jail Trail. Ice is gone now, until next year.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 3/20/2022 10:30 AM
Contact with Carrie Weinberg for two dogs off leash on the Hunter creek trail. Talked about wildlife rationale. Verbal warning.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/19/2022 2:00 PM
Contact with David Deyarmond for two dogs off leash on upper Rio by Stevens st. Lives at W/J. Aware of regs and said they are leashed %99 of the time. Verbal warning.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 3/19/2022 1:30 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash in the parking area at Jaffee.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 3/18/2022 3:30 PM
Educational contact for walkers on the Nordic track. I sent them back to theor vehicle walking on the outside off the tracks. Nordic has not groomed the EOA recently.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/18/2022 11:15 AM
3cars, 4people. Lots of trash. Will have to return with contractor bag.
8137 Prince of Peace Parking Area Parking 3/16/2022 3:30 PM
The blue Subaru has finally been removed from POP.
8137 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 3/14/2022 3:00 PM
Fishing permit check with Aspen outfitting and clients. All in compliance!
8137 Redstone Park Signage 3/14/2022 1:00 PM
Removed all notice signs from North Star and Redstone park. We now have a few sandwich boards available in the lockup up PW.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 3/14/2022 11:00 AM
Educated dog owner about leash law on the Rio grande trail. Moved the leash dog sandwich board to shady ln
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 3/14/2022 8:30 AM
Written warning for CO: FLMNHOT, silver Toyota Tacoma parked overnight in the Smuggler lot.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/13/2022 2:30 PM
Responded to a dispatch call about a dog off leash at mm 25.5 from Jerry. UTL due to a long response time. All other dogs were on leash.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 3/13/2022 10:30 AM
Responded to possible new deer carcass on Rio above Stein park. Looked to be older carcass. Removed from trail. Placed lion in area sign at Stein park.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Educational Contact 3/12/2022 4:30 PM
Dog off leash contact made from the ranger truck across from Phillips hill.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 3/12/2022 10:00 AM
Investigated snowboard tracks in the radar cut on sky mountain park. Looks to be three old tracks probably after the last snowstorm.
8137 Wheatley Beach Patrol/Outreach 3/11/2022 3:30 PM
Attempted to contact a large fishing group at Wheatley beach, by the time I found a parking spot and walked back to the beach entrance, they had all rolled out. Biggest group of fishers I’ve ever seen at Wheatley. Seemed fishy.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 3/11/2022 9:30 AM
Placed a moose in the area sign at the base of smuggler road at kiosk. Three moose have left their sign all over the road. Calls about moose blocking road. Updated signs.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Patrol/Outreach 3/08/2022 8:00 AM
BOLO for Crown Vic or Chevy Impala, with Arizona or New Mexico license plates at Penny. Do not make contact with the individual. Pass along license plate information to the SO if a vehicle fits description.
8137 Prince of Peace Parking Area Parking 3/07/2022 2:00 PM
CO: AJB-P18 box trailer parked in prince of peace. Pink tagged for storage of property. Written warning.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 3/07/2022 9:30 AM
SO ticket for black Mercedes GLA250 CO:ADX-169. Covered in snow, parked overnight at the Smuggler parking lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 3/07/2022 9:30 AM
SO ticket for blue Toyota 4Runner CO: QUI-985, parked overnight in the Smuggler parking lot, covered in snow.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/06/2022 2:30 PM
7cars, 11 people. Lots of trash. Two dogs in cars. Two bathroom uses. The road sign has fallen down, I sent an email.
8137 Prince of Peace Parking Area Parking 3/06/2022 12:15 PM
Followed up about Subaru parked overnight at pop. Called SO for RO info. Called Sam Harvey. He claimed car was supposed to be with Shaun’s towing. He was mystified, said he would follow up. Sounds fishy.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 3/06/2022 9:30 AM
The dog off leash compliance was really bad on Sunday morning. I gave out several educational warnings.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 3/06/2022 9:00 AM
SO ticket for black Jeep Patriot parked overnight in the Smuggler parking lot. CO: 767-QCE.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 3/06/2022 9:00 AM
Written warning for silver VW Tiguan CO: temp 3940059, for overnight parking in the Smuggler parking lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 3/06/2022 9:00 AM
Written warning for dark blue GMC Denali fleet plate CO: 207-DQT, parked overnight in the Smuggler parking lot.
8137 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/05/2022 3:30 PM
Witnessed a trespass in progress, looked like a skier struggle long in deep snow from the bottom of brush creek trail. I parked at intercept and hoped to make contact. There was no sign of anyone when I got out of the underpass. I sort of suspected one of the panhandlers in the median because they were not there when I was investigating, and then rapidly left the area as I pulled over. Im stumped, hope the coyotes and deep snow deter any further trespasses.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 3/05/2022 2:30 PM
Moved the Ag dog sandwich board from Emma school house to wingo trailhead. Updated log.
8137 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 3/05/2022 11:30 AM
Commercial permit check with Aspen fly fishing. Hang tags were on vehicles, everyone had a fishing license. I did speak with a guide about the group size. Because there were 11 people. He said they were going to beak off in smaller groups. As I was writing this up they all loaded up and left Jaffee park, which I thought was suspicious. When I was in contact with the group I never got the impression that they were just using Jaffee to stage???? I drove the river roads, but did not see them downriver. Strange???
8137 Prince of Peace Parking Area Written Warning 3/05/2022 9:30 AM
Blue Subaru CO: BDR-L65, parked overnight in the prince of peace lot. Obvious front drivers side damage, most likely not able to drive. Pink tag written warning.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 3/04/2022 4:00 PM
The Nissan Pathfinder has moved to the centennial side of the lot!
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/01/2022 4:30 PM
Received a call about a male with 2 DOL near Hunter Creek connector on RGT heading upvalley. Gone on arrival.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 3/01/2022 1:00 PM
Posted "Lion in Area" sandwich board near the Hunter Creek/ RGT map west of Shady Lane.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Educational Contact 3/01/2022 12:30 PM
Briefly spoke to a male with two small DOL at intersection of Lower River Rd and RGT. I was in my vehicle and requested leashing dogs.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 2/28/2022 4:00 PM
Contact with Kat Fhering for dog off leash EOA trail. Friends dog. Verbal warning.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Ticket Follow-up 2/28/2022 12:15 PM
Requested RO info from SO for Pathfinder still parked in the Smuggler lot. CO: DHG-519. Came back to John Charles Crosby who lives at 1139 Vine st. phone number 3032632789. I called phone, it was off and no voicemail set up. I went by address, with no answer. Lets try to make contact instead of writing tickets everyday.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 2/28/2022 10:15 AM
Educational contact for dog off leash in the Jaffee road.
8137 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 2/27/2022 4:00 PM
Contact with Pearson Roberts for dog off leash in the Jaffee parking area. Leash was in car. Also checked for his fishing license. He was unable to show me the current copy, but seemed adamant that he bought it, but never received the paper copy. I decided to give him a warning, but we had a long chat about all the things. Issue citation for future violations.
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 2/27/2022 4:00 PM
Fishing permit check x2 all good.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 2/27/2022 3:45 PM
Educational contact for man and woman with two dogs off leash in the Jaffee road. They claimed it was their first time at Jaffee. I elected for education and outreach. They had a lot of good questions.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 2/27/2022 3:45 PM
Educational contact for man and woman with two dogs off leash in the Jaffee road. They claimed it was their first time at Jaffee. I elected for education and outreach. They had a lot of good questions.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 2/27/2022 10:45 AM
Contact with Scott Heitmann for dog off leash on the upper Rio mm 41.5. Chatted about wildlife rationale. Offered other off leash area such as Bernese Blvd on golf course. Verbal warning.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 2/27/2022 8:45 AM
SO ticket black Jeep Wrangler CO: ANV-E37. Overnight in the Smuggler parking lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 2/27/2022 8:30 AM
SO ticket for beige Nissan Pathfinder parked overnight again in the Smuggler Parking lot. CO: DHG-519
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 2/26/2022 2:30 PM
educational contact for two women walking with dog off leash educated from a distance, they were on trail down to Jaffee, and I was on the Rio.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 2/26/2022 10:15 AM
SO ticket for beige Nissan Pathfinder for clearly parking overnight possibly multiple days in the Smuggler parking lot. Co: DHG-519
8137 Prince of Peace Parking Area Written Warning 2/26/2022 8:45 AM
pint tag written warning for old red Nissan truck for overnight parking in the prince of peace lot. CO: 634-FTC.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 2/25/2022 4:30 PM
Complaint of dog waste on SMR. Relocated "Get the Scoop" signage from PCR to SMR.
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Ticket Follow-up 2/25/2022 1:00 PM
Delivered tickets to SO.
8136 Emma Trail Accident/Rescue 2/25/2022 9:00 AM
UPS truck drove off 82 W and landed near wildlife underpass adjacent to Emma Trail. No trail damage. Requested accident report from CS Patrol in case of unseen damages.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 2/22/2022 1:30 PM
Contact with Ashley Perl for dog off leash on the Rio grande trail at mm 40. Confused by Nordic regs and signs. Good contact, agrees with wildlife rationale, new employee of the county. Verbal warning.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 2/22/2022 8:30 AM
Written warning for beige Nissan Pathfinder parked overnight in the Smuggler parking lot. Covered in snow. First warning. CO: DHG-519
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 2/22/2022 8:30 AM
Written warning for dark blue Toyota RAV4 CO: temp 3864104, overnight in the Smuggler parking lot. Pink tag .
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 2/22/2022 8:00 AM
SO ticket for black Jeep Wrangler CO: ANV-E37. Did not move since ticket the day before. Overnight parking in the Smuggler lot.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 2/21/2022 4:15 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash at Hunter and Rio intersection.
8137 Windstar Conservation Easement Educational Contact 2/21/2022 2:45 PM
Educational contact for walker about to take his dog in windstar. I read the sign and educated the individual. He was a new resident in the area, appreciated the warning.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 2/21/2022 7:45 AM
SO ticket for black Jeep CO:ANV-E37. Parked overnight at Smuggler parking lot.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 2/20/2022 2:45 PM
Contact with Vivian Williams for dog off leash in the driveway section. Knows regs, needs practice with leash and skis. Good conversation. Verbal warning.
8136 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 2/19/2022 3:30 PM
Assisted SO law group with closing HW82 at the entrance to the canyon West of Watson Divide.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 2/19/2022 1:45 PM
Contact with Chuck Alexander for dog off leash on the EOA trail. Verbal warning.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 2/19/2022 10:30 AM
5 cars, 7 people. Minimal trash, graffiti cleaned off potty!
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 2/18/2022 3:30 PM
Contact with Max Olson for dog off leash on the basalt mass trail. Unaware of regulation in winter. Explained wildlife rationale. Compliant, verbal warning.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Written Warning 2/18/2022 2:45 PM
Contact with Andre Schweiger for dog off leash near Rio and basalt mass. Leashed as I approached. Good conversation for wildlife rationale, he understand regs, but disagrees for winter time. Verbal written warning, ticket next offense.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 2/18/2022 2:30 PM
DOL with Maggie Goldstein running on the Nordic Track in closure.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Patrol/Outreach 2/15/2022 3:00 PM
Contacted Erick Aaononsen after receiving a call from dispatch for construction material on EOA trail. Erick is the PM working for Brikor construction and claimed he has an easement and can be working on the trail. Their pipes froze and they had to acces the pipe at the trail. I took photos and sent them to com dev to check on this. He is not to obstruct the trail while I am looking into it.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Written Warning 2/15/2022 1:00 PM
Left a written warning for Temp plate CO/3892609 black Range Rover for parking at the upper closed parking area. It was surprisingly out of the way and not blocking - signage not visible.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 2/14/2022 2:00 PM
Contact with Amy Harmon for two doodles off leash on the Rio near woody creek. Confused about regulations, explained wildlife rationale, verbal warning.
8137 Avalanche Creek/Tarr OS Closed Area 2/14/2022 12:15 PM
Checked parking area at Tarr. There are tracks, not new. Clear trespassing.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 2/14/2022 12:00 PM
7 cars, 14people. Lots of discarded clothes items. Cpw was there doing a study on the bighorn sheep.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 2/13/2022 5:00 PM
Moved the leash dog sandwich board from lazy Glen to the junction of the Rio and Jaffee liason, because of bad dog on leash compliance.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/13/2022 5:00 PM
Spotted two dogs at large on the Rio at Stevens st. I was unable to catch them or contact owners, who likely live nearby. Large yellow mix, and small black and brown dog.
8137 Avalanche Creek/Tarr OS Closed Area 2/13/2022 2:00 PM
Took a report of possible trespass at Tarr OS, on to FS closure. Took report from RP, determined most liky not OS property. Forwarded to FS.
8137 Dart Conservation Easement Signage 2/13/2022 1:45 PM
Replaced the stolen sign at dart dog closure.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 2/13/2022 12:00 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash on upper Rio. Skier told me he had seen the voice and sight control sign for Jaffee river trail. He leashed and carried on.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 2/13/2022 12:00 PM
Contact with Kevin Sommers for dog off leash on the upper Rio near Stevens st. Friendly compliant. Took two leashes to leash dog. Verbal warning.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 2/13/2022 11:45 AM
Contact with Heimata Rutgers for dog off leash on the upper Rio near 36.5. No leash on him, opted to carry dog, and obviously never reads signs. He's said he has been using the Rio his whole life. Verbal warning
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 2/13/2022 10:45 AM
Educational contact for 3 dog off leash in parking area.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 2/12/2022 2:15 PM
Two educational contacts for dogs off leash in parking area.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Ticket Follow-up 2/11/2022 3:30 PM
Levens submit to court.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Educational Contact 2/11/2022 2:00 PM
Contacted two women with 4 DOL in Arciero parking lot. They were quick to say, "we know! We aren't going on the trail, just the road".
8136 Chapparal Trail Ticket Follow-up 2/10/2022 12:00 PM
Testified in Olson trial. The court sided with OST. Olson ordered to pay the Penalty Assessment.
8137 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Maintenance 2/06/2022 1:00 PM
Cut a few small tree across trail. There are two more, larger not blocking. Between platform and 10th mtn trail.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 2/06/2022 8:00 AM
SO ticket for grey VW Atlas, CO: BDS-J02 for overnight parking. Covered in snow.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 2/06/2022 8:00 AM
Pint tag written warning for overnight parking in the smuggler parking lot. Older black Toyota 4Runner CO: 381-WHO. Previously warned once in June of 2021, opted for one more written warning.
8137 Perham Creek Trailhead Closed Area 2/05/2022 12:15 PM
Ski tracks entering Perham. I did not investigate further.
8137 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 2/05/2022 11:00 AM
New ski tracks coming from upper Brush creek trail. SMP trespass.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 2/05/2022 10:15 AM
Car parked in the road by Smuggler kiosk. Not aware that the lot was closed. Called in to SO by an employee at the mine. SO responded and we both gave the driver a stern warning. The mine employees would like us to put the sign back up and ticket.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 2/05/2022 8:00 AM
SO ticket for dark blue 4 runner parked overnight at Smuggler lot. CO: QUI-985. Third ticket
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 2/05/2022 8:00 AM
Black suburban CO: NOMI5 was parked overnight at Smuggler again, but was moved before I could issue a ticket.
8137 Moore Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/04/2022 4:30 PM
Witnessed two e bikes going across the Moore. Possibly school students accessing the private residences. I as unable to contact, they were throttling.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Mutual Aid 2/04/2022 3:00 PM
SO responded to vehicle stuck 1.5 miles up Smuggler. Asked for my assistance if I was up there, which I was not. Ended up not being 1.5 miles up.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 2/04/2022 11:00 AM
I Investigated the trespass reported by Kravitz on Thursday 2/3. It was pretty obvious ski tracks that lead through the back of the meadow. While investigating on HOA property, I got to speak to Tom Bernard, who has seen three different groups of skiers who “ got lost” off walshes. I gave Tom our office number, so he can call rangers for future infractions. I followed up with Kravitz as well.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 1/30/2022 4:30 PM
Contact with Ric Ravier for dog off leash on the driveway section of the Rio, right after I saw several elk on the trail. They had an e leash. Visiting from out of town for several months. Good contact, gave leash and explained on and off leash areas. Verbal warning
8137 Wheatley Gulch Patrol/Outreach 1/30/2022 3:00 PM
Spoke with down valley Jerry, he wanted to let me know of a possible trespass at Wheatley gulch. I investigated… hard to tell. He also asked about a dol he called in on Friday on the Rio at mm32.5. Did anyone hear this call?
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/30/2022 1:00 PM
Two people with two dogs off leash in driveway section. By the time I parked and got my skis on I was UTC.
8135 Red Wind Point Patrol/Outreach 1/30/2022 9:00 AM
There are footprints going into the RWP closure from the neighborhood. Let's change out the SD card and try to get this person before they continue to do so all winter.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 1/30/2022 8:45 AM
Written warning for black Ford F-150 CO: CFK-L03, for overnight parking in Smuggler parking lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 1/30/2022 8:30 AM
SO ticket for CO: AED-232 VW Touareg for overnight parking at the Smuggler parking lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 1/30/2022 8:30 AM
Written warning pink tag for CO: BDR-V98 white Toyota RAV4. Parked overnight in the Smuggler parking lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 1/30/2022 8:30 AM
Written warning pink tag for CO: BDS-F18, black Toyota 4Runner for overnight parking at Smuggler parking lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 1/30/2022 8:30 AM
Written warning for NOMI limo CO: NOMI9, black Chevy Suburban. Parked overnight at Smuggler parking lot. All future NOMI limos should be issued a ticket.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 1/30/2022 8:15 AM
SO ticket for CO: ADX-448 Mercedes C300 parked overnight. Had not moved in two days.
8137 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 1/29/2022 3:30 PM
Commercial permit check with Wild Willow outfitters. They could have been more organized… ie, permits in cars and not on person. Also need to follow up with owner Preston Mckelvey about a photo shoot near Jaffee park.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/29/2022 12:00 PM
12people, 4 cars, lots of trash and three dog poops near the springs.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/28/2022 2:30 PM
Cleared down tree near upper driveway and another on cutoff.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Educational Contact 1/27/2022 6:00 PM
UTC male with 2 DOL skiing rio near the LG Barn. Asked to leash dogs from a distance. Compliant.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 1/27/2022 1:00 PM
Public notice signs posted at South and North Gate
8135 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 1/26/2022 7:30 AM
Put up a public notice sign for Carly at Redstone Park. Used our last black sandwich board.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 1/26/2022 7:00 AM
Checked for campers first thing in the morning, it was clear. Put up new parking area sign.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/25/2022 1:00 PM
Two walkers. Very slow day everywhere.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 1/25/2022 10:00 AM
Kicked out two separate dogs and cleaned up parking area
8137 City of Aspen Open Space Nordic 1/23/2022 3:30 PM
Monitored a call for a car stuck on the Nordic track near the community garden. I think they are going to ask for more help tomorrow
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/23/2022 1:30 PM
Educational contact for two women walking on the Nordic track at NS. Luckily the groomer came right after they exited. Overall I do think the news signs are helping.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/22/2022 3:00 PM
Educational contact with two mom whose kids were playing in the little hills at the west end of the NS Nordic. Explained travel off trail was prohibited. On my second lap around I had to educate them about walking on the Nordic track because one of the kids ski was not working.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/22/2022 12:45 PM
20 people, 11cars. Medium trash. Path to springs was melted. No potty users, big horns up the river a few hundred yards.
8137 Bull Pen Lot Signage 1/22/2022 11:30 AM
Put up the get the scoop sandwich board in the bull pen lot. Per complaint. Would have stayed to do outreach but there was no one there. Also noticed someone stole our no overnight parking sign.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 1/22/2022 8:30 AM
Pint tagged Silver Kia Sorento CO : MT-TOM for overnight parking at the smuggler parking lot. Written warning.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 1/22/2022 8:30 AM
Pink tagged black Jeep CO: 767-QCE for overnight parking at Smuggler parking lot, written warning.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Patrol/Outreach 1/22/2022 8:30 AM
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 1/22/2022 8:30 AM
SO ticket for black Mercedes CO: ADX-169 for overnight parking at Smuggler Parking lot.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Verbal Warning 1/21/2022 3:15 PM
Contact with Gregor Kolpus for DOL on the lower Rio at mm 25.5. I gave him an educational contact near BHS two weeks ago. But he was still confused about the regulations. We had a long chat, and I think he is more on board with the wildlife rationale. Verbal warning.
8137 Wheatley Gulch Signage 1/21/2022 1:30 PM
I put up a property closed behind this sign on the fence near the Wheatley gulch trail and Rio. Hopefully this helps deter Nordic wanderers, if not we can add rope.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 1/21/2022 1:00 PM
Educational contact with a woman and dog with leash on, but not being held. Woman threw a ball for dog in parking area. I explained regs, and she was not friendly. Watched her go up the liaison trail towards Rio, with DOL.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Educational Contact 1/21/2022 11:45 AM
Male with medium brown DOL in parking area. Reminded of dog regulations on RGT. Did not seem prepared to ski with a dog on leash. Compliant. Will check down trail.
8136 Wheatley Gulch Nordic 1/20/2022 4:00 PM
Multiple Nordic tracks across ag field. Let’s as signage. Property Closed Behind This Sign.
8136 Prince Creek Trail Signage 1/20/2022 12:00 PM
Checked for dog waste along PCT due to email complaint. I suspect it’s worse above Handy Dr but still not pristine on OST portion. Will add sandwich board to encourage removing dog waste etc.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Followed-up on issue 1/19/2022 12:30 PM
walkers on trail
8136 Arciero Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 1/19/2022 11:30 AM
Gal with two dogs on leash walking on RGT headed upvalley past upvalley. I drove by and waited for her at Wheatley to remind of dog closure. Must have saw me and bailed back to arciero.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 1/19/2022 7:30 AM
1559 and I rescued a dog that was stranded on an island in the river near mm 41.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Patrol/Outreach 1/18/2022 3:00 PM
Assisted dispatch in locating a trail where a man was being attacked by a dog. Aspen officers responded.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/18/2022 2:00 PM
Checked three folks fishing license. All good.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/18/2022 12:00 PM
Contacted 5 people for walking or about to be walking on the Nordic trail.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 1/16/2022 1:30 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash on the upper Rio. Woman with black lab. I was cutting branches and she leashed and kept walking.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 1/16/2022 1:30 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash on the upper Rio. Woman with black lab. I was cutting branches and she leashed and kept walking.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/16/2022 1:00 PM
Very busy with a full tot. A lot of dogs on leash.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 1/16/2022 1:00 PM
Contact with Mark Patterson for dog off leash on the Rio grande trail at at skull rock. Friendly and complied. Explained wildlife rationale. Verbal warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/16/2022 12:15 PM
An older man with two gold labs off leash law me driving up to BHS. I had to drive a bit past the lot and turn around because it was full. By the time I was able to get to the area on foot he had rapidly travelled down the social path to the neighborhood. He was obviously avoiding me.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/16/2022 11:45 AM
Educational contact from the truck for a couple just walking with a dog from the EOA Trail on to the Nordic trail near Stillwater bridge. Told them where to walk dog on leash. Nice that Highway 82 is not crazy busy right now.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/16/2022 11:15 AM
Educational contact for walkers on the Nordic track at North Star. From out of town. Friendly, compliant.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 1/15/2022 1:15 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash on the EOA trail. Warned from Nordic so did not get name. Compliant.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 1/15/2022 12:45 PM
Contact with Jaime Levens for walking on the Nordic track with his dog off leash at North Star nature preserve. Penalty assessment
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 1/15/2022 8:45 AM
Looks like someone tried to drive down the Rio at the RR cars. How do those homeowners access their RR cars in the winter?
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Signage 1/14/2022 2:30 PM
RnB crushed their own barrels with plow. I removed our signage explaining winter season parking area closure.
8136 Bull Pen Lot Trash 1/14/2022 12:30 PM
Disposed of case of beer etc piled up near porta shelter.
8136 Coke Ovens Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/14/2022 12:00 PM
Unburied RAV4 with tourists who drove into a snowbank. Wrangled a team, dug, and pushed out to freedom.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 1/13/2022 3:00 PM
Multiple horse tracks went around the closure sign and up BCT nearly to the roundabout. Extended rope and added “Property Closed Behind this Sign” to supplement trail closed sign.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Educational Contact 1/12/2022 3:30 PM
Female hanging in parking area with small white DOL. Explained dogs must be leashed when she hits the trail. Saw her later and was compliant.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Educational Contact 1/12/2022 3:00 PM
Chat with male who left a poo bag on North River Rd. Requested carrying it with him and disposing rather than leaving in the driveway.
8136 Hooks Spur Lot Trash 1/12/2022 10:30 AM
Cleaned up micro trash and some McDonald’s left in lot.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/11/2022 2:00 PM
Group of walkers on groomed nordic near South Gate.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 1/11/2022 12:30 PM
Chris Cook with DOL from Cemetery Ln Trail to RGT. Recommended hanging in Stein Park or Jaffee River Trail for voice and sight control.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Educational Contact 1/10/2022 1:00 PM
Educational contact for a dog off leash near Woody creek tavern. We crossed paths on the Rio. Male dog owner was skating very fast. I asked if he had a leash as he passed me, he said he would put it on the dog. After collecting counter Dara I looked for the man and dog, but I did not see them.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 1/10/2022 1:00 PM
I moved leash dog sandwich board from Hunter creek to Stein park. I put up the Ag dogs at Emma school house . I picked up the poop board from Jaffee, it’s in the lockup, if anyone wants to put it somewhere else. Sign log updated.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Educational Contact 1/09/2022 2:00 PM
Educational contact with an older gentleman and a smaller doodle mix. Contacted near basalt high parking area, I did not see a leash. When told the regulations, man was not happy, and told he must have gotten away with no leash all the times before. Not a great contact.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Written Warning 1/09/2022 1:45 PM
Contact with Regan Barrett for dog off leash on the Rio near Basalt high. Zero tolerance area. Verbal written warning.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Written Warning 1/09/2022 1:30 PM
Contact with Kellie Ulrich for dog off leash near Emma school house. Friendly, unaware of regs. Good education talk. Written warning.
8137 Arciero Trailhead Verbal Warning 1/09/2022 12:45 PM
Contact with Dana barrow for dog off leash on the Rio near lazy glen. Verbal warning.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 1/09/2022 8:30 AM
Pink tag written warning for CO: VXA3646, black Subaru Outback parked overnight at Smuggler parking lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 1/09/2022 8:30 AM
SO ticket for CO: ADX-169, black Mercedes GLA250. Parked overnight at Smuggler parking lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 1/09/2022 8:30 AM
Pink tag written warning for IL: 118000. Parked overnight at Smuggler parking lot. Black Chevy Suburban.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 1/09/2022 8:30 AM
Pint tag written warning for CO: VOG-882, blue Toyota Tacoma parked overnight at Smuggler parking lot.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 1/08/2022 10:15 AM
Contact with Josie Shuford for dog off leash on the upper rio. Explained reasoning, friendly conversation. Verbal warning.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 1/07/2022 3:15 PM
Spoke with five dog owners with at least seven dogs (two were on leash), about the leash regulation in the road and parking area at Jaffee. Very bad compliance today. Lots of good conversations. Going to spend more time here for the afternoon dog walkers.
8137 Jaffee Park Parking 1/07/2022 3:00 PM
Followed up with 12, the Jeep that’s been parked at Jaffee forever is supposed to get towed tomorrow 1/8…..
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/07/2022 12:45 PM
Educational contact for walkers on the Nordic track at South Gate. They were just taking pictures, but still needed some information and guidance. I sent them up independence.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 1/07/2022 12:15 PM
Looked to be dog tracks out at North Star. Possibly a coyote, but not obvious.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/04/2022 1:45 PM
Contacted three individuals who were prepping to walk the Nordic trail from Southgate. They were not super happy they were unable to walk the trail but they were compliant.
8135 Jaffee Park Written Warning 1/04/2022 12:15 PM
Contacted Kerri Johnson of Wagging Woofers at Jaffee Park. Kerri does not have a permit and claimed that she didn't know she needed one. She says she is going to work with Janet to get one. Ticket if she is walking dogs commercially on OS without a permit.
8135 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 1/04/2022 12:15 PM
Contacted Kerri Johnson of Wagging Woofers at Jaffee Park for having 2/5 dogs off-leash in the parking area. She was pleasant and leashed them. VW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 1/04/2022 11:30 AM
Contacted Christy Treys of Aspen for having her red heeler off leash on the Rio while XC skiing. She agreed to put her dog on a leash around her waist and understood reasoning. VW.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/03/2022 12:30 PM
7 cars, 12 people. Minimal trash. Several people stopped to use bathroom. Just road traffic.
8137 Redstone Park Maintenance 1/03/2022 12:00 PM
Shoveled and unlocked left bathroom. It got accidentally locked. If that happens again it’s easy to just turn the lock with a fingernail on the doorknob.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 1/03/2022 12:00 PM
Checked out some dog tracks with 1559 on the EOA trail after a report of dogs coming down from their house across the highway. We went to the house and chatted with Susan Miller about her dogs getting out. Susan has two large Bernese mountain dogs who got out when construction workers left the gate open.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Patrol/Outreach 1/03/2022 9:00 AM
Observed WI: TF4234 white dodge promaster camper van that was parked overnight at Jaffee park pulling into Stein Park. They may be trying to post up there, I'll check back tonight.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/02/2022 5:00 PM
White van has moved along. Please ticket for camping if they park overnight in other os lots.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/02/2022 1:30 PM
One car two people in the springs. The snow is piled high creating an unsafe down climb to the springs.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 1/02/2022 8:15 AM
SO ticket for black Jeep Wrangler Co: ANV-E37 for overnight parking in Smuggler lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 1/02/2022 8:00 AM
SO ticket for CO: YXQ-015 silver:blue BMW X3 for overnight parking in Smuggler lot. Has not moved for three nights.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 1/02/2022 8:00 AM
SO ticket for CO: ADX-448 silver Mercedes G300 for overnight parking at Smuggler lot.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 1/01/2022 3:30 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash on the EOA Trail. Good outreach.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 1/01/2022 2:00 PM
Two educational contacts with two dog owners about to go ski without leash. Educated about the leash regulation. Both dog owners decided to go elsewhere.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/01/2022 12:00 PM
Dog off leash on middle rio. I was driving up lower river road, dog and owner were going down. The logistics of turning around and finding anywhere to park were not possible. UTC.
8137 Jaffee Park Written Warning 1/01/2022 10:30 AM
WI: TF4234 white dodge promaster camper van parked overnight at Jaffee park. Pint tagged , written warning.
8137 Jaffee Park Parking 12/31/2021 12:30 PM
The Jeep at Jaffee park is still there. I followed up with 12. He says he would contact RO.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 12/31/2021 9:45 AM
Pink tag written warning for CO: BDS-J02. Grey VW Atlas. Parked overnight at Smuggler parking lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 12/31/2021 9:45 AM
Pink tag written warning for CO: RQH-372. Blue dodge truck with topper. Parked overnight in the smuggler parking lot.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 12/31/2021 9:45 AM
Pink tag written warning for CO: YXQ-015 for overnight parking at Smuggler parking lot. Grey BMW. Elk Mountain vehicles.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 12/31/2021 8:30 AM
Pink tagged written warning for wa:C96456W blue homemade camper parked overnight at Nirth gate. Written warning.
8136 Jaffee Park Parking 12/27/2021 9:00 AM
CO HOO-752 lost keys to vehicle. Tagged by Deputy 62. Will be a few days before new keys are made.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 12/26/2021 12:00 PM
Wind event knocked trees down around the county. Check for trees along trails etc.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Park permit check 12/22/2021 1:00 PM
Commercial photo shoot in Heron Park. Written warning to Jennie Contreras.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Educational Contact 12/21/2021 2:00 PM
Dog running under geeky little control at stein park. I spotted the dog multiple times running in and out of the trail section. Educated owners about park regs.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Patrol/Outreach 12/20/2021 9:30 AM
Closed for the season :)
1559 Campus/Moore Properties Everything great 12/19/2021 8:00 AM
Rocky Mtn Regionals Nordic Races.
8136 Jaffee Park Trails 12/17/2021 3:00 PM
Boulders slid from hillside into parking area. Cleared.
8137 Brush Creek Trail Signage 12/17/2021 3:00 PM
The sandwich board and cone at the top of the BCT had fallen down. I put it back up.
8137 Moore Open Space Written Warning 12/17/2021 9:45 AM
Pink tagged a snowmobile trailer obviously parked overnight at prince of Peace. CO: HOP-483 Expired plates.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 12/16/2021 1:30 PM
Report of cottonwood down across trail near Basalt Mass and RGT. Zipped and cleared.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 12/15/2021 2:00 PM
Ranger budget meeting, with J. Spies.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 12/15/2021 12:00 PM
Be on the look out for trail damage and down trees from wind event/storm.
1559 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 12/15/2021 8:00 AM
Snow removal at parks campus.
8137 Moore Open Space Signage 12/13/2021 12:30 PM
I put up all the no dog icons at Moore except the entrance form the private houses. There is a wood post there. You would need an icon, hardware, and a drill.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 12/13/2021 8:15 AM
SO ticket for overnight parking at lower Smuggler parking lot. Repeat offender. Obvious frost.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Issued verbal warning 12/12/2021 4:30 PM
Walkers on nordic trail near ARC
8137 Brush Creek Trail Signage 12/12/2021 12:45 PM
Picked up restoration sandwich board from BCT. Will email Liza.
1559 City Golf Course Called to scene 12/12/2021 9:00 AM
Manned Bernese Blvd trail closure for cement pour at glof course
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 12/12/2021 8:45 AM
Contact with Nancy Pickard for dog off leash on the upper Rio. First contact. Explained wildlife rationale and discussed where to play ball off leash in parks. Verbal warning.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 12/12/2021 8:30 AM
Written warning for CO: APQ-555 beige Toyota Tacoma parked overnight at lower smug parking. First warning
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 12/12/2021 8:30 AM
SO ticket for overnight parking at lower smug lot. Obvious frost and repeat offender.
1559 City Golf Course Everything great 12/12/2021 8:00 AM
First race of Aspen Nordic Cup. Skate race on ASGC; barely happened, last minute snow
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Closed Area 12/11/2021 1:30 PM
Red Canyon Trail (not listed in drop down) had footprints with dog in the snow around the gate closure. Obv trespass in habitat closure.
8136 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 12/11/2021 1:00 PM
Pink tagged Jeep CO: LDF-308 for parking overnight at trailhead. Seems like it is being stored there.
8136 Dart Conservation Easement Closed Area 12/09/2021 4:00 PM
Pair of dog prints in the snow on the RGT at the Dart Seasonal dog closure. Prints originated from the Wheatley Beach parking area. I relocated the dog closure sandwich board from Arciero to the pullout across from Wheatley.
8136 Hooks Spur Lot Resource Damage 12/09/2021 10:00 AM
Boulder displaced from protecting sewer and irrigation pane at glassier parking lot. Looks like someone did donuts in their vehicle then crashed into the boulders. One is now several feet displaced from where it should be. Sent info to TO.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 12/09/2021 9:30 AM
Obvious trespass at BCT seasonal closure. Multiple footprints in the snow. I Extended the closure rope.
8137 Administration Patrol/Outreach 12/06/2021 1:30 PM
Printed a lot of pink tags. Restock as needed!
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 12/05/2021 1:30 PM
Investigated a call about down lines in the driveway section. Same phone lines we have already called about.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 12/05/2021 8:00 AM
Written warning for black Tesla CO: 599-QGN. Parked overnight at Lower Smuggler parking lot. First warning
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 12/05/2021 8:00 AM
Written warning for CO: AED-232, blue/grey VW Touareg. Parked overnight at lower Smuggler parking lot. First warning.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 12/04/2021 4:30 PM
Contacted a group of folks starting to light a funny cigarette on the second switchback of the road. Explained they chose the least stealth place in town. Apologetic and cooperative.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 12/04/2021 4:30 PM
DOL with woman who initially had the dog on leash. She saw me pull up on the trail and thought it would make sense to take DOL while I went by? I explained regs on RGT and made it an education contact. Bizarre.
8136 Open Space & Trails Counters 12/04/2021 4:30 PM
TrafX is complete. SMP and Glassier have been decommissioned for the winter.
8136 Emma Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/04/2021 2:30 PM
Dustin from R&B called with questions about access to Emma OS off of Emma Trail. He was looking to take pictures of birds of prey from the plateau above the river. I told him this was OK. There is nothing in mgmt plan against accessing River from that area. He will probably use social fishing trails to post up for a while attempting to take pics of osprey etc. I asked him to send us (and JU) any particularly good shots.
8137 Administration Signage 12/04/2021 1:00 PM
Saw Liza in Redstone, she said we could take down the revegetation sandwich board at Brush Creek when is starts snowing.
8137 Crystal River Valley Maintenance 12/04/2021 11:00 AM
Harvested SD cards from upper McClure, Bear creek, and Parcel 1.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/04/2021 10:30 AM
4 cars, 5 people. 2 dogs removed back to older truck bed camper that had stayed overnight. Found discarded license plate hidden in porta potty building. Turned in to SO. CO CHL-929. In case anyone calls about it. Middle age dude in Dark blue suburban. Front end damaged was sorta creeping me out by walking close to me and asking too many questions, and helping pick up trash. I sort of remember him from working in Snowmass but he is not doing well. Be aware.
8137 Lani White Trail Signage 12/04/2021 9:00 AM
Removed leash dog sandwich board from Lani. We can use the one at Hunter Creek to move around this winter. Sign log should be up to date.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 12/04/2021 7:30 AM
Several cars obviously parked overnight at Smug. Will update log.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Fire 12/03/2021 4:00 PM
Responded to smoke report at 26 on the Rio. Me and 20 and fire saw nothing.
8137 Glassier Open Space Signage 12/03/2021 3:00 PM
Put up wildlife habitat closure sign at Rio and Glassier access.
8137 Dart Conservation Easement Signage 12/03/2021 2:00 PM
8136 relocated upper dart sign. I added rock art. And installed sandwich boards up from Arciero with no dog rationale.
8137 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/03/2021 1:30 PM
Followed up with a caller about e-bikes on buckhorn traverse the day of and day before the closure. I gave more information about where e-bikes are allowed on the crown. We may want to take a closer look at the Glassier cam on those days.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 12/03/2021 12:00 PM
Leash law sandwich board posted above LGOS barn on RGT.
8137 BLM Crown Signage 12/03/2021 9:00 AM
Signed and roped driveway crossing for BCT closure.
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 12/02/2021 4:00 PM
Several cars slid into each other at the upper lot. 63 and I were able to sort out the vehicles and closed the lot.
8136 Stein Park (AVLT) Educational Contact 12/02/2021 12:15 PM
Two ladies with one DOL heading toward the Rio. Reminded of leash regs and wildlife info.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Illegal Camping 12/01/2021 4:30 PM
I talked to Ryan Voss about the illegal camper at Smuggler. They are going to try and have her move along. Let the SO deal with this one, she has some mental and alcohol issues. Direct folks to the SO on this matter.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Written Warning 12/01/2021 2:00 PM
Contacted Lisa Flynn of Woody Creek for trespassing on SMP at Cozy fields across from the intercept lot. She was on a horse and with another young rider. Lisa told me cozy point staff told her she could ride there. This turned into a whole thing. It should have been a ticket. Ask Ryan or Rick for details. WW.
1559 Marolt Open Space Litter moderate 12/01/2021 1:00 PM
Cleaned pile of old clothing strewn on bench NE corner of Marolt
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 12/01/2021 9:30 AM
Picked up trash dumped at Perham parking area discovered the previous night.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Patrol/Outreach 12/01/2021 9:15 AM
There is a green Subaru outback (CO/CZN-373) abandoned at Penny Hot Springs. If it is still there later this week please have an officer run the plates to get the contact information to hurry the owner up moving the vehicle.
8135 Crystal River Valley Closed Area 12/01/2021 9:00 AM
Finished closing up seasonal Crystal closures.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 11/30/2021 4:00 PM
Closed sky, brush creek and red canyon. Brush creek did have an equestrian and a cyclist pretty late in the day.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Educational Contact 11/30/2021 11:00 AM
The Land Rover with camper is still parked at bottom of Smug. 58 is trying to contact. There are a disturbing amount of poop bags on and near the camper. Hopefully they own a dog, instead of human waste…. But still not cool.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 11/30/2021 10:30 AM
Pink tagged a site services dumpster left at North gate of NS parking. Passed along to Chade for code violation. Likely nearby construction.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 11/27/2021 9:00 AM
3rd cow has been harvested from SMP hunting lotto winner.
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 11/26/2021 2:00 PM
Janet reported a LAnd Rover CO: AFI-L25 with camper parked in lower smuggler lot. Appeared to have camped - or be prepared to. No one home. Pink tagged reminding of day use only. No overnight parking or camping.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 11/26/2021 8:00 AM
2nd cow harvested from another hunting lotto winner.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/25/2021 1:30 PM
Received a report from male who was followed by a drone at approx mm23 RGT. RP felt the drone was deliberately following him and possibly filming for two or more minutes. Appeared to be an expensive “professional” drone. No pilot in sight. RP is going to send me an email with incident description. I responded and was UTL.
8136 Owl Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 11/25/2021 1:15 PM
Possibly 2 DOL on OCT. I turned around but the woman had went up a private drive. Did not follow. Owl creek still seems to be getting foot traffic despite some snow. Consider taking the TrafX counter down when plow spoils cover trail.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 11/25/2021 8:00 AM
One cow elk harvested by SMP hunting lottery winner this morning.
8136 Stein Trail Wildlife 11/24/2021 3:00 PM
Report of sow and two cubs with a den on Sten Trail. RP just wanted to let us know and add signage to encourage dogs to be on leash. I put Bears Active sandwich board 25 yards up the trail from sanitation gate.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 11/22/2021 9:15 AM
All of the dogs were off leash in the roadway at Jaffee this morning. Two educational contacts.
8137 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Accident/Rescue 11/21/2021 8:30 AM
Responded to a SAR for 38y/o female with broken ankle half way up Arbany. Helped with trail directions. Two groups of MRA responders started hiking up the wrong trail. And did outreach with the public.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 11/20/2021 10:00 AM
2 cars, 4 people. Lots of discarded clothing items, notable socks!
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 11/20/2021 8:30 AM
No cars, no people!
8139 Glassier Open Space Penalty Assessment 11/18/2021 1:45 PM
PA issued to Gordon Whitmer for Ebike in Glassier Open Space.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 11/15/2021 2:15 PM
Responded to 68y/o male bike crash. Bleeding from head and legs. First on scene. Significant loss loss of consciousness . AXO 3. Transported to AVH by Ambi.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 11/15/2021 12:00 PM
4 cars, 5 people, 1 dog removed. Very little trash.
8137 Perham Creek Trailhead Written Warning 11/15/2021 9:30 AM
Pink tagged Co: AOL-034 blue Dodge Ram for camping and campfire at Perham trailhead.
8137 Perham Creek Trailhead Written Warning 11/15/2021 9:30 AM
Pink tagged Co: 355-QSU white GMC Sierra for camping and campfire at Perham creek.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/14/2021 4:30 PM
Closed Wheatley beach and the Rio through Dart Section to dogs for the season.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 11/13/2021 3:15 PM
16people, 10cars. Bucket o trash
8137 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 11/13/2021 11:45 AM
Contact with Felicity Huffman and husband Bill Macy for two dogs off leash in the road at Jaffee park. Had to return to car to get one leash, then took another from me. Young black labradoodle was running all over the road and park. Not is sight control. Explained regs. First contact. Verbal warning.
8137 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 11/13/2021 11:30 AM
Contact with Larry Mills for dog off leash in the road at Jaffee Park. Had to walk back to park to get leash. First contact. Verbal warning.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Mutual Aid 11/13/2021 9:00 AM
12 reported a dog on Cozyline and Brush creek trail bear dark last night. He educated the party, but rangers were off duty.
8139 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 11/12/2021 9:45 AM
Chatted with a male and female attempting to parking along SMR. Explained that parking is not allowed, the male asked if because it was slow if he could “just do it”. Even in off season the rules are the rules. He decided to park down lower. Noticed there was someone parked overnight by that “camp spot” about half way up the road- there was a car shaped rectangle with no snow. Left early before I got there
8139 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 11/10/2021 11:30 AM
Contacted Michael Rolnick driving an ATV with his son on the East of Aspen trail near the beach access. Explained no motorized vehicles are allowed on trails. He claimed to have “just moved here” and was out exploring the area. I explained the nature preserve and surrounding areas wildlife habitat. Rolnick asked where he could drive the ATVs, I directed him to speak with APD and PCSO to get correct information. Because there weren’t any posted signs I elected for a VW
8137 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Signage 11/08/2021 9:00 AM
Picked up the 15 min unloading sign from wildwood. Will stash in lockup.
8135 Mills OSP Patrol/Outreach 11/07/2021 12:00 PM
Joined the SOS cleanup and lead a group to clean the Mills area. It is pretty clean. We removed multiple tents, trash, and gear off of the rim area.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Written Warning 11/07/2021 11:00 AM
Shelly didn't pick up her dog waste and screamed at and harassed by another trail user. Shelly had to call the SO to come to help her. I was given her information third hand by Grant Jahnke of the SO. She understands that her next dog violation will result in a citation. WW
8136 Chapparal Trail Penalty Assessment 11/03/2021 4:45 PM
Adam Olson for firearms prohibited per Trail Easement regulations. First firearm-related offense $250.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 11/01/2021 10:00 AM
Heavy Hunter traffic. Please keep an eye on Filoha/Crystal properties as well as all other assets.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 10/29/2021 2:30 PM
Educational contact on the East of Aspen for dog off leash.
8137 Windstar Conservation Easement Patrol/Outreach 10/29/2021 11:30 AM
Answered some questions about possible hunting at Windstar conservation easement. I drove by and did not see any reason to believe here was hunting going on today. I reported back to the equestrian rider.
8140 City of Aspen Open Space Wildlife 10/28/2021 5:00 PM
Hiker on HCT told me they saw the lone juvenile moose in Jenn Adair, probably around 430. Said it’s been hanging near ACES today.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 10/28/2021 4:30 PM
Someone made a bunch of rock stacks in the rocky area just passed the left turn that people often miss, between Lani White and the next bridge. Knocked them down. People continually go straight here and get stuck…next season project may be making turn more obvious
8140 Stein Park (AVLT) Accident/Rescue 10/28/2021 1:45 PM
Informed landscaper running passed truck that the Stein Park porta potty has been removed for winter. Said the one at Jaffee is likely still there but that I wasn’t sure. He thanked me, ran back, and sped towards Jaffee porta potty. Another life saved.
8140 Stein Park (AVLT) Educational Contact 10/28/2021 1:00 PM
DOL cemetery lane trail and onto Rio. Educated about leash rules in Aspen and Rio Grande. Runner said she was trying to get as much enerout for the dog, said I understood and suggested she run around Jaffee park off leash if she was going that way.
8138 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 10/27/2021 1:30 PM
Educated about off leash zone and parking lot as use was coming into parking lot
8137 Wilton Jaffee Trail Penalty Assessment 10/26/2021 3:00 PM
Contact with Doug Klees for dogs off leash on the Wilton Jaffee trail and Rio Grande a trail. See report. Blatantly disregarded my educational contact about leashed vs. non leashed areas. Penalty assessment.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 10/26/2021 12:45 PM
Pink tagged CO: ZG-6418 red Mercedes suv with a for sale sign taped to the inside of the driver side windscreen
8137 Moore Open Space Written Warning 10/26/2021 10:00 AM
Pink tagged flat bed trailer CO: 467-OLI at prince of peace. Storage of property. Written warning. Check back on Wednesday.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 10/26/2021 9:00 AM
Met with Janet and a disgruntled citizen about trials and enforcement.
8137 Administration Mutual Aid 10/25/2021 1:30 PM
Monitored/ offered help on a medical at tom Blake and anaerobic. Woman fell off horse suspected broken leg. No extra hands needed, but I did help direct other horse riders to the horses that had run off.
8137 City of Aspen Open Space Trash 10/25/2021 9:00 AM
Investigated a complaint of glass on the maroon Creek Trail. Also realized OST owns a small parcel at the bridge over maroon creek. Reference email.
8138 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 10/24/2021 4:00 PM
Dog at springs, explained reg, owner put dog in van
8138 Red Wind Point Written Warning 10/24/2021 4:00 PM
DoL. Alison Kopinto of Carbondale near crystal driver estates. Discussed wildlife
8138 Bull Pen Lot Parking 10/24/2021 3:30 PM
Full! No spots left, lots of trail traffic on prince creek
8138 Bull Pen Lot Educational Contact 10/24/2021 3:30 PM
2 small dogs off leash, owners quickly leashed and understood traffic concerns
8136 Brush Creek Trail Educational Contact 10/24/2021 2:00 PM
Observed a woman with a dog on leash crossing Brush Creek Rd in front of my patrol vehicle. Reminded her from the window that dogs were prohibited on BCT due to seasonal closure/wildlife protection.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 10/23/2021 3:00 PM
Posted Leash Law sandy board at HC trailhead (sheet updated). Orphan moose has been hanging around Lone Pine Rd. Consider switching to Moose In Area if it persists.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Written Warning 10/23/2021 10:30 AM
Contact with Marian Lansburgh for dog off leash on the Rio by BHS. She parked in the HS lot, so did not see sign. I opted to believe her, she also leashed dog before I made contact. We had a good chat about the regulations on the lower Rio. Verbal written warning.
8137 Moore Open Space E-bike Contact 10/22/2021 5:30 PM
Witnessed an e-bike on Moore OS. I was driving and unable to contact.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Educational Contact 10/22/2021 2:30 PM
Saw two Holden retrievers off leash on N River Rd heading toward the RGT. Contacted two folks to remind them of leash law on Rio. They did not have leashes and turned back.
8137 Glassier Open Space Written Warning 10/22/2021 2:00 PM
Contact with Nikki Smith for dog in a closure on the Glassier trail. She was at the very beginning of the trail just past the no dogs signs. She was in her phone and didn’t see the signs. We had a long chat about regulations, she seemed fairly oblivious. I opted for a verbal written warning, but explained if it ever happened again she would be cited. VWW
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 10/22/2021 1:00 PM
Asked a women if she had a leash for her dog, she went back to her car to get one. Her little dog had on a cute spiked vest to repel predators!
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 10/22/2021 10:45 AM
Contact with a couple about to launch a drone. Parked at North Gate. Knowledgeable drone flyer, but gave extra information about OST regs and nature preserve.
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Called to scene 10/22/2021 10:30 AM
I assisted Marco, he had crashed on his roller skis. A&Ox4,no LOC, cc. L wrist injury. Denied ambi. I carried his skis and poles to his car for self-transport to AVH.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/21/2021 11:45 AM
DOL. Carrie Helat (might have last name off) with golden retriever off leash. Well behaved dog, friendly owner. Explained rules and reasoning, used example of person on trail that is very scared of dogs.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 10/21/2021 11:30 AM
DOL. chocolate lab with cool Aspen collar. Owner, male, knew. Gave stern warning and explained wildlife and fear of dogs. Did not collect information because a woman who had just told me she was recently attacked by a dog was hiding behind me, crying, and extremely appeared anxious. Spoke to woman and helped her calm down
8136 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 10/21/2021 11:00 AM
Pink tagged CO ADG-Y93 Jeep Liberty. Warning for non trail use parking/camping/storage of property.
1557 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 10/21/2021 6:30 AM
Bear trash patrol this AM. No bear entry but I tagged several unlocked dumpters and cans.
1557 Rio Grande Trail User conflict 10/20/2021 6:15 PM
RGT MM 35.5. A small brown dog ran in front of me while riding my bike. Impact made to the rear end of the dog. This dog had just run away from a house near the trail. We were both uninjured, the dog ran back home and so did I. No contact was made with the owner.
8138 Jaffee Park Lost and Found 10/20/2021 8:15 AM
The jeep is gone from yesterday, the bike next to the Jeep is now chained to the fence
8138 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 10/19/2021 8:30 AM
CO: ADGY93 have made prior contact. No one was present, made with 67. After contact a fisherman talked to me and said he saw a male with a 4 door sedan moving laundry back and forth from this vehicle this past weekend. Possibly using the jeep for storage
8138 City of Aspen Open Space E-bike Contact 10/18/2021 5:30 PM
Education contact, 2 minors on class 2 e bikes throttling towards sky mountain on butterline. Explained the regs to the kids and then called the parents and explained the contact.
8138 Brush Creek Trail Signage 10/18/2021 5:00 PM
Sandwich board with no dogs allowed blew over, keep an eye out, might need more sand
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 10/18/2021 3:15 PM
Sandy calesa, dol, vw. Misunderstood the signage coming up from Jaffee, very friendly
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/18/2021 12:45 PM
Lloyd Brown, DoL, new resident to the valley. Was busy routefinding and didn't see posted regulations. He downloaded pitkinoutside while I was standing there and was grateful for the warning and information. Very Friendly.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/18/2021 12:30 PM
Elizabeth Bohart visiting from Michigan. DoL. Friendly, explained wildlife contacts and seemed receptive.
8135 Crystal River Valley Signage 10/18/2021 12:30 PM
Replaced the post at Tarr. All good now.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/18/2021 12:15 PM
DoL x 3 (golden retrievers) below benedict bridge. Not friendly. Reluctant to give any information, hiking with a female partner. I explained the process and my jurisdiction and finally gave contact info
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Written Warning 10/18/2021 10:00 AM
Contacted Dillon Shifrin of Snowmass Mining Company LLC while he was attempting to cross the river at penny hot springs to reach a mining claim up elephant mountain. Dillon had not yet made it across and he agreed to come back and meet with me. I explained he did not have access. We both went back to station 82 and determined avalanche creek was the only legal access. compliant. WW.
8138 Lani White Trail Written Warning 10/18/2021 9:45 AM
Elizabeth Sargent of Aspen and French Bulldog Brulee. DoL. 2nd contact, WW. Both were very friendly, Brulee sat at my feet during contact and wanted scratches. Saw the party later and answered questions about moose contacts.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/18/2021 9:30 AM
Bill Lispey of Aspen, DoL, small dog. Claimed it "wouldn't even chase a mouse." On initial contact tried to walk away. When getting contact information, he was fairly obstinate and reluctant to give any information. I had to remind him that I do have jurisdiction, and I would rather not escalate for a verbal warning. Finally gave name and phone number.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 10/18/2021 9:15 AM
Water flowing above the boardwalks, emailed Bill and Ted. It was warm today, no ice or snow, looks like leaves may be redirecting waterflow? Seems early to have flooding here.
8140 Sky Mountain Park Signage 10/17/2021 3:30 PM
Removed all management plan signs from sky mtn park and put them in “graveyard”. Updated sign log
1557 North Star/James H. Smith Cyclist contact 10/16/2021 4:15 PM
Contact made with 3 people riding bikes towards the Beach. I pointed out the signage and the bike rack, explained the rationale for no bikes in the Nature Preserve. They were compliant.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 10/16/2021 4:15 PM
Contacted two different parties within 30mins for being off trail in South Gate meadow area. Teens and a family taking photos. Explained nature preserve, erosion, etc.
8138 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 10/16/2021 4:00 PM
Discussed last call of draft management plan with 7 different users, it was busy up there with bikers and hikers
8138 Sky Mountain Park Signage 10/16/2021 4:00 PM
Took down the small management plan signs from top of Cozy/Air and View/Dead
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Commercial Permit Check 10/16/2021 10:00 AM
Aspen Valley Marathon, Drove lower river road and witnessed good marshalling and people running the marathon
8140 Congo Trailhead Signage 10/15/2021 6:00 PM
Closed Congo TH, took down sign at lot entrance and on road
8140 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 10/15/2021 2:30 PM
Fixed closed sign on two track above Wilden, put rope in Wilden garage. Added a camera near there for Ry.
8137 Bull Pen Lot Trash 10/15/2021 12:45 PM
Picked up some random trash at Bull pen lot. Looked like someone drove in to fence. Minor damage.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/15/2021 11:30 AM
3 cars, 10 people. 5 fisherman. One on opposite bank. Is this ok during Filoha closure? Dude rolled up with 6 dogs in his car, said he was aware of the no dog regulation.
1557 Smuggler Mountain Called to scene 10/15/2021 10:00 AM
Lost dog. Judy Dunn lost her small dog after she ran off from lower Smuggler. It took a while but Cloe was found unharmed.
8137 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 10/15/2021 8:30 AM
Closed BCT to dogs.
1558 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 10/14/2021 4:45 PM
Fielded phone call with Jan Salisbury from NC re an incident on Ajax Trail Oct 4. She and husband were in a use conflict with a commercial dog walker Tonya Monti of Dogy Dooty. DOL x 12. Escalated to assault. SO should be following up.
8140 Smuggler Parking Lot Educational Contact 10/14/2021 3:00 PM
Pink tagged trailer that was there without nearby car from this morning. CO: BDR-B61
8140 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/14/2021 2:00 PM
4 cars, 7 people. Someone left full bag of trash near ports potty nice
8137 Jaffee Park Signage 10/12/2021 3:00 PM
I moved the rainbow poop sign from Smuggler to Jaffee river trail. If it does snow, they usually start plowing our sandwich boards off smuggler mtn road. And Jaffee has been a little poopy.
8137 Jaffee Park Lost and Found 10/12/2021 3:00 PM
The white table was found removed and from jaffeee. Yay
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 10/12/2021 12:00 PM
Assisted 1557 on the rgt near the 41 with a coyote, or similar, howling, possibly injured. Utl, emailed CPW, but not sure there is anything else actionable
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/12/2021 9:15 AM
Contact with Adam Roy for dol on Hunter Creek Trail. Tried to use “off-season” rationale, and exceptional dog behavior. We talked about regs and wildlife. Easy contact, verbal warning. Wife Sara has one warning on HCT as well. Verbal warning
8138 Penny Hot Springs Parking 10/11/2021 4:30 PM
Construction is starting to wrap up, more of the spots are open
8138 Bull Pen Lot E-bike Contact 10/11/2021 3:00 PM
Gave information to an acoustic biker to pass to his electric bike friends. Send him the map to ebike trails
8138 Prince Creek Trail Educational Contact 10/11/2021 2:45 PM
DoL, education about livestock and dogs
8138 Prince Creek Trail Signage 10/11/2021 2:30 PM
Worked on faded sign project, lots of grading on prince creek trail
8138 Glassier Open Space E-bike Contact 10/11/2021 1:30 PM
Opted for education, on glassier road. Claimed disability, gave information on where to ride.
8140 Glassier Open Space Penalty Assessment 10/10/2021 3:30 PM
Dog in closure, Charles Cooper with white doodle mix. Explained wildlife and active agriculture reasoning. Said someone told them and they immediately turned around. Said they passed 6 signs already. understanding, apologetic. Contact went well.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 10/10/2021 9:30 AM
Roadside Rangering; told family with tan doodle mix dogs must be leashed as they crossed red Mtn rd on the Hunter-Rio connector
8137 Sky Mountain Park Trails 10/09/2021 4:30 PM
Checked sky mountain for mud. The trails were not muddy, but there were some big puddles. Something to keep in mind over the next couple weeks if we keep getting moisture.
8137 Jaffee Park Penny Hot Springs 10/09/2021 3:30 PM
Pink tagged a white metal table abandoned at Jaffee parking area. Gave 24 hrs to remove. If still here next week, rangers should take to metal trash at PW.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 10/09/2021 2:00 PM
Move the e-bike etiquette sign from Stein area to Steven’s street. Updated in sign log.
1557 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 10/09/2021 1:30 PM
Collected data from all permanent counters and picked up temporary ones.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 10/09/2021 11:30 AM
Removed tree branches that were leaning over the trail approx. MM40.5
8137 Administration Maintenance 10/09/2021 10:00 AM
Ranger crew cleaned garage and lock up. Organized signs and made executive decisions about old trash. 😁
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 10/09/2021 9:15 AM
Drone flying over North Star area near North Gate. Flying high. UTL pilot.
8139 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/08/2021 3:00 PM
Educational warnings for 2 dogs down at the springs. Both owners seemed surprised by the regulation- pointed at the posted signs.
8139 Penny Hot Springs Trash 10/08/2021 3:00 PM
Cleaned the parking area, around the portapotty and the shoreline. The usual- dirty diapers, beer cans and towels &clothes.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 10/08/2021 2:00 PM
I removed all sandwich boards and no access signs from North Star today. Better now than in the snow. Updated sign log.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/08/2021 12:00 PM
Contact with Yoav Mordowizc fit dog off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. First contact, verbal warning
1557 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 10/08/2021 11:30 AM
I placed a camera at the top of the steel staircase on the trail between Lonepine and Gibson at the request of APD.
8139 Mills OSP Trash 10/08/2021 11:00 AM
Trash situation is out of control on the rim. See email. Found a collapsible baton among the trash….all around strange.
8137 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Signage 10/08/2021 9:45 AM
Removed voluntary river closure from Wildwood. I think it’s getting cold enough to deter traffic! Updated sign log.
8139 East of Aspen Trail Wildlife 10/07/2021 4:00 PM
Assisted some bikers who had encountered 3 moose (cow and 2 calfs). Walked them around the area and got them back on the trail near Granite circle and Warren Creek lane
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/07/2021 2:45 PM
2 DOL on Verena Mallory. Betsy Glen w Cricket and a tan dog. She explained that Cricket is old and disabled and does not respond to leashes. This appeared true from observation. I explained rules and reg and emphasized that her other dog should be leashed at the very least. I noted that we don’t have exceptions for old, disabled but that I would talk to other rangers about it.
8139 Cora May Open Space Fire 10/07/2021 9:30 AM
Obliterated and cleaned a fire ring on the road (in the flat spot that people camp on). Aware it’s USFS land but in an effort to deter future fires removed it.
1557 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 10/07/2021 7:00 AM
Bear trash patrol this AM. 517 E Hopkins dumpster unlocked, bear entry. 400 E cooper, bear entry into open compost container.
8139 Moore Open Space Verbal Warning 10/06/2021 5:15 PM
VW to Liz Stark, two dogs off leash. Friendly and leashed them right away. First contact, vw
8138 Lani White Trail Lost and Found 10/06/2021 5:00 PM
Replenishing leashes at lani white ‘Brady’ the dog came walking up to me. I was able to leash him easily and called the owner. It was a person who lived on spruce.
8138 Jaffee Park Signage 10/06/2021 4:00 PM
Pulled the moose sign, CPW sign remains
8138 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 10/06/2021 1:00 PM
Dog in the springs
8139 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 10/06/2021 12:15 PM
Report of a dog on seven star, aired by dispatch to 242. I responded from town but UTL by the time I arrived. Spoke to the RP, he said he told them dogs weren’t allowed on the trail, asked if they saw the signs, they claimed to not have. 242 contacted the couple, gave a warning. They were from out of town. Turned around once they were told of the rules.
8138 Bull Pen Lot Educational Contact 10/06/2021 11:00 AM
DoL. educated on leash law and agricultural potential conflict
8138 Bull Pen Lot Educational Contact 10/06/2021 11:00 AM
DoL. educated on leash law and agricultural potential conflict
8138 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/06/2021 10:00 AM
3 ladies asking about the management of glassier, emailed them the management plan
8138 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Accident/Rescue 10/05/2021 2:30 PM
Call came in for "old snowmass trail near RGT". Ascertained the injured party was on Basalt-mass, near the steeper section. Patient had diminished LoA, possible LoC. No Helmet, E-biker.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Penalty Assessment 10/05/2021 12:30 PM
Jeff Erickson, near the 41, had just come from the OST managed section. Has had 2 warnings, friendly.
8138 Smuggler Parking Lot Commercial Permit Check 10/04/2021 3:15 PM
Nomi Limo. Made contact with the driver, he was on break and recreating. I explained why I was making the contact, but, what he was doing was fine, he then asked me a ton of questions about where to find dump stations for an RV. Friendly and understanding.
8138 Smuggler Parking Lot E-bike Contact 10/04/2021 3:00 PM
2 ebikers getting ready to ride. I provided them with information regarding where e-bikes are allowed and not. Friendly, but not happy that we aren't friendly for e-bikes.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/04/2021 2:15 PM
Kate Manzo DoL. Unfriendly at first, but became more friendly during contact. We were 300 yards or so below the HC kiosk. I explained that I can only go with what I see, and that I can only assume that the dog was off leash the whole time. She said she was close enough to the boundary that it didn't count. She also said that "other rangers wouldn't care being that it was so close"
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 10/04/2021 11:45 AM
Contact with Randall “ Davey” Pitcher for dog in NSNP. Davey was paragliding and let his dog out of the car in the landing zone. Very nice person, said he should have know better. Penalty assessment.
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Trails 10/04/2021 10:45 AM
"James" gave me a complaint about being bitten by a dog. I got 40 on the radio, asked me to forward her contact information on. The RP was VERY heated when the offending party came down. I had him continue up the trail to maintain distance. I continued up later and was UTL, but he had 40's information.
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Verbal Warning 10/04/2021 10:45 AM
The offending party was a Brown Poodle mix. Owner was Ally Russell of Snowmass. She and her hiking companion had no leashes at all, and only partial control of the dogs. I gave them leashes and opted to warn Ally Russell, citing that dogs need to be under voice control, be in sight and she must carry a leash regardless. I told her that I would forward her info to the deputy (40).
8138 Administration Counters 10/04/2021 8:45 AM
Counters are done.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 10/03/2021 2:15 PM
55yo female dislocated shoulder. Husband was able to reduce it as I arrived. It happened just ahead of me at the end of Deadline/Highline. Transported to AVH in personal vehicle. See report.
8140 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 10/03/2021 8:30 AM
pink tagged silver dodge traverse CO: BAK-G15 and blue toyota highlander CO: 286-SQR. Black jeep wranger CO: ANV-E37 was still there with 8139's ticket, I messed up my only SO ticket. Also awake sleeper in a army green built-out older van CO: HOO-B15. Did not contact alone.
8140 City of Aspen Open Space Accident/Rescue 10/03/2021 8:30 AM
Responded to man in river under Oklahoma Flats bridge. Helped relay access to ambi, close rio & Oklahoma Flats trail to looki-loos, and provided gloves to a couple fire people.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 10/03/2021 8:15 AM
Spoke to Peter in a silver fj cruiser about parking in front of James H. Local wildlife photographer who comes regularly. While I think it’s more hobby than commercial, might be good to mention commercial photography regs, I got distracted while he showed me cool moose shots and forgot to mention.
1557 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Double w/other officer 10/02/2021 12:00 PM
With 1559 and members of APD to monitor the Women's March from Peapcke park to the Mall and back. A small group of counter-protesters was present . No issues.
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 10/02/2021 7:45 AM
Issued a PCSO ticket to CO: ANV-E37 , CO: BDR-M08 parking overnight.
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 10/02/2021 7:45 AM
Pink tagged a white box trailer CO:P061756 parked in the lower smuggler lot.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Penalty Assessment 10/01/2021 11:30 AM
PA for e-bike on Hunter Creek & Verena Mallory for Stuart Rosenberg. Friendly.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 10/01/2021 11:30 AM
DOL. came up barking at me while I was writing e-bike PA. Owner did not have leash. Gave stern warning while writing PA.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 10/01/2021 11:00 AM
Poop bandit strikes again. Someone pooped on the trail leading to the beach. Cleaned up the TP but couldn’t get much out from the taller grass without getting it on myself. It was cool, there was a school group on the beach.
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill Found resource damage 10/01/2021 9:30 AM
Found a lot of rock had fallen onto the Burlingoarge trail and Deer hill after the rain over the past few days. I cleared it out of the way.
8139 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/30/2021 6:00 PM
Joined the last RFC program of the season. Explored the river banks and the wetlands.
8139 Filoha Meadows Open Space Trails 9/30/2021 6:00 PM
Closed Filoha for the season. Changed the SD cards &batteries. That’s a wrap!
8136 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Educational Contact 9/30/2021 5:15 PM
Large group with multiple cars pulling into the senior parking upper HC. All young mountain bikers without proper stickers on vehicle. Turned them around.
1557 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Campsite found/evicted 9/30/2021 11:00 AM
Contact made with Rodney of Snowmass, it appears he slept in the Whittaker park last night and was just leaving.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 9/30/2021 11:00 AM
Saw two people, looked like male and female, walking on backside near river going towards private property by Stillwater. Were in the meadow wearing all black and carrying papers maybe. Whipped around but UTL.
1557 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 9/30/2021 6:30 AM
Ongoing bear trash violation search. Checking neighborhood cans, good compliance. Heard reports of in-town and east of town violations.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 9/29/2021 5:15 PM
Found a monolith, it’s at the Ranger station
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Litter minimal 9/29/2021 11:45 AM
I did a hike on the Ajax trail. No contacts were made as the trail was still a bit wet.
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Signage 9/29/2021 9:30 AM
Put the new off trail is lava sign out. Looks good
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/29/2021 9:00 AM
Photographer, was looking like he was going off trail, informed of regulations and talked about migratory patterns of the elk
8138 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/28/2021 3:00 PM
Rfc hike canceled due to weather
8138 Jaffee Park Wildlife 9/28/2021 9:30 AM
Two calls about moose in area, hiking, I saw the backside of one.
8138 Jaffee Park Signage 9/28/2021 9:30 AM
Added a moose in area sign
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/27/2021 5:45 PM
Two guys were filming another guy dancing in a really weird yeti/Sasquatch/Wookiee costume. They were off trail near the beach. They claimed they were filming a rap video, for “staunch moderates “. They were friendly, i opted for a stern warning. Given the conversation and their setup, I wasn’t concerned about commercial activity
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Penalty Assessment 9/27/2021 4:30 PM
DoL, Susanne Morrison. 3rd contact. Wanted another warning, but, ultimately was friendly during the contact.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/27/2021 4:30 PM
Joseph Speetjens of MS, DoL. I was writing a citation when he came by, was able to get info quickly and moved along
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 9/27/2021 11:30 AM
3 class 2. Witnessed throttle usage toward me at smith hill
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 9/27/2021 9:15 AM
Pink tagged WY: 4653 observed overnight
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/26/2021 3:30 PM
Drone launched from North Gate flying low and loud over preserve. Spoke to suspected users, but didn’t have PC to ticket. (Answered “we’re about to” when I asked about flying drone and didn’t witness). Explained sensitive wildlife and rutting moose
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 9/26/2021 1:00 PM
Pink tagged CO 583DQG gold Mazda protege parked on smuggler road
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/26/2021 11:00 AM
Melissa Aron of Houston, small white dog off leash at Benedict bridge. Came from red mountain, hikes everyday off leash and has never seen a ranger
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 9/25/2021 4:00 PM
Two DOL. emotional teen and mom, a lot going on so kept it at educational contact
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/25/2021 1:30 PM
Educated a group of five that rode their e bikes down to the beach. Then re educated them about what class of e bikes are allowed on county paved trails. Wish I had been more stern. Totally oblivious
1557 Parks Office Double w/other officer 9/25/2021 12:30 PM
Responding to an 80-year-old male who fell getting nasty rumor at Aspen city market. Medic 93 and partner arrived to evacuate from downstairs.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 9/25/2021 10:30 AM
Reports of a male causing a disturbance in the mall area. Spent time looking around town for This individual.
8138 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 9/25/2021 9:30 AM
Got both chameleon bikes going. Installed through axle and new rubber
8137 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 9/24/2021 4:30 PM
Contact with Caroline Drew for dogs in sky mountain park. Penalty assessment.
8137 Brush Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/24/2021 4:00 PM
Contact with Brett Lohr for dog off leash on Brush creek Trail. Also stopped from entering Sky mtn park. Assumed dogs were allowed. I explained regulations. Verbal warning
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 9/24/2021 3:30 PM
Educational contact for dol in the road. Explained old reg and new signage. Dude was short with me. Also spotted another dol in roadway unable to contact. Lots of afternoon dog walkers.
8140 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 9/24/2021 11:30 AM
Fishy license checks with two Aspen Outfitter guides. Alex Macintyre was lead. One client “looked” in email forever and one had left phone in car with confirmation. I’m the end all was compliant but I gave stern warning to be more organized for next time. Could see purchase timestamps…
1557 Rio Grande Park Double w/other officer 9/24/2021 11:30 AM
Responded to the park for a Rugby player with a head injury and c- spine contusion. Medic 95 and 1559. also on scene.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/24/2021 10:00 AM
Contact with Lynn Holland with dog Milo off leash. Said he just let the dog off to get water. I explained regs. First contact, verbal warning
1557 Rio Grande Trail Found resource damage 9/24/2021 9:15 AM
Several rocks had fallen on the trail overnight. Maybe wildlife above?
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 9/24/2021 7:15 AM
Issued CO:537-ZDT a PCSO ticket for parking overnight. A male party ran from me as I was writing the ticket but later noticed the car parked down the hill at Park&Park. A Danielle Purcell called to ask questions about the issuing of the ticket and I explained why the ticket was issued, what the regulations are and that they cannot park overnight (or during the day) in the smuggler lot.
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 9/24/2021 7:15 AM
Issued CO:ANV-E37 a PCSO ticket for overnight parking in a day use signed spot. 8136 sent a photo of a car and it was possible to see the Jeep parked next to the other vehicle. When I arrived I noticed the Jeep parked next to the other vehicle. 8137 gave a VW to the RO on 9/20. Issued a ticket.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Educational Contact 9/23/2021 5:30 PM
Reminded 3 males at upper kiosk with e-bikes that they could not ride singletrack. They were not pleased with my info but cooperative. Rental bikes.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/23/2021 1:30 PM
Assisted with a 87 yo female who had fallen off her horse (on one of the horse social trails that leads up to a ranch on McLain flats). Medic 93 and 03 arrived on scene first after some confusion over the location.
8140 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Penalty Assessment 9/23/2021 11:45 AM
PA for Madison Blackford for e-bike on Lollipop trail. She was friendly and cooperative. "Local" man she was visiting was not. Explained why e-bike rules, where to access regulations, and areas allowed in valley for e-bike use.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 9/23/2021 9:00 AM
Removed the “respect the preserve” signs from the river banks near North Gate. Left the ones on the beach, JHS and near Stillwater but with less traffic thought these by the river were no longer necessary
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 9/23/2021 9:00 AM
Removed the “respect the preserve” signs from the river banks near North Gate. Left the ones on the beach, JHS and near Stillwater but with less traffic thought these by the river were no longer necessary
1557 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 9/23/2021 6:30 AM
Bear patrol this AM.205 S Mill st. Recycle dumpster used for trash and not locked, bear entry and trash all over. Looking for a responsible party.
8139 Glassier Open Space E-bike Contact 9/22/2021 5:00 PM
Did a later patrol of Glassier. Chatted with one e biker at the gate. “Thought it might be the case” that e bikes weren’t allowed but came up to see where the trail came out. Friendly, wanted to do the right thing. VW
8138 Sky Mountain Park Signage 9/22/2021 4:30 PM
Added draft management signs to top of view line and top of cozy line
1557 Mollie Gibson Park Park permit check 9/22/2021 3:00 PM
I checked on a small birthday party in the park. No permit needed.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 9/22/2021 1:30 PM
Nina Wilmerding of Woody Creek, again. Louie the dog was off leash on the soft surface. I again informed the party where the off leash areas were, and told Nina that the next contact would be $100 citation
8138 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 9/22/2021 12:30 PM
Nina Wilmerding of Woody Creek and dog louie, walking through Jaffee without even having a leash. Informed that leash is required for the parking area, and still need to carry a leash for "sight and sound" areas.
8138 Stein Park (AVLT) Lost and Found 9/22/2021 12:30 PM
10 got a call about a found dog at Stein, Asked for OST help, dog reunited before my arrival
1557 Marolt Open Space Everything great 9/22/2021 12:30 PM
All parks staff meeting to discuss all things Parks.
8138 Maroon Creek Road Wildlife 9/22/2021 11:30 AM
Call was assured that a Bull moose and young moose were seen going up maroon creek
8138 Sky Mountain Park Signage 9/22/2021 10:00 AM
Added draft management comment signs to view line, airline, ditch line and cozy line
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail User conflict 9/22/2021 9:30 AM
Construction truck partially blocking the trail. Found the owner and the truck was moved.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/21/2021 2:30 PM
Helped a gentleman find a lost contact in the Rio. It was found!
8138 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Verbal Warning 9/21/2021 1:00 PM
Ashley Doph of FL, just bought a house in Basalt with a Jack Russell off-leash. Friendly. Educated on trail rules.
8138 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Verbal Warning 9/21/2021 12:45 PM
Michele Mcclinton of Basalt. Thought that Basalt Mass was sight/sound. I educated on rules and after, checked to see if the signage was still intact.
8137 Lazy Glen Open Space Illegal Camping 9/21/2021 11:45 AM
Suspected homeless, Silver Jeep CO: ADG-Y93 Julien Gonzales. Pink tagged and left HHS sheet. Deputies will do extra patrol tonight. Rangers check back on 9/22/21
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 9/21/2021 11:30 AM
8138 Sky Mountain Park Signage 9/21/2021 9:30 AM
Signs for management plan are in garage pending approval
8138 Seven Star Ranch Trails 9/21/2021 8:30 AM
Changed batteries in 7 star camera
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/20/2021 2:30 PM
Contact with David Bellman from Florida with two dogs off leash on HCT. Not aware of regs. First contact, verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/20/2021 1:45 PM
Contact with Rich Garbon for three dogs dragging leashes. Said he was told it was ok to drop leash, but also honest, because he was not in a rocky area. First contact. Verbal warning
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/20/2021 1:45 PM
Contact with Crawford Edwards for dog off leash on HCT. Very nice and compliant. First contact, verbal warning.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 9/20/2021 7:45 AM
Issued SO ticket P 7484 for overnight parking in Smuggler lot. BMW 537-ZDT. Silver 330i
8137 Administration Mutual Aid 9/18/2021 2:00 PM
Helped road and bridge and SO 12 requested chainsaw for large tree down in mountain valley. Big tree, good limbing practice. Saw in 107 was cutting nice after a slow start.
8137 Wheatley Beach Educational Contact 9/18/2021 1:00 PM
Educational contact for one dog off leash at Wheatley beach. Dog was playing in the water and I explained that was ok, but when on the beach please leash. Also parking at Wheatley was packed, I suspected possibly hunting access up the gulch.
8137 Bull Pen Lot Trash 9/18/2021 12:30 PM
Someone left their old brake pads behind the porta potty. Lots of trash in lot. Also very busy. Saw one dog off leash in the trail.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/18/2021 11:30 AM
4 cars, 6 people. One person didn’t use the porta potty to per, they used the bushes. Not much trash.
8137 Coal Creek Educational Contact 9/18/2021 10:30 AM
Educational contact with a family and dog off leash. Very nice, cooperative.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/18/2021 9:00 AM
Dispatch aired a call of a medium size brown dog running loose on the Rio near Shady Lane. I did see it from a far but it did not want to be caught. Ran away up into Willoby Way neighborhood.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 9/18/2021 9:00 AM
Contacted two women with a tiny white dog that jumped out of a stroller. Did not have a collar or leash. It got scared by the dog at large and jumped out.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/17/2021 4:45 PM
Fielded a complaint from a woody creek resident who commutes on a bicycle. She feels there are way too many e-bikes on the Rio. Going way too fast, not announcing, and she thinks most of them don’t know how to ride. I agree. I watched for about an hour. Several class 2 bikes, that were not being pedaled. People not announcing. Less than 50% wearing helmets. One woman said she did not know how to use her bell when I told her to announce. 🤯
8137 Coal Creek Accident/Rescue 9/17/2021 3:00 PM
Monitored a medical on Coal Basin trails. 12 was in the area, responded to a 30y/o male who was unconscious. He injured himself on the downhill jump line. Carbondale ambulance transported.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Trash 9/17/2021 2:30 PM
Fielded a request for another poo pot somewhere along the East of Aspen. A dog owner had picked up two poo bags. Had a nice chat about wildlife.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/17/2021 1:45 PM
Spoke to a couple picnicking at Stillwater to not use their speaker in the preserve. The man was not very friendly.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/16/2021 2:00 PM
Contacted a male beginning to walk his bike into James H Smith. Reminded bikes are not allowed and informed about moose in area.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/16/2021 1:00 PM
Responded to medical on the RGT at mm37. Provided best access and directed medic 96, then transported bikes to 4mountain sports.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Dog waste/bag on ground 9/16/2021 12:30 PM
Tagged a poop bag in Herron Park.
1557 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 9/16/2021 6:30 AM
AM Bear patrol. Tagged 6 unlocked dumpsters. Looking for a responsible party for a bear entry of a shared container in the alley behind NY pizza,BOSQ, and 7908.
1557 Rio Grande Park User conflict 9/15/2021 5:15 PM
A biker and a pedestrian had a near collision on the Rio Grande Trail. They agreed to disagree on who was at fault.
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Dog off leash - education contact 9/15/2021 3:30 PM
Berma and her two DOL / yellow labs. VW
8138 Maroon Creek Road Accident/Rescue 9/15/2021 1:00 PM
Helped Aspen ambi transport a bike to AVH for a patient who had a head injury. Patient was transported before I arrived.
8138 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 9/15/2021 10:00 AM
Matthew Isaac of Basalt, witnessed riding a one-wheel on cozyline and from several trail cam photos.
8138 Sky Mountain Park Verbal Warning 9/15/2021 10:00 AM
Jack Mudd of CA, one wheel on Cozyline, might be in other pics, but I cannot verify.
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill Followed-up on issue 9/15/2021 9:45 AM
Report from a city employee of our two orphaned moose in the Burlingame OS. Found them on Deer Hill bedded down.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/15/2021 9:30 AM
Noted a camper-looking van with an SO sticker on it. I was unable to get in to check and the traffic was bad with construction. There was also a report of construction vehicles vandalized/spraypainted from the night before.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 9/15/2021 9:00 AM
Changed level 3 moose at jhs to moose in area, pulled signe on eoa, below Stillwater bridge, updated sign log
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 9/15/2021 8:45 AM
Moved the moose sign from HTC to Stein park. Following the travels of our moose duo
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 9/14/2021 5:45 PM
Pink tagged AL: 31BA602 Observed parked all day with a trailer that looks like converted for camping
8139 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 9/14/2021 3:00 PM
Moe Owen, DOL with black lab. I was on my way to the moose call so I was just going to give a friendly educational reminder. He shouted “just give me a ticket” as I was explaining that dogs have to be leashed at all times when on the trail. Claimed the dog was playing in the water-which I assured was ok- but restated that when on the trail aka the gravel they must be leashed. Apparently warned recently by 8137&8135 while they were headed to check on a camp in the area. Cite next contact, updated in ranger mobile. VW
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 9/14/2021 2:00 PM
Responded to a call of a pair of moose near the rio/cemetery lane intersection. Our bull &calf buddies took a stroll down the rio and hung out in the pond across from slaughterhouse falls for most the afternoon. 1557 and I kept folks moving and the scene from getting too big.
8138 Administration Ticket Follow-up 9/14/2021 10:00 AM
K. Valley submission to court
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 9/13/2021 12:00 PM
8140 and I put out moose level 1 signage at the Hunter creek trailhead. Used moose sign from S gate. Updated sign log.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 9/13/2021 8:30 AM
40 was called to moose on HC & Lani White intersection. I responded from NS. Walked around then distraught woman showed me pics of young bull with calf walking from the HCT on the BLM lot connector and said they turned up Red Mountain Rd/ Hunter Creek Rd. 63 and I drove around but UTL. Put moose sign near Lone Pine entrance. Also, turns out the moose that have been chilling in Aspen slums were our young bull and calf pair! They might’ve upgraded to home on Red Mtn.
8138 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/13/2021 8:30 AM
Full walkthrough of lazy Glen, no signs of any camping
8138 Lazy Glen Open Space Verbal Warning 9/13/2021 8:30 AM
Dan Johns of Snowmass, DoL x3. Friendly contact, says he hikes there frequently off leash, but now knows regs. asked for off leash areas.
8140 U.S. Forest Service Property Mutual Aid 9/12/2021 7:45 PM
8138 got call from 20 at 5pm about a dog rescue one mile up Mt Sopris. 8140 responded w 8138, hiked up, bandaged, and slowly walked down. See report.
8140 Lazy Glen Open Space Illegal Camping 9/12/2021 6:00 PM
Possible camping at Lazy Glen. Someone called in suspicious fisherman they thought were camping. 64 responded, “clear no report”
8138 Penny Hot Springs Lost and Found 9/12/2021 11:30 AM
Someone left their nice front bike tire near the construction zone, giant mtb rim. Left in case owner returns
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 9/12/2021 11:15 AM
Contact with John Snyder for dog off leash on the upper Rio in duffys wiggles. Part time home owner, was using an e leash. Explained regs and wildlife rationale. Compliant first contact, VW
141 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Called to scene 9/12/2021 10:15 AM
Women and her dog was attacked by an unidentified white pitbull with beige spots. The owner of pitbull was described as a caucasian male in his 40's. The rp did not have a great description. The woman and her dog needed medical treatment for injuries. Please do extra patrol in this area and try to identify anyone who matches this description
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/12/2021 9:00 AM
Contact with Andrew Martin for golden retriever “Oliver” off leash on Hunter Creek Trail. Knows the regulation. First warning. Verbal warning.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/11/2021 6:30 PM
Motor scooter and ebike going dangerously slow on 82 hopped on to east of Aspen trail after takeout because they were scared. Spoke to them about appropriate speeds and usage of road vs trail. Going to difficult so suggested slower ebike on trail and motor scooter going speed limit
8140 City of Aspen Open Space Wildlife 9/11/2021 6:15 PM
Mama and baby moose hanging in high density neighborhood near smuggler. 116 and 126 alerted me over radio and asked for Kurtis # to alert moose are in town. Moose bedded down at 114 Neale st apartment building near pond. APD monitoring but wanted open space to know
8137 Lani White Trail Signage 9/11/2021 4:30 PM
Moved the leash dog sandwich board from Hunter Creek Trail to Lani White trail. I put the sign in about 40 feet from the entrance. Updated in signs.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 9/11/2021 4:00 PM
Verbal written warning for Christopher Chalmers with glass at the beach. Several friends had fathered at the beach and they had a lot of glass bottles and wine glasses. They removed immediately and were cooperative. Reminded the importance of knowing the regulations and reading signage. Verbal written warning.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Counters 9/11/2021 12:45 PM
Put the Trail counters back at RGT at RFC and RGT at Woody Creek
8137 Lani White Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/11/2021 10:00 AM
Took a call from distressed Erik Skarvan about dog off leash on Lani White trail. Two days in a row. Older white haired gentleman with yellow lab off leash. Ride and disrespectful to ESkarvan. 8138 responded and maybe contacted individual , but dog was leashed. Let’s up our patrols in the morning on Hunter Lani. Will move leash dog sandwich board today.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Lost and Found 9/11/2021 9:15 AM
Mary Boyd lost a dog named Gracie, found 2 hours later.
8138 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 9/11/2021 9:00 AM
DoL Sofia Webb of Basalt, short legged dog. Friendly
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 9/10/2021 11:00 AM
The tagged bundle of camping gear was gone this morning. Cleaned up a small amount of trash.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/10/2021 11:00 AM
Rio was pretty quiet in the morning, busier in afternoon. Lots of people headed to woody creek. Few requests for wayfinding signs near jaffee and at WC intersection. Handed out a band aid. Solid rio shred
8136 Pitkin Iron Trail Easement Patrol/Outreach 9/10/2021 10:00 AM
New wildlife camera set up near the river. It will send me videos to monitor activity. I'll get 8135 and 8137 setup with my login. Let me know if you are interested in getting lots of notifications throughout the day too..
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Trash 9/10/2021 9:30 AM
Quiet morning on HCT, saw only 3 small groups hiking. While in woods near salvation ditch, saw golden retriever with female owner with dark hair walk down off leash. Went to catch up and found fresh abandoned waste likely from same dog. UTL. Will be back same time next week!
8139 Open Space & Trails Trails 9/10/2021 8:00 AM
I have updated Mountain Bike Project for all of our trails with proper Ebike regulations as well as dogs. Trailforks has correct information.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Educational Contact 9/09/2021 6:00 PM
Turned around an SUV looking lost heading onto the RGT near the barn.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/09/2021 4:00 PM
Issued Jose Sordo Madaleno de Haro of mexico city, a PA for a dog at the beach. Other violations, WW.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/09/2021 3:15 PM
Issued Jose Sordo Madalena de Haro of mexico city a PA for dog at the beach. WW for other violations (speaker and fishing pole w/0 license)because he was cooperative.
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 9/09/2021 3:00 PM
3 non pedaling ebikes whipped by me, I said loud enough, not quite a yell, that they must pedal. Man did a smooch kiss face to me and kept speeding on. Gross. Not sure how to contact ebikes when dangerous riding
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Educational Contact 9/09/2021 2:00 PM
Received a call inquiring about RFC events at Filoha. Gave some background on the programs and forwarded to RFC website to register.
1558 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 9/09/2021 12:45 PM
A reminder to rangers that compliance entries older than four or 5 years should be disregarded in the case of small offenses. A recent case report (City) noted a warning I made and the party followed up to know when that was. It was from 2009 and should not have been included.
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 9/09/2021 9:30 AM
Checked on the tagged camp gear in Marolt OS. Still there, I will remove tomorrow if it is still there.
8140 City of Aspen Open Space Mutual Aid 9/09/2021 9:00 AM
8139 and 8149 responded to bike accident on High School trail near bus barn. CROs 142 and 143 requested open space help on right of ways and precedents for tickets/legal action following bike crashes. 66yo ebike male vs middle school female. Male taken to avh emergent, female to school nurse. Male was biking downhill with “excessive speed”. COA open space met with CROs after.
1557 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 9/09/2021 6:30 AM
Bear patrol, only 1 tagged dumpster.
1557 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 9/08/2021 2:00 PM
Attempted to issue a citation at 1055 Stage rd. Unsuccessful. Will attempt again tomorrow,
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 9/08/2021 1:30 PM
Red tagged a bundle of camping gear near the new headgate. 48 hours to remove.
8139 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Mutual Aid 9/08/2021 11:00 AM
Helped out bringing up some picnic supplies for the group restoring the buildings in the HC valley with HistoriCorps. Interesting project
1557 Parks Office Found vandalism 9/08/2021 10:30 AM
Exon graffiti bandit hit again. on Lone Pine trail. Put on the list to clean up.
8139 Moore Open Space Parking 9/08/2021 9:00 AM
Pink tagged 9 trucks parked in the Prince of Peace lot, clearly construction trucks parking there while working up in the Meadow wood neighborhood. This is the first day that i've noticed them so hopefully hitting them hard with tags will dissuade them from future issues. But also maybe not. CO:CXR-032 (Storm king mechanical), CO:AEC-F66 ( T&E enterprises), CO:BQS-A29 (Elk Point Masonry), CO:MHO-609 CO:BJN-F12 (Pacific Sheet Metal), CO:BRV-914 (Pacific Sheet Metal), CO:ADG-X88 CO:TQP-542 CO:200-DQG
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 9/07/2021 5:30 PM
Greg Botkins, runner with a DoL near John Denver Falls. Friendly.
8138 Pitkin Iron Trail Easement Patrol/Outreach 9/07/2021 4:00 PM
Went to check on the easement, there were tons of cars at the gate, they were working on getting the residents' wireless access going. Noel was there with the same story. He became aggressive and continued to badger me about "how many tickets" I've written. As he became more aggressive I told him that I was only there to help and if he continued to escalate, I would excuse myself from the situation. He calmed down some after that.
8135 Gold Butte Open Space Written Warning 9/07/2021 3:00 PM
Called and spoke with Arielle Shipe about a photo she posted with her dog at Gold Butte climbing area. She is going to remove the photo and now knows the regulations. The next violation will result in a citation. WW
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/07/2021 9:15 AM
Dog on leash, but got away from owner on trail, educated about wildlife
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 9/07/2021 8:30 AM
Installed a trail cam on the moose carcass near the beach
8135 Glassier Open Space Accident/Rescue 9/06/2021 6:30 PM
I responded to a call for a male unconscious and unknown breathing near Glassier Open Space. I was the last one on the scene and it ended up being what appeared to be an intoxicated man on the Rio. I did not end up assisting. Patient refusal.
8138 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 9/06/2021 4:30 PM
Almost ran over a small dog near the turnabout. I made contact with a couple, the female was less than agreeable. Talked to 8135 after, should have done a VW, and documented since the signs are up.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/06/2021 3:15 PM
Contact with Erin Sweeney for dog in the NSNP. Sweeneyi knew dogs were not allowed in the preserve, but didn’t realize the beach was in the preserve. Walked past signs. Easy contact. Penalty Assessment.
8138 Filoha Meadows Open Space Penalty Assessment 9/06/2021 12:45 PM
Dog in the Filoha Meadows Nature Preserve, near Penny hot springs. Griffin Malatino, friendly. Retriever or lab.
8138 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 9/06/2021 12:15 PM
Moved a small dog along from the springs
8138 Gerbaz Parking 9/06/2021 9:00 AM
Silver Jeep adg y93 Colorado. It’s setup that someone is living/sleeping. No one is home, but I left my card/no overnight parking.
8138 Jaffee Park Maintenance 9/06/2021 8:15 AM
Put some of the fence rails back up. No visible damage but I would suspect someone backed into a post. It’s not particularly loose
8140 Emma Trail Mutual Aid 9/05/2021 6:45 PM
Responded to report of open gates to Black Hills utility area off Emma trail. Gave 10 directions (I messed up down/up valley but he figured it out) and met him there. No suspected foul play, all way good except gate
8137 East of Aspen Trail Accident/Rescue 9/05/2021 3:30 PM
Educated trail walkers about to enter JHS that dog were prohibited.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/05/2021 2:30 PM
Educated a group of tubers to put in at South Gate instead of the beach.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/05/2021 2:30 PM
Educated supers with dog at wildwood to put in at South Gate, but need to leave dog in car.
8138 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 9/05/2021 2:30 PM
Cat off leash, Rona Miller. Friendly, said cat followed from home. Discussed how wildlife are hungry this time of year and why pets running freely disrupt the wildlife
8137 East of Aspen Trail Accident/Rescue 9/05/2021 1:30 PM
Responded to an e-bike accident at EOA and wildwood ln. 66yo female. Deformed left wrist, rib pain, minor abrasions. See report.
8140 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 9/05/2021 1:15 PM
PA for Dan Cohen for ebike on single track. Cozyline trail. Receptive on reasons and explaining few Mtn ebike options.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 9/05/2021 12:45 PM
Contact with Eric Ellis for audible music on the NSNP. Claimed to not know regulation and very apologetic. Opted for a verbal written warning.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/05/2021 11:15 AM
Made contact with Bob Olsen who takes care of the Walthen ditch, he was driving a golf cart on the rgt. He had a few unflattering things to say about OST to start, but quickly became friendly. Green, narrow golf cart/utv.
8140 Owl Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 9/05/2021 11:00 AM
Ebike accident above red barn. 63, 202, ambi all there before me. I helped transport bikes w 202. Might have been on phone and gone over handlebars according to Bach party friends. AOx2 scraped up.
8140 Cozy Point South Written Warning 9/05/2021 10:45 AM
Verbal written warning For DOL in Cozy Point South at field. Joe Shankland w Finn, mix with tan long hair. Said he thought it was a dog park from seeing dogs their previously and was upset I didn’t warn when he initially passed me leashed on brush creek trail? Explained leash rules, strict sky Mtn park rules nearby, and pointed towards some dog friendly Different guy. Very odd but went okay, went with verbal written warning, I got future compliance and could see a ticket just making it extra weird and escalated. I’m going to read up on cozy pt South plan parks and walks. Said he wanted signage on fields even though he recognized it was a farm
8138 Mills OSP Educational Contact 9/05/2021 10:15 AM
Spin rods, contacted from across the river, couldn’t check fishing license but moved them along
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/04/2021 4:30 PM
7 cars mostly along roadside. 20 people. Two dogs removed. Another dog arrived that was a “service” dog. Some trash.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/04/2021 4:15 PM
Issued Jessica Sigala a PA for dogs in the preserve. Friendly, cooperative. First contact, PA
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 9/04/2021 2:30 PM
8140 and I spray painted a few volcanoes from Stein up to Hunter creek. 109 and 107 will need more spray paint soon. I will check PW tomorrow.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 9/04/2021 12:00 PM
8140 and I responded to 57 yo male who had fallen down and sustained a head injury. Aspen Fire and aspen ambi helped with the walking out of the patient.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 9/04/2021 11:00 AM
After three days of tracking an injured mama moose, with the help of the concerned public, sheriff deputies and CPW, we found mama moose Frank across from the beach with baby hanging near by. Moose will be taken care of by predators, but likely have some interesting traffic near the beach access. Extra patrols in the area to educate the public and make sure people are compliant.
8137 Arciero Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 9/03/2021 1:30 PM
Spoke with Heidi John, homeowner across from Arciero, the house with the red caboose. She was unhappy about loud fishermen on the easement. The fishermen were also arguing with Heidi’s daughter.
1557 Marolt Open Space Followed-up on issue 9/03/2021 1:00 PM
I placed two cameras on the Marolt trail. Looking out for the Exon graffiti bandit.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Dog waste/bag on ground 9/03/2021 10:00 AM
Town was busy. Spent time in parks. Everything great!
8137 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/03/2021 9:30 AM
Spent two hours at Glassier this morning. No rule breakers.
8136 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 9/02/2021 5:00 PM
Fred Soyka with DOL near Burlingame Trail. Asked how to petition for change of regulation like we did at Jaffee. Recommended a letter to the OSTB. First offense. VW
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 9/02/2021 4:30 PM
8140 and I checked on the belongings associated with the camp near Stein Picnic near Stein Trail. Belongings had been removed. Continue to keep your eyes open along the rio for campers.. As we we leaving Stein Park a tall, thin, white male, with short light hair "BOOO'D" at 8140 and gave her a thumbs down. Maybe this is the camper? I did not recognize him. He was with James Hogue.
8138 Glassier Open Space Educational Contact 9/01/2021 9:45 AM
Downhill biker on a straight locked tires and nearly wrecked. Educated on speed and right of way.
8138 Owl Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/01/2021 8:15 AM
Saw a man enter the brush near 82. Invesigated, COA worker on ditch
8138 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 8/31/2021 1:30 PM
Aspen outfitters, compliant. Interestingly, nba players were their guests.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 8/31/2021 12:30 PM
Pink tagged three poo bags ☹️
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/31/2021 10:00 AM
Contact with Dane Roybal for dol on the Hunter Creek Trail. From front range, friendly. Verbal warning.
8138 Sky Mountain Park Trails 8/31/2021 9:00 AM
Cleared more than average sticks on skyline ridge. Not sure if something happened. Keep an eye out
8137 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 8/30/2021 3:45 PM
Discovered evidence of camping, and then belongings. Also saw a person in the area, definitely suspected it was the camper. Returned with 8135 and SO but did not make contact. Left pink tag on belongings and gave 72 hours to vacate. Keep an eye out in the area.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 8/30/2021 3:30 PM
Contact with Steve Busky for dol near Stein falls. Friendly man looking for places to fish with dog off leash. Directed toward the Stein Trail and Jaffee river trail, but talked about ability to watch dog while fishing. First contact verbal warning
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/30/2021 1:00 PM
Received a call from Katie (970) 404-2922. She has lost her dog near the base of HCT. She has informed the shelter, SO, APD, and has made posts on FB. Dog discription- Pitbull mix, orange in color, black stripes, white chest, about 60 pounds, goes by the name of George. Will not come to you if you try and get him. Call Katie if you locate.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/29/2021 5:30 PM
Full lot with at least 10 cars parked on both side of the road upstream from the hot springs. People where walking on the road and opening their doors to traffic with little worries. I could. It get in to check the springs. Very dangerous.
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Lost and Found 8/29/2021 3:00 PM
Cyclist told me of goats on the Rio near the Emma Schoolhouse. I soon realized they were just passed the Emma Trail underpass on the rfta managed section of Rio. Did some sleuthing and left voicemail to suspected owner at 2101 Emma Rd, Paul Noto. Will check again in a bit, these guys can jump so not much I can do…
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/29/2021 2:15 PM
Elderly male passed out near Grindley Bridge. Possible heat exhaustion. Medics recommended being checked out at the hospital but the patient continued to refuse care despite acting, "confused". Medics and I walked the patient out to meet with his daughter. 8138 brought the daughter to our location and they left together. See report
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/29/2021 2:00 PM
Contacted young male with spin rod near the pedestrian bridge. Explained where to use such equiptment.
8140 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 8/29/2021 7:00 AM
Pink tagged CO: OWL-296 black VW golf for overnight parking. Had been observed previously Okay
8140 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 8/29/2021 7:00 AM
SO ticket for CO: QUI-985 grey 4Runner for overnight parking in day use. Observed and warned previously
8140 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/28/2021 3:45 PM
6 cars in parking area, 2 cars upvalley of parking on down valley shoulder. 15 people in hotspring. No trash, nice people asking about Filoha access and offering metal detectors when I came back to search for lost key fob.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/28/2021 3:30 PM
Rebecca Weiskile for a wedding photoshoot near the beach on East of Aspen Trail.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Accident/Rescue 8/28/2021 1:30 PM
Responded to an e-bike accident on the east of Aspen trail near private bridge driveway. A deer jumped across trail causing accident. Transported to AVH. Bikes transported by 8139. See report.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/28/2021 12:00 PM
Contact with Aaron Murphy, an employee of Hamilton Sports for shuttling a commercial trip at NS preserve. They shuttled 12 boards. I explained permit process and that next violation would be a citation. WW
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/28/2021 12:00 PM
Educational contact with two men walking down to beach with glass. Immediately returned glass to vehicle and apologized.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/28/2021 11:30 AM
Contact with Coby (Jacob) Langley for bike in the preserve and audible music. He did have a sleeping baby in the trailer, and said he does not come to the beach often. He did take the bike back up to the rack and turned off music. I opted for a verbal written warning because all the other violations today.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/28/2021 11:00 AM
Educational a couple with tubes and a dog at South Gate. Unaware of regs, opted to park the dog somewhere in the shade near takeout.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/28/2021 10:45 AM
Contact with Stuart Dave Barrett AKA Aloha Dave for commercial activity without a permit at NS. See report. PA. Wedding party Shuttled by Nomi Limo.
8137 Moore Open Space Educational Contact 8/28/2021 9:30 AM
Contact with a man and a dol at Moore. Very friendly leashed immediately.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 8/28/2021 8:00 AM
Male moose bedded down in the trees down stream from the beach (between beach and north gate). Chilled and observed for a bit. Seems to be having an easy Saturday morning in the preserve
8139 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 8/27/2021 7:00 PM
Issued Todd Welden, of aspen, a PA for ebike violation in sky mtn park. He’s been photographed several times riding seven Star. He was understanding, disappointed that he couldn’t ride his ebike but was cooperative. Had a productive conversation about participating in the public comment and was interested in trying to get a senior pass similar to the one at the upper hunter creek lot for older ebikers who “still want to get out”. PA
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 8/27/2021 3:45 PM
Bear crossed the rio from below gold butte and headed to the river. Starting to be that time of year
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Lost and Found 8/27/2021 3:30 PM
Returned the Jamis bike from Stein Park to "John". He was quite upset we removed his bike from the park despite it being there for over a month.
8140 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Educational Contact 8/27/2021 2:30 PM
Gave heads up to two groups with DOL about leash rules as they headed towards Hunter Creek. One group knew and thanked for reminder, other was confused and bummed but understood when I explained known regulations for those that are scared of dogs, wildlife. Group one was large white poodle mix, second group two guys with medium black athletic dogs
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/27/2021 1:45 PM
DOL above Benedict Bridge. English second language so just explained leash rules as woman walked away from me. Larger black dog, kinda shaggy hair on a short leash.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 8/27/2021 1:00 PM
Stopped a woman walking down towards the beach, informed her that dogs are not allowed in the preserve. She said they were “just dropping their stuff off”. Was less than happy to hear that doesn’t matter how long they intended to be down there, dogs are not allowed. Huffed off before I could get contact info but def a VW not an educational contact.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/27/2021 1:00 PM
Chatted with a couple putting in paddle boards at the beach. Unaware of it being not one of the put ins, said they had gone by (I’m assuming maybe ) South Gate and saw a sign saying you couldn’t put in there and that “there were no cars there” so saw the cars at the beach and decided to put in there.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/27/2021 12:15 PM
Spoke to two guys pumping up paddle boards at the beach. Informed them of the designated put ins/ take outs and where to park. Chatted about the low flows. Friendly and cooperative
8139 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 8/27/2021 10:15 AM
Went to rangers ballards bike school. Picked up some tips and get some style. 8140 is gonna be setting QOMs
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill Found resource damage 8/27/2021 10:00 AM
The pond at Promenade Park was overflowing running down to stein trail and flowing down the Trail. I made contact with the city of Aspen irrigation crew and they repaired the issue.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 8/26/2021 5:30 PM
Moved the sandwich board from Stein park down to woody creek area. Looking at the signage log looks like things have been in place for a while…month+ might be time for a reshuffle
1557 Parks Office Issued citation 8/26/2021 10:00 AM
Clarks Osyter Bar . Improper use of wildlife proof container. 12. 08. 030
1557 Parks Office Litter all over 8/26/2021 6:30 AM
Compost can unlock tipped over. Bear intrusion. Clark’s Oyster Bar.
8138 Jaffee Park Written Warning 8/25/2021 12:00 PM
Steven Rumbaugh and Gregory Rumbaugh, DBA Aspen Fly Fishing, guests didn't have licenses. See email
8139 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Maintenance 8/25/2021 11:00 AM
Cut/removed two downed trees from Tootsieroll reported to 8138
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/24/2021 5:00 PM
Guy with a bike, asked him to move bike to rack, he said he wouldn't, it's a 7000 dollar bike. I said he could leave with it, but the bike can't stay. He called me many names, but eventually complied
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 8/24/2021 5:00 PM
Mental health first aid. sent report
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/24/2021 5:00 PM
Dog at beach.
1557 Marolt Open Space Double w/other officer 8/24/2021 2:00 PM
With 115 & a rep. from Mind Springs. Contact made with Bruce, camping in Marolt . 115 was making arrangements for relocation to SOS.
8137 Moore Open Space Written Warning 8/24/2021 12:30 PM
Flatbed trailer with red fleet tax co:OWJ-578 pink tagged in prince of peace lot. Check back in AM.
8138 Redstone Park Educational Contact 8/24/2021 11:15 AM
Gave an individual from CA my card with dispatch number to call regarding Motorbike use, his bike wasn't registered (on the back of his van)
1557 Parks Office Graffiti removal 8/24/2021 11:15 AM
Painted over Exon graffiti on a green electric box on the post office trail.
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Dog off leash - education contact 8/24/2021 10:15 AM
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/24/2021 10:00 AM
Contact with Marty Conflenti of Aspen Airport Valet for commercial violation at NS preserve. Called in by C MaCaurthur for commercial violation. Contacted at takeout. Aggressive and heated personality. Calmed down some and interested in permit process. Not happy about Cmac calling him in. First warning. Verbal written warning
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 8/24/2021 10:00 AM
Putting my bike on the truck at BC lot a guide from Aspen Fly Fishing wanting me to know that Aspen Outfitters take guests without fishing licenses.
1557 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Dog off leash - education contact 8/23/2021 5:30 PM
1557 North Star/James H. Smith Cyclist contact 8/23/2021 4:45 PM
Turned around 3 bikers starting to ride into JHS.behind the gate.VW.
8138 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Accident/Rescue 8/23/2021 4:30 PM
Lost party that 67 had a call for, gave information on how to self extricate, and responded, UTL and party self extricated.
8138 Brush Creek Trail Signage 8/23/2021 4:00 PM
added no motorcycle icons for Ted to the top and bottom, put them where we normally put no dog icons
1559 Marolt Open Space Found vandalism 8/23/2021 4:00 PM
Exxon vandal at Chapel trail
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 8/23/2021 3:00 PM
Contacted Bruce camping on Marolt OS with 125 and 103. Bruce is moving in the correct direction to obtain housing. Connected him to 115 for further help with SOS.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 8/23/2021 2:00 PM
replaced faded sign nearest Red Mtn road near BLM lot
1559 Parks Office Found vandalism 8/23/2021 12:15 PM
Phone Meeting with Detective 122 in regards to plan for vandalisms.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary User conflict 8/23/2021 10:30 AM
Observed Dog chasing two deer across bottom of Tiehack. Contacted individual, gathered information, and passed along to 40
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Cyclist contact 8/23/2021 10:30 AM
Escort 6 E-bikers to the Shady Lane on Rio Grand trail. They asked for directions and could not understand verbal directions due to language barriers.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/23/2021 9:00 AM
Otherside walk with ACES, fun and informative
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 8/23/2021 6:15 AM
Bear trash Violation, alley behind Belly-up. Trash all over ground. Belongs to Johnathon Abshire, house keeper Anna Gomez 970-987-4519
8140 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 8/22/2021 4:00 PM
Walking trail and said hi to woman with dog. She immediately volunteered that she would pick up the poop bag she left on the ground earlier. I explained that was against regulations and an $100 ticket as too many people forget and we don’t want to encourage that behavior. I asked that next time she immediately carry the waste with her or walk to trash can. She was 7mins from trash can when I made contact, though I saw no poop bags on way out so hopefully she remembers whatever spot she left it. Yellow lab, lady with brown hair.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/22/2021 3:30 PM
Medium speed chase with ebikes with throttle. Saw three folks fly by Stein park without peddling. I tried to catch up but came up short. Looked like those Super73 minibikes
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/22/2021 3:15 PM
A man asking about fishing on the preserve and looking for spots to fish. Directed him to Pitkin outside and the brochure.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/22/2021 3:15 PM
Family, on member had one glass bottle, took it to car.
8138 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 8/22/2021 2:00 PM
8135 told 8136 who told me there was a group of 4 with a range rover who were spin casting at Jaffee. On my way I learned from guides that they might be commercial and "harvesting" fish. I made contact with 4, determined that it was a group of friends from Indiana, with one party member who is a new resident of CO and the valley. I told them why I was making contact, they volunteered to open their cooler, and showed me that they were catch and release and had flattened their barbs. I gathered ID's and checked fishing licenses which were valid. I walked them back to the parking area, and explained the Fishing Brochure and Pitkin Outside as well as lectured on checking fishing regulations etc. All 4 were friendly, compliant, and ignorant of the regulations. I issued a Verbal Warning. Scott Warwick of Denver Thomas Fine of Indiana James Bates of Indiana William Bates of Indiana
8140 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/22/2021 1:30 PM
10 cars, 19ppl. Parking is hazardous, blind to get out and construction prevents ranger trucks from fitting well on down valley/Carbondale side of construction
8140 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/22/2021 7:30 AM
58 responded to reports of “unwanted comments” to a woman from a man with “sunburns and white hair” from 645. He took a report. I walked by later, 5 cars, 10ppl, 1 dog who left as they saw me from Filoha. Guy may have put dog in duffle bag, as the car he was lingering around had windows up….
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Found vandalism 8/22/2021 7:15 AM
Exxon vandal on Lower Hunter sign and post office map, with marker
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Found resource damage 8/22/2021 7:15 AM
Examined Rio Grande Tr bridge damage from falling tree the night prior. Passed along to Trails.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/21/2021 6:30 PM
Contact with David Harvey of Virginia fir dog in the preserve. The dog was on leash and they were sitting just inside the preserve. Felt that they had not entered the preserve. I opted for a verbal written warning, seeing that they were trying to do the right thing. They also reported seeing a large bull moose near north gate lot, when their dog was in the car!
8136 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Educational Contact 8/21/2021 3:00 PM
Contacted a male who leashed his dog when he saw me on HC cutoff. I assumed he didn't have his dog on leash while on OST. Insisted he "just took him off". Reminded of $100 fine.
8140 Glassier Open Space Written Warning 8/21/2021 1:30 PM
Paige Narum with golden doodle Mtn biking. Saw two women biking up with dog but didn’t succeed in contact. While eating lunch at trailhead, one woman and dog sped by me. I drove following hoping to chat in Hooks Spur lot. The woman and dog were nowhere to be found and I was confused as to where they could’ve gone. I then walked towards the homestead on the Rio and found them in the bushes “getting shade”. She told me she was told of the regulations by another user so they biked down the two-track. I explained dogs weren’t allowed in any part of Glassier. The whole thing was beyond awkward. Should’ve ticketed.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Graffiti removal 8/21/2021 10:00 AM
Painted over graffiti on the trail at Stein Park.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 8/20/2021 4:30 PM
Jessica Fass facetime-ing while ebiking in shale bluffs. Nearly hit me head on. Discussed biking safely and pointed out steep drop-off the trail.
8140 Smuggler Mountain Open Space E-bike Contact 8/20/2021 3:00 PM
Responded to runners report of ebikes on BTS from Benedict bridge. UTL. Spoke with some Mtn bikers while checking out the trails and they said they’ve been seeing a lot of ebikes lately on BTS, lollipop, govt trail, and some at sky Mtn.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/20/2021 1:00 PM
Contacted two men riding bikes with fishing poles. Unfamiliar with area. Explained NSNP regs and recommended Pitkin Outside for fishing info.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/20/2021 12:30 PM
Guided two folks with ebikes back to bike rack from entering beach.
1557 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Park permit check 8/20/2021 12:00 PM
Reports of a yoga class at Paepcke Park. It was friends just doing yoga together. No permit is needed.
8140 Stein Trail Lost and Found 8/20/2021 10:45 AM
Tagged a small pink bike with missing seat for removal at end of Burlingame Trail just before the private property gate. 48hrs 8/22 remove. Also saw a lady semi confidently go over the property fence and she said hi to me after she went over so guessing it’s good. Lil odd
8136 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/20/2021 8:00 AM
Early patrol for dogs at Glassier. Few people we're out and about. One woman swiftly turned around when she saw me from a distance. Obviously avoided me but I caught up and no dog or violations. :/
1559 City Golf Course Issued citation 8/20/2021 7:30 AM
Failure to pick up dog waste citation to Glen Kalimchuk at Tot Lot Park
8139 Jaffee Park Signage 8/19/2021 2:00 PM
Signage for leashing dogs in the parking area is up
8140 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/19/2021 1:00 PM
4 cars, 9 people. No trash around, didn’t spot the dog poop. Upper pools are flooded all water is muddy. Saw a person with husky dog leave as soon as they saw me and peeled out of lot when I resurfaced up there. Left in a red orange rav 4 CO: BTJ-B06
1557 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Issued verbal warning 8/18/2021 1:15 PM
Contact made with the driver of Co BVX. for driving more than 1 block on the clearly marked bike/ped route.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 8/18/2021 1:00 PM
Karen Hathaway, of Snowmass. DoL Upper Rio, near Stein Falls, friendly contact
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Dog off leash - education contact 8/18/2021 12:30 PM
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/18/2021 11:00 AM
Linda Porter, DoL near the top of hunter creek, says she was dog sitting, friendly contact, talked about moose, bears and her hiking club
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Found resource damage 8/18/2021 9:45 AM
Evidence of a camper last night in Stein park. No one was present but left behind trash that was not there yesterday. I will be in the area early tomorrow and will check.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 8/18/2021 9:30 AM
Put up some new No dogs allowed (on paddle boards) at the take out and Wildwood. Didn’t think the other kiosks required additional signs because they have big No Dogs signs already
1557 City Golf Course Cyclist contact 8/17/2021 5:00 PM
Contact made with a family of 4 riding E-bikes on the #2 fairway. I redirected them to the road.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/17/2021 2:45 PM
Contact with Kelsey Valley for audible music at the NSNP beach. She was aware of the regulation, and seemed very wiling to pay the fine. Penalty Assessmnet.
8138 Pitkin Iron Trail Easement Written Warning 8/17/2021 2:30 PM
Elk Mountain Anglers, Christopher Pavlin, guest didn't have a license. Claimed he wife was working on it. Finally got a valid license. Guest had rod in hand and line in water when I kayaked up. WW.
8138 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 8/17/2021 2:15 PM
Mustafa Ciber and son spin casting at Jaffee. Informed of Regulations and moved them along.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/17/2021 1:00 PM
Took a call about floating NSNP. Questions about moose. I answered all the questions.
8137 Pitkin Iron Trail Easement Patrol/Outreach 8/17/2021 11:30 AM
Listened to Noel Richardson complain about fishing. We can’t sleep because of the noise the fishers make when they catch a fish. He wants someone to do something ASAP.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/17/2021 11:00 AM
Took a call about fishing at NSNP. Gave other area to fish.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penalty Assessment 8/17/2021 9:30 AM
Penny Hot Springs was gross. Looks like folks partied there the night before. I cleaned it and noted the dog poop IN the lower hot springs and in the parking lot. I also had one guy remove a dog out of the hot springs and into his vehicle.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Maintenance 8/17/2021 9:30 AM
I tightened sign screws on airline to intersection with cozy, all the signs up the ridge line, and intersection with view line. And signs in deadline. Still need to check bottom of Cozy, view, ditch line and all of seven Star.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/16/2021 5:00 PM
DoL Nick Ufkes of Aspen. Friendly easy contact, explained regs.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Issued citation 8/16/2021 6:45 AM
Issued Citation to Valerie MacDonald for failure to pick up dog waste. Not nice.
8139 Administration Maintenance 8/15/2021 6:00 PM
Anyone else notice the maintenance required light on in 108? Is there a service request submitted?? Just noticed it but didn’t want to double up if it’s already in motion.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/15/2021 5:30 PM
contacted a user at the beach with a dog, it was a service dog and was a friendly contact. It was a king cavalier charles, and we'll probably see them again.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 8/15/2021 4:00 PM
Added a larger dog icon at the paraglide LZ and no access signs at social trails at JHS and near the southgate launch.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 8/15/2021 4:00 PM
Contacted a gentleman about being in the closure near the paraglide site. Checked with 8135 and was correct, I told the gentleman that only landing is allowed, ground operations aren't.
1559 Parks Office Litter moderate 8/15/2021 3:15 PM
Collected debris from Main st.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Closure violation 8/15/2021 2:00 PM
Encountered a gentleman reading on one of the restoration area beaches; asked him to vacate.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/15/2021 1:00 PM
Contacted male and female with dog on river left near pedestrian bridge. Reminded they could not access the water in any other location with a dog. Explained sensitive wildlife in the area etc. They were obviously unfamiliar with area. Seemed to have lucked out by choosing this location to have a dog..
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/15/2021 12:00 PM
Another person wandered into the paragliding LZ while chatting on the phone. Email sent to TO requesting a new gate.
8136 East of Aspen Trail Accident/Rescue 8/15/2021 11:30 AM
68 yo woman involved in bike crash vs dirt. Aspen Ambi arrived on scene prior to myself. Transported to AVH. Offered to transport bike and asked friends if they could give me some info on the accident. Not friendly or interested in providing details. They did say it was not caused due to any trail imperfections.
8137 Stein Trail Mutual Aid 8/14/2021 4:30 PM
Monitored a call about a naked male seen at the Stein Bridge. RP also reported same male on a bike shirtless, the description sounded a lot like Todd Profitt. I told 62 we may know who the alleged skinny dipper was, but he never called for my info….
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 8/14/2021 4:00 PM
Seems like more folks are wandering into the paragliding LZ because there isn't a swinging gate there anymore since the fence was replaced.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Double w/other officer 8/14/2021 4:00 PM
Contacted the group of kids who have been trashing the area under the trees on the west end of the park; with 1557. Instructed them to pick up plastic cups and that trees with be limbed up high if littering continues.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/14/2021 3:30 PM
Issued Kaelyn Kroeger a PA for a portable speaker at the beach. Aware of the regs and warned by friends that rangers were in the area and would give a ticket. Friendly and compliant. First contact, PA
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 8/14/2021 3:15 PM
Responded to a call about an injured biker on the Rio in the driveway section near mm 32. First on scene. See report. Transported husband to home.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/14/2021 3:15 PM
Spoke to another male blowing up a paddleboard in the parking area at the beach, unaware of the regulations regarding designated launch points. He happily packed up his board and went to South Gate. "Wanted to do the right thing"
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 8/14/2021 3:15 PM
Flagged down by man whose wife was having a hard time on the Rio. After investigation, they simply need to take it slow.
1559 Rio Grande Park Followed-up on issue 8/14/2021 2:30 PM
Found and returned lost iphone to individual
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/14/2021 2:00 PM
Spoke to a couple blowing paddleboards up in the beach access parking area. Unaware that it was not one of the designated launch points. Friendly and cooperative.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/14/2021 2:00 PM
Saw someone standing in the river upstream from the Stillwater Bridge fishing from the river. Spoke to them when they floated down, a teenager and his mother. Informed him that fishing was only permitted from a watercraft not from the river. Mom said she had been trying to remind him of that. The second half of the group was fishing with spinner rods but with artificial flies, unusual but I couldn't find anything stating the type of rods only about the lures.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 8/14/2021 11:00 AM
Contact with Danielle Grivalsky for 3 dol on HCT. Said she unleashed for steep rocky section. I believed her. Very nice and cooperative, but last warning. Verbal written warning
1557 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Litter minimal 8/14/2021 9:30 AM
Walkthrough of Mills OS./ Aspenmass Area.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/13/2021 1:30 PM
7 cars, 9 people, 1 dog removed, several cans and glass bottles near porta potty, and three diapers.
8139 Jaffee Park Parking 8/13/2021 12:00 PM
Older style (DIY) ram van parked with window coverings. Possible camper, will check back later.
8137 Bull Pen Lot Trash 8/13/2021 11:45 AM
picked up a whole bucket full of trash from the Bull pen parking lot. Things were pretty scattered away from the actual parking area.
8139 Pitkin Iron Trail Easement Signage 8/13/2021 11:30 AM
Extra patrol of the area. See email regarding incorrect signage.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 8/13/2021 11:00 AM
Job Interview
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Followed-up on issue 8/13/2021 8:00 AM
Found and disposed of human waste as picnic table near Rotary Field
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/11/2021 3:00 PM
Floated south gate to wildwood. Still floatable, but there are approx 5 spots where there is shallow maneuvering. my board didn't touch until the beaver dam near the takout
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Followed-up on issue 8/11/2021 1:15 PM
Missing dog on the Ajax trail. Walked the trail from Koch Park to Ajax Park. UTL
8138 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Verbal Warning 8/11/2021 11:00 AM
DoL Mitch Coghlan of Revelstoke. Friendly VW
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Followed-up on issue 8/11/2021 10:00 AM
Reports of men removing trees and other plants from the park. City crews working hard to make the park more useable and beautiful.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog waste kudos 8/10/2021 4:30 PM
Everything great!
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 8/10/2021 4:30 PM
8138 Administration Patrol/Outreach 8/10/2021 3:00 PM
Got an envelope from Katherine aces, from yogis parents for 8139. On desk
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/10/2021 2:45 PM
Bike at beach
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Maintenance 8/10/2021 2:00 PM
Got word from Ted the toilet had a lock on it. It didn’t
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/10/2021 12:30 PM
Contact with an couple and their dog, parked at the NS beach in an old camper. Suspected camping, and possibly dog in the preserve. Gave info about no dogs in the preserve and no camping. Seemed receptive, but wanted to know where they could park their rig. Please check in the morning.
1557 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Litter minimal 8/10/2021 12:30 PM
Passthrough of Cozy Point, first time in a while. Everything looks good.
8137 Mills OSP Trash 8/10/2021 9:30 AM
8138 and I picked up the tarp and other trash from Mills. The SOS residents were happy to take the tarp!
8138 Mills OSP Trash 8/10/2021 9:00 AM
Went with 8137 to get the tarp and cleaned other misc trash
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/09/2021 5:30 PM
Family playing music quietly at beach. Informed them of regulations and talked about nature preserve. They seemed genuine and I determined a good warning was enough for compliance.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/09/2021 5:30 PM
Family with 4 young kids putting boards on car after hanging at beach. Told dad regulations. He said similar comments to others, safety, simple with kids etc
8140 Mills OSP Trash 8/09/2021 1:30 PM
There is a large tarp down the hill near the beginning of the trail down. Two rangers could fairly easily get it with that as a plan. Looks like just tarp that has blown down
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/08/2021 1:30 PM
50ppl at beach! Almost 20 came on bikes so lots of bikes on fence. All families and mostly compliant, gave Ed contact for blueberry Smirnoff bottle and bottle of rose - 2 diff parties
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/08/2021 11:00 AM
Turned around a family with tubes from Wildwood. River 27cfs. Things are winding down and no natty up here. People don’t take sign seriously
8139 Administration Maintenance 8/07/2021 5:00 PM
Cleaned and organized the back of 108. Let’s try and keep it tidy gang
8140 Stein Park (AVLT) Lost and Found 8/07/2021 4:30 PM
Took bike that was locked to Aspen tree between picnic area and park area to lockup. Cut bike lock.
8140 Stein Park (AVLT) Accident/Rescue 8/07/2021 3:30 PM
Dad flagged me down for first aid after a bike fall. Teen daughter had minor scrapes to the knee that I helped clean and apply gauze bandage. Her left hand was visibly shaking and swollen and she had limited mobility. Described pain as with movement but also point pain in wrist and hand. I suggested AVH or snowmass clinic to get checked out for possible sprain or small fracture. Dad asked about just a brace, said Carl’s Pharmacy might have them. She was in a visible discomfort so I suggested seeing doctor.
1557 Smuggler Mountain Followed-up on issue 8/07/2021 3:00 PM
Picking up marathon flagging &signs. Bottom of Smuggler to Reo Grand Park.
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 8/07/2021 2:15 PM
Checked on the tagged duffel from two days ago. UTL
1557 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog waste kudos 8/07/2021 12:00 PM
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 8/07/2021 11:30 AM
Responded with 40 and 76 to a report of “two unattended Mtn lion Cubs on Hunter Creek”. I spoke to witnesses and they were described to be playing and heading down towards river from the private property before the HC kiosk and just before where you cross that driveway near Emilie Benedict Park sign.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Found resource damage 8/07/2021 9:00 AM
Gravel spread across the trail in front of a house under construction. I was able to clear it out if the way.
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 8/07/2021 8:00 AM
Issued tickets to CO: CHL-176, and CO:BDR-M08 for overnight parking. This is the 3rd ticket for BDR-M08 and second for CHL-176.
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 8/07/2021 8:00 AM
Pink tagged CO: CIS-325, first offense. Spoke to RO of CO: AEF-289, aware there is no overnight parking and informed him that the next time will be a ticket. Didn't seem phased by the conversation, feel like will likely violate Day Use regs in the future.
8139 Stein Trail Signage 8/06/2021 3:30 PM
Locked the Leash Law sign to the fence on the switchbacks. Going to be hard to toss that now….jerks.
8135 Pitkin Iron Trail Easement Patrol/Outreach 8/06/2021 3:00 PM
OS rangers monitored a call about Noel Richardson harrassing fishing guides with a chainsaw. I talked to 14 and Paul. OST will be meeting next week to decide how to approach this going forward.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/06/2021 2:45 PM
Pink tagged NE: WPS-355 black Lincoln suv for parking across from takeout. They owners noticed as I was leaving and came to chat. I explained it was a warning and that there were signs due to safety. I pointed to his friend who was walking up the road blocking traffic and explained that was the exact reason. Another friend had a close call while crossing. Stressed the danger and need to pay better attention
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/06/2021 2:30 PM
Spoke with three young boys about fishing regulations as they were fishing from beach shore with spin rods and lures. Explained reasons and gave them a couple places to go. Parents had asked me before and were sitting far from kids but didn’t tell me their kids were doing it, later saw dad and he said he wanted me to be the one to tell them they can’t. Funny. Kids had good questions
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 8/06/2021 12:00 PM
Responded to 15+ looky-loos at Jennie Adair Wetlands and the Rio Grande with 144. As I attempted to locate, people showed me pictures of the smaller bull on the grass near post office and walking Rio. When I arrived it had entered aces. ACES says it’s been coming the last 5 days or so. 144 put sign at Rio & Shady Ln. might be good to have one across from post office as well
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/06/2021 11:15 AM
Was unable to catch up to runner with two small DOL. I called out and he somehow didn’t hear me…
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/06/2021 10:30 AM
Scott with DOL named Simba near upper kiosk. Poodle mix w sandy color. Explained where dogs could be off leash headed to smuggler.
1557 Smuggler Mountain Everything great 8/06/2021 8:00 AM
Happily spent most of the marking the Mt. marathon trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Illegal Camping 8/05/2021 5:30 PM
Max has parked his camper on OS near the Rio and entrance to Pitkin Iron. I’ll get the SO on it tomorrow.
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Litter minimal 8/05/2021 5:00 PM
Hiked the East side of the Ajax trail. Friendly contacts were made with several hikers. Picked up small amounts of trash.
1557 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Dog off leash - education contact 8/05/2021 1:00 PM
Contact made with 4 separate parties DOL. VW.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Educational Contact 8/05/2021 1:00 PM
Contacted a group of three families with about 10 kids total. Let them know it would be better if they put in at south gate because of the low water. The fathers all acted annoyed of me and one said yeah I know and we are goin to put on anyway.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 8/05/2021 12:15 PM
Contacted a 20yo male who I saw passing back and forth near a downed bycicle near the woody creek trailhead. He had hurt his hand. I helped clean and put on a bandage then gave him and his bike a ride back into town.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Followed-up on issue 8/05/2021 10:00 AM
Continuing to monitor parks for dog waste issues.
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Litter minimal 8/04/2021 6:00 PM
Walkthrough of Red Butte found evidence of previous camping. Cleaned up small amounts of trash.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/04/2021 4:30 PM
Spoke with a dog owner on the Stillwater bridge about where dogs are allowed to swim. Polite and cooperative
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/04/2021 4:30 PM
Some guys had a speaker (not on) about the regs. They had “set everything up and totally forgot about it”. Chatted about the zero tolerance and warned about the fines.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/04/2021 4:30 PM
Spoke with two males (and a third pumping up his board in the parking zone) about the beach not being a designated put-in/take out. Pointed them to South Gate with these water levels
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Dog waste/bag on ground 8/04/2021 3:00 PM
Placed a red tag on a fresh-looking bag.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/04/2021 12:00 PM
Bremen PA2323 has been submit to court.
1557 Marolt Open Space Followed-up on issue 8/04/2021 11:30 AM
A passerby reported she saw camping gear stashed in the upper portion of the park. I red-tagged a large green duffel bag. I will check on it in two days.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/04/2021 10:00 AM
Received a call asking condition of RGT from recent mudslides. 1557 reported our crew nearly done with clearing the trail. Should be clear by the end of today.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 8/03/2021 5:00 PM
Attended National Night Out with 8138. Good turn out. Hats were a hit as always.
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Dog waste - education contact 8/03/2021 3:30 PM
8137 Sky Mountain Park Mutual Aid 8/03/2021 1:00 PM
Gave Tina 243 a stack of e-bike brochures.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 8/03/2021 12:00 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash in roadway! Compliant, friendly.
1557 Snyder Park Dog waste kudos 8/03/2021 12:00 PM
Reminding them of the importance of picking up their dog's waste.
8137 Stein Park (AVLT) Lost and Found 8/03/2021 11:00 AM
Pink tagged a Jamis cruiser bike tucked in the aspens at Stein Park. I think it’s been there a while. It is locked to a tree. Said we would remove it in 3 days. Check back on Friday. Will send a text with pic. There was another bike next to it that was not there yesterday????
1557 Rio Grande Trail Found resource damage 8/03/2021 10:00 AM
Several small mudslides between mm 37 and mm 38.5. The county is aware.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 8/03/2021 10:00 AM
Educated two separate dog walkers not using their leashes. Both from a distance when I was shoveling mud. Reminded them that wildlife was nearby including bears, moose, deer, mountain lions etc
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 8/03/2021 9:00 AM
Ride along with ACES natty. Others may reach out to us. Schedule one common patrol rather than a full day of shadowing.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 8/03/2021 8:00 AM
Checked on the mudslides after last nights rain. Luckily, no more noticeable debris came down. I moved a few larger boulders, and cleaned up the paths through the mud. It’s still a mess, and we should check it often especially after rain. Also notify the rental companies when it’s safer.
8138 Stein Park (AVLT) Illegal Camping 8/02/2021 4:30 PM
Dispersed a small fire ring in the area by the picnic tables
8138 Dart Conservation Easement Counters 8/02/2021 2:00 PM
Bring wasp killer to harvest the counter data. I opened the hatch and then closed it and left
8137 Stein Trail Written Warning 8/02/2021 1:45 PM
Contact with Andrea Bond for dol at Rio and Stein. Dog Charlie. Second warning. Gave verbal written warning because I was in a hurry. WW.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 8/02/2021 1:45 PM
Put out two Caution Trail damage signs one at Rio and Stein intersection and one near mm 37 where paved section starts after soft surface. Updated sign log
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 8/02/2021 9:00 AM
Took a call from Ron of 4mtn sports. Reporting a mudslide on the upper Rio. Spent the rest of the day assessing the damage and doing outreach and mitigation.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/01/2021 12:30 PM
Contacted a woman standing on the side of the river near South Gate. Turns out she had stopped because her fin broke. I helped her tape the remaining bits to prevent plastic litter in river.
8136 Open Space & Trails Counters 8/01/2021 12:30 PM
TrafX is ready to be gathered. On glass table.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/01/2021 12:00 PM
Caught up with a male walking around South Gate with a fishing pole. Explained regulations for NSNP and encourage PitkinOutside for access info.
8140 Emma Homestead Vandalism 8/01/2021 11:45 AM
Bottom left window looking up valley recently broken. Nothing inside seemed obviously messed with.
8140 Hooks Spur Lot Parking 8/01/2021 11:15 AM
Utah V90 9VD silver sprinter van. Drying towels off car, looks lived in. Couple other sprinter vans that look like commute to bike. Might want to check mornings if a priority.
8136 Open Space & Trails Signage 8/01/2021 9:00 AM
Faded sign project is underway. Ask me to explain it to you if I haven't already. I sent a google sheet that we will use to track our progress. 8138 sent a google folder with the photos of each sign. There is a bag with hardware on the glass table. Let me know if you have any questions.
8140 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 8/01/2021 7:45 AM
Pink tagged silver BMW 330i. CO:537-ZDT. Observed before, morning dew on car. i. Observed before, morning dew on car.
8140 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 8/01/2021 7:45 AM
SO ticket for Jeep Grand Cherokee CO: CHL-176. Multiple observations and warnings to owners. Was parked there yesterday afternoon and had morning dew on car this morning.
8140 Public Works Office Lost and Found 8/01/2021 7:00 AM
Put trek road bike in lockup, found by 8138. (Also returned our pop up tent)
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/31/2021 2:30 PM
Spoke to dad and two sons spinner fishing at takeout along bank and on bridge. Informed of fishing regulations on preserve and in wild trout waters. Gave suggestions and supervised few groups of kids & middle schoolers jumping in.
1557 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Followed-up on issue 7/31/2021 2:30 PM
Contacts were made with several dog owners reminding them to pick up waste Proactively! Great idea 1559 !!
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/31/2021 12:45 PM
3 bikes in beach area. Told them bikes should be parked on bike rack. They explained they were rentals without a lock. I emphasized if they were going to other pullout trails along the preserve, especially James H. That it was important to park bikes to protect trail and wildlife within preserve.
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/31/2021 11:45 AM
Got intel from 1557 the Woody Creek Tavern has reopened. Their website doesn’t have great info but thought I read in paper they were doing reservations. May need to up patrols that way
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Vandalism 7/31/2021 11:00 AM
Removed two “climate now” stickers from HCT kiosk on upper Rio on map sign and trail sign. Tasteful and agree but did my duty.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/31/2021 10:30 AM
3cars, 6 people, 1 potty user. Lots of trash , specially by porta potty.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 7/31/2021 10:30 AM
A lady contacted me to ask me if it were true that hikers are supposed to leave there dog poop bags on the trails and that rangers are paid to pick them up.. someone had told her that and she’s been telling others.. I clarified this as far from the truth.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/31/2021 9:30 AM
Merta Housinger with DOL Henry. I explained the regs and the reasons for regs. VW
8135 Mills OSP Verbal Warning 7/31/2021 8:30 AM
I took a call for a spin fisherman at Mills Open Space. I contacted Manasbek Kenshaliev. He did not speak and English and I had a hard time translating English to Russian on google. It was not clear if he had a license but I did my best to direct him to a shop to get one and tried to tell him where to fish. He was a truck driver whom I believe was stuck in while the canyon is closed.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 7/30/2021 3:00 PM
Aspen Backcountry marathon marking planning meeting.
1557 Willoughby/Lift 1A Park Followed-up on issue 7/30/2021 2:30 PM
A report of a sleeper at the park near the lift tower. Rodney Knapp 84 yo. was reading and may have dozed off for a moment. He said at 84 that happens.All is well.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/30/2021 2:00 PM
River gauge at 30.7cfs. 8 cars at wildwood. Spoke with group of 3 and group of 4 about the closure, they said they were already ready to go and thought it was voluntary. Gave the naturalist at wildwood some pointers on cfs levels over the summer, suggested they print a cfs graph as a visual tool, explained voluntary status, and why not recommended for fun, safety, or trespassing
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/30/2021 1:15 PM
Spoke to two different groups about float thru only on the river near James H. Both were seen struggling and switching to walking and beaching.
8139 Open Space & Trails Signage 7/30/2021 1:00 PM
Removed the stage I fire restriction signs from the crystal river valley.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/30/2021 12:30 PM
Spoke to young couple in 30s about putting in at beach. Went to warn them about music in preserve as they were blasting from car and they asked about putting in. I said they would need to go to south gate or takeout. They asked why, explained plan and erosion. They said that was silly of you can hang at beach. I said I understood and would record their comments
8139 Penny Hot Springs Verbal Warning 7/30/2021 12:00 PM
Contacted Jeffery Hugdahl for a dogs at Penny. He left when I contacted him, informed him of the regulations and wildlife rationale. VW
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Found resource damage 7/30/2021 11:00 AM
Identified fresh dumping site on Prockter Open Space (next to large trees are parking area). Will post signage.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Double w/other officer 7/30/2021 9:30 AM
The planned project for this AM fell through. 1558 and I continued watching for dog poop violations.
8140 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Wildlife 7/30/2021 8:30 AM
Someone reported bear to me last week on lollipop. Today mom and Cubs were seen on 10th Mtn and another passerby told me he and his dog were chased yesterday morning on smuggler. Gave basic bear education but something to be aware of, they must be starting to come down in elevation
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Found resource damage 7/30/2021 8:00 AM
Removed rocks from roadway on Smith Hill.
8139 Stein Park (AVLT) Illegal Camping 7/29/2021 4:30 PM
Happened to find an occupied camp on the river side of the rio near Stein park. Told the folks that we don’t allow camping on any OST properties, which was news to them, and that they would need to pack up their tent and belongings. Pretty sure it was “Willow” , unsure of the males identity. Saw her placing items in a Blue Toyota Camry (CO:917-OZZ ((0ZZ)) Will check back tomorrow to see ghat they cleaned up the camp.
8139 Open Space & Trails E-bike Contact 7/29/2021 2:00 PM
Full metal Ozzie is back! New keys hanging with ‘The Keys’ - one is on a ring with the Ulock key and the spares are on the rubber band
1557 Parks Office Double w/other officer 7/29/2021 1:00 PM
With 1558 poop violation patrol in Wagner/ Rio Grande/ Glory Hole parks.All good!
8136 Arciero Trailhead Educational Contact 7/29/2021 9:00 AM
Spoke with Conor from Elk Mountain Anglers regarding fishing easement/access off North River Rd. The homeowner at 50 North River Rd has been telling fisherman they cannot fish in the area of this residence. This is incorrect. The Irvin Naylor fishing easement allows private and commercial fishing within 5 ft of the high watermark from the confluence of Snowmass Creek downvalley through 50 North River Rd. Paul H is reaching out to the homeowner to explain the history of the easement. We went through this process last season but it seems he needs a refresher. Conor from Elk Mt will reach out to us if there is further conflict with this individual. Fisherman need to access from the trailhead near Arciero and walk within the watercourse. They cannot walk down from any other social trail off North River Rd. Lmk if you have questions.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/29/2021 9:00 AM
Charlie Mac reported a group potentially in a yoga class on the NSNP Beach. I showed up as a few folks were leaving. I spoke with one gentleman and he said they were just friends doing yoga together. Seemed honest. Lets check at 0900hours next Thursday though.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 7/29/2021 6:15 AM
Bear patrol. Red tagged 7 unlatched/ overflowing dumpsters and trash cans in the downtown allies.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/28/2021 2:00 PM
A female in her 50s crashed into a tree off the trail on the COA section near the old art museum, I was in the area and responded to help with traffic control. Medic 93 was on scene and transported to AVH, I took the bikes back to the shop and brought the family member to their car. User error
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/28/2021 1:45 PM
Jonphilip Hudson walking in the paraglide landing meadow with a dog on leash. I contacted Hudson in the South Gate parking lot and issued PA. See report in G drive.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 7/28/2021 1:30 PM
AWR launched 8 (6 from a van, 2 from personal car) and tookout 8, same thing, but were serving the whole group. see report
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 7/28/2021 1:00 PM
Traffic assist through construction area at the Mill St. underpass.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 7/28/2021 12:00 PM
Submit to court: Sims, Wexler, Marshall, and Coronado.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 7/28/2021 11:30 AM
AWR, trying to launch 2 trips within 15 minutes. See Report. Mike Young, their guide was pretty aggressive and tried to explain that since they launched and took-out, then relaunched that it was one trip and they weren't within the hour.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Followed-up on issue 7/28/2021 9:30 AM
Receiving several reports of dog poop in many different parks throughout town. We are stepping up our presence in city parks.YAY!
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 7/28/2021 9:00 AM
Report of Bear and cub near JHS. causing some traffic issues, keep an eye out.
8139 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 7/28/2021 8:30 AM
Report of a large mountain lion on smuggler above the last house at 0600 this morning. RP called it into PCSO and APD. Put a sign up (updated signage log) at the 3rd switchback
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 7/27/2021 5:15 PM
Saw what looked like an engagement shoot at the beach. Made contact with John. He was the shuttle driver with Aspen Adventure Co (Gabor). He had walked to the beach because they were taking too long on the water, didn't know about the engagement. Another trail user was using the Groom's phone to help document the moment. The groom made a joke to me after I congratulated the couple that he understood why I was there and that he wasn't an "influencer"
8137 Wheatley Beach Lost and Found 7/27/2021 1:30 PM
I found the phone, keys and canvas bag that were lost last week. I spoke with the owner Courtney. She said she would pick up on Thursday. I said we could leave it outside the front door. Please leave the bag fir her on Thursday. It’s on the glass table with instructions.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/27/2021 11:30 AM
Saw a couple throttle towards me, education about class 1 vs 2
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/27/2021 11:15 AM
Call for a motor bike headed up valley on rgt from cemetery lane. Went to shady lane, utl
8137 Stein Trail Accident/Rescue 7/27/2021 11:00 AM
Monitored radio call for 52 yo male who fainted on the stairs. Both rangers were too far to respond.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 7/27/2021 10:30 AM
RGT at Mill St. underpass. Directing traffic/ asking bikers to walk through construction area.
8137 Coal Creek Patrol/Outreach 7/27/2021 9:45 AM
Rode Cial basin this AM. Very fun and beautiful. Spoke two two dogs owners about leash regs. One had ridden the whole trail with dog off leash. The biker was then commented how can I ride my bike with my dog on leash?…. You can’t I said. Also contacted two women with dogs on leash, thanked them for leashing, then saw the take their dogs off leash from a distance. I think we could use more/ better signage if the property owners wish to have better compliance.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 7/26/2021 4:30 PM
Mary Kay Bowden of Aspen, her kids were on the other side of the river from the beach playing in the sand. Educated on regs and gave a warning. Friendly, kids asked all kinds of wildlife questions
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Lost and Found 7/26/2021 3:30 PM
Picked up that bike from Pitkin Iron. Its in lockup, I'll be happy to take it to where it needs to go, but don't know where that is...
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/26/2021 3:15 PM
Contact with Dennis Sharpe for music at JHS. Hardly audible, cooperative, verbal written warning.
8138 Prince Creek Trail Resource Damage 7/26/2021 1:30 PM
Paint on the trail, arrows and what-not. Also, all over the road. Took pictures and wrote a report
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 7/26/2021 12:30 PM
Educational contact for dogs off leash in the road. Women knew the regs and said she is usually compliant.
8138 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 7/26/2021 8:45 AM
I was writing a report, a call came out for a MVA at 8th and 82. I walked out and was first on scene. I ascertained no injuries, and that it was a hit and run. I aired all the information I had on PitLaw, and when APD arrived and the scene calmed down I exited.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued citation 7/26/2021 7:30 AM
Issued Citation to Local Coffee House 614 E Cooper Ave for Failure to Operate Wildlife Proof container.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Called to scene 7/26/2021 7:30 AM
Responded to 3 car MVA with 8136 and APD. Traffic Control.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued citation 7/26/2021 7:30 AM
Issued Citation to Local Coffee House 614 E Cooper Ave for Failure to Operate Wildlife Proof container.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Called to scene 7/26/2021 7:30 AM
Responded to 3 car MVA with 8136 and APD. Traffic Control.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Lost and Found 7/25/2021 5:15 PM
Pink tagged a black and yellow trek singlespeed, will pickup tomorrow
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 7/25/2021 3:30 PM
Got word of an injured user. Made contact with a female in her 60-70s with a ‘sprained ankle’ she was not on an elk mtn trip but was in their van warming up. Refused ambulance. Took own transport to avh. I did not provide any care
1559 ABC/BurlingameTrail Called to scene 7/25/2021 3:30 PM
Observed freshly struck deer struggling in roadway. Called in, directed traffic until CROs arrived. Loaded deer into APD truck.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 7/25/2021 2:30 PM
Aspen adventure co. Saw stowed boards under the bridge for over an hour. Made contact with Gabor and reminded him to take their stuff with them. Got the same excuses
1559 Parks Office Parking issues 7/25/2021 1:30 PM
Tagged blue clown car thing, plate “TRNBKTM” for parking in parks dept driveway.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/25/2021 1:30 PM
AZ: CWL4317 parking at stillwater for 30+ minutes
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 7/25/2021 1:00 PM
Asked a party of younger males to clean up around their area. Orange peels, etc. they were happy to do it
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/25/2021 1:00 PM
Turned around a bike at the entrance to the beach
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/25/2021 1:00 PM
Has a group make exit the beach with their glass
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 7/25/2021 1:00 PM
Asked a party of younger males to clean up around their area. Orange peels, etc. they were happy to do it
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/25/2021 1:00 PM
Turned around a bike at the entrance to the beach
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/25/2021 1:00 PM
Has a group make exit the beach with their glass
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 7/25/2021 1:00 PM
Asked a party of younger males to clean up around their area. Orange peels, etc. they were happy to do it
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/25/2021 1:00 PM
Turned around a bike at the entrance to the beach
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/25/2021 1:00 PM
Has a group make exit the beach with their glass
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 7/25/2021 1:00 PM
Asked a party of younger males to clean up around their area. Orange peels, etc. they were happy to do it
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/25/2021 1:00 PM
Turned around a bike at the entrance to the beach
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/25/2021 1:00 PM
Has a group make exit the beach with their glass
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/25/2021 12:00 PM
Family playing music ultra quiet at beach, only heard on second passing. Explained to them that this is normally an automatic ticket but that it was so quiet that I am fine with warning them. Explained nature preserve rules. They were grateful for warning and compliant
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 7/25/2021 11:00 AM
Lot’s of deer this morning on the upper RGT. Thanked and spoke with man who’s small, leashed dog barked and scared a mom&fawn pair. Told him that is why we have leash rules, acknowledged accidental, and suggested being more aware and giving more space for wildlife next time.
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 7/25/2021 7:30 AM
DOL playing in water alongside Rio. Informed the owners the dog needed to be on leash when they continued to walk the trail. They thanked for letting them know as they always do this. I explained the safety concerns with high usage and they leashed when dog was done playing.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/24/2021 4:45 PM
Same 3 teen boys egregiously parked in takeout. I gave them a good lecture and education of the rules as I debated tickets. Family from beach bikes by and made fun of them for getting caught again. I told them I was being nice and only avoiding as to not call their moms. Later found out the natties spoke to them about music at South Gate and that they may have harassed some ducks. I have a feeling the embarrassment and fear they had of me will be a good warning for future compliance. Mighta been too nice.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/24/2021 4:15 PM
3 teens playing music at beach. Gave me a bit of attitude asking why. Explained this is a nature preserve and wildlife are disturbed by it. Told them normally this is an automatic $100 ticket but that I don’t like ticketing minors. They might be over 18 as they hesitated when I asked. I’ll be biking towards takeout to see if they are bold.
8140 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 7/24/2021 2:45 PM
Hollered to a man with a spinrod across the river that this section of water was fly fish only. He was hiding from me? Not in a safe spot to cross for more info but he gave me thumbs up and apologized and joined his fly fishing buddy
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/24/2021 2:00 PM
Contact with Jack Caine who works for Sarah Falugo Photography for commercial permit vilation for a Photo shoot at North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment.
8137 Public Works Office E-bike Contact 7/24/2021 12:45 PM
Went by Aspen bikes after this mornings PA on SMP. Gave them more e-bike brochures. None of the owners were around, but I talked to guy in charge about giving proper information to e-bike renters. He claimed they tell everyone!
8137 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 7/24/2021 10:15 AM
Contact with John Harris for e-bike in Sky Mountain Park. Rented from Aspen Bikes, claimed to be give no informtion about where e-bikes are permitted. Friendly, Penlty Assessment.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 7/24/2021 9:30 AM
Checking on ongoing litter problem in the park. All good!
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 7/24/2021 9:30 AM
Checking on ongoing litter problem in the park. All good!
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/23/2021 2:45 PM
Responded to an 8yo male that had taken a fall on his bike. 03 arrived first and medic 96 was close behind. Transported the bikes to their hotel in town
8139 Stein Park (AVLT) Illegal Camping 7/23/2021 12:00 PM
Someone’s been staying in the Stein park “camping area”. They haven’t left anything but there’s evidence of someone being there
8139 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 7/22/2021 2:30 PM
Called the number 115 thought might be associated with the suitcase we collected yesterday from mills. No one answered and the mailbox was full- if they reach out we can get them reunited with their belongings
8140 Moore Open Space Educational Contact 7/22/2021 2:00 PM
Was unable to make contact, saw a teen boy on a one wheel on the high school paved path between Prince of Peace and the high school.
8140 Moore Open Space Maintenance 7/22/2021 2:00 PM
Chatted with the herbicide team. Said they’ll be here next couple days before Filoha and Hunter creek. So don’t be alarmed if you see straw hats or 4wheelers.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/22/2021 2:00 PM
Olivia Scott DOL with boxer “Luna”. Polite and compliant. Said they came over from smuggler, I informed them of the regulations and straightened out location of where it switches from voice and sight to leash required. First contact, VW
8136 Brush Creek Trail Wildlife 7/22/2021 12:45 PM
Received a call about mama bear and two cubs near Ditchline on BCT causing lookey-loos. Snowmass 242 and I responded. She arrived first and the bears were UTL.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 7/22/2021 12:00 PM
8136 and I removed human waste from the put in at South Gate (reported to Janet by Lange from EME).
8140 Stein Park (AVLT) Accident/Rescue 7/22/2021 11:45 AM
Young boy got a good scraped knee in river. Due to some sensory things related to stickiness and fear of my aid, I gave mom several gauze options and said I’d hang out in park while she helped her son. Parents said they were grateful for gauze and understanding.
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 7/22/2021 10:45 AM
Contacted a non local with a one wheel on Rio. Let him know they weren’t currently allowed and encouraged him to email/reach out to OST and BOCC to express his wanting to onewheel Rio.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 7/22/2021 9:30 AM
Saw a bear on my way up viewline. Good looking adolescent hanging in the scrub oaks 2/3 of the way up
8140 Stein Park (AVLT) Mutual Aid 7/22/2021 9:00 AM
Witnessed a car accident at Cemetery Lane & Mountain View Dr near the “Brown House”. Checked to make sure everyone was safe and helped them get out of traffic. No injury, no airbag. They called non emergency dispatch for 151 to help with insurance report.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking Ticket 7/22/2021 9:00 AM
cfs is back up to 67. Removed voluntary closure sign. Stashed in the garage.
8139 Administration Lost and Found 7/21/2021 3:00 PM
Got keys for the Ebike ordered! Full metal ozzy will be back to rocking in approx. 10 days
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/21/2021 1:30 PM
turned around 3 guys pushing their bikes down to the beach
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/21/2021 12:30 PM
E. Baughman of Utah, dog at the beach, called in by 8137.
8138 Sky Mountain Park Trails 7/21/2021 11:00 AM
Deadline was rebuilt, super fun. Bigger lips and more pop. Pre-ride, re-ride, free-ride.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Everything great 7/21/2021 10:00 AM
8138 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 7/21/2021 10:00 AM
Cleaned up The camp on the rim with 8139
8138 Mills OSP Lost and Found 7/21/2021 10:00 AM
A suitcase from the camp is at lockup
8139 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 7/21/2021 9:00 AM
Talked to 115, thinks the suitcase of clothes might belong to Liam Guy-Hamer. He might be joining the SOS, 115 gave me the number 200-4776 for him but wasn't sure if its active. I'll give it a ring tomorrow to see if the clothing belongs to him. 115 is aware that we have it, so if someone reaches out asking for it he can get in touch with us.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 7/21/2021 8:30 AM
Ted received word that there is guy renting out ebikes out of his vehicle at smuggler and encouraging biking in the hunter creek valley. Please keep an eye out.
8138 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 7/20/2021 10:15 PM
SO was dispatched to jaffee for a sleeper when I was signing off from filoha
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Everything great 7/20/2021 8:00 PM
Follow up in Wagner Park.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 7/20/2021 5:30 PM
Kids at the park hopefully getting the message about keeping the area clean.I will monitor the park this evening. 114 will follow up as well.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Litter minimal 7/20/2021 4:00 PM
A large group of local teens gathered at the park with hammocks and slamball. Again approached to ask to keep area clean. Compliant.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Called to scene 7/20/2021 12:00 PM
Responded to the park after more reports of trash left by the same kids as last week. Once again they picked up trash and promised to keep the area clean.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/19/2021 4:15 PM
PA to Co: TEMP 3203547 for parking in no parking across from Stillwater takeout.
8138 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Educational Contact 7/19/2021 2:15 PM
Low water voluntary closure education
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 7/19/2021 2:00 PM
CO DHF279 across from stillwater
8138 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Educational Contact 7/19/2021 11:45 AM
Low water voluntary closure education
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 7/19/2021 9:15 AM
Saw the same Pontiac Aztec 062 mjz co parked from night before, a man was preparing to bike Indy pass. He’s camping somewhere, claimed he didn’t park overnight.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/18/2021 4:30 PM
Contacted three vehicles who were putting in at wildwood. none of them were interested in my recommendation to put in at South Gate.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/18/2021 1:30 PM
19yo female who fainted at mm37.5. Responded from Smith Hill Way on RGT. First on scene. Patient assessment= A&Ox4 and feeling better. Transported to Stein Park in my patrol vehicle to meet with Aspen Ambulance.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/18/2021 1:30 PM
Leslie Lagowitz of Miami Beach, ESA, explained the law and wrote a PA, they were with a party with a Service Animal. Discussed the rational of no dogs.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/18/2021 12:45 PM
Robert Difee of Leadville. Called in from ACES naturalist, 50 yards upstream from S. Gate. Had a service dog and a service dog in training. I informed the party that regardless of the dogs' status they were in an area that was closed and must vacate to legal access points. I opted to ticket for Closed area, entry prohibited, instead of dog ticket.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/18/2021 12:45 PM
x 7 for closed area and x1 for dog in the preserve (non service dog)
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Accident/Rescue 7/18/2021 11:00 AM
8 year old scraped knees. I cleaned and put band-aids on
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/18/2021 10:00 AM
I called and spoke with Gabor of Aspen Adventure company and gave him a verbal WW for storing SUP boards and NSNP
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/18/2021 9:15 AM
Kirsten Lewis, DoL. Worried about falling down the rocks
8140 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 7/18/2021 7:30 AM
SO parking ticket for CO: BDR-MO8. Grey BMW. Multiple observations and warnings
8140 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 7/18/2021 7:30 AM
SO written warning for CO: QUI-985. Grey 4Runner. Multiple observations and one previous warning for admin spot
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/17/2021 6:15 PM
Family played music at beach to rally kids in helping to clean up their things. I explained rules. I probably should’ve ticket but they were actively leaving with about 10 wild kids.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/17/2021 5:00 PM
PA for Sam Rappaport. Floated with dog in NSNP. Initially gave false information and was upset.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 7/17/2021 4:00 PM
Anthony Day with glass beers on beach. Friend also had a bluetooth speaker but it was not playing any music. Poured beers into nalgene. Reminded not to play audible music.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 7/17/2021 3:15 PM
Contact with Luke Anderson for a one wheel on the EOA trail. From a Chicago, didn’t know regs. First contact, verbal warning.
8140 Jaffee Park E-bike Contact 7/17/2021 3:00 PM
73yo Kieth from Snowmass near Rim trail, talked to me at length about allowing ebikes on single track. He suggested Tom Blake, Seven Star etc. I explained usage vs wildlife preservation concerns but expressed there were other locals who wanted similar to him. He name dropped all his buddies who would gladly fight in court. I asked him not to break the regs. He said, “too many young people are in charge around here, us old folks need to be heard”.
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/17/2021 1:45 PM
Was unable to contact due to speed, but two Super73 ebikes near mile 40 of Rio. Looked them up, class 2. I think Basalt Bike & Ski rents them out so we might want to advise those aren’t allowed on the trails open to class 1 as of now.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 7/17/2021 12:00 PM
New stack of SO tickets are on the shelf.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Lost and Found 7/17/2021 9:30 AM
Took a call from dispatch about a lost Iphone somewhere between basalt HS and Snowmass. The black iPhone was in a white canvas bag. If found call Chris Wycoff at 9709485800.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 7/17/2021 9:00 AM
Low flow. Roaring Fork is now <60cfs. Voluntary closure signage is now up at WW. Commercial use is no longer permitted from WW.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Litter moderate 7/16/2021 6:00 PM
Contact made with 5 teens playing Slamball and hanging in 2 hammocks in the park (Monarch st. side) Reminded them to pick up their trash. They were compliant.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/16/2021 5:00 PM
Informed a family that the beach is not one of the permitted launches. They understood and appreciated the education.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/16/2021 5:00 PM
Contacted a female in the LZ at South Gate. She was not in a closed area but not a spot to hang out in either. Pointed her to the beach
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/16/2021 5:00 PM
Chatted with a dog owner in the parking area of South Gate. Asked if the dog restriction was “all the time”. Yep all the time forever
8140 Lani White Trail Educational Contact 7/16/2021 4:30 PM
Black lab named Otis walked up. Before I said anything, owner asked if so had leashes cause we were out of the sign. Gave him one. Cool and genuine, reloaded TH leashes
8136 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Parking 7/16/2021 4:00 PM
I received a call from Mary Lynn regarding the upper HC senior/handicap parking area. Lynn stated she received a large warning gorilla glued to her window. I explained this was not from OST or the SO and that the USFS manages the lot. Lynn believed the Mclusky family was responsible for the sticker. I connected Lynn with Shelly Grail from USFS to resolve the complaint.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/16/2021 3:30 PM
Contacted group looking to put in at the beach. Sent to South Gate.
8139 Prince Creek Trail Parking 7/16/2021 3:00 PM
Someone did some serious doughnuts in the bullpen lot. Not sure if we want to grade it or just let it flatten itself out
8140 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Wildlife 7/16/2021 3:00 PM
Witnessed a woman pee in the middle of smuggler rd and a young girl mooning or pooping, smelled poopy, on private property near Lani white. Didn’t contact either besides shielding face from woman and seeing girl terrified to see me. Not sure what’s up today, otherwise very quiet Hunter-smuggler loop
1557 Parks Office Litter all over 7/16/2021 2:15 PM
Met with a city parks worker reporting a group of teens hanging out at the Wagner Park on the Monarch st. side. They reportedly leave trash in the area every day. I will monitor.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/16/2021 2:00 PM
Family from California walking James H. Stopped and were playing near the beach area. Explained to them that the preserve was float thru only and that this applied to hikers as well due to sensitive wildlife. Directed them to beach. Friendly
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Written Warning 7/16/2021 1:30 PM
Georgian Breda dropping off family at WW. Explained process to get a permit next year. He mentioned wanting to drop off again on Sunday. I let him know we can fine up to $1000 for commercial use.
8139 Coal Creek Patrol/Outreach 7/16/2021 1:00 PM
Coal basin trails are sick!
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/16/2021 12:15 PM
Two women paddleboarding beached near James H trail. Explained to them float thru only due to wildlife and told them the beach was nearby. They explained they thought they were at the beach already, laughed, and quickly moved on.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/16/2021 12:00 PM
Dog on leash in takeout zone near water. Explained to owner there were no dogs in takeout to be fair to floaters and others. He must’ve known our rules and quickly got out of there
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/15/2021 5:00 PM
Group of 4 looked to be taking out at the beach while I was chatting with folks about moose. Contacted them to remind where the designated put-in/take-outs were. Continued to float to the bridge.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/15/2021 5:00 PM
Contacted family of 5 heading down to the South Gate put-in with blankets and no floatation. They were unhappy that they couldn't picnic there because the beach is, "too crowded". Explained we want to confine picnic/hang-out scene at the beach. They got on board with it once they realized the impact it has on the nature preserve.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Commercial Permit Check 7/15/2021 4:00 PM
Looked like Elk Mountain, Aspen Whitewater, and Aspen Adventure Co teamed up to drop off a large group at WW. Claimed to be a coincidence with different parties.. Yet, they all knew each other and sounded to be from Spain. Let them know this is completely against the spirit/intent of limiting commercial drop-offs to have less impact on the nature preserve. We'll discuss with staff if it's time for time slots next season.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/15/2021 3:15 PM
Sprinter van completely blocking the eastbound lane thinking he was going to unload paddleboards. I pulled up behind with hazard lights as he was climbing the ladder to the roof. Quickly decided to move along. I spoke with him later and he understood the dangerous conditions.
8139 East of Aspen Trail Signage 7/15/2021 2:00 PM
Moved the moose warning signs from EOA near James H to Stillwater rd. Updated in signage log
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 7/15/2021 12:00 PM
E-bike, riding way too fast through the gondola plaza area. Unfriendly contact with a 14 yo. male with no concern for public safety. I walked with him to Durant st.
1557 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/15/2021 9:15 AM
Dog walkers are bold and less concerned with leashes in the morning.VW
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 7/15/2021 8:30 AM
Cut out a fatty cottonwood that fell across the trail at slaughterhouse falls, got an assist from the maintenance boys. Bill was stoked for the mutual aid “some intergovernmental agency” as he called it. Will be difficult to get down to the slaughterhouse camping area most of the logs got pushed down the social trail there.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 7/15/2021 6:30 AM
Bear Patrol. All allies and dumpsters checked for latches. Mostly compliant!!
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Commercial Permit Check 7/14/2021 7:30 PM
Contacted Ken from Jay’s valet regarding parking at the lower smuggler lot. See email for additional information
8139 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 7/14/2021 4:30 PM
Pink tagged the camp 8138 found this morning. No one was home so I left pink tags on a suitcase and some bedding alerting them to clean/remove all items and trash within 72 hours. Will check back Saturday afternoon. 115 is aware of this camp and thinks it could possibly belong to a Darrin Ingam.
8138 Owl Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/14/2021 3:30 PM
Lou Lou goss of aspen, horse caretaker at owl creek ranch. All four tires were on the owl creek trail parked and was grooming a horse on the trail. Asked if she could Park elsewhere to groom and explained how people seem to congregate there. She complained that people feed the horses all kinds of terrible things, I encouraged her to call so if it continues. Very friendly.
8138 Owl Creek Trail Educational Contact 7/14/2021 3:30 PM
A car with Texas tags tried to pull in after me, parking 2 wheels on trail. Moved along
8138 Sky Mountain Park Signage 7/14/2021 3:00 PM
Added no ebike icon to airline kiosk, others were still intact
8139 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Lost and Found 7/14/2021 12:30 PM
ACES natties lost their paddle yesterday at South Gate, gave them one from the lock up (found in 2020).
8139 Administration Ticket Follow-up 7/14/2021 12:30 PM
Submitted Davis, Doyle and Rudnick’s PAs to the court.
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Followed-up on issue 7/14/2021 11:00 AM
Reports of two men cutting trees and bushes in the park. It was city parks workers. Making it happen!
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Litter moderate 7/14/2021 10:00 AM
Evidence of a gathering in Newberry park last night. Picked up trash/ beer bottles.
8138 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 7/14/2021 10:00 AM
Called 8135 for a camp on rim, advised strongly to not approach.
8138 Mills OSP Trash 7/14/2021 10:00 AM
The rim was gross, emailed pics
8138 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 7/13/2021 4:30 PM
Emailed Paul about ditch Flooding the yard
8139 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Accident/Rescue 7/13/2021 4:00 PM
Recovered the body of “Yogi” dog from a strainer upstream of the wildwood beach. Tony (the owner) assisted and was thankful for all the help looking.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 7/13/2021 1:00 PM
Sprayed the yellow jacket nest that was reported on the lower section of the Hunter creek trail (near the intersection with Red Mtn Road). Will check back tomorrow to see if any further mitigation is required
8138 Moore Open Space Verbal Warning 7/13/2021 11:45 AM
Nickle evans of aspen on a one wheel, 12yo. Warned and texted with his mom
8138 Moore Open Space Written Warning 7/13/2021 11:15 AM
Parking truck co bjmy55 and trailer co drj964 at prince of peace. Matheney land management
1557 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail User conflict 7/13/2021 10:00 AM
Off-leash dog was bothering a young family trying to enjoy the park. The dog was removed from the area by the owner.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 7/13/2021 9:30 AM
Green strafe hoody at s gate. Left overnight. At lockup
8138 Deer Creek Open Space Penalty Assessment 7/12/2021 3:45 PM
Karl Page of Aspen Outfitting. Called in as a parking issue next door. Claimed he was parked legally, had permission, which 63 confirmed wasn't true. report filed
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/12/2021 2:30 PM
Young couple with glass on beach. Asked them to pour into other container and put glass away in car. They asked if they could put it in bottom of backpack and I said as long as it didn’t come out on beach, I was okay with it l. Explained why no glass for safety and they thanked me for “being so cool”
8140 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Trails 7/12/2021 2:30 PM
As I was turning to go to Jaffee from hwy 82, I observed a middle school aged boy bike down from somewhere on Aspen Mass to the corner of the road, he braked hard not to hit me on the highway. He might’ve mouthed F@&? U POPO. I pulled over to the side after pulling off highway to assist the kid. He went on biking down valley on hwy 82. Might want to check for a dangerous social trail
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/12/2021 2:30 PM
CO: BXB-807. Pink tagged for parking across Stillwater. Slow day, plenty of parking. Big gmc black truck with carpentry company logo on
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/12/2021 2:30 PM
Visited beach and answered nature questions. While leaving a woman followed me and told me someone was hiding their dog in the bushes and that she told him the rules. I lingered around and 10mins he exited on phone speaking Spanish. I interrupted him to chat and he immediately pulled out a card that said service dog and walked away. Whole thing was strange so I didn’t ask questions. Will look into cards
8138 Administration Maintenance 7/12/2021 11:30 AM
Belle is back to the Ball (wheel is fixed)
8138 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 7/11/2021 4:00 PM
DoL at Stillwater Bridge. Friendly contact, Kevin Hertzfeld from Nederland
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 7/11/2021 3:45 PM
saw AWR unloading boards (7) and then load guests and their boards, and had a truck come up to get the boards they unloaded, told the guides to stage elsewhere than Stillwater Bridge.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/11/2021 2:30 PM
Floating near the beach, A. Hathaway and 2 others with audible music. $100. compliant
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 7/11/2021 2:30 PM
Kids across from, the beach. Warned the parent, Jim Morelo
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 7/11/2021 2:30 PM
On the beach across from "the beach" on the backside, 2 adults, 4 kids. Justin Bollinger and Mike Time
8140 Emma Trail Accident/Rescue 7/11/2021 2:00 PM
Responded to bike accident on Emma Trail near the school house. Ambulance left with woman before I arrived. I helped take husband to AVH and bikes to Aspen Sports. She had fallen over handlebars and had bleeding cuts on face. No obvious trail damage/cause
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/11/2021 1:00 PM
Contact Jim with AWR for trying to put on with 7 people at WW. Jim said that he though he was able to have 6 people and a guide. I informed him that groups needed to be 6 people total, like it has always been. He knows. He chose to drop off the 6 folks at South Gate without a guide. Jim has had plenty of warnings and knows better. Ticket for violations.
8138 Elk Park Illegal Camping 7/11/2021 12:00 PM
Green Van CAZ A98, might just be parked.
8138 Coal Creek Patrol/Outreach 7/11/2021 11:00 AM
Rode Coal Creek opening (2nd day) it was really fun. Get up there and ride. Outreached some public on the unique partnership that we have and how this is a great win/win/win situation for the public, nature, and the private entity
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 7/11/2021 11:00 AM
Two odd dog contacts. First DOL leashed and ran away as another group ran up yelling about bears. Second DOL did not make contact with owner. I was helping a man experiencing altitude sickness when two runners came down HCT and cursed at people hiking up. They had a beagle running far behind. I was unable to catch up for both leash and trail etiquette.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/11/2021 10:30 AM
Received a call for a car driving eastbound on the Rio Grande trail from mile 25. 63 and I were unable to locate.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 7/10/2021 7:15 PM
Update on parking ticket, it was still there when I drove home so I fixed it. 6 cars on down valley side of takeout quick “lecture and release” as they say. Think that was end of night hopefully
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/10/2021 7:00 PM
Dog in beach parking area, sent them to jaffee park for picnic. Group of teens with speaker not playing music, told them not to even bring it next time, saw bougie picnic headed to beach as I drove away home with glass and just hoped they won’t break it.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/10/2021 6:30 PM
PA. Dog at beach Noah Bremen. Black Shepard. Compliant. Tied dog to EoA fencing, not sure how sure how to feel about that but contact went well, I reiterated rules as they plan on coming here a lot with kiddos.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 7/10/2021 6:30 PM
CO: BDR-G52. Parked in Stillwater on crazy day for over hour. Realizing I might have written $100 instead of $50. Ugh. Left card so hopefully they call and I can fix and make warning.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/10/2021 6:00 PM
Dog from EoA into takeout area. Told them we can’t allow dogs in area because of nsnp rules and floating confusion etc. they were compliant and thanked for telling them. Later saw dog back in water with kid while making other contact. Dang.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 7/10/2021 6:00 PM
Frantic Spanish speaking mom asked me to help find her 5 year old she let float from beach to takeout by himself. Walked with her across preserve to look for him. She had cell service and turns out he made it there. Communication was half bad Spanish and bad English but all okay. Odd.
1557 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route User conflict 7/10/2021 6:00 PM
I noticed a white truck CO ynn 692 driving over the posted 1 block only signs. The driver stated he was trying to get past the traffic on 82.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/10/2021 5:30 PM
Big day at NSNP. Observed people parking across the street and slightly down valley from Wildwood turn-off. Pretty sporty with no real put out just cars tilted in grass, 4runners type cars only. Didn’t hear anything from the neighbor but something to watch. CDOT?
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/10/2021 3:30 PM
Contact with Margo Pitts for glass in the beach. Very cooperative and removed. Group also had a speaker, but not using it. I explained all the regs and they were very receptive. Verbal written warning.
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Called to scene 7/10/2021 3:15 PM
I received several complaints of DOL at Iselin field. Made 4 contacts.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/10/2021 3:00 PM
Chaos at wildwood parking. Naturalists were overwhelmed. Helped direct traffic and remind regulations. Will do some sort of follow up with the natties so they feel confident with keeping things moving and not always being super “nice” and making promises etc to confused floaters.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/10/2021 3:00 PM
Driver George. Spoke with black suburban with CO Liverty (taxi) plate W4YTOGO about commercial drop offs at Wildwood. Gave my card and Janet info and explained permits were required. He was understanding and happy to have info. 03496 CO PUC _#.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/10/2021 3:00 PM
Educational contact with a large group up who pulled on a beach for a picture , but unbeached when they saw the sign. Good outreach, first time floaters.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/10/2021 3:00 PM
First real big day out at NSNP, 40+ people at the beach but surprisingly compliant.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/10/2021 3:00 PM
Stillwater bridge was a cluster-- spent an hour getting this straightened out. Several close calls with ped vs traffic and a few vehicle vs traffic. Jim from AWR asked if we could enforce the loading zone better and not allow swimmers to park there. Sent a few up to the beach and those that were set on swimming at the bridge made them park up in the parking zone. Max Johnson was parked all day in the pull out taking up a giant spot. Not a fan of it.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/10/2021 2:15 PM
Issued Colin Ross a PA for dog within the preserve. Very nice, and understanding of the regulations. Pointed them to other places to SUP with their pup
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/10/2021 1:30 PM
Observed some no local high schoolers beached near beaver lodge from far up alley side of James H. Asked them to read me the sign they were sitting next to, they laughed and apologized. I explained where NS beach is as and asked them to keep floating. They sang as they paddled on.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/10/2021 1:00 PM
Hunter creek highway was in full effect today. Spoke to ~50 people/groups. Lots wondering about wildlife and many of the usual wayfinding questions. Very few DOLs though....but I did hear there may have been more earlier while I was on the smuggler side
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/10/2021 1:00 PM
Zoe Stein and her dog Schnitzel, DOL explained the wildlife rationale and the regulations. Cooperative and understanding. First contact, VW
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/10/2021 12:30 PM
Dog at beach. nSNp beach. Brittany Rose. Understood, explained new regulations.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/10/2021 11:30 AM
PA for Anthony Tiedeman for dog at NS Beach. Was bummed but understood why no warning. Locals, explained new regulations, wildlife concerns, and why no warnings for music and dogs.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Everything great 7/10/2021 11:00 AM
Walkthrough of farmers' market. Quite busy.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 7/10/2021 9:15 AM
Helped Lauren and Rocky repair a flat tire on his bike.
8137 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 7/10/2021 8:30 AM
8139 and myself contacted an interesting homemade camper parked at Prince of Peace. They were most likely camping but denied staying the night. Keep an eye out. I will send text if the vehicle.
8136 Coal Creek Educational Contact 7/10/2021 8:00 AM
Attended opening of Coal Creek Ranch Community Trail System. Fun loop in beautiful area. Take some time to ride it this week to familiarize yourselves. Dogs must be leashed on the singletrack. The trail passes through USFS land with conservation easements requiring leashes - except on the road. I already contacted two people with dogs off leash on the downhill. Trina asked that we start with warnings and see if that approach works. She will reach out if it gets out of hand. E-bikes are also prohibited.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/10/2021 7:30 AM
AZ: CAC9313 rv parked in the pull out between Stillwater and North Gate. Clearly overnight parking but it’s not signed. Max Johnson was also parked there. Because of previous contacts / warnings I did not contact. A neighbor called in to report the RVs (after I had cleared), 76&12 contacted the drivers. Both claimed that they had not camped overnight and had arrived in the morning. Don’t believe it but happy SO made the contact
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 7/09/2021 5:45 PM
At Duffys Wiggle found a biker who had crashed. Cleaned and dressed small abrasions on knees and elbows.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Found resource damage 7/09/2021 4:15 PM
Fencing is falling down behind the Aspen club. May need to be replaced. I will let the trail crew know
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/09/2021 1:30 PM
Contacted a woman reading signage at beach gate with a dog. She was waiting to pick up friends paddleboarding. Reminded dogs are prohibited other than while leashed on the East of Aspen Trail. Also, told her the beach was not a designated takeout and asked she meet her friends at the ped bridge.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/09/2021 1:00 PM
Heard a call of a male "throwing his dog off the bridge at Stillwater" air to PCSO. I was in the area and didn't see any males throwing dogs off the bridge. The EME shuttle driver flagged me down a while later and gave a few more details- the male 35-45 yo, bit of a beer belly, around 5'10"- was tossing his dog off the bridge and became verbally abusive to others after they were concerned for the dog's safety. He was aggressive to the EME driver as well when he arrived to pick up his guests ( the RP of the 911 call). Didn't have a lot more description beyond the general. BOLO for a male throwing a small dog off the bridge
1557 ABC/BurlingameTrail Followed-up on issue 7/09/2021 12:45 PM
A passerby reported lawn debris on the AABC trail. The mowers were working on the golf course, they said they will blow the debris off the trail.
8139 Coal Creek Patrol/Outreach 7/09/2021 11:30 AM
Checked out the new Coal Creek bike park, super sick! spoke with Trina the ranch manager for a while about lots of stuff but some of the potential safety concerns and gave her some things I've noticed on other trail systems. But overall it seems like it is going to be a great asset for families and another spot to bike when patrolling the CRV!
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/09/2021 10:00 AM
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/09/2021 5:00 AM
Issued Billy Busch a PA for dog in the closure at South Gate.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/08/2021 4:00 PM
Ticketed what turned out to be an off duty construction truck that was out hiking. 8136 spoke with the RO and seemed genuine that he was not working today and was out enjoying the trails. Written warning for Western Concrete Cutting LLC
8139 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 7/08/2021 3:00 PM
Took a call from Katherine Hagan (sp?) regarding the dog rules at Jaffee and on the river trail. She’s concerned with dogs trampling nestling birds along the trail and doesn’t think voice control works- I acknowledged her concerns and explained that it is on the owners to have control of their dogs or to place them on a leash. Said I would pass along with concern for birds to the ranger crew. Hopefully the new signage shows up soon too
8139 Penny Hot Springs Trash 7/08/2021 2:00 PM
There was a spot so I pulled in and picked up trash from the porta potty shelter and on the rim. The usual- beer cans, cigarette butts and a dirty diaper.
1559 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Called to scene 7/08/2021 2:00 PM
Responded to skatepark for a juvenile who took a fall and injured his face. Mom was on scene when arrived and Ambi was close behind.
8139 Filoha Meadows Open Space Maintenance 7/08/2021 1:00 PM
Attached the camera in the narrows to the pole for Janet. Square bit if anyone needs to remove it in the future
1559 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 7/08/2021 10:00 AM
Ensured paperwork and payments up-to-date with rafting companies.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/07/2021 3:30 PM
Contacted a family (with smaller children) taking out at the beach. They understood the rationale and that “it’s on them” to read the signs. Receptive to the rationale for the restrictions, gave them information on the allowed put ins/take outs.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/07/2021 2:15 PM
Contacted Molly Trallo of Basalt CO for a dog in NSNP near South Gate. See report. PA
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/07/2021 2:15 PM
Wrote a PA to a silver Lexus SC430 CO: 278-UDD for parking in the 15-minute loading zone.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/07/2021 2:00 PM
Wrote a ticket to a white Ford F150 (Columbine Landscaping) for parking in the North Gate parking area. See Report. PA
8138 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Educational Contact 7/07/2021 1:30 PM
Music, walking down to launch. happy to comply
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/07/2021 12:00 PM
Contacted a man in the beach parking lot with a fishing rod. Let him know he could not fish at NSNP. He was not very happy about it.
8138 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 7/07/2021 12:00 PM
Ben Armstrong with the Farm Collaborative. Kids Camp without a permit (6 users +2 staff). Issued a warning and emailed with information on how to obtain a permit
8138 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Educational Contact 7/07/2021 10:15 AM
Pumping up SUPS when I drove in, noticed a dog and educated about new regulations.
8138 Moore Open Space Verbal Warning 7/07/2021 9:30 AM
Dol Sara Dodd of aspen and dog tye
8139 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 7/07/2021 9:30 AM
Checked back on the camping at Stein picnic area, all clean. Updated illegal camping log with coordinates
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/06/2021 4:45 PM
CBA E86, Toyota 4runner, Stillwater, pink tagged
8138 Sheriff's Office Ticket Follow-up 7/06/2021 3:00 PM
Took Parking tickets to SO
8138 East of Aspen Trail Penalty Assessment 7/06/2021 2:30 PM
Motorized Vehicle EoA trail at Stillwater bridge. Alejandro Coronado, see report (motor scooter, had a license plate)
8138 East of Aspen Trail E-bike Contact 7/06/2021 2:30 PM
WW x 3 for class II ebikes
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 7/06/2021 2:15 PM
warning to Ajax Adventure Camp. Vans parked at NSNP weren't labeled.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/06/2021 2:00 PM
Pink Tagged Black Diamond Movers at N Gate, (working on house across 82) BJN-FO9 (CO)
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/06/2021 2:00 PM
I gave Gabor Ferenczi of Aspen Adventure Company a warning for not having his company logo on the vehicle he was using.
1557 Marolt Open Space Called to scene 7/06/2021 1:15 PM
Met Matt Kuhn at the Party site. Hearing reports of as many as 200 people, organizers charging for entry, Loud music, and staying on-site until 11:00 PM. All they said they would not do. We have contact info. and will follow up.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/06/2021 11:45 AM
57 yo female, rolled ankle on HCT above benedict, helped with carry out.
8138 Public Works Office Maintenance 7/06/2021 11:00 AM
Got 107 new lights and 108 a new key at PW
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 7/06/2021 8:45 AM
Added trail etiquette signage near Phillips Hill at the request of a citizen
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/05/2021 4:30 PM
Richard Moeller, Aspen Star Limo. double parked to load at Stillwater, made contact to move, did a fast u-turn to wrong side at Stillwater. Aggressive contact. Called 8135 for backup, issued written warning via email
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/05/2021 4:30 PM
Made contact with The Ski Shop next to victorias who rented the SUPs and gave the clients the Aspen Star Limo card. Informed them of commercial rules and who they can contact for shuttles. They were friendly but advised that the clients we made contact with at stillwater were "angry" and "starting a petition against the rangers"
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued written warning 7/05/2021 4:30 PM
Followed up with owner of New York Pizza about trash violation from morning patrol. Not a happy camper. Chill dude...its a warning.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Cyclist contact 7/05/2021 4:00 PM
Mtn bikers using the park for their own little bike race. Riding fast through other Herron park users.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/05/2021 3:30 PM
Contacted the W hotel after reports of their vehicles at Wildwood. The W does "test drive" rentals and does not provide shuttels. Their guests are good to use their rentals at WW and NSNP as long as they are not being dropped off by an employee. Other hotels do this as well.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 7/05/2021 3:15 PM
Stillwater Lane CO 544-YKJ, ID on center console was Maya Wexler. Parked all afternoon in the middle of the load zone
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/05/2021 2:15 PM
Pink tag CO: AZM-Q27 blue Mercedes parked at loading unloading no owners around. Written warning
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/05/2021 2:15 PM
Pink tagged CA: 8KRC532 brown Mazda CX-5 parked at loading/unloading area over an hour. No owners. Written warning.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Verbal Warning 7/05/2021 9:45 AM
Mary Liddington of Snowmass, DoL, "rusty" very friendly dog. Very friendly contact. Near Lazy Glen
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking Ticket 7/05/2021 9:00 AM
TBO-878 CO, truck and trailer blocking several spots at Basalt HS
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued written warning 7/05/2021 8:45 AM
Issued final warning to Mountain Chalet for bear trash compliance.
1557 Marolt Open Space Followed-up on issue 7/04/2021 7:30 PM
Checking up on compliance at the nonpermitted party. Everything is OK.
1557 Marolt Open Space Followed-up on issue 7/04/2021 4:30 PM
Nonpermitted party near the paragliders landing site. Met the party organizers & were promised a small gathering of no more than 50 people. Parks gave the go-ahead. will check on the proceedings. and again tomorrow AM.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/04/2021 4:15 PM
While driving eastbound on 82 I saw a woman and dog headed down the trail toward the beach. I turned around and by the time I walked to the beach the crowd had already shamed her out of the area. UTL
8136 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/04/2021 4:15 PM
Glass bottle of rosé chilling in the River. No one wanted to say it was theirs. Recycled it.
8140 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 7/04/2021 4:00 PM
Talked to a ton of Redstone neighbors at their 4th of July celebration. Many voiced how much they love Open Space and were happy we were here. Several questions about Filoha access and expressions of anger towards HOA. Many said to say hi when we are patrolling for water, lemonade, etc. John Armstrong says hello
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/04/2021 4:00 PM
Saw two dogs at South Gate parking. One group driving pass and another biking hoping to let dogs cool off. Told them the regulations and they were bummed but understood
8140 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/04/2021 4:00 PM
Saw two men exit river between South Gate and beach after taking swim. Told them regulations at car and explained wildlife love that area. Also driving and hopped in to cool off
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 7/04/2021 3:00 PM
Blake Cuneo and 3 others, on the beach at jhs near closure. Moved along, and vw
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 7/04/2021 2:45 PM
Blake Cuneo and 3 others were on the beach near the closure at JHS. Friendly, educated and they were happy to move along
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 7/04/2021 2:30 PM
DOL x3 with three ladies at the trailhead. Pointed out the leashes and signs. One gal works for San Miguel open space but they don’t have rangers. Friendly and understanding of rationale. Stated that in her department, “everyone is jealous of the Pitkin County Open Space Program”
8136 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Educational Contact 7/04/2021 2:00 PM
Asked a group with very loud music to turn it off. Compliant.
1557 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Followed-up on issue 7/04/2021 12:00 PM
Unpermitted picnic in Triangle park received the OK from Parks and Open space . Keeping an eye on it .All is OK.
8138 Brush Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/04/2021 11:30 AM
Dol Donna rispali of snowmass. Vw
8135 U.S. Forest Service Property Parking 7/04/2021 10:00 AM
Took a call from dispatch about parking up at the top hunter lot. I wrote 4 warnings on vehicles, did not log, as this is not our responsibility. The parking was pretty bad and overflowing into the road a ways. Most people did have a senior or handicapped tag.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Double w/other officer 7/04/2021 9:30 AM
With 1559 .Walkthrough of the mall area .everything great.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/03/2021 6:30 PM
Saw fisherman wandering near South Gate. Told him about no fishing in NSNP and where his spin rod was limited in the valley. He asked me about Weller Lake and I said to my knowledge it was okay but to check signage.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/03/2021 6:00 PM
Received payment from Michael Turner. Case closed.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/03/2021 5:30 PM
Waited for a paddle boarder who had a speaker on his board. Did not hear music but 8140 heard his phone ring through it. No violations when he pulled up to the bridge.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/03/2021 5:30 PM
8140 and I went to the beach together and heard faint music from a distance. Multiple people shouted to alert each other. Unable to determine where it came from. Let groups know we are out and music is not permitted (they know).
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 7/03/2021 5:15 PM
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 7/03/2021 4:30 PM
Two vehicles that double parked and did not leave their keys created quite the traffic jam at WW. It took several of us over an hour to work around them and free the blocked vehicles. Multiple vehicles in the fire lane. Moved along folks all afternoon.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Called to scene 7/03/2021 4:15 PM
Contact made with a man looking to have a BBQ . Explained we are under stage 2 fire restrictions and no open flames are permitted anywhere .
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/03/2021 2:00 PM
Contact with Luke Goldstein for music at the NS beach. I could barely hear the music and Luke was very cooperative. I explained 2nd offense would result in a citation. Verbal Written warning.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/03/2021 12:30 PM
Assisted a middle aged man with his parents out of HCT. He was feeling light headed and dizzy but started feeling better and regained fine motor skills as we went down
1557 Marolt Open Space Found resource damage 7/03/2021 12:00 PM
Removed branches blocking trail.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/03/2021 11:30 AM
DOL. black lab near Benedict bridge. Told owner Sammy Shea (male) about HCT rules. Explained wildlife and narrow trail for those scared of dogs. He and friends said they saw no signs and we should “hold city accountable for that” I asked where they came in, they said near apartments and that they saw leashes but no sign. I said there was 3 signs right there by leashes. They responded they’ve missed the signs for 20yrs and walked away.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Park use heavy 7/03/2021 11:00 AM
8139 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 7/03/2021 10:30 AM
Contacted two people who had set up camp in the Stein bridge picnic area. They were biking through “up to the maroon bells”. Explained that we do not allow camping on OST, they were going to pack up and “leave it cleaner” than when they arrived.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 7/03/2021 10:00 AM
Group of teens had one leashed, one off leash dog coming from Verena Mallory trail. They leashed dog as other couple asked directions. I reminded them where leashes are mandatory on HCT and that on smuggler it is sight&sound
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Cyclist contact 7/03/2021 9:45 AM
Moved two E-bikes out of the trail that were parked and blocking the route under the Cemetery Lane bridge.
8136 Open Space & Trails Fire 7/03/2021 9:30 AM
Caller asking if he could have a propane bbq grill-out on OST on the 4th. Explained propane grills must be permitted though JU. Gave RP her contact info. - He also wanted to now what the fine would be if he did it. I explained that receiving a fine does not mean he gets a hall pass for the day. Would not specify which park he wanted to use. He has, “lived here forever”. New York cell phone number..
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Followed-up on issue 7/02/2021 6:30 PM
Received a complaint about skateboarders riding fast and swerving through people on the trails in that area. Spoke with 3 males the RP pointed out and they agreed to slow down.
8139 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 7/02/2021 5:00 PM
Contacted Javier Delval Alvarez using an incorrect fishing rod after several outfitters called into dispatch about it. Realized there was a language barrier and that he didn’t speak much English. So did my best charades for artificial flies only and some mediocre Spanish to point him to places he could use his rod. Think he got most of it. Every fisherman on the Jaffee river trail was on the case. Verbal warning. Think perhaps a sign in Spanish could be useful at jaffee. And relocating the signs closer to the trail and away from the boat ramp — that might be CPW buznass though
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Called to scene 7/02/2021 4:30 PM
RP reported an aggressive pit bull at Heron Park. 142 arrived first and observed no aggressive behavior. Dog and owner moved on.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/02/2021 4:30 PM
Contacted 4 paddle boarders attempting to put in at the beach- had them move their car to South Gate. Explained rationale
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/02/2021 4:30 PM
Contacted another 2 paddle boarders that had taken off. Explained the allowed launch points, “we’re from New Jersey, we don’t know anything”
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/02/2021 4:00 PM
Issued Kevin Murphy of Boulder a WW for fishing within the preserve. Immediately apologetic and receptive to the nature preserve rationale. Walked him out and pointed him to other locations to continue fishing. First contact, WW.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 7/02/2021 3:30 PM
DOL in upper meadow heading toward lower hunter leash area. Reminded to leash dog. Seemed surprised we required leashes. Fielded multiple questions about wildlife, trails, general area info.
1559 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Followed-up on issue 7/02/2021 3:15 PM
Trimmed trees in Main St that were impeding the viewline of speed limit signs at request of 124.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/02/2021 3:15 PM
DOL with John McMahon lower HC. Claimed to think he was on smuggler. Discussed rationale for leash law. Oriented him to voice and sight locations. First offense. VW
1557 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route User conflict 7/02/2021 1:30 PM
Contact made with a black Ferrari driving several blocks while ignoring the one block only signs at every street crossing. Redirected driver to Main st.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Park use heavy 7/02/2021 12:45 PM
Park very busy, Mall traffic heavy . Had a few contacts for DOL and 2 biker contacts for riding in the Mall.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park User conflict 7/02/2021 12:00 PM
Received a complaint from Herron park users regarding several E- bikers going way too fast through walkers on the trail. UTL
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Issued verbal warning 7/02/2021 12:00 PM
Multiple Education contacts on trail etiquette on Ute Trail.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/02/2021 12:00 PM
Contacted Lydia Addy DOL with her dog Lyla. First contact, polite and cooperative. Had the regulations backwards thinking she had to leash in the valley and was V&S on the trail up. Straightened it out and explained the wildlife rationale in the narrow riparian zone. VW
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 7/02/2021 11:15 AM
Just heads up RFC is using Basalt HS as parking lot for 4th weekend. Most cars in Rio lot look like trail users, but something to watch
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 7/02/2021 11:15 AM
Informed woman smoking on HCT that current fire restrictions don’t allow smoking near vegetation. Suggested she finish cig in the pavement near apartments.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/02/2021 10:30 AM
Contact made with a large family walking the trail with 2 DOL. Explained the leash laws and the rationale behind the laws ie. bikes, wildlife . compliant.
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Park permit check 7/01/2021 11:30 PM
Contacted Mark Schmidt with a kids camp in Newbury Park. Took his information and directed to him to Kirsten Kline for permit.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/01/2021 4:30 PM
Contacted a family walking their bikes in James H. Explained the nature preserve and the strict rules to keep the nature preserve esthetic- they apologized, had forgot their bike lock and didn’t want to leave the bikes at the rack not locked. I understood, and walked them out. Polite and compliant from out of town.
8139 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 7/01/2021 2:00 PM
Spoke to a dog owner about the leash regs in the parking area. Nice, compliant. Was aware of the accident last summer (car vs dog)- returned to her vehicle for a leash.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/01/2021 11:30 AM
DOL. small black & white terrier Shirley, owner Carol Farnsworth explained she is uncomfortable in rocks with him on leash. I suggested keeping on leash as much as possible, dropping if absolutely necessary. Understanding and nice.
8140 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Parking 7/01/2021 11:30 AM
Spoke with owner of Aspen Pet Pals at upper HC parking lot. He told me he had just called the SO about nonseniors parking up here and that the SO said they’d contact OST. I heard nothing on radio but went along with it. He expressed he was upset about bikers etc taking up spots. I said I understood and would relay to Rangers. Luckily all 4 cars parked had handicap or senior sticker while I was there. 970-618-4207
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued written warning 7/01/2021 11:00 AM
Written Warning to Tricia Edwards. Appeared to be a good dog owner, with a simply lapse in attentiveness. Feeling nice.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 7/01/2021 9:30 AM
People have been using up the HC leashes! Refilled empty Lani White and Lower HC. Will restock and head up top later today.
8139 Filoha Meadows Open Space Trails 7/01/2021 9:00 AM
Opened the gate! Filoha is open for the season ((((as a private preserve for the neightborhood. Eye roll)))
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/30/2021 2:15 PM
Emailed Ted about possible permit violations near Arbaney and Near wingo. Both are accessing the trail, maybe without proper docuementation
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/30/2021 2:00 PM
Contacted Grace Satter of LA for having a bike in James H. Smith. Grace is a minor and I explained the next time she would be cited. WW
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Written Warning 6/30/2021 1:15 PM
Commercial Violation, deCycles Indiana. They are staying at the Episcopal Church tonight. 40+ riders riding the RGT. http://decyclesindiana.org/
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 6/30/2021 8:30 AM
Issued CO: DHG-176 a second parking ticket, see once again on the windshield. Left my card with the warning that next time will be a tow per 8135
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 6/30/2021 8:30 AM
Issued CO: DHG-176 a second parking ticket, see once again on the windshield. Left my card with the warning that next time will be a tow per 8135
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 6/30/2021 8:30 AM
Pink tagged IA: GRC-731 for overnight parking in lot
8138 Sheriff's Office Ticket Follow-up 6/29/2021 9:00 AM
Dropped off so parking tickets
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/29/2021 8:30 AM
Contacted co: AED-713 at north gate. Sprinter van, nice fellow, claimed he just did a ride on eoa and was having breakfast before work
8138 East of Aspen Trail Wildlife 6/28/2021 4:15 PM
Same minors from beach education. Chipmunk ran under one their bike tires on EoA near S Gate. They were using leaves to move off trail.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/28/2021 3:30 PM
Two minors with bikes at the beach. Unaware of regs, walked bikes back to rack.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/28/2021 12:30 PM
Pink Tagged CO:148-WOS for parking at North Gate. White Ford Super Duty truck - Columbine landscaping.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/28/2021 12:30 PM
Olivia Cook, minor, DoL. friendly contact
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Found resource damage 6/28/2021 6:30 AM
Bear patrol 12 unsecured cans, 3 bear entries.
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Educational Contact 6/27/2021 5:15 PM
Contact with a bigger at the gate, informed of rules where bikes can be
8136 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/27/2021 4:30 PM
Attempted to serve Skye Weinglass for having a dog in a closed area at NSNP. Weinglass was not at her downtown "Skye Gallery". I spoke with an employee and asked for her to contact me asap. I'll try again when I'm not on duty if she doesn't call me. - Weinglass was identified from a wildlife camera photo with a dog on 6/15/21.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/27/2021 4:30 PM
Contacted a group with a dog at Wildwood. Explained new regulations. No one seemed to want to take responsibility. Eventually a gal left with the dog.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/27/2021 4:00 PM
PA for Trent Marshall for playing music while floating NSNP. Cooperative and understanding. Warning for beaching and standing on riverbank
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/27/2021 4:00 PM
PA for music at NS beach for Craig Sims. Cooperative, likely won’t pay from Georgia
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 6/27/2021 4:00 PM
PT for CO:AEG-203 parking over 40min in Stillwater takeout loading zone with tire over white line. Was called in to dispatch.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/27/2021 4:00 PM
Told some people that were resting boards in shallow water the rules about float thru and not beaching. They were in a grey area but understood why float thru only
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/27/2021 4:00 PM
Told CO: 477-WAU to not park in firelane at Wildwood. He said he’d be there for 10mins, I explained it was for emergency access and requested he move to loading zone. He then told me his kids went to wildwood and he personally knew the neighbors and that they were find with him being there. I reiterated it was for fire trucks etc and he didn’t move til wife was embarrassed. He said I had nothing better to do and was not kind to aces natties saying Aspen was a police state
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/27/2021 3:00 PM
Contacted two vehicles unloading across the highway in No Parking zone. Confrontational and insisted, "unloading isn't parking". Explained hazardous conditions. Intent to prohibit parking is to prevent people from crossing the highway etc.
8138 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 6/27/2021 3:00 PM
Minor medical, deadline and highline. see report. superficial abrasions
8136 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/27/2021 2:45 PM
Walking up to the beach, someone shouted "Ranger!" seemingly to alert the crowd to correct behavior. Amp music? Glass? No violations observed.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/27/2021 2:15 PM
A teenage male approached me with a spin rod asking about NSNP regs. Gave him the info and thanked for asking!
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/27/2021 1:30 PM
Hung out at takeout and encouraged flow of traffic. Moved along countless cars attempting to park across the highway or poorly at the 15 min loading zone.
8140 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking Ticket 6/27/2021 7:30 AM
Issued PCSO ticket to CO: DHG-176. This car was pink tagged in past and had morning dew on it at 730.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/26/2021 4:00 PM
Yogi has been missing from 60 Wildwood Lane. He is deaf, blind, and has dementia. If found in NSNP area contact Terry Cain at 970-618-2219.
8140 Stein Park (AVLT) Educational Contact 6/26/2021 3:30 PM
Small scruffy dog ran up to me while I was putting bike on rack in parking lot. Walked down to park to find humans and reminded that leashes were needed on Rio and to be careful in busy lot. Unsure if they were walking unleashed or had finished playing in park.
8139 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 6/26/2021 2:00 PM
Place was HOPPING! Couldn’t stop because parking was full and people were parking on the road shoulder. Saw a few sketchy (more than usual) parking moves. Any idea of when the construction is going to be done??
8139 Wilden Property Patrol/Outreach 6/26/2021 2:00 PM
New bridge looks gooooooooood
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/26/2021 12:30 PM
Dog on beach. Gave PA to Christina Abramson. Very kind and receptive to reasons for PA.
8139 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/26/2021 11:30 AM
Rode Glassier and chatted with a few folks. Happy to see a ranger out on the trail, one guy said he “had never” seen a ranger out there. Few said that they’ve seen “a couple” ebike each time they ride
8139 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 6/26/2021 10:00 AM
Handed out the e bike flyers to the Carbondale shops. Everyone was stoked on them and happy to have information to give people
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 6/25/2021 8:30 AM
Told runner that dog needed to be on leash as he entered HCT from Red Mtn rd area. He said he’d use his shirt as one? Gave him a leash and explained where on Hunter Creek leashes were required
8140 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Educational Contact 6/25/2021 8:30 AM
Saw off leash black & white poodle approaching lower HCT and reminded owners it needed to be on leash once they reached kiosk sign.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/24/2021 4:00 PM
Spoke with Mark at the construction site across from North Gate, alerted him that we have been giving warnings for construction vehicles parking in the lot. But that we will be ticketing (beginning tomorrow) for construction vehicles parked in the lot. He said he was unaware we had been issuing warnings and would spread the word. Not sure how he’s going to do this….but he is aware that we are going to be ticketing because of the ongoing nature of the issue
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/24/2021 4:00 PM
Spoke with Mark at the construction site across from North Gate, alerted him that we have been giving warnings for construction vehicles parking in the lot. But that we will be ticketing (beginning tomorrow) for construction vehicles parked in the lot. He said he was unaware we had been issuing warnings and would spread the word. Not sure how he’s going to do this….but he is aware that we are going to be ticketing because of the ongoing nature of the issue
8139 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 6/24/2021 12:15 PM
Checked up on the status of the chainsaw- they sent it to “the north store” and it should be back & fixed by next week// the first.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/24/2021 12:00 PM
Removed several stickers covering the dog regulation sign at South Gate.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/24/2021 12:00 PM
Submit George Lemon PA to court.
1557 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/24/2021 11:45 AM
I found a dog walking alone on the EoA trail next to the highway. I was able to follow the dog home and he introduced me to his owner .
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Followed-up on issue 6/24/2021 10:00 AM
I am still getting calls of a camper in this park. UTL
8139 Open Space & Trails Signage 6/24/2021 9:30 AM
Put up the Stage II fire restriction signs -see sheet for locations. Believe Andrew Open Space is the only one that didn’t get the upgraded restrictions due to construction in the area.
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Helmet education 6/24/2021 8:30 AM
I was approached by a young family asking me to speak about the importance of wearing a bike helmet to their children.
1557 City Golf Course Cyclist contact 6/23/2021 7:15 PM
I talked with a biker who was riding the fairway, he agreed to stay on the trail.
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park User conflict 6/23/2021 6:45 PM
A group of skateboarders playing loud music was being confronted by other park users. They turned their music down.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Followed-up on issue 6/23/2021 4:45 PM
I received a call regarding a sign that has been blocking the Ute Avenue trail . Spoke with the manager at Propaganda pizza. He moved the sign.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Parking issues 6/23/2021 1:15 PM
Moved along a truck partially blocking the trail. The driver was compliant.
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill Litter minimal 6/23/2021 12:00 PM
Walkthrough of the area. Use minimal.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Double w/other officer 6/23/2021 9:15 AM
Assist with City CRO in looking for a dog that has been reported to be roaming the area around Glory Hole park for 2/3 weeks .UTL
1557 ABC/BurlingameTrail Cyclist contact 6/22/2021 7:45 PM
I received Cyclist's complaint about the repair work being done on the AABC trail. Once they heard their complaint spoken out loud they agreed the repair work was needed.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/22/2021 5:00 PM
Brad Sutton of Aspen, Music at beach. I initially was going to write a PA, he had a strong emotional response to my presence, but was willing to talk. I walked him to the sign and he was able to calm down. I opted for a warning, he downloaded pitkin outside and was excited to have the right information.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/22/2021 4:45 PM
Pink Tagged two enterprise rental trucks. Drivers came, I explained the rules, they said they talked to a deputy in the morning who said parking there for the day was ok. sent an email
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 6/22/2021 4:45 PM
AWR is using North gate as a parking area to pickup guests and transport to raft elsewhere. Sent email
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/22/2021 4:00 PM
Issued stern warning for car parked longer than 45 min at Stillwater arson white line. About to leave warning but occupants arrived and I gave a verbal warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/22/2021 4:00 PM
Educated two young men about fishing regs on the upper Rio. Both were using spinner rods. Claimed someone told them it was ok. Both had fishing licenses, and I made it clear they were responsible for knowing the regulations. Friendly.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/22/2021 4:00 PM
Commercial permit verbal warning for parking in a no parking area at NS preserve. Issued warning to Sam Dwyer of Ajax Adventure Camp for parking in a pullout with a no parking sign. I explained the regs of the permit, and that parking in a designated area was mandatory also explained two infraction rule, could lose permit. Sam Was very apologetic and understanding and he said he would tell all the employees.
8138 Administration E-bike Contact 6/22/2021 3:30 PM
Took pamphlet and had a conversation with Aspen Bikes. Believe it or not, they have their own QR code with a map of riding areas that are legal.
8138 Sky Mountain Park E-bike Contact 6/22/2021 3:00 PM
Viewline, 4 ebikers came up behind me. I stopped them, called for 242, 243, not on duty. I was clearly in SMV jurisdiction. I gave a stern warning and reasons why and directed them to resources where they can ride. They rented from Aspen Bikes. Names are; Oscar Andres Cabada Kriebel, Walter Kissling, Felipe Cabada, Sebastian Missura. They turned around and I watched them exit the trail system
8138 East of Aspen Trail Signage 6/22/2021 12:30 PM
8137 fielded call about missing stop sign at EoA at Stillwater Rd. I was in the area and confirmed that it was missing. Sent email, CoA jurisdiction, Ted forwarded to BL
8138 East of Aspen Trail Resource Damage 6/22/2021 12:30 PM
The fence at EoA along Stillwater Rd was also broken
8138 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 6/22/2021 12:00 PM
Pink tagged qui 985 for parking in admin spot. Left a note about residential parking too
8137 Administration Maintenance 6/22/2021 11:00 AM
Both chainsaw gas cans have been refilled with gas mix. Ready to go!
1557 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 6/22/2021 11:00 AM
Placed red tags on unlocked compost and trash containers. 602 E Cooper#202 312 Hunter ST. 613 E Cooper
8137 Moore Open Space Signage 6/22/2021 9:30 AM
New no overnight parking signs installed at Prince of Peace.
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Followed-up on issue 6/22/2021 9:00 AM
Patrolling the park for a reported camper. UTL.
8138 Glassier Open Space Illegal Camping 6/22/2021 8:30 AM
Paul reported camper at parking area, utl, keep an eye out
8138 Moore Open Space Parking 6/21/2021 4:30 PM
QPF035. Flat bed trailer, pink tagged, while documenting a truck with hagist excavation came to retrieve, driver was aggravated, I explained that storage is prohibited, he told me that a guy told him that was ok, I asked who, he finally said his boss. He said that they would just leave the truck attached, I told him that commercial use is not allowed as well.
8138 Cora May Open Space Signage 6/21/2021 4:00 PM
Signage has disappeared and there was evidence of a small campfire on the flat
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/21/2021 3:30 PM
Pink tagged Red a Subaru Accord NH: 384-3617 parked at Stillwater for more than 45 min. No owners in sight.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/21/2021 2:45 PM
Educated two gentlemen who were smoking cigarettes at South Gate. They did not know about the fire ban. Apologetic and put put cigs. Then educated them again when they entered South Gate river access with glass bottles. Once again apologetic and compliant.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/21/2021 2:45 PM
Moved along a two men who were “shooting a music video” just off the EOA trail in an Aspen grove. I explained the regs of the nature preserve and gave ideas if a better location. No commercial activity.
8137 Jaffee Park Penalty Assessment 6/21/2021 11:45 AM
Contact with Paul Rudnick with dog “Woody” white labradoodle for failure to remove dog waste on the Jaffee River Trail. Penalty Assessment.
8138 Emma Trail Signage 6/21/2021 10:00 AM
Grabbed sign for Ted and added cones to the new asphalt
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/21/2021 9:30 AM
Fielded questions from a caller concerned about moose in the preserve. I tried to answer his question if “is it dangerous” as best as possible.
8137 Administration Meeting/Planning 6/21/2021 9:00 AM
Pink tags are restocked!
8138 East of Aspen Trail E-bike Contact 6/20/2021 6:00 PM
Class III e-bike. Gave a VW and e-bikes in pitkin pamphlet
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/20/2021 5:30 PM
Pink tagged WY 23858 black subaru across from stillwater
8138 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Parking 6/20/2021 1:30 PM
Helped Deputy 10 by going to upper HC parking area, there was an RP who stated people parked poorly. UTL
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/20/2021 1:30 PM
Told family beached and peeing in preserve just upstream of South Gate that river was float-thru only and they were trespassing where I saw several moose day before. They told me they saw zero signs then blushed about bad lying. They were across river and had nervous kiddos so no PA or info gathering. Felt strong warning was enough for future compliance.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 6/20/2021 1:00 PM
Laurel Yule of Aspen Whitewater, loading across the street at still water. Verbal warning, emailed Jim
8138 Jaffee Park E-bike Contact 6/20/2021 11:00 AM
Asking directions to RGT,Class III contact, gave pamphlet
8138 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 6/20/2021 11:00 AM
Alexander Macintyre, Aspen outfitting, 3 guests.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Maintenance 6/20/2021 7:45 AM
Overnight hit&run damaging significant section of South Gate put-in lot fencing. See report for more details.
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Parking issues 6/19/2021 8:15 PM
Ford F350 with a large horse trailer parked across all parking spots. I found the driver and backed into the unloading area and out of the way.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/19/2021 6:15 PM
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 6/19/2021 6:15 PM
1557 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/19/2021 5:00 PM
Dena Walsh DOL a small brown Boxer mix.
8136 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Closed Area 6/19/2021 4:30 PM
I received notice from Battalion 4 that it was safe to re-open Arbaney-Kittle. 8140 opened it up at 1745 hours.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 6/19/2021 4:15 PM
1 biker with a flat tire had all the tools but did not know how to replace the tube I gave a quick lesson and fixed the tire.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/19/2021 3:45 PM
Contacted John Klassen and Jake Miller beyond the Beach Gate kiosk with fishing poles. Both we're CU students wandering around looking for places to fish without due diligence. Provided fishing licenses. Info logged in compliance. They were appreciative for warnings and information on places to explore.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/19/2021 3:30 PM
Contacted three males in the North Gate parking lot with spinner rods. They approached me asking where they could fish. They actually read the kiosk and saw the No Fishing icon. Set them up with Pitkin Outside. Explained McFarlane to Woody Creek is fly only.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/19/2021 3:00 PM
Contacted Derrick Halls DOL, said he “just” took the dog off leash, thought it was “leash-less”, didn’t see anyone around due to the rain so decided to take the leash off. Chatted about the wildlife rationale for the area and that they don’t care about the rain. Good education, first contact from out of town. VW
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/19/2021 12:45 PM
Citation issued to Chris Doyle for a dog in closed area - floating in the nature preserve at South Gate.
8139 Emma Trail Signage 6/19/2021 12:00 PM
Picked up the Trail Closure signs from the emma trail, paving looked complete. Get the BLADEZ she smoooooth
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 6/19/2021 12:00 PM
Met with new ACES naturalists on their first day of NSNP. A large group gave them some trouble. The remainder of the day was mellow and manageable. Encouraged them to branch out and walk/bike/explore the nature preserve and not get stuck all day at Wildwood. Also, gave Katherine the nattie radios. Remember to bring them to NS and be on channel 4 to be in contact with them.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 6/19/2021 11:30 AM
Katherine ACES supernattie called asking for help from rangers. 8140 was in the area and responded.
8140 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 6/19/2021 10:00 AM
DOL. Gave small dog, Jojo, a leash and some off-leash area options to owner as they entered Rio from town near Jeni Adair
8136 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Closed Area 6/18/2021 9:30 PM
I closed Arbaney-Kittle per request from Snowmass Canyon Fire incident commander.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Closed Area 6/18/2021 5:15 PM
8139 and I closed the RGT between Arciero and Gerbaz to match the Lower River Rd closure during the initial Snowmass Canyon Fire response.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/18/2021 5:15 PM
Wildland fire due to lightning strike began on USFS land in upper Wheatley Gulch.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 6/18/2021 12:00 PM
Contacted 4 people with 2 DOL wrestling at near the water under Benedict Bridge. Reminded to leash while back on trail. Fielded questions about wildlife etc.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/18/2021 10:30 AM
Contacted a male unloading a paddleboard off his jeep at Beach Gate. Informed of No Boat Launch regulation at the beach. Compliant.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 6/18/2021 9:30 AM
Riders reminded to walk their bikes in the mall. Compliant.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog waste kudos 6/18/2021 9:30 AM
1557 Herron/Newbury Park User conflict 6/18/2021 8:30 AM
A dog walker and a biker needed to be reminded that a multi-use trail is for everyone and to show respect for other users . They both agreed.
8139 Open Space & Trails Signage 6/17/2021 12:00 PM
Put up Stage I fire ban information up valley through mid valley. There are more if there’s a location that is lacking. See sheet for locations
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/17/2021 10:45 AM
Pink tagged CO:191-RNN, parked across the road from Stillwater bridge. Advised to look at the sign they parked in front of to find Where To Park
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 6/17/2021 8:00 AM
Posted Stage 1 fire ban in Crystal. See sheet for locations.
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 6/17/2021 7:15 AM
Documented suspected overnight parking on sheet. Talked to an RO who “goes to the gym early” then moves his BMW X5 up to the smuggler lot. Same story as all the apt cars- not enough parking spots, property manager is going to speak to us, not the right district for the permitted parking on Park. Was blunt with him that it was well known that there was limited parking when they all moved into those apartments and that it is the busiest trail in town with only 30 spots so if they take them up it will cause additional parking problems in the area. He did push the “Day Use” saying that if they move them there for the day that technically it’s within the rules of the lot. I think we should change the signs to say Trail Use only
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 6/17/2021 7:15 AM
Pink tagged white Hyundai Tucson CO:609-XTI. Car was parked there at 1800 the night before- first warning
1557 Parks Office Double w/other officer 6/17/2021 6:30 AM
Ridealong with 144. Bear trash warnings placed on several dumpsters and trash cans.
1557 East Aspen Trail Cyclist contact 6/16/2021 5:00 PM
Assist a group of bikers with bike repair and directions.
1557 Rio Grande Park Parking issues 6/16/2021 4:00 PM
A truck parked on the Rio Grande trail unloading product for the event tent in John Denver. Moved along and advised the driver where to park to unload.
8139 Open Space & Trails E-bike Contact 6/16/2021 1:00 PM
Passed out the new e bike brochures to Snowmass Sports, 4mtn sports (sm mall), Snowmass Info booth, Basalt Bike & Ski (Willits). Pretty slick with the QR code and map, shops seemed more excited about the new materials. We will have to drop more as soon as we get the next batch in.
8139 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/16/2021 11:00 AM
The back door to the homestead was unlocked, walked through the place and no one was inside // nothing out of place.
8139 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 6/16/2021 11:00 AM
Closed the middle gate for Lucy to run cattle during the next two days- wasn’t sure if it would be tomorrow or the next day. But the cattle wanted to go through the gate last time they ran them up there, so said I’d close the gate to keep everyone moving up towards the crown. We can relock the gate open after she runs them up
1557 Marolt Open Space Double w/other officer 6/16/2021 10:00 AM
With 1558 and Aspen trail crew.Trail closures for trail resurfacing.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/15/2021 4:00 PM
Reminded Several dog owners that leashes are required in Herron park due to the number of children using park.Advised lof Off leash areas.All compliant.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Parking issues 6/15/2021 1:30 PM
Contact with truck owner partially blocking the trail. The truck was removed.
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Called to scene 6/15/2021 11:30 AM
Called about a man camping in the park . UTL
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Dog waste/bag on ground 6/15/2021 9:00 AM
Several dog waste bags left in the park. Found 1 dog owner willing to help her fellow owners by picking up all bags. Kudos!
8135 Ute Trail Accident/Rescue 6/14/2021 4:30 PM
Responded to a 56 YO male with 1559 who had fallen on the Ute trail. Dislocated shoulder and head injury. See report.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/14/2021 3:15 PM
Contacted Aaron Davis of AZ after seeing him walking through the NS meadow above the Beach on the hwy side with his dog on leash. He had entered the water at South Gate and somebody told him to get off the water with his Dog. See report. PA.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/14/2021 3:00 PM
Received a call from dispatch. An individual called to report multiple Ebikers on Prince Creek trail. We did not have anyone in the area but I called the RP back and talked a bit about where Ebikes are and are no allowed up there.
1559 Parks Office Called to scene 6/14/2021 11:15 AM
Removed a shovel from lane of traffic at the roundabout.
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Litter moderate 6/14/2021 10:00 AM
Cleaned up moderate amount of litter that made its way down to Marron Creek Wetlands.
8138 Sheriff's Office Parking Ticket 6/14/2021 8:45 AM
Dropped parking tickets from the weekend off
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 6/14/2021 6:30 AM
Bear Patrol with 151. Found 4 unlocked dumpsters and a problem dumpster from the Carribou Club had lots of trash sitting outside waiting to be eaten.
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Fire 6/13/2021 6:45 PM
Fire reported near Tiehack, I glassed the area and gave engine 62 coordinates toward Pfister road. It was a BBQ
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/13/2021 4:30 PM
Michael Turner PA for music at NSNP beach. He was silent while friends yelled every excuse possible.
8138 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking Ticket 6/13/2021 4:30 PM
co VCL-083, watched for 20 minutes, looked for owner, ticketed.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/13/2021 3:30 PM
Alex Scofield, of loveland. using audible music near the beach. floating on innertube, was with 2 others. compliant.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/13/2021 2:00 PM
Max Johnson's RV was parked at North Gate all day. Check in the am for overnight parking/camping.
8138 City of Aspen Open Space Fire 6/13/2021 1:30 PM
8140 and myself responded to a wildfire at Marolt Open Space, near the Castle Creek/82 bridge. It was started by a transformer. It was extinguished in 20 minutes or so. We provided traffic control on the bike paths.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking Ticket 6/13/2021 1:00 PM
Ticketed CA 6J90208 for parking in the 10 minute loading zone for over one hour.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking Ticket 6/13/2021 1:00 PM
Ticketed CO HQV966 for parking in the 10 minute loading zone for over one hour.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking Ticket 6/13/2021 1:00 PM
Ticketed IN RZ2182 for parking in the Fire Lane for over one hour.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/13/2021 12:30 PM
Report of a fisherman in waders at the beach. UTL
8138 Mills OSP Commercial Permit Check 6/13/2021 11:30 AM
Aspen Fly Fishing, Greg Rumbaugh guide. Watched his client pull out a nice fish right at "hawaii 5-0" Verbalized he was excited to see rangers checking commercials "finally"
8138 Stein Trail Whitewater 6/13/2021 11:00 AM
On river patrol, I coached two swimmers back to their boats from KAK. Grabbed two paddles and returned them.
8138 Stein Park (AVLT) Parking 6/13/2021 10:00 AM
Talked to Scotty Gibsone of KAK, asked him to move the van away from access to RGT and stein. Complied, said the other companies were taking liberties with their time at stein in the morning. Will keep an eye out.
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Park permit check 6/12/2021 6:30 PM
Contacted a party set up at Ute Park. Party had permit, but was instructed to move car out of park
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/12/2021 2:30 PM
No permit. Commercial wedding photos in NSNP. $100 PA, see report.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/12/2021 2:00 PM
DOL with Johnny Bosche of Nicaragua. Seemed surprised there was a leash law. Compliant. Had a good discussion about wildlife and crowded trails. Sent to Pitkin Outside for V and S locations. First offense.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/12/2021 11:45 AM
DOL. William Burke w black dog. Told dogs must be on leash kiosk down. Walked by me leashed then off later, evaded contact but compliant.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/12/2021 11:45 AM
DOL near Lani White. Jessica leashed Tina when saw me. First time hiking, explained where dog leashes are required
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/12/2021 11:45 AM
DOL in boulders before Benedict Bridge. Maureen Poschman said it is hard to hike with dog on leash in that area. I explained it’s better to drop leash for maneuver then pick up than to have off leash. Friendly.
1559 Sky Mountain Park Called to scene 6/12/2021 11:00 AM
Responded to Medical on Viewline Trail. 8138 was quick to patient and provided great patient updates. RFFR, OST, MRA evac on ATV via Jack Rabbit Rd.
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 6/12/2021 8:00 AM
Added several cars to the parking observations. Early shift can cross reference to pink tag/ticket. Final warning for CO: BDR-M08 ( BMW X5)
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park User conflict 6/11/2021 5:00 PM
Diffused hostile user conflict between two dog owners. Two barking dogs led to 1 scared and "injured" dog. No Criminal activity, separated parties.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/11/2021 3:30 PM
Told two women in twenties that they couldn’t hangout in South Gate meadow area. I pointed them towards the beach.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/11/2021 2:30 PM
Reminded Blazing Adventure to use loading zone at Wildwood Put in. It wasn’t too busy but AWR was in loading so they temporarily unloaded behind ranger truck and blocked neighbors driving.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/11/2021 2:30 PM
Told Hyatt Residents Club driver that all commercial drivers need a permit to drop off/pick up at North Star. Pointed him towards outfitter shuttles to recommend to guests and to have his management apply for permit next year. He said it was his first request out here and he was glad to know to avoid $2 drive tips.
8139 Wheatley Gulch Parking 6/11/2021 1:00 PM
Dispatch aired a call of a car parked in the Wheatley open space, a deputy took the call and tagged the car parked off the road in the field. I walked the gulch area where we had previously found other items before. All clear, just some turkeys chilling.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking Ticket 6/11/2021 1:00 PM
CO 3137384 for parking blatantly in the fire lane.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/11/2021 1:00 PM
Moved along 4 cars in about an hour around the pedestrian takeout. Mostly attempting to park across the road in the no parking zone.
8140 Penny Hot Springs Patrol/Outreach 6/11/2021 10:45 AM
2 cars, no one in pools. Water has flooded out hot springs
8136 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/10/2021 3:30 PM
Motorcycle driving on the bike path crossing Castle Creek Bride headed upvalley. Zipped into the West end neighborhood. Unable to contact.
8136 Woody Creek Parking Lot Educational Contact 6/10/2021 1:30 PM
Contacted two women with a DOL near the RGT wooden bridge. Understood regulation and claimed to not be using the trail.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 6/10/2021 1:00 PM
Received a voicemail from Mariella Katryniok regarding a dog chasing a moose near the pedestrian bridge. 8139 was in the area but the dog was GOA. See report.
8136 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 6/10/2021 1:00 PM
Contacted a woman with 3 dogs, one of which was off leash in the parking area. Explained the need for leashes while in the parking area. Pointed out nearly full parking lot and multiple rafting shuttle drivers posing a danger to her pets.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 6/10/2021 12:00 PM
Discussed Viewline dog violation picked up on wildlife camera with TOSV. The camera is on Snowmass property. TOSV plans to cite Lauren Twohig who was identified by 8139.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/10/2021 9:30 AM
Interviewed by the Aspen Times regarding increased moose activity at NSNP. See article.
8139 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 6/09/2021 4:30 PM
Dropped Saw II at the Carbondale Ace hardware to be worked on, they will call when it’s done
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 6/09/2021 4:30 PM
Lots of questions about the moose. A group asked if I would “ direct them to where the moose were”. I informed them that they are in fact animals and tend to wander, and that there are many animals that live within the preserve and would not encourage seeking out the moose.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/09/2021 4:00 PM
Spoke with a group about taking out at the beach. Directed them to the bridge and answered parking questions for the future
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 6/09/2021 3:00 PM
Report of same moose at river edge snorting and stomping from a river user
8139 Hooks Spur Lot Trash 6/09/2021 1:00 PM
Picked up a fair amount of trash from the lot, seems to have been neglected in recent months. Worth stopping by and doing some pick up
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/09/2021 1:00 PM
Added most aggressive moose signage to wildwood, JHS and S. Gate.
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Wildlife 6/09/2021 10:00 AM
Witnessed a momma moose and 2 babies while cleaning up duckies from prior night RFC float
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Special Event 6/09/2021 10:00 AM
Cleaned up Duckies from JHS from float the night before
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Wildlife 6/08/2021 7:15 PM
RFC float, had a moose hold us up at the beach near JHS. Moose didn't move along and kept closing the distance, snorting, licking lips, hackles up, and squaring up our direction. Called 10 for backup, left the boats and had guests leave the river corridor. see report
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/08/2021 3:30 PM
J. Barthez. dog in the preserve, warning x 3 for bikes in the preserve
8138 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 6/08/2021 11:00 AM
I was first on scene for a fender bender at the roundabout. Checked for injuries, got law en route.
8138 Moore Open Space Parking 6/08/2021 10:00 AM
DRJ-674, trailer at Prince of Peace, warning
8138 Moore Open Space Penalty Assessment 6/08/2021 10:00 AM
$50 to trailer 115-SBJ. Driver came on scene as I wrote ticket. Wrote it to Marcos Orellana
8138 City of Aspen Open Space Accident/Rescue 6/07/2021 4:30 PM
Helped a lady the wrecked her E-bike. scrapes and bumps, gave a ride back the Hyatt
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Commercial Permit Check 6/07/2021 4:00 PM
Matt Clarke of Aspen Outfitting. Derigging a trip, everything was in order, he's still happy we're checking in on them.
8138 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/07/2021 11:45 AM
Call from PCRDC from a citizen regarding NSNP regulations
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/07/2021 11:00 AM
Callie (rhymes with holly) Sinclair of SMV, DOL.
8138 Sheriff's Office Parking Ticket 6/07/2021 9:30 AM
Dropped off parking Tickets
8138 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 6/07/2021 9:00 AM
Pink tagged bdrm08 after observing several days
8140 Wilton Jaffee Trail Educational Contact 6/06/2021 4:45 PM
Contacted dad with two young boys from Austin fishing with two spin rods and a fly rod. Informed them that upstream of woody creek was fly only. Showed them Pitkin Outside and encouraged them to get better info on spots from fly shop.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking Ticket 6/06/2021 2:00 PM
Ticketed a Black GMC Denali (FL: NPY-J28) for parking in the Fire Lane on Wildwood Lane.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 6/06/2021 2:00 PM
Ticketed a Silver Nissan Leaf (CO: ADG-W54) for parking in the no parking zone across from Stillwater takeout.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 6/06/2021 1:00 PM
Ticketed a grey Toyota Highlander (IN: SU1284) for parking in the no parking zone across from Stillwater takeout.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 6/06/2021 1:00 PM
Ticketed a black Mazda CX-5 (CO: BDR-Q30) for parking in the no parking zone across from Stillwater takeout.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 6/06/2021 1:00 PM
Ticketed a grey Toyota Highlander (CO: DHF-261) for parking in the no parking zone across from Stillwater takeout.
8140 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 6/06/2021 1:00 PM
DOL on Lani White trail. Candace leashed Molly and apologized saying she typically leashed once on Hunter. I was unfamiliar with the signage at TH so said “last warning”. Should’ve ticketed.
8138 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Wildlife 6/06/2021 11:45 AM
Hiking up smuggler mountain road, 8140 and myself got word of an aggressive grouse at the top of BTS. We made our way there, and was aggressively chased by a grouse. Probably escorting users away from nesting area. Grouse did follow us for quite a while either direction when we were there. Located just on trail from top kiosk, BTS.
8138 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Verbal Warning 6/06/2021 11:45 AM
Whit Solvers of Snowmass Village, e-bike on BTS. Explained where ebikes are legal. The grouse was still in the area. I had to break the contact quickly as the the grouse was about to encroach our space.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Called to scene 6/06/2021 10:00 AM
Responded to a bike accident up Maroon Crk Rd from Highlands. 50 yr old F w/ facial lacs and rib pain. Ambi Transported, patients party transported bike.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 6/06/2021 9:00 AM
Witnessed Aspen Kayak and Charlie Macarthur with 11 at Still water. Claimed that they were travelling downstream and that 8139 had said that was ok.
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Signage 6/06/2021 8:45 AM
Updated Lock log, found that the lock was set to 2001.
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Wildlife 6/06/2021 8:45 AM
Saw a younger moose running upstream near the gate when we were getting the lock set. No apparent cause why it was running.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/05/2021 11:30 AM
Assisted SO searching for a suicidal male whose phone was pinning near the high school on RGT. He was found OK at the grottos.
8139 Cora May Open Space Maintenance 6/05/2021 11:00 AM
Gate is up, maybe leave it closed and just walk up. Needs a lock but it’s up and closing the road
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/04/2021 5:00 PM
VW to Aspen Whitewater for picking up shuttled guests from the beach. See email for longer description of the interaction
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/04/2021 5:00 PM
Issued PA to Cole Jackson for Amplified music on NS beach. Identified himself as leader after I said one person would need to take responsibility. Asked for warning, I explained that it is a zero tolerance area and the sensitivity to wildlife. He and his group complied and were friendly.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 6/04/2021 4:00 PM
8150 and I provided care for a female in her 50s that had sustained a large gash to her shin after falling off her paddle board upstream of James H. Assisted with the extraction to her husband and their vehicle to take her to urgent care.
8140 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/04/2021 2:00 PM
Informed a group of 4 women in their 20s at South Gate meadow area that they must sun-tan, hangout in designated areas. I pointed them towards the beach or wildwood beach. They complied and were friendly.
8139 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 6/02/2021 12:00 PM
12 people, 6 cars. A few kayakers getting the high[er] water. And a few people getting the warm[ish] water from the springs. All good
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Issued verbal warning 5/31/2021 1:45 PM
Spoke with Graham Means about DOL on trail between Iselin Field and Maroon Creek Trail. Contrary to popular belief Maroon Creek Trail is NOT off-leash designated.
1559 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Followed-up on issue 5/31/2021 11:30 AM
Work truck and trailer parked in Ajax Park lot. Hunted down workers and instructed removal.
1559 East Aspen Trail Issued verbal warning 5/31/2021 9:30 AM
Spoke with Brooke Newman on E Aspen trail W of Stillwater Bridge about 2 DOL. Non-compliant until her friend convinced her to give up info, "Aspens not the same!"
8138 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 5/31/2021 8:30 AM
Raymond dioffrio guide, aspen outfitting, woody creek.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 5/31/2021 8:00 AM
Bear Patrol training with 151
8137 Cora May Open Space Illegal Camping 5/31/2021 7:15 AM
The gold van was not parked at Cora May by 0715AM.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 5/30/2021 5:00 PM
Full lot at Penny Hot Springs. Removed one dog and chatted with folks trying to get some hot water even though the river is covering most of it. Multiple kayakers putting in for the Narrows run.
8137 Jaffee Park Maintenance 5/30/2021 5:00 PM
I added Jaffee park porta potty to the monthly weekly. 1/wk.
8137 Cora May Open Space Illegal Camping 5/30/2021 4:15 PM
Gold van parked at Cora May. Will be checking back in the morning for overnight camping usage.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 5/30/2021 1:00 PM
8137 and I helped control and clean up parking from a nearby highschool graduation party that had used Jaffee park for their overflow parking. It was a mess when we arrived and was causing significant blockage.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 5/30/2021 11:30 AM
Pink tagged a blue Hyundai Elantra (NJ: A91-CLA) for illegally parking near the takeout. There were plenty of legal options available.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Written Warning 5/30/2021 8:30 AM
Pint tagged CO: BDR-MO8. For overnight parking. 8139 has previously noted this vehicle in the lower smuggler lot. Parked near condos. Written warning.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 5/29/2021 1:00 PM
Handed out a stack of survey sheets. Lots of excitement for input- making seven star directional was a common comment
8140 Stein Park (AVLT) Educational Contact 5/29/2021 12:00 PM
Told black & white dog, Mokie with a purple bandana, owners that leashes were needed on the Rio outside of Stein park. They were playing fetch and about to pass leash sign before leashing back up.
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Issued verbal warning 5/29/2021 11:30 AM
Contacted Jason “Smith” with DOL on Ute Cem Tr. possibly lying about “smith” last name. No ID.
8139 Owl Creek Trail Wildlife 5/29/2021 11:00 AM
Dispatch aired a call about a dog chasing elk around the Owl Creek Ranch. Called the RP and got some more information- sounds like an ongoing issue with one of the homeowner’s dogs. He spoke to the neighbors and they called the owner so he didn’t speak with the owner. He got a video and sent that to Kurtis & CPW. Dog is described as a black lab. Don’t believe this happened on our trail, more so on the ranch property. But could easily go towards the trail
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 5/29/2021 10:30 AM
Young moose near boardwalk section of East of Aspen Trail had a crowd of 8 people closer than appropriate. The walkers/bikers were taking picture of it from the boardwalk while the moose was in the water.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/29/2021 10:30 AM
Car pulled up to Ped Bridge looking to walk their dog onto nature preserve meadow before going over independence pass. Let them know they must stay on the East of Aspen Trail.
8136 East of Aspen Trail Written Warning 5/29/2021 9:30 AM
DOL with Danielle Mills approaching North Star Nature Preserve. This was Mills second DOL contact. I elected to issue a verbal written warning and lecture on wildlife concerns (moose). She understands rationale for regulations and that it is last warning before PA.
1559 Rio Grande Park Issued citation 5/29/2021 8:30 AM
Cited Susanne Morrison on the Rio Grande Trail @ Theatre Aspen for DOL 3rd offense ( Megan had recently spoke to Susanne a month ago)
8139 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 5/28/2021 4:15 PM
Saw a juvenile mountain lion on cozyline! It watched 8140 and I from the middle of the trail then went off into the brush
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 5/28/2021 3:00 PM
FYI Katherine the NSNP supernattie will not be at Wildwood 6/11 - 6/18.
8136 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/28/2021 3:00 PM
Vehicle drove over Teihack ped bridge.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 5/28/2021 3:00 PM
Busy with tourists on HCT. Lots of outreach opportunities. Great leash compliance. Spoke with one woman with a DOL in the ditch. Reminded to leash when she gets back on trail.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/28/2021 2:00 PM
Assisted lost male on HCT. He was very turned around and had a difficult time describing anything about where he parked. Eventually we found it parked very poorly at the entrance to Lani White.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 5/28/2021 1:30 PM
Issued George Lemon a PA for a dog inside the preserve at South Gate. Second contact (first for commercial activities limited in 6/2020).
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 5/28/2021 12:00 PM
Report of a moose bluff charging woman near Stillwater lane. See email.
8136 Open Space & Trails Counters 5/28/2021 12:00 PM
TrafX is done early.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/27/2021 10:00 AM
DOL with Anna Megee on HC near Benedict bridge. Dog Johnny was running ahead. German Shepard mix. Gave VW and told this section was mandatory leash, friendly lady.
8136 Moore Open Space Verbal Warning 5/26/2021 12:00 PM
DOL (s2) with Henry Wallace of Aspen. Did not have leashes with him. He was close to getting back to his house at the adjacent neighborhood to the East. Friendly and understanding of rationale. First offence. VW
8138 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 5/26/2021 11:30 AM
Aspen outfitting out of st Regis. Matt Clarke guide. Compliant and very friendly and happy we’re checking commercial operations
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Fire 5/26/2021 10:00 AM
Cleared up the fire remnants, a little over halfway to deck
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Fire 5/26/2021 10:00 AM
Cleared up the fire remnants, a little over halfway to deck
141 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 5/26/2021 9:30 AM
Yearling Bear Cub reported in the area of Oklahoma Flatts and JD Sanctuary
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 5/25/2021 5:30 PM
Verbal warning x3. Minors were swimming at the beach and jumping in from the other side. Talked about the regulations and rules of NSNP
8138 Aspen Mass Trail Verbal Warning 5/25/2021 3:00 PM
There was a car on the Aspen Mass trail. Called dispatch and 65 came along. moved them along. Red Aztec. see report
8138 Bull Pen Lot Signage 5/25/2021 12:00 PM
Added signage to post saying there is additional parking in the BLM lot 4.5 miles up
8138 Glassier Open Space Lost and Found 5/25/2021 11:00 AM
Found a bike in one of the outbuildings, called Eagle County SO, since it could have been related to break-ins.
8138 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 5/25/2021 8:30 AM
Was prepping to write a ticket to co 537zdt, owner Curran Nelson came out and claimed he just repacked. I gave a last warning. Same story, too many units, no parking
8135 Administration Illegal Camping 5/25/2021 8:30 AM
Left a message for Jesse with the SO in regards to Max Johnson's trailer being parked at the NS lot every morning. I am hoping we can get this resolved soon.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 5/24/2021 5:00 PM
James Trodd and Eric Schmidt-Logger of Aspen. Had fishing rods, not actively fishing. Check fishing permits. Educated about fishing at NSNP. Made other contacts to group
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 5/24/2021 5:00 PM
Jeremy Rambo, glass. I witnessed one bottle of beer, it was quickly put away when I approached the Beach. He was compliant and apologetic when I asked about it.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 5/24/2021 5:00 PM
Group of 11. I heard audible music, they claimed it was a ringtone. It was clearly a Dr. Dre song. I educated about the rules, given that the rules were on the front page of the Aspen Times today.
8138 Glassier Open Space Resource Damage 5/24/2021 2:00 PM
Front door was open, investigated, back window was smashed in. See report.
8138 Glassier Open Space Trails 5/24/2021 2:00 PM
Rode Glassier Bike. Fast, Smooth, Grippy. Hero dirt right now, go ride.
8138 Moore Open Space Parking 5/24/2021 9:30 AM
Tagged trailers co 115SBJ and co DSV124
8138 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 5/24/2021 9:15 AM
I made contact with the Owner of the Nissan with the Indiana plates, he understood the regulation and claimed he was dog sitting and hiked at 6am. His dog sitting is over in the morning and his car won’t be present on the regular.
8138 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 5/24/2021 9:00 AM
IN WNL218 is still at the parking lot, will attempt to photos tonight and ticket tomorrow Also, CO BDRD98 and CO BDRM08 for future reference were parked near the condos
8139 Red Wind Point Fire 5/23/2021 3:30 PM
Found a small fire ring someone had constructed in an obstructed portion of the trail, sticks were piled up but hadn’t been ignited. There were also a lot of “balancing rock” formations (cairns) on the trail, maybe from the same group/ person. Also saw my first people using the trail while I was out there! Two dog walkers with leashed dogs. Don’t think they were responsible for the rocks or fire ring though
8139 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 5/23/2021 2:00 PM
11 people, 10 cars. River is almost high enough for the pools to be blown out. Sooooooon
8139 Prince Creek Trail Parking 5/23/2021 1:00 PM
Bullpen lot was HOPPIN’ with lots of folks out riding the trails. Handful of cars “inventing” spots but cars were contained to the designated parking lot with no cars up by Handy lane.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 5/22/2021 12:00 PM
Chatted with a dog owner about leash regs as the dog was getting out of the river off leash. Friendly and appreciated me “being cool” about the warning. Overall pretty solid compliance on the trail, 6 dogs all leashed and this one educational contact.
8139 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Maintenance 5/22/2021 11:00 AM
Cut a tree that had fallen across lollipop near the end. Didn’t walk Iowa Shaft so could be worth someone going out to see if it’s clear.
8136 Open Space & Trails Signage 5/22/2021 9:00 AM
Relocated the "Dog Leash" sandwich board to HCT from LGOS. BHS sandwich board is now at Highlands Mall for "WildLives" outreach. Smuggler sandwich is now at Wildwood with "New Rules and Regs". Sheet updated.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 5/22/2021 8:30 AM
Pink Tagged Max Johnson’s RV parked at North Gate. Did not contact per SO recommendation, there were a lot of people in the lot so felt safe to approach and leave the tag without contacting.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 5/21/2021 5:15 PM
Moose is still hanging in the same zone. ACES guys moved some branches to block off one of the social trails folks were using to get a closer look. Will keep monitoring
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Signage 5/21/2021 3:00 PM
Posted “New Rules and Regulations” sandwich board at Wildwood put in.
8139 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 5/21/2021 1:30 PM
11 people, 6 cars. Placed a new set of reg signs extra tight so hopefully they’ll stay for a while.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Educational Contact 5/21/2021 10:00 AM
Bikers reported a DOL near BHS while I was at the parking area. I waited and saw two ladies with 3 dogs on leashes. I contacted them anyway since it was probably on of them. Reminded them of regs and agriculture concerns.
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 5/21/2021 10:00 AM
RP who did not give her name left a message about the pink tag on her car. I returned her call and explained the day use/trailhead parking is limited and can not be used for the new apartment building. Recommended speaking to her property manager for recommendations on alternate tenant parking.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 5/21/2021 10:00 AM
Nearly full parking lot at Basalt High School RGT. Lets keep an eye on it to make sure it's not the high schoolers again. We can reach out to BPD to make an announcement during school if we find it to be them.
8136 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 5/21/2021 9:00 AM
The Cerise family will be sending cattle up to the Crown via Glassier trails early next week. Open range begins 24th so it will be after that.
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 5/21/2021 8:15 AM
Pink tagged a silver BMW ( CO: 537-ZDT), I’ve observed it parked overnight and the RO was long over from the apartments but has tended to leave prior to 8am.
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 5/21/2021 8:15 AM
Pink tagged a silver BMW ( CO: 537-ZDT), I’ve observed it parked overnight and the RO was long over from the apartments but has tended to leave prior to 8am.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 5/20/2021 8:15 AM
143 got me on the radio to let me know that there’s a moose hanging on the rio near Hallam lake/ the post office and they had put signs out. Hung out for a while and spoke to a few dog owners about the importance of leashing dogs. Moose was straight chillin’ in the Jennie Adair wetlands, tried to convince him to go kick it at Hallam lake but he was happy staying there. Will monitor throughout the day
141 Smuggler Mountain Called to scene 5/19/2021 4:00 PM
Moose in Smuggler Mountain area of town first reports were on Midland then made its way over to Hunter Creek Condos. APD has placed some signage out. It may be worth placing signs at trailheads in that area
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 5/18/2021 12:45 PM
Pink tagged a construction vehicle parked at North Gate, and verbally warned another. Ruben Tile and Stone (CO: CDK-959)
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 5/18/2021 11:30 AM
Got a call from an RP reporting two moose that have been hanging around the EOA trail (between Stillwater bridge and Stillwater Rd). Said she has seen them a few times in the past week and thought we “should put some signs out”. Placed one near the Stillwater road beginning of EOA and another by James H where rangers have been seeing the moose. So it begins.
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 5/18/2021 9:00 AM
Pink tagged two cars ( CO: AEF-511, IN: WNL218) parked overnight in the lower lot. Pink tagged a third but I’m not fully sure they were parked overnight, left a note saying to call if they were just hiking.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Signage 5/17/2021 2:30 PM
I updated the sign log with all the news signs put up at Sky Mountain Park. Please double check for accuracy.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/17/2021 1:15 PM
Contact with Darryl Lyles for two dogs off leash in the Rio by Stein park. Local, who did not want to leash his dogs. He elected to leave instead. I was happy he picked up his dog poop because at first I thought he was not watching the dog. Good chat, clearly does not like the leash regulation. Verbal warning.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 5/17/2021 9:30 AM
Two sleepers and regulation signs were stolen. A little bit of trash piled up near the porta-potty. 58 Cleared out the sleepers.
8137 Wheatley Beach Maintenance 5/16/2021 4:00 PM
Cut a large dead tree out of the trail down to the beach. The saw in 108 cut real nice.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Mutual Aid 5/16/2021 3:30 PM
Responded to a call about six horses running on the Rio below Gerboz. UTL.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 5/16/2021 9:30 AM
Responded to call of an injured biker on lowline trail. Patient was picked up by a friend before contact was made.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 5/15/2021 3:30 PM
Contacted two different ladies at Stein parking area. Reminded them of leash regs and suggested Jaffee River Trail for off leash option.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 5/15/2021 3:00 PM
4 kids went by Stein Park with ebikes that were obviously not pedal-assist. Unable to contact.
8136 Moore Open Space Parking 5/15/2021 1:30 PM
Pink tagged trailer at Prince of Peace. No license plate. It’s in the back left with white tables and chairs.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/15/2021 12:30 PM
DOL. Candace leashed dog Molly when she saw us, apologetic and friendly.
8140 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/15/2021 12:30 PM
DOL. Aaron leashed golden Rosie when he saw us. Pointed to where dog leashes weren’t mandatory
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/15/2021 10:30 AM
Contacted Trent Jackson and his golden retriever Ozzy DOL. chatted about the regs, first contact VW
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/15/2021 10:30 AM
Contacted Sally Jones DOL with her dog Molly Jo. Claimed she was so distracted chatting with a friend that she forgot to leash at the kiosk. Aware of the regs, reminded her that mountain bikers ride fast down the trail and for safety to leash dogs. First contact, VW
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 5/15/2021 7:30 AM
Pink tagged ( CO: BDR-X62 , CO: 609-XTI) a silver Kia and white Hyundai. Observed this vehicle parked in the lower smuggler lot for several days.
8137 Brush Creek Trail Written Warning 5/14/2021 11:00 AM
Contact with Darren Green for dog on Brush Creek trail. The trail opens to dogs in two days. I saw green at 0730am this morning in Aspen on bike with the puppy on leash. He was biking from Aspen to his home in Snowmass village with his puppy on leash. He read the sign, but by that point in his ride he didn’t know what else to do. Because of his honesty, knowing he had been biking since 0730 this morning, and his dog was on leash I elected to issue a verbal written warning. Also gave him information about Pitkin outside.
8137 Administration Maintenance 5/13/2021 3:00 PM
109 is in the shop getting a new near passénger window.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Parking 5/13/2021 8:00 AM
RV has left the parking lot. It lives at the Old Snowmass RFTA bus stop now.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Illegal Camping 5/11/2021 8:00 PM
Large RV parked overnight at the fishing access of Arciero. The SO said they would chat with the owner and let them know they could not camp another night. Will check on it.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/11/2021 4:00 PM
Flipped the road signs to visible
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/11/2021 4:00 PM
Took off “no beach furniture “ from beach kiosk
8136 Arciero Trailhead Parking 5/11/2021 8:00 AM
RV was parked in an odd position blocking the fishing access trail.
8140 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 5/10/2021 3:00 PM
5 cars, 8 users, no significant trash. Big Horns in Filoha
8140 Sky Mountain Park Lost and Found 5/10/2021 1:00 PM
Took bike from Cozy line to SO. Blue cruiser bike
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 5/10/2021 11:00 AM
All three illegal camps were removed from the rim of Mills OS.
8138 Administration Counters 5/09/2021 5:15 PM
Finished off harvesting the data from the counters
8138 Penny Hot Springs Trash 5/09/2021 1:00 PM
Cleaned up used diapers, beer bottles, wet wipes and assorted sundries, there were 9 vehicles there, only one pool had people in it as the water is coming up
8138 Penny Hot Springs Trash 5/09/2021 1:00 PM
Cleaned up used diapers, beer bottles, wet wipes and assorted sundries, there were 9 vehicles there, only one pool had people in it as the water is coming up
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Followed-up on issue 5/09/2021 10:45 AM
Cleared down trees found on Maroon Creek Wetlands Trail. Will need more live with other tools prior to summer season.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Dog off leash - education contact 5/09/2021 9:45 AM
Contacted “Pam”, refused last name. On crown property south of Moore OS. Explained the regs that surrounded her. House sitter, now she knows.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/09/2021 9:30 AM
Gary reported somebody was possibly sleeping in their car at Glassier. The vehicle was gone by the time 8138 got down there.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Wildlife 5/08/2021 3:30 PM
SO 76 let me know a deer was hit by a car and ended up dying near the BCT across from the Welcome sign. 8139 dragged it away from the trail and out of view.
1559 Smuggler Mountain Everything great 5/08/2021 8:00 AM
Installed spring sign panel at Smug overlook. Brought out two "forest reclamation" sign posts that the forest had reclaimed
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Litter moderate 5/07/2021 3:00 PM
Cleaned a moderate amount of litter from the picnic area.
8136 Windstar Conservation Easement Patrol/Outreach 5/07/2021 12:00 PM
"Belinda" called the office looking for information on where to ride her horse. She was mostly interested in Glassier and Windstar. She was pleased to hear Glassier was open to the public sooner than in the past. I took her phone number to double check and call her back with specific dates associated with equestrian use at Windstar. Equestrian is allowed between June15 - Nov 30. The phone number Belinda gave me did not work on call back. She may call us back looking for this info.
8136 Aspen Mass Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/06/2021 3:15 PM
Male individual arrested by SO 12 on Aspen/Mass trail. Disorderly incident began at Cozy Point Ranch.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Educational Contact 5/06/2021 12:00 PM
Reminded RGT regulations to group of ladies with three yellow labs off leash in parking area. They elected to put the dogs in vehicles until they were ready to leash.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/05/2021 2:00 PM
Jessie noticed folks parking parallel at SouthGate. "Angle parking only" signs may have been switched out at some point for "No overnight parking". I added some of the angle parking signs back to the fence posts.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 5/04/2021 4:00 PM
Tagged two illegal camps on mills open space and one warned verbally giving all 72 hours to vacate. 2/3 are working with 115 and HHS for relocation.
8137 Emma Open Space Verbal Warning 5/02/2021 2:15 PM
Monitored a call about power lines that exploded an osprey nest. Fortunately it was not the one by the Emma store, call came from E two rivers.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 5/02/2021 11:30 AM
3 cars, 5 people exiting springs due to thunder storm and hail. Springs are almost covered by high water. Other cars were climbers. One bathroom usage.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Signage 5/02/2021 11:00 AM
Posted new signage at Penny hit springs. I used zip ties. Hope they hold up b also posted signs in porta potty entrance using Velcro and tape.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 5/01/2021 1:30 PM
Dispatch aired a call for an older 80lb dog with diabetes that was unable to walk half up SMR. I was en route from the ranger station but SO 21 got there first. He transported the dog down to the parking area. Dog owner brought dog to vet.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 5/01/2021 12:00 PM
RP “Lyle” called with concerns about the large beaver dam at James H Smith. I informed him of signage I put out with instructions on how to deal with dams etc. signage at Wildwood, South Gate, Beach, and Bridge all says “Floating not recommended” with instructions on how to go over dams. I imagine Janet’s camera will show more folks walking on the preserve though..
8136 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Patrol/Outreach 5/01/2021 11:00 AM
Rebecca Shield from Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers had someone’s phone fall into the locked toolbox. I guessed the combo correctly and retrieved it. I added the combo to our sheets. I also may add RFOV to events to our calendar and have rangers join throughout the season on our properties. Stay tuned.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 5/01/2021 8:00 AM
Multiple assets open! Glassier, Red Wind Point, Red Canyon Trail, Wheatley Gulch, Dart (open to leashed dogs on RGT).
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Found resource damage 4/30/2021 1:30 PM
Cleared downed tree and rocks blocking trail with trails supervisor. Snowy.
8136 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 4/29/2021 5:15 PM
APD 115 let me know that the abandoned vehicles adjacent to Mills (just outside the SOS) have been towed away by State Patrol. Additionally, three individuals who have been processed through HHS and were not accepted into the SOS were seen looking around the brush near Mills OS. He is thinking they may be setting up camp along the edge of the intercept lot on the Mills OS rim. I will check it out tomorrow and move them along if this is the case.. All three have warrants.. Their names are: Robert William Martin, Tobin Kvalin, and Liam Guy Gallagher. Gallagher is supposedly leaving town soon. Warrants are out for at least eight different states for one of these gentleman. If you find a camp, bring an officer.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 4/29/2021 4:30 PM
New hats are in. Large box on the glass table in the office.
8136 City of Aspen Open Space Fire 4/29/2021 4:30 PM
Report of a smoldering bonfire near the old Aspen Art Museum in the woods adjacent to the RGT. Aspen fire put it out. RP stated "High school kids" fled the area on skateboards.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 4/29/2021 3:30 PM
ReRe called looking for any previous contact info for Caty Manuel in RangerMobile. Manuel's dog bit a biker as he passed her on SMR. Manuel is likely receiving a ticket from ReRe for this. Pryce spoke to Manuel in 2018 for DOL on Hunter Creek but it is not pertinent to this incident. I will update RangerMobile with details when ReRe gets back to me. ReRe has had 3 different dog bite cases this week. Something to keep in mind as visitation increases.
8136 Moore Open Space Parking 4/29/2021 3:15 PM
Chl264 white Land Rover has been towed away from Prince of Peace. Shaun’s Towing got it out of there.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 4/29/2021 1:30 PM
Charlie Macarthur has more of the same complaint with revised cfs "low flow" permit stipulations for this season. He called and spoke with 8137, 8138, Dispatch, and myself about the issue. He wanted to call 8139 but I told him she is not available. He also sent me an email requesting clarification on what Jessie told him were "problem areas" along the river at low water. Jessie and I (or maybe someone else if I'm off duty) will float from Wildwood documenting "float through only" capabilities when the cfs is between 60-80. For now Charlie should let it be until we complete this mission.
8136 U.S. Forest Service Property Patrol/Outreach 4/29/2021 11:00 AM
Retrieved the SD cards for Lower Bear Creek and Mclure Pass cameras. Delivered to Janet.
8136 Redstone Boulders OS Maintenance 4/28/2021 1:00 PM
Zipped two down trees blocking the trail with 8138. All clear.
1559 Parks Office Park use light 4/27/2021 10:00 AM
New hire orientation
8138 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 4/27/2021 9:45 AM
Discussed importance of leash with a man who didn’t really want to talk to me. He was loading the dogs into his car and the dogs weren’t listening to him
8138 Stein Park (AVLT) Illegal Camping 4/27/2021 9:30 AM
Monitored 63 and 1559 attempting contact on a grey suv with ga plates at stein park. I drove by after, suv has been setup to camp, no occupant, May have just parked to hike
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Campsite found/evicted 4/27/2021 9:00 AM
Spotted a likely car camper at Stein Park. Called in 63 to help clear vehicle. No occupants and no record. Will check back in early morn.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/26/2021 5:15 PM
Joined 8140 on a suspicious person who had on a backpacking backpack, a guitar, and seemed intoxicated. The individual kept looking to SMP as if scouting an area to set up camp. We watched him until he entered Snowmass Village and informed 213 of the matter.
1559 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Followed-up on issue 4/26/2021 3:45 PM
Trash can violation- Contacted Chester Goss at 634 W Hallam St. agreed to comply
1559 Rio Grande Trail Photography 4/26/2021 3:30 PM
Collected trail cam for BL and to assist APD with a bike theft. No luck in imagery. Bike was found in Glenwood next morning.
1557 Snyder Park Everything great 4/26/2021 3:00 PM
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/26/2021 3:00 PM
Restocked leashes, top bottom and lani white
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Everything great 4/26/2021 1:30 PM
Walkthrough of Cemetery / park area and the trail. Trash clean up.
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Followed-up on issue 4/26/2021 12:30 PM
Walkthrough of an old camp site . No one was using the location. Cleaned up a small amount of trash.
1559 Parks Office Double w/other officer 4/26/2021 12:15 PM
Worked with APD 126 to try to find imagery of bike thief on Rio Grande Trail.
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Followed-up on issue 4/26/2021 11:00 AM
Dismantled wooden fort with 8138 on Mills OS
8135 Prince Creek Trail Educational Contact 4/26/2021 11:00 AM
Contacted two folks with dogs off-leash and explained OST regulations and BLM regulations.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Trails 4/26/2021 10:30 AM
Removed a tree that had fallen onto a bridge over the trail.
8138 Mills OSP Patrol/Outreach 4/26/2021 10:00 AM
Walked mills with 1559, took down a log and stick lean to, probably built by kids
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Campsite found/evicted 4/26/2021 10:00 AM
Tagged 1 camp located in a historic building, looked abandoned. Located second camp on private land (Jake Moe contacted land owner)
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 4/26/2021 10:00 AM
Placed a tag on camping gear . Gave two days to remove.
8138 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Illegal Camping 4/26/2021 9:00 AM
Went with 1559 to tag two camps
8138 Moore Open Space Parking 4/26/2021 9:00 AM
Chl264 still at prince of peace. Had 63 run the plate, belongs to Martin pierce of aspen
8138 Seven Star Ranch Mutual Aid 4/25/2021 3:45 PM
Call came to 8135 about "two cyclist ascending n rim trail. We both responded, UTL
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 4/25/2021 3:30 PM
Moved along a Moped that was leaning against the no parking sign across from stillwater lane
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 4/25/2021 3:00 PM
3 people (dad and two kids) pushing their bikes to the beach. Educated on why bikes should stay on path and why we enforce at NSNP
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 4/25/2021 3:00 PM
Cleaned a bunch of trash from the beach
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 4/25/2021 3:00 PM
3 SUPers were taking out at the beach (said they launched there too) and educated about put ins and takeouts
8138 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 4/25/2021 12:30 PM
DoL coming into parking lot. Educated about new signage and enforcement. Talked about speeding cars and conflicts with dogs
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 4/24/2021 5:00 PM
Contact with Monica New for DOL on Hunter Creek Trail. First contact. Verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 4/24/2021 5:00 PM
Contact with Susanne Morrison for dog Blue off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Second contact. Written warning. Very nice and apologetic, but clearly a repeat offender.
8137 Bull Pen Lot Parking 4/24/2021 11:00 AM
The bull pen lot was almost full today. People had gotten creative with parking in Undesignated spots, but I figure it was better than parking along the road. Hopefully bikers will disperse around the valley soon.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/24/2021 10:15 AM
3cars, 3 people. Cleaned up trash around porta potty, including doggie poo bag. Potty was messy, but not gross.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/23/2021 4:45 PM
A man, Jerry, was talking to me how someone named Ryan asked him to take down the metal fencing he put around to "keep the dogs out". I followed up with 8136 and he told me that he has talked to Jerry and that was not the case. Friendly guy, but wanted to let me know about his garden.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 4/23/2021 4:00 PM
Gave a leash to a user who was about to enter the trail near the sign
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 4/23/2021 4:00 PM
Emailed about standing water on the bridge going towards the RGT
8138 Filoha Meadows Open Space Wildlife 4/23/2021 11:30 AM
Saw a bald eagle on a pole, then looked into the meadow, the elk herd and bighorn sheep herd were laying with each other. We've been seeing this but really cool to see it in person.
8138 Crystal Trail Counters 4/23/2021 11:00 AM
Reinstalled the trail counter here.
8138 Aspen Mass Trail Illegal Camping 4/23/2021 9:00 AM
Reported from Jeff, approx 100 yards on left from intercept lot. The man is on private property. 8136 stated he would email the SO.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 4/23/2021 8:30 AM
The RV has moved on
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 4/22/2021 5:30 PM
Sent email to rangers regarding an RV parked at North Gate. Looks like it would not be a friendly contact.
8136 Moore Open Space Parking 4/22/2021 3:30 PM
Pink tagged White Land Rover CO: CHL-264 at Prince of Peace lot. It has 3 flat tires.. Lets check on it and see if it resolves itself.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/22/2021 1:30 PM
No cars or people at penny. Gathered some disgarded clothing, a towel, and some cans. Porta potty was clean on the inside. Trash left in a pile in the enclosure.
8138 Cora May Open Space Resource Damage 4/22/2021 11:00 AM
Cleaned clay pigeons, casings and random trash
8138 Cora May Open Space Signage 4/22/2021 11:00 AM
Added no shooting icon to post
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/21/2021 4:45 PM
DOL x2 with Daniel Adams near grindley bridge. Did not want to chat much or learn about sensitive wildlife but was cooperative.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/21/2021 3:30 PM
Mallory Radney and her dog Buckey (pug). DoL, was walking with a retractable leash and dog was very close, but leash wasn't attached. Happy to listen to reasons why and very friendly pug.
8138 Cora May Open Space Trash 4/21/2021 2:00 PM
Went to Cora May, the road is clear now. There were clay pigeons busted everywhere. Will take a no shooting sign up.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 4/20/2021 11:45 AM
Danni Brown of Aspen, two dol. friendly contact, discussed how dogs affect wildlife in the spring.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 4/20/2021 11:15 AM
Handed a trail user a leash off the post as she approached me. Cited the reasons for leash law
8138 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 4/20/2021 10:45 AM
Observed a woman coming off the jaffee river trail with two dol. Education about leashes in parking lot.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 4/18/2021 9:00 AM
I moved the get the scoop sandwich board from Jaffee back to Smuggler. Updated sign log.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 4/17/2021 1:30 PM
I gave a verbal warning to several parties organizing a proposal on the Stillwater bridge. I investigated to see if there was any commercial activity. The woman taking pictures for friends was interested in Janet’s information to inquire about a permit.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 4/17/2021 1:30 PM
Assisted mountain rescue and deputies with a SAR off Aspen mountain down to North Star. 4th one this winter. Subjects were out by 1700.
8137 Owl Creek Trail Educational Contact 4/17/2021 9:30 AM
Educational contact for vehicle parked in the Owl Creek trail. A woman was giving her horse medicine and needed to separate it from the other horses. I explained the regulations and potential safety hazard. She apologized and talked a lot about her sick horse. I asked that it not happen again
8136 Brush Creek Trail Wildlife 4/16/2021 3:00 PM
Report of someone approaching wildlife at Cozy Point South off BCT. SO 12 and I were at the roundabout and we both responded. Quick response but no on in sight when we arrived. 100 or so elk have been hanging there and very near BCT the past few days. Also more elk at Wheatley. No dogs or harassing wildlife!
8136 Seven Star Ranch Closed Area 4/15/2021 8:00 AM
Ted reported an unattended vehicle parked at the North side of seven Star pullout. The vehicle/person was gone prior to my arrival. Possibly an early shed hunter?
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 4/11/2021 6:30 PM
Dispatch gave me a call for a potential hazard near Woody Creek. RP reported a power line that looked like it was sagging too low near the Rio. I was unable to locate a hazard but the area reported is where the telephone lines are in pretty sad shape.
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 4/11/2021 4:00 PM
Contacted two dog owners for not having their dogs close enough to be in control. They were running around the park area while the owners were at the vehicle.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Written Warning 4/11/2021 3:30 PM
Contacted elizabeth Hahn and her leashed Ausy "Brodie" on the Brush Creek Trail. Hahn claimed to have not seen the big no dogs sign that I saw her go right by due to being on a phone call. We had a good talk and since she had no prior offenses I let her of with a WW.
8135 Cora May Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/11/2021 2:00 PM
Still lots of snow on the cora may road. Will probably be a few weeks until it is accessable.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 4/11/2021 12:00 PM
No signs of trespass on airline but it is melting fast.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 4/11/2021 11:30 AM
Seven Star closure sign was knocked over again, this time no wind.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/10/2021 12:00 PM
Monitored an out of control burn right below nancy's path from glassier. Fire department was able to get it out within an hour of the call.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 4/10/2021 10:00 AM
Contacted 1 for dog in the hot springs area. Compliant. Thankful for education.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 4/06/2021 3:15 PM
Assisted SO with a SAR, two boys got off track on Ajax and had to come down to NS.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Patrol/Outreach 4/06/2021 2:45 PM
Picked up cones from parking area.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 4/06/2021 2:00 PM
Responded to lost dog on smuggler. It was nikki's dog. UTL.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/06/2021 10:00 AM
Picked up all trash at penny. River is rising adding cold water to hot springs.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Patrol/Outreach 4/04/2021 4:30 PM
Opened Grace-shehi Bike Park for the season.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 4/04/2021 2:30 PM
Responded to a bike accident at smith hill/Rio with 58. 25 yo male crashed and hurt his wrist. The ambulance checked him out and cleared him to keep riding.
8135 Red Wind Point Penalty Assessment 4/04/2021 12:30 PM
Contacted Eva Orf from Crystal Springs HOA for trespassing in the closure at Red Wind. First Contact, Penalty Assessment. See report.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 4/04/2021 11:00 AM
Contacted 3 different individuals for dogs at the hot springs. All were pretty rude. Trash at the hot springs and a big pile of trash at the porta porry. Porta potty wasnt terrible in the inside but trashed around it.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 3/28/2021 1:30 PM
Contacted the only dog walker on HCT for DOL. She was an older lady who dropped the leash for an icy area (Much of the trail). Good talk about wildlife.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/28/2021 9:30 AM
Penny Hot Springs was trashy up top. Full of families at the time but evidence of heavy drinking apparent with trash pile in the outhouse structure. Many glass bottles and left over clothing.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 3/24/2021 3:30 PM
I’ve been noticing a lot of trash as the snow melts. ☹️
8137 Owl Creek Trail Educational Contact 3/24/2021 2:15 PM
Educational contact for two dogs off leash, woman was using an e leash. Talked about elk, deer, and moose in the area, especially during the next few months.
8137 Administration Mutual Aid 3/24/2021 2:00 PM
I dropped two wheel barrows at the SOS today. I put our phone number on them.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Patrol/Outreach 3/23/2021 1:30 PM
A full parking lot with very little people hiking..
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 3/22/2021 2:30 PM
Educated a few people with dol through the Jaffee parking area. Until new signage comes in this spring let's continue using education contacts here, unless obvious frequent flyers.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 3/22/2021 2:00 PM
8136 off duty reported a trespass on the BCT. It took me a bit to get there from dart. UTL. Footprints suggested the trespass started from the snowmass side and went around the sign.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 3/22/2021 1:30 PM
Educated a couple about walking on nordic and river access.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 3/21/2021 11:45 AM
One car had poached the upper lot. I pink tagged it and asked them to replace the barrels. It was obvious that the barricade had been moved on Saturday. I hope after this next storm cycle we can reopen the lot.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 3/21/2021 10:45 AM
Contact with William Smith for dol on the Hunter Creek Trail. Thought he said his name was mike, then said William. Verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 3/21/2021 10:30 AM
Contact with John Porter for dol on the Hunter Creek Trail. First warning. Told me he hiked the trail almost daily and sees probably 1 out of every 10 dogs on leash. Verbal warning.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 3/20/2021 4:00 PM
Responded to a bike crash on thermostat near mm 26. Female 52yrs old head injury. Was wearing a helmet, but only A&O X1. I transported Husband and bike to his residence.
8137 Cozy Point South Penalty Assessment 3/20/2021 3:00 PM
Frank McDonald has been served. See updated report. Penalty Assessment.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 3/20/2021 12:30 PM
I moved the leash dog sandwich board from the Stein trail to the upper Rio at Stevens St. updated on sheets.
8136 Wheatley Gulch Patrol/Outreach 3/19/2021 4:30 PM
Found the No Dog icon near wheatley gulch. I hammered it in to the soft ground. Rio is mostly melted out. I saw deer and coyotes in the area. Dog prohibition in this area will end May 1. With the trail clear it will be important to pay attention to dogs.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Educational Contact 3/19/2021 4:00 PM
Pulled up behind a woman on North River Rd walking with a DOL. I reminded her to leash up once she got onto the trail and not to access LGOS with a DOL. She claimed she liked to have the DOL on the rd and leash up when she gets to the trail. She looks familiar with a black poodle so I believed her.
8136 Administration Ticket Follow-up 3/19/2021 2:00 PM
I submit CO: DSV-124 to court. The DA did not believe she could open a case without a name associated with the vehicle. I reached out to the SO and they provided me with the register owner, Hendrick Construction Inc. of Aspen. The DA is going to meet with the County Clerk on Monday to discuss whether we can write tickets directly to vehicles. I will update you when I have it.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/19/2021 9:00 AM
Ted received an email about a vehicle driving on the RGT and Basalt Mass sometime last night. Sounds like they entered right near the barn at the end of North River Rd. I replied to the email chain describing countless other times I have witnessed vehicles getting to this point and looking obviously confused as to whether to drive on the trail or up and turn around at the private residence above the barn. Please reply to the email if you have any suggestions/comments.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 3/18/2021 11:30 AM
Contacted one woman walking on nordic track at North Gate. Another 3 ladies at South Gate moseying around taking pictures.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 3/18/2021 11:00 AM
OST's Liza informed me of a drone near South Gate. She believed the operator drove a black hatchback with unknown plate. I responded and the drone was already gone.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/17/2021 12:45 PM
8 cars, 13 people, picked up a lot of trash, mostly from winter snow coverage. No potty users. Took a report of a found loaded gun and meth turned in to the SO on Monday March 8th.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 3/17/2021 10:00 AM
Pretty sure I saw what looked like a snowboard track coming down the cut at Cozyline. I did not have time to investigate.
8137 Jaffee Park Mutual Aid 3/17/2021 9:45 AM
BOLO is still out fir Dennis Michael Dean in connection with the gas outage. Please notify APD or SO if you contact.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 3/14/2021 11:00 AM
The barricade at upper Smuggler parking lot was intact and everyone was obeying the closure. So far so good. The lower lot had definite signs of cars parked overnight.
8137 City of Aspen Open Space Educational Contact 3/13/2021 2:30 PM
Educational contact for man with dog off leash on upper Rio.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 3/13/2021 1:30 PM
Responded to a parking issue by at Smuggler parking lot. 2nd call for cars sliding in to each other. 12 had closed up the lot by the time I responded. We should check it daily, sounds like it’s been a headache fir the SO
8136 Moore Open Space Parking 3/12/2021 3:30 PM
Cargo trailer has been removed from Prince of Peace lot.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/11/2021 12:30 PM
21 people, 9 cars, 2dogs brought up from springs without having to ask. Bathroom clean, one potty user, looked to be just driving by, not a hot spring user. One woman told me she thought the bathroom was a good addition. Elk and big horn sheep in Filoha!!!
8137 Moore Open Space Written Warning 3/11/2021 10:15 AM
Pink tagged white cargo trailer Co: MSO-563 at Prince of Peace. There is an old zip tie on the trailer. Last warning. Cite next offense. Written warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 3/10/2021 3:00 PM
Responded to call for an RV idling at north gate of North Star. 63 warned me that driver Max Johnson is highly argumentative and difficult. Do not contact without Deputy. Reference email from 63.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 3/10/2021 10:00 AM
Educational contact for dog off leash in the road at Jaffee. Also explained voice and site control because woman was not being very attentive to her dog.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Penalty Assessment 3/10/2021 8:30 AM
Motorized Vehicles Restricted (Vehicle on Trail) 12.040.030. RV and two vehicles parked/camped on the Rio Grande Trail downvalley of the barn. Cited Chevy SUV- CO BDR-P69
8137 East of Aspen Trail Written Warning 3/10/2021 8:00 AM
Contact with Rick Beckwitt for dol on EOA. Second contact in a week. Cite on next contact. Verbal written warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/09/2021 12:00 PM
Responded to one DOL near Dart reported by Jerry. UTL on this one as well. I informed Jerry to start calling the Ranger number and leave a message from now on. I let dispatch know this as well and they were thankful.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/09/2021 11:30 AM
Responded to a call from Jerry to the BHS for two DOL. I was unable to locate by the time I responded from Aspen.
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 3/07/2021 3:30 PM
Contacted one lady with a DOL in the road at Jaffee. Good Chat. Compliant.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/07/2021 1:45 PM
8 cars, 19 people, no potty users, minimal trash. Removed two dogs from the springs. Talked with Adam, owner of the crystals. I explained that commercial use is prohibited and could result in a $100 fine. He claimed to not be selling, just educating and sharing.....
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Educational Contact 3/07/2021 11:00 AM
Contacted one elderly lady about one of her two dogs off leash. Not super nice. Did not want to do a full contact with COVID in mind. She was compliant after a bit.
8136 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 3/06/2021 3:30 PM
Reminded dog owner to leash up when entering parking area from JRT. Moved the Get the Scoop sign from Arbaney Kittle to JRT.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 3/06/2021 2:30 PM
Educational contact for walker at North Star. Unfortunately she had just finished the whole loop. Apologetic.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 3/06/2021 11:30 AM
Jaffee park was very busy today. Unfortunately I noticed a lot of dog poop and several poop bags on the side of trail. Two educational contacts for leashes in the road and parking area. Gave out one leash and poop bags. Also one contact for truck parked in turn around right in front of no parking sign.
8136 Crystal Trail Educational Contact 3/06/2021 10:30 AM
DOL contact from my vehicle. Walkers entering trail from Prince Creek Rd as I pulled onto the street. Leashed up and moved along.
8137 Moore Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/06/2021 10:00 AM
Fat tire bike tracks on Moore today.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 3/05/2021 4:00 PM
Snowmobile tracks on Jack Rabbit Ridge Rd into SMP. Went through the locked gate so it was probably radio tower maintenance.
8136 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 3/05/2021 3:00 PM
3 DOL contacts in parking lot. Nearly full parking area.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/05/2021 1:00 PM
DOL with Jamie Spear near gold butte. Leashed when she saw me. Discussed wildlife etc. first contact.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 3/04/2021 11:00 AM
Contact with Rick Beckwitt for dog off leash on the East of Aspen Trail. Claimed he just let dog off, I told Beckwitt I had seen his dog off leash when I drove past. First contact, verbal warning.
8136 Crystal River Valley Trash 3/04/2021 10:00 AM
Got a call from J. Armstrong about illegal dumping near mm58.75 HW133. I cleaned up a pile of metal, fencing, carpet, posts, etc. No vehicles in the area.
8136 Crystal Trail Patrol/Outreach 3/03/2021 4:30 PM
Spoke with Sergeant from Colorado State Patrol regarding car accident damaging trail. I will be in contact with him again tomorrow to finish filing a report.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/03/2021 2:45 PM
Assisted an older lady with her Nordic ski equipment. Her daughter was so happy to know that we DO patrol on the Rio, and she was very happy to hear that we had issued some tickets for dog off leash in the area this winter. I gave her our office number.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 3/03/2021 2:45 PM
I moved some of the sandwich boards around today. Check sign log for new locations. Will move some more tomorrow.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 2/28/2021 4:30 PM
65 took a call for multiple vehicle break-ins at the Arbaney/Kittle trailhead. I was in the area and pulled in until he arrived. While I was there I noted three vehicles with smashed in passenger windows. I let folks know what was going on as they came down to avoid further reports to dispatch. I also had the folks returning to their vehicles that had been broken into contact their credit card companies to cancel any cards they had missing. 65 took over when he arrive and I cleared.
8137 Mills OSP Lost and Found 2/28/2021 3:15 PM
Turned in an abandoned backpack with an iPhone in it to the SO. Left pink tag on Mills OS in case we get a call about it.
8137 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 2/28/2021 12:15 PM
Contact with Elizabeth Sargent for dog off leash on the Lani White trail. Immediately leashed dog and apologized. First contact. Verbal warning.
8137 Lani White Trail Written Warning 2/28/2021 12:15 PM
Contact with Alicia Condit for dog off leash on the Lani White Trail. I was in another contact, so i politely asked Condit to leash her dog as she passed. Condit is an acquaintance of mine so I was able to search her name after the contact. I would have written her a warning. She knows better. Cite on next contact. Verbal written warning.
8135 Red Wind Point Patrol/Outreach 2/28/2021 11:45 AM
Noted new footprints. People are violating the closure.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 2/28/2021 11:15 AM
Contacted one man and had him put his dog in his vehicle. Beer cans in the porta-potty shelter and a pretty dirty porta-potty. Trash in the lot and abandoned clothing at the springs. Lots of people.
8137 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/28/2021 11:00 AM
I watched a dog pooping on the side of Bernese Boulevard. I notified the owner who was unaware. He was not equipped with a poop bag. I gave him one of mine. I explained the violation and that I could cite him for failure to pick up poop.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Written Warning 2/28/2021 10:45 AM
Contacted Anna Embry and Lios Kaiser of Denver Colorado for entering the Perham Closure. One of the ladies had to take an emergency bathroom break and the other came with her. They did not go up the trail, they only went in past the parking area. I opted to give them a written warnings instead of citations.
8136 Crystal Trail Patrol/Outreach 2/27/2021 8:45 AM
Non injury car accident at mm63 onto bike path. I responded and the vehicle had already been towed away. Some damage to the metal fence and retaining wall. Will follow up with SO to file report for insurance claim/repair compensation.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 2/25/2021 4:45 PM
Contact with Alison Richman for several dogs off leash on the Rio Grande trail near Basalt High school. Not super cooperative, did not see signs. Penalty Assessment.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 2/24/2021 2:45 PM
Educational contact for two individuals snowshoeing off the Nordic track. Compliant.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/24/2021 1:30 PM
Call for DOL near Basalt High School. Responded from Aspen and they were no longer in area. UTL.
8137 Chapparal Trail Maintenance 2/24/2021 11:00 AM
The wildlife camera has been removed from Chaparral
8136 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 2/24/2021 10:30 AM
Sent one dog back to vehicle. 4 other folks with glass transferred into plastic.
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 2/23/2021 3:30 PM
Many dog off leash in parking lot contacts. Jaffee was busy and nobody seemed to have a leash. Lots of education.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 2/23/2021 2:00 PM
One man walking on Nordic to get a photo. Friendly chat.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 2/23/2021 9:00 AM
Contacted two seperate people with dogs at Penny Hot Springs. Both were hard to deal with and did not want to put their dogs in the car even though the Big Horn Sheep were directly accross from them. I let them know I would be turning an education opportunity into a citation.They complied. Another man let me know it was ridiculous he couldnt cross the river to get closer to the sheep...
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penalty Assessment 2/22/2021 2:00 PM
Cited Luca Byron Field Licona for harassing wildlife (Bighorn Sheep) in Filoha Meadows with a drone from the Penny Hot Springs. See report.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 2/21/2021 2:15 PM
12cars, 12 people, clean potty, no potty users.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 2/21/2021 1:00 PM
Contact with Christina Long with yellow lab “Carmen” off leash. Leashed dog on my approach. Dog is a service dog, but was not working. I explained regs and thanked for honesty about dogs working status. 3rd warning, verbal warning.
8137 Moore Open Space Penalty Assessment 2/21/2021 12:00 PM
Penalty assessment for black trailer CO: DSV-124 for overnight parking at Prince of Peace parking lot. Previous written warning given on 2/18/21.
8136 Moore Open Space Parking 2/19/2021 1:15 PM
Black trailer has been removed from Prince of Peace lot.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Educational Contact 2/19/2021 12:30 PM
Contacted two women parked along BC road in a pullout taking pics of themselves near the trail.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 2/19/2021 10:00 AM
One car and two people in hotspring. Cleaned a few discarded articles of clothing and minimal micro trash. Potty was clean.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/18/2021 5:30 PM
Tall white male with brown hair skate skiing with DOL following behind considerably far from him. Medium sized reddish/tan Australian shepherd. Noticed while off duty and driving on North River Rd. Seems like it fit the description of Bates.
8137 Moore Open Space Written Warning 2/18/2021 2:45 PM
Written warning for black trailer with license CO: DSV-124. Second day parked in lot.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 2/18/2021 11:30 AM
Educational contact for bike on Nordic at Birth Star.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 2/18/2021 11:00 AM
2nd written warning for white Jeep Wrangler parked at SG for construction. AR 862-RFB
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 2/18/2021 11:00 AM
Pink tagged White Chevy truck CO 522-XQA fir commercial use parking. Written Warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 2/18/2021 11:00 AM
Pint tagged Grey GMC truck with temp tag 2741002. Commercial use parking at SG. Written warning
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 2/18/2021 11:00 AM
Pink tagged black Dodge Ram with Arkansas NEEGU plates. Commercial use parking at SG. Written warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 2/17/2021 4:30 PM
Monitored and responded to a out of bounds skier off Aspen mtn. Eventually touched base with 12, who let me know the 15yr old male was hunkered down waiting for a ski patrol escort. Sounded like it was going to take a while. 12 said he would follow up with me tomorrow. The skier was out of bounds accidentally.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 2/17/2021 2:30 PM
12 people, 6 cars, big horn right across from springs. Potty was being cleaned. The cleaner and I chatted for a while and he said he has been picking up a bit of trash but nothing crazy. There was new graffiti in the potty that he was going to clean. No potty users due to cleaning in progress.
8137 Perham Creek Trailhead Closed Area 2/17/2021 2:00 PM
I put up a wildlife camera at Perham near the trailhead. I will send email with info on location.
8137 Moore Open Space Parking 2/17/2021 9:00 AM
The frost buster trailer is finally out of the prince of peace lot. And there is a new trailer today! Will check back tomorrow and pink tag.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 2/14/2021 11:45 AM
Had two folks bring their dogs into their cars from the hot springs.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 2/14/2021 11:45 AM
Driveby DOL contact at Woody Creek.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 2/14/2021 10:30 AM
Fresh prints going into Perham. I am grabbing a camera from Janet tomorrow.
8136 Redstone Park Signage 2/12/2021 10:00 AM
Posted flyers and two sandwich boards asking for input on the Redstone Park revisions.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 2/11/2021 2:00 PM
White jeep wrangler with Arkansas plates. 862-RFB. Suspected construction worker parked at South Gate. After verbal warning given yesterday. Written warning.
8137 Stein Trail Patrol/Outreach 2/11/2021 12:30 PM
Visual of person with DOL walk right past our sandwich board. Unable to contact due to distance.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 2/10/2021 2:30 PM
Obvious ski tracks with dog on lower Brush Creek trail coming from intercept lot. Boot tracks looked like Nordic. Poop bag was left by the brush creek trail sign. Not cool.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 2/09/2021 4:00 PM
Lots of folks at the springs. Talked to a lady who had picked up a lot of trash when she arrived. the parking lot was pretty clean, no violations, and a clean porta potty and clean around the porta potty.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 2/09/2021 10:00 AM
Monitored complaint to SO about people parking on the road near smuggler. I was too busy down valley to respond and a deputy took it.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 2/07/2021 3:30 PM
Educated one man about walking on the Nordic trail.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/07/2021 3:00 PM
Followed up on a dol call from Jerry at mm 25. Talked to Jerry. UTL on dol. .
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Educational Contact 2/07/2021 1:00 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash on the Rio at Pitkin Iron.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 2/07/2021 1:00 PM
Contact with Haylen Gonzalez-pita for dog off leash on the Rio at Pitkin iron. Dog was on an e collar. Not aware of regulations, said the Aspen Nordic site said dog were allowed, I clarified yes, dog ON leash. Good conversation, compliant. Verbal warning
8137 Moore Open Space Parking 2/07/2021 9:00 AM
The trailer is still parked at prince of peace. Did not see plates. It’s been there 4 days now. Also a silver Toyota pickup with camper pop up has been parked in the lot several times....
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 2/07/2021 8:45 AM
Full house this morning. Trash up top, no dogs, no glass at the springs. Porta Potty was okay. Possible signs of dog tracks on the meadows side.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 2/07/2021 8:30 AM
New footprints leading from the gate to the trail.
8135 Red Wind Point Patrol/Outreach 2/07/2021 8:30 AM
Footprints on Redwind from HOA. We could check the camera before the next snowstorm.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Educational Contact 2/07/2021 5:30 AM
Drive-by contact to a couple with a dog at dart near the Wheatley pull-off. They didnt see the sign and agreed to turn around.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 2/06/2021 1:45 PM
Contact with Kerry Weber for DOL on the Rio by the RR cars. I noticed her and a guy both had their dogs on leash when they passed my parking spot. But as I approached from behind, she had let her dog off. Very nice, compliant. Asked if we could slow down the bikers in Summer, I told her we were trying to reach out. Verbal warning.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 2/06/2021 1:00 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash in the road at Jaffee park.
8137 Moore Open Space Parking 2/06/2021 9:30 AM
Pink tagged trailer at prince of Peace, has been there since Thursday. Will check on it tomorrow.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Educational Contact 2/04/2021 2:00 PM
Educational contact with women and two dog off leash on Rio at Pitkin/Iron. Unaware of regulations, friendly, compliant.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 1/31/2021 2:15 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash in Jaffe roadway. Compliant.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Educational Contact 1/31/2021 1:15 PM
Educational contact for dog that looked off leash when I drove by, but was leashed when I made contact. The couple complimented our grooming, and then proceeded to tell me a story about their dog chasing a baby moose on the grand Mesa, we talked about the reasoning for the leash law in the area for wildlife. Then I found out they skied through the dart easement, and we talked about that as well.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/31/2021 10:45 AM
7cars, 25 people. Big horn just across river. No potty users, minimal trash. Potty somewhat dirty.
8137 Arciero Trailhead Wildlife 1/30/2021 3:15 PM
Spotted a dog off leash just below Arciero, after further investigation I think it may have been a Cayote.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Verbal Warning 1/30/2021 3:00 PM
Contact with John Marlow “Kermit” fir two dogs off leash above Lazy Glen. Lives at Lazy Glen. Knows the regs. Had trouble leashing younger dog lily. Compliant, verbal warning.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/29/2021 2:00 PM
Contacted Two folks walking on Nordic near North Gate. They were just taking glamour shots of each other and not walking too far from parking lot. Explained impact of melting snow and footprints.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/29/2021 12:30 PM
Upvalley Jerry called in an older white male with large white curly hair DOL. Sounded like it could have been the gentleman that lives on Gerbaz. Gone on arrival.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 1/29/2021 12:30 PM
Responded to call of DOL with male and found a different female with small DOL at parking area of Pitkin iron. She saw a person she knew skiing and stopped to say hi. Compliant.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/28/2021 2:30 PM
Responded to a call from “Jerry” for DOL at mm 23 on the Rio. Both rangers were up valley. UTL. While hanging out at basalt high school I witnessed heavy trail usage with at least 4 dogs, on leash. There was also a man who walked through the private property towards the trail, with 2 dogs off leash. He skirted our property like a pro. I think I have talked to him in the past about the regulations.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 1/28/2021 2:30 PM
DOL with woman near Gold Butte on RGT. Friendly and compliant. She decided to go to Jaffee River Trail with my recommendation.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 1/28/2021 2:30 PM
All dogs I encountered on Rio from Stein Park to the falls were off leash. I’ll relocate a Leash Law sandwich board to this area tomorrow.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 1/28/2021 2:15 PM
Contacted man who picked up leash dragging on the ground when he saw me. Immediately confrontational before I could tell him what he already knew. Ended up apologizing and we had a good discussion.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 1/28/2021 2:00 PM
Contacts two women at Stein park gear in up to ski to WC tavern with DOL. Reminded them of regs. Very unhappy to hear they can’t ski wherever they wanted with DOL.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 1/28/2021 12:45 PM
Witnessed a walker at South Gate, when I was turning around at North Gate I saw a dog run across the highway towards the preserve. I stopped traffic to retrieve the dog and return it safely to the construction sight near North Gate. At the same time a woman stopped her vehicle in the middle of the highway to tell me a lot of people have been walking on the groomed trails. Spoke with dog owner at job site about regs. UTL on the original person walking🤔
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Educational Contact 1/28/2021 9:00 AM
Woman parked at fishing access at LG and initially let dog out of her car off leash. She threw a leash on by the time I walked down. Seemed like she was going to despite my contact.
8137 City of Aspen Open Space Mutual Aid 1/28/2021 8:45 AM
Dispatch gave me call fir a women who lost her dog at Marolt OS. I called her, the dog had run home. I did explain that leashes were required for Marolt, even though no one uses them.
8137 City of Aspen Open Space Parking 1/27/2021 11:00 AM
Checked on the Molly Gibson parking area. My cone that has been there for 3 weeks is gone and someone drove around the picnic table. Seems like some parking railroad ties to delineate the parking area might help.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 1/26/2021 2:00 PM
DOL in Woody Creek parking lot with skier. Stated dog was on electric collar. Leashed up when requested.
8136 Administration Patrol/Outreach 1/26/2021 12:45 PM
Attempt #2 to contact and serve Frank McDonald. Spoke with him at length prior to visiting his apartment to serve him. It seemed like he would be cooperative from our phone conversation. However, he then claimed to be exposed to COVID and refused to come to the door when I visited him. I then requested APD for assistance. 124 and I repeatedly knocked on the door but he refused to answer the door or his phone. See report for more info. To be continued..
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 1/25/2021 4:00 PM
Attempted to serve Frank Mcdonald at 326 Midland Ave Apt 207 with 117. We could hear him in there but he would not come out. Negative Contact. Please get a deputy or PO to assist with any future contacts.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/25/2021 2:30 PM
Jerry reported 3 dogs off leash on the lower section of the Rio to disptach. I was unable to locate.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 1/24/2021 4:00 PM
Contacted one lady XC skiing with DOL. compliant with leash.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/24/2021 4:00 PM
Received a call from dispatch for dog off leash on the Rio at mm 22.5.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/24/2021 4:00 PM
Received a call from dispatch for dog off leash on the Rio at mm 22.5. White poodle. Both rangers were up valley.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Written Warning 1/24/2021 1:00 PM
contacted David O'conner for DOL on EOS. His dog was not in control and at many points wondered off the trail.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/24/2021 12:00 PM
Contacted 4 individuals for walking on the Nordic trail.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/24/2021 11:15 AM
Educational contact with a couple for DOL on the EOA trail. They see people with dogs off leash all the time on EOA. I explained that was most like the City of Aspen portion. Unfortunate for us to have such bad compliance on the same trail just different jurisdiction.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 1/24/2021 11:00 AM
Contact with Mallory Redney for dog in the nature preserve. New to the area, did not see sign, was told by the Ute to go to North Star. Very friendly, compliant, good chat about the preserve and regulations, also gave Pitkin outside info. Written warning, should not be a repeat offender.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 1/23/2021 2:45 PM
Educational contact for a man with DOL on upper Rio.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Educational Contact 1/23/2021 2:00 PM
DOL adjacent to N River rd. Apologetic and cooperative.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Mutual Aid 1/23/2021 1:00 PM
I put out two new boxes of poo bags at hunter creek. I also grabbed two very full trash bags of poop bags, and put a new trash bag in place. For some reason this poo station had been overflowing at least since Thursday when I emailed Bill about. Taken care of for now.
8136 Dart Conservation Easement Closed Area 1/22/2021 2:00 PM
Report of dog on leash on RGT in seasonal dog closure. Dog lunged at a runner but was restrained by a leash. Delayed response time as I was skiing the upper rio. GOA. Description was man and woman with medium sized light colored dog.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/22/2021 1:00 PM
I was talked at by an unpleasant trail user. Claimed I was the 4th ranger she has seen in one year. She will not be satisfied with our work until we are writing 20-30 tickets for DOL per day. We Should be arresting Ebikers for drunk driving and under the influence of funny cigarettes.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 1/22/2021 12:30 PM
Reached out to a woman with skis in parking area with DOL and not under much of any voice control. Did not see on the RGT but explained regs while she ignored me and drove away.
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/22/2021 12:30 PM
Spoke with Jarod, owner of Aspen outfitters, that has a location by the woody creek tavern. He wanted to remind rangers that he has coffee and doughnuts at the shop, he even eluded they would be free for rangers. Thought you all might be interested!
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 1/21/2021 2:15 PM
Moved the “get the scoop” sandwich board to the bottom of Smuggler mtn Rd. Signage updated.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 1/21/2021 1:00 PM
Two complaints about dog waste left on roadway. It did seem quite gross. 8137 moving the Get the Scoop sign to SMR this afternoon.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 1/21/2021 1:00 PM
Conversation with a man who only seemed to pay attention to his dogs when he saw me. Explained voice and sight and dog waste issues.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/21/2021 9:30 AM
4 cars, 7 people, fresh Macdonald’s trash??? Glass removed from springs. Bathroom clean.
8136 Open Space & Trails Signage 1/20/2021 4:00 PM
Three new "dogs must be leashed" sandwich boards printed. I placed them at Basalt High School, Arciero, and Stein. Sheet is up to date.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/20/2021 3:00 PM
11cars, 20 people, 4 vehicles that look like campers. 2 old campfire remains in parking area. Porta potty clean, lots of trash picked up near porta pot structure and surrounding area. Including broken glass. Witness one porta potty used by a hot springer.
8137 Perham Creek Trailhead Written Warning 1/20/2021 2:30 PM
Contact with Finn Maguire for entry in to a closed area. Claimed to be just beyond parking area hammocking. Friendly CMC student of environmental studies, good outreach opportunity. Written warning
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/20/2021 11:00 AM
Contact with a gentleman walking on the Nordic trail at NS. Entered at Stillwater, claimed there were no signs. I checked the signage when I skied by, there are two signs.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 1/19/2021 4:30 PM
Erik Skarvan reported a high amount of dogs off leash and fat bikers on the nordic trails.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/18/2021 11:00 AM
Janet reported a crowded hot springs with a dog across the river in the closure, with big horns present. There was also a man who dropped his glass bottle and broke it while she was there.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/18/2021 9:30 AM
4 vehicles 6 people. I cleaned up lots of trash up top. Trash accumulated in porta potty structure. Clean porta potty. No violations.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/17/2021 12:00 PM
Contacted three different foks all near the end of their hike on Hunter. Educational contacts from a distance.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 1/17/2021 12:00 PM
The county is now in Code Red.
8137 City of Aspen Open Space Mutual Aid 1/16/2021 1:30 PM
Received a text from APD 117 about James Hogue possibly camping in it around town. Sounds like possibly on City property.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Verbal Warning 1/16/2021 10:30 AM
Contact with Sophia Jones for almost missing dog poop. Claimed to see it, said she would pick it up on her way down. Changed her demeanor when she realized I was a Ranger. Verbal warning.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 1/16/2021 10:15 AM
Educational contact X4, for dog owners not carrying leashes. Unaware of regs. One also admitted to leaving a poop bag along road, we chatted about ALL the regulations.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 1/15/2021 2:00 PM
DOL mm32.5 Called in by Jerry H. Fortunately it was not who I anticipated.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 1/13/2021 1:00 PM
DOL in Northgate parking lot. Explained to stick on East of Aspen trail rather than nordic.
8137 Dart Conservation Easement Educational Contact 1/10/2021 3:30 PM
Contact from the truck for dog in a closure, hard to contact due to access point and timing. Family with chariot and young kids, seemed overwhelmed. Explained regs and reminded to read signs.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/10/2021 3:00 PM
Four out of four dogs off leash today on the lower Rio. Between Arciero and Wingo ped bridge. Then dog on leash in the dart closure. Very bad compliance day. I think we need to target this area harder!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 1/10/2021 2:45 PM
Cited Paul Cather for DOL on the Rio at the high school. 8137 had a run-in with him shorly before. Not a pleasant contact. See report.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Educational Contact 1/10/2021 2:00 PM
Contacted two separate individuals walking a social trail from the neighborhood near the highschool with DOL headed for the Rio. I'll see about getting sings at the Rio intersection there.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Verbal Warning 1/10/2021 1:45 PM
Contact with Gabi Eichstaedt for DOL on Rio at lazy glen. Also witnessed her turn around at dog closure. Lengthy chat, said she has never seen a leash your dog sign....verbal warning.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Verbal Warning 1/10/2021 1:45 PM
Contact with Julie Comins for DOL at lazy glen on the Rio. Told me it was her first ski with the dog, and she was having a hard time keeping her leashed. When I saw her later on she had her dog on leash and she thanked me for doing my job. Verbal warning.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Educational Contact 1/10/2021 1:30 PM
Educational contact across from Wheatley beach for dog off leash on the Rio. Explained regs and nearby Dart closure.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/10/2021 1:00 PM
Crowded hot springs and parking lot. There is a well worn down path through the snow to the porta-potty. porta potty seemed fine besides a pile of trash near it in the shelter.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 1/10/2021 12:30 PM
I was flagged down by an individual near the coke ovens. A man and his family had gotten stuck up Coal Creek and I assisted them get to a phone to call for a tow. I could not pull them out.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 1/10/2021 10:00 AM
Investigated a wildlife camera posted on the kiosk at North Star beach access. See email. Pretty sure it is not OST, may need to cut lock and confiscate.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Educational Contact 1/09/2021 4:30 PM
DOL at TH. Also reminded to head toward LG rather than Dart.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 1/09/2021 2:45 PM
Friendly reminder given to women with dog off leash in road at Jaffee. And contact with a couple with dog off leash in roadway, not carrying a leash. We can not get those signs fast enough.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/09/2021 1:00 PM
Witnessed one walker on Nordic at NS, UTL as she turned around before I could contact. Also obvious dog tracks.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/09/2021 11:00 AM
Only two cars and 5 people. Odd amount of toilet paper on the floor of porta-potty. Forgot to take a photo. The rest of the area seemed mostly clear of microtrash.
8136 Crystal Trail Patrol/Outreach 1/08/2021 3:00 PM
John Deer “Gator” type vehicle driving on crystal trail heading toward Prince Creek Rd near bridge. Four seater UTV with what appeared to be large metal or wood stack of material.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 1/08/2021 11:00 AM
Dog with Amy Acklen at North Gate Nordic. Acklen was chatting with a friend a claimed they didn’t see dog signs. Apologetic and brought dog back to parking area.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 1/07/2021 1:30 PM
Moved Dog Waste sandwich board from Arbaney Kittle to HCT
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Mutual Aid 1/07/2021 1:15 PM
Monitored a call to 12 for vehicle driving on the Rio Grande trail. Driving error, not in area. No lic plate info. I was in the area mm29. Did not see anything.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 1/07/2021 12:15 PM
I moved the leash your dog sign from Hunter Creek to the Wingo parking area in the lower Rio, where we have been seeing bad compliance. Updated in signage
8137 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 1/07/2021 11:30 AM
Noticed a track walking up cozy pony to the cut going up Sky mtn Park. Investigated. Was not super fresh, fairly obvious they had gone up and back down, both on foot. I moved the sandwich board with closed sign to right where their tracks were, if there is a next time, they won’t miss the sign.
8137 City of Aspen Open Space Parking 1/06/2021 3:15 PM
Responded to a parking issue at Molly Gibson Park, people had parked on the hillside, essentially in the park. 10 and 12 were both on scene. We spoke to all three Vehicle owners. Giving them all a stern Verbal warning. 10 wanted to issue tickets, but as usual there are jurisdiction questions. 12 put out 3 cones, and I put out one to deter future parking issues.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Nordic 1/05/2021 1:00 PM
Received a complaint about a dog off leash on the Owl Creek nordic trail. The woman was upset because the dog off leash was interfering with her dog off leash.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/04/2021 1:00 PM
Was dispatched to NSNP for walkers on the Nordic trail.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Educational Contact 1/03/2021 1:15 PM
Educational contact from the truck. Woman with two dogs, one off leash. Friendly, compliant.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 1/03/2021 11:15 AM
Educational contact for dog off leash on upper Rio. Woman had three dogs, two on leash one off. Very nice, cooperative, thanked Rangers for patrolling.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 1/02/2021 3:30 PM
Hunter creek was pretty busy this afternoon, 10 people and 4 dogs, all on leash!!! Some poop bags though..
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/02/2021 11:00 AM
North Star was busy this morning, all users were wearing skis!
8136 Redstone Park Educational Contact 1/02/2021 10:00 AM
2 DOL running a bit wild at the RS bathrooms. Folks let their dogs out in the parking lot for a stretch after a long drive. Recommended leashes around park and trails etc.
8136 Stein Park (AVLT) Parking 1/01/2021 3:00 PM
The upper rio seemed quite empty for the full parking lot at Stein. Maybe skier parking or nearby construction?
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/01/2021 12:30 PM
11 walkers and 2 fat bikers contacted on the Nordic track within 2 ski laps. Emailed CP asking if they have “no bike” signage.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 12/31/2020 2:15 PM
Contact with Elliot Bates for dog off leash at Basalt High school on the Rio Grande trail. Zero tolerance zone. No leash on his person. Argumentative and disrespectful. Penalty assessment.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Educational Contact 12/31/2020 2:00 PM
Educational contact for dog off leash above wingo bridge on the Rio. Saw women pick up dog leash when she saw me. Friendly warning.
8136 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 12/31/2020 1:30 PM
5 DOL contacts in parking area. Full parking lot around the lunch hour.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 12/31/2020 11:30 AM
3 walker contacts.
8136 Administration Patrol/Outreach 12/31/2020 11:30 AM
BOLO was aired for transient male “Dennis”. 6’1” white male, hazel eyes. Last seen at Jaffee Park. Notify APD 106 if spotted. APD would like to interview subject.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Ticket Follow-up 12/31/2020 9:15 AM
Finally served Paul Rudnick his corrected PA. He was not friendly or very cooperative, I was happy to have 76 to back me up. He made lots of arguments why “his” dog should be allowed off leash.
8137 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 12/30/2020 4:00 PM
Educational contact for dol in the road at Jaffee park.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 12/30/2020 10:45 AM
Dol educational contact EOA.
8137 Jaffee Park Mutual Aid 12/30/2020 9:00 AM
124 contacted me to ask about my interaction with Dennis the camper with a fire on Dec.1st. She would like to talk to him if we see him. I’m going to write up a brief report if my interaction with him.
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 12/28/2020 2:00 PM
DOL X2
8135 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 12/28/2020 12:30 PM
DOL X1
8135 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 12/27/2020 2:30 PM
Contacted Donald Stone for one of his two German Shepherds off leash in the lot. He had no control over the dog. Explained reasoning and informed him of the recent incident when the dog was ran over. VW.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 12/27/2020 1:00 PM
Contacted two for DOL on east of Aspen. Both tourists.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 12/27/2020 1:00 PM
Contacted nearly a dozen people walking on the XC trail at NS. It is busy any compliance is not good.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 12/27/2020 12:00 PM
Janet reported multiple DOL today and every time she goes down there. We'll want to add this to our patrol and educate.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/27/2020 10:30 AM
A sleeper in an camper was reported to 58 at the springs. He went to check it out UTL. No license plate and no VIN. I'll check this evening or in the morning.
8136 Cozy Point South Closed Area 12/26/2020 4:30 PM
Attempted to contact 3 people standing on edge of CPS and parked poorly on the side of HW82. I pulled up behind their truck and they all ran back to their car apologizing in Spanish. I think they thought I was coming to complain about being parked on the side of the highway. Looked like they were taking pics of sunset over snowmass and went onto meadow from highway.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 12/26/2020 3:00 PM
Very busy at North Star today (and everywhere else). Multiple contacts with people pulling up and wanting to walk the course without skis or snowshoes.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 12/26/2020 1:30 PM
A fedex truck was stuck and early on it’s side adjacent to RGT on one of the driveways in woody creek. Took a while for a tow to get it out. Effected some lunch time skier traffic but commotion likely helped leash compliance
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 12/26/2020 12:45 PM
Contacted group of 6 without skis or snowshoes reading kiosk and a few starting onto the Nordic track. Sent to EoA and RGT
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 12/26/2020 12:30 PM
Two DOL Taylor Simmons of Texas in South Gate parking lot. Leashed up when I pulled in. Insisted dogs were on leash while on EoA trail but it didn’t seem believable. Have info for dog friendly areas.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 12/26/2020 12:00 PM
Parking completely full at Stein, including boater loading zones etc.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/26/2020 10:00 AM
Trespass from Jack Rabbit ridge rd. Appears horses and/or sleds went up the road. Possibly maintenance for the radio tower?
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Educational Contact 12/24/2020 4:30 PM
Chat with “Jen” about holding onto leash when skiing with dog. She was struggling to ski on the icy conditions and hold onto the leash. I watched her nearly fall and drop the leash a few times. Recommended against taking her dog if she was unstable. Saw her later and she was still managing to hold the leash so I gave her the benefit of the doubt. I believe she lives nearby and was aware of the regs.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Ticket Follow-up 12/23/2020 1:30 PM
Spent a good portion of my day discovering that Paul Rudnick, lies to me about his name yesterday. And then I tried to serve him an accurate ticket with 76, but he was not home.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 12/23/2020 12:00 PM
Leash Dogs sandwich board sign is at the HC trailhead.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/23/2020 11:00 AM
Added Seasonal Property Closed sign near entrance of BC Trail from underpass. Trespass reported on tree cut area adjacent to Cozyline.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 12/22/2020 1:45 PM
Contacted Page Lafountain of Aspen for her black lab "Pepper" off leash on the East of Aspen trail. Compliant. First contact. VW.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Ticket Follow-up 12/22/2020 1:30 PM
Contact with Sandy Cheris for dog off leash mm 31.5 on the Rio. Animal complaint called in to dispatch for DOL at mm30. I contacted Cheris at the railroad cars. No leash on him. Repeat offender. Penalty assessment.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Penalty Assessment 12/22/2020 1:30 PM
Contact with Paul Rudnick for dog off leash mm 31.5 on the Rio. Animal complaint called in to dispatch for DOL at mm30. I contacted Rudnick at the railroad cars. No leash on him. Repeat offender. He lied to me about his name, he gave me his partners name of Cheris. Penalty assessment.
8137 Moore Open Space Parking 12/22/2020 10:00 AM
Contact with Willow creek home maintenance and management for storing their trailer in the Prince of Peace lot. Spoke with trailer owner, he told me they manage the church, I told him to park in the church parking lot going forward. Hopefully should not be an issue again. Co 828-KHP
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/21/2020 2:00 PM
Gary reported multiple dogs off-leash near Wingo bridge.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/21/2020 12:00 PM
Dispatch aired to me a call for a dog off-leash on the Rio. According to the RP it was a white lab down by the boxcars. I imagine this is the same guy as usual. He'll need a ticket when we get him. UTL.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Educational Contact 12/21/2020 11:30 AM
Made a dog contact from the truck. One young female with a little white dog. Compliant.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 12/21/2020 11:00 AM
Contacted two individuals at Stein coming up from a walk with their dogs off Leash.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 12/21/2020 10:00 AM
Noted footprints and possibly ski tracks going into the closure near the utility cutout near Cozyline. We'll need to sign this, as this was also an issue last winter.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Written Warning 12/20/2020 4:00 PM
Contacted Diana about entering a closed area with her Dog. I saw her at the green fence going towards dart with her black poodle. I parked at Arcerio and started walking towards her. I met her coming back to the parking lot. She said she had just seen the sign and turned around. I chose to believe her, even though she could have seen me and turned around. She has a history of contacts and citations and made me skeptical about whether or not she was telling me the truth. She knows about the closure now and will not have an excuse next time.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 12/20/2020 3:00 PM
Contact with group of four starting to walk onto nordic track corduroy without skis or snowshoes. Nordic crew groomed the EoA trail so that was my recommendation.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Nordic 12/20/2020 2:30 PM
I skied up from the Emma school house today. The trail was freshly groomed and very busy. Twelve people, two dogs on leash, two fat bikes. This section of trail is busy on Sunday’s in the summer as well!
8137 Perham Creek Trailhead Closed Area 12/20/2020 1:00 PM
When I drove past Perham TH at 1100 I did not see any tracks or vehicles. When I drove back past at 1300 I could see several tracks going towards the trail. There was no vehicle so I did not stop.
8137 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 12/20/2020 12:30 PM
I walked to the closed trailhead for Filoha from the Wilden property. I noticed obvious snowshoe tracks that walked around the fence. I investigated some, but the tracks were not fresh so I did not investigate further.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 12/20/2020 12:00 PM
Made a contact for DOL on East of Aspen trail at Stillwater bridge.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/20/2020 11:00 AM
6 cars, 10 people. Socially distanced. No Issues. I replaced social distancing sign.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 12/20/2020 10:30 AM
Contact with Dan Fromm for dog off leash on the middle Rio. Friendly, compliant, first contact, verbal warning.
8137 Dart Conservation Easement Patrol/Outreach 12/19/2020 3:45 PM
Obvious dog tracks and dog poop on the Rio at Dart.
8136 Dart Conservation Easement Patrol/Outreach 12/19/2020 3:30 PM
Report of dog with skier at UV end of Dart closure on rio. Found some dog tracks but nothing in the area at the time. Seemed like they entered from a driveway on UV side of Dart. Maybe a neighbor. No signage at this entrance indicating dogs prohibited.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Penalty Assessment 12/19/2020 12:15 PM
Contact with Melinda Goldrich for three dogs off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Parked at BLM upper lot, claimed did not see sign, unaware of regs. Fourth contact, second offense. Penalty assessment.
8137 Administration Maintenance 12/19/2020 9:00 AM
I picked up 109. Oil change and snow tires!
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 12/18/2020 10:00 AM
Photographer at Stillwater bridge. Just some tourists with fancy camera taking pics of each other. The also drove a Corolla into the Stillwater parking area that was deep plow spoils. Pushed them out.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/17/2020 9:30 AM
There were no cars or people at the springs this AM. The heard of big horn sheep were just across from the Springs!
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/17/2020 9:15 AM
I put up a new social distancing sign at the Penny hot springs. I think it was a specific one for North Star, it has no dog, no glass, no music icons on it. Maybe ok for now.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 12/13/2020 1:00 PM
I had a discussion with an elder couple cross county skiing at North Star without any tracks being set by Nordic. I let them know it is best to wait for the track to be set but with the course stakes out and signage up marking the route, it does not seem like you are unable to do so. Hopefully Nordic grooms soon.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/12/2020 12:30 PM
No one at Penny at lunch time. Did not see much micro trash likely due to current snowfall.
8137 Moore Open Space Parking 12/12/2020 10:00 AM
I talked with the owner of a trailer parked at prince of peace parking lot today, he said it would be gone by tomorrow. I will check back then.
8137 Moore Open Space Signage 12/12/2020 9:00 AM
I put the no dog sign at Moore Open Space near the pedestrian underpass. They rolled it yesterday, but it does not look super inviting yet.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Educational Contact 12/11/2020 5:00 PM
Reminded man with two small DOL on N River Rd to keep dogs leashed if he hopped on the trail. He had leashed up when I pulled up behind him. Pointed out sandwich board with rationale. Cooperative.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Signage 12/10/2020 4:00 PM
Lots of dog waste around TH. Put up Get The Scoop sign.
8137 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 12/10/2020 2:00 PM
I spent some time walking the trails at Arbany Kittle today. Not surprisingly there was a lot of dog poop. The trail was also very busy. I want to make a point of being a presence there to see people’s dog poop pick up behavior. 8136 and I talked about putting up the get the scoop sandwich board.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 12/10/2020 9:00 AM
Removed a discarded tree from the Stillwater pullout.
8137 Brush Creek Trail Penalty Assessment 12/09/2020 2:30 PM
Contact with Scott Akin for biking on the Brush Creek trail during a closure. Penalty Assessment.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Verbal Warning 12/07/2020 12:00 PM
Contacted James Gordon and his two labs off leash on the owl creek trail. He said he was about home so he took them off leash, I let him know that was against regulations. First contact. VW
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 12/07/2020 11:00 AM
Contacted a couple near Stein park for a DOL on the trail. Compliant.
8137 Brush Creek Trail Educational Contact 12/06/2020 3:00 PM
I educated two tourists from Italy who were on e-bikes possibly about to bike up Brush Creek Trail. They hesitated at the closure sign, where I contacted them. They told me they were lost, and needed to get back to Aspen. I gave them directions and reminded them not to enter closures. Very apologetic and super touristy.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 12/06/2020 11:15 AM
Contact with Ellen Valentine with two dogs off leash. Aware of regs, just wanted dogs to get some exercise. Explained regs and wildlife rationale, and where she can let dogs off leash. Friendly, compliant, verbal warning.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Signage 12/05/2020 4:00 PM
Someone moved the barrel and rope that 8136 put up yesterday. Not cool. I tried to contact. Will fix tomorrow, hopefully.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 12/05/2020 3:45 PM
Socially distanced contact with women with two dogs off leash, claimed she came from her house at hunter creek, but I saw her on the trail. Verbal warning. I did thank her for picking up dog waste.
8137 Brush Creek Trail Verbal Warning 12/05/2020 2:00 PM
Contact with Owen McLernam for entry in to the closure of brush creek trail and Sky man park property. McLernam and friend had walked past closed sign and rope in to field to photograph the old barn. I explained regulations and instructed to Pitkin outside. Verbal warning
8137 Wheatley Beach Educational Contact 12/05/2020 11:00 AM
Socially distant contact with women and dog at Wheatley beach. Lives in the area, but not aware of regulations. Verbal warning.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 12/04/2020 12:30 PM
Added another barrel to block off a larger portion of steep/iced area.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 12/04/2020 11:30 AM
Warnings to Merlin, Casey Adam’s and 3 folks that would not give last names. Two men were Collin and John.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 12/04/2020 11:00 AM
Calendars are in the Station garage. Check sheet and update it as you deliver them to places.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/04/2020 9:30 AM
Dog at large near Phillips hillside. No one in the area. Shouted at it to go home and it ran back to the neighborhood. German Shepard-ish
8136 Red Wind Point Closed Area 12/02/2020 12:00 PM
I removed the Reg signage and moved up the Closed Area sign for RWP at Crystal River HOA.
8136 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 12/02/2020 9:00 AM
Crystal property tour with 8137. Switched out SD cards and batteries for the Mclure, Bear Creek, and Crystal River Parcel 1 cameras.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 11/30/2020 5:30 PM
Closed up seasonal properties in the Crystal.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 11/30/2020 5:00 PM
Closed up Sky and Brush creek for winter wildlife!
8136 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 11/30/2020 5:00 PM
Closed up Glassier for the season.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 11/30/2020 2:00 PM
Socially distance verbal warning with two women with two poodles. One white and one golden brown. Explained rationale and penalty assessment fine. Verbal warning x2
8137 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 11/30/2020 10:00 AM
Pink tagged a black 4Runner co plate RAI-112 with 4 sale signs parked at woody creek access to the rio grande trail. Kate called me to let me know she was recreating on the trail, not just parking her car there. We may see it in the bear future. Please do not pink tag.
8137 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 11/30/2020 8:00 AM
Contact with Dennis for camping and campfire on Open Space property. Previous contact with 8139 near Cozyline this summer. Known for his ramblings about coins, the federal reserve and tags about Exxon. 115 told me he has a warrant out of Glenwood Springs. Issued Dennis a stern warning for camping and campfire, explaining the dangers of low hanging branches and wildfire spread. Dean was apologetic and attempted to put out the fire. Aspen Fire put the fire out completely. Dean walked East up the Jaffee River trail to fish. We should keep an eye out. Verbal warning.
8137 Jaffee Park Fire 11/30/2020 7:30 AM
Responded to a smoke report across from intercept lot. I decided the fire was along the Jaffee River trail after looking down from the intercept lot. Responded with Aspen Fire. Contact with one camper and Fire was put out.
8137 Public Works Office Signage 11/29/2020 2:30 PM
I put all the wildlife closure signs on black sandwich boards, they should be ready to go for tomorrow.
8137 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Parking 11/29/2020 1:30 PM
Fielded a call from dispatch of a complaint of parking on the wilderness past the Hunter Creek Gate. USFS. I let dispatch know this was forest service and that the road should be closing today or tomorrow for the end of hunting season. The email from Scott Mattice said today Nov. 29th.
8137 Moore Open Space Signage 11/29/2020 10:00 AM
I put up the no dog icons at Moore. Our regulations sign is covered up with plastic by the underpass. I think it looks tacky. Let me know if you would like me to take it down and also put a no dogs icon there as well.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Signage 11/28/2020 5:00 PM
Moved the Dog/Leash sandwich board from Moore to LG. We need to switch out the sign at Moore for Nordic. No dogs allowed once Nordic gets going.
8137 Moore Open Space Signage 11/28/2020 1:00 PM
worked on changing the dog signage for the Nordic at Moore. I removed dog must be leashed signs, and will be replacing with no dog icon signs as soon as I find screws that are long enough
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 11/28/2020 1:00 PM
Jaffee was busy this afternoon, with several anglers. one equestrian, and lots of dog walkers. I picked up the scoop the poop sandwich board and put it away in the lockup.
8137 Moore Open Space Written Warning 11/28/2020 12:00 PM
Contact with Lacy Fyrwald for dog off leash on the Moore Open Space. Lives in the area, and lets her dog run home. Aware of regs, said she does not take dog out in the winter on the groomed trails. Friendly enough, but last warning, aware that next contact will be a penalty assessment. Written warning.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 11/28/2020 8:30 AM
Several calls about an explosion near SMR. One caller claimed a plane crashed onto smuggler.. Nothing found. Likely just the mine at work.
8136 Cozy Point South Patrol/Outreach 11/27/2020 10:00 AM
Got a call from JA and GT about a truck driving across Cozy Point South. I responded and the truck was GOA.
8136 Red Wind Point Patrol/Outreach 11/25/2020 12:00 PM
Set up wildlife camera at RWP. See sheet for location.
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Patrol/Outreach 11/25/2020 9:00 AM
Blocked off steep section of parking area with orange barrels. Ice and snow tends to cause fender benders. We can return the barrels to Scott in the spring.
8137 Crystal River Valley Closed Area 11/21/2020 3:30 PM
I closed Tarr property today. I took the regs sign off the post and replaced it with The closure sign. I put the regs sign in the Tarr space at PW
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 11/21/2020 2:30 PM
There were 20 people at the hot springs, 12 cars, no apparent campers. One dog to move along, one fisherman. And lots of big horn sheep in Filoha!
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/20/2020 1:30 PM
DOL near Gerbaz. I was unable to contact due to construction/one way traffic in the area. Looked like a person who we have dealt with many times in the past. Older man with medium/large fluffy white dog. I believe he lives at the corner or the RGT and Gerbaz. He has evaded a ticket and received more than enough warnings in the past.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 11/17/2020 5:30 PM
8135 and I closed Sky Mtn Park for the 4th season hunt.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 11/17/2020 3:30 PM
Contact with Noel Richardson for DOL on the Rio grande near river woods rd. Noel was defensive and wanted to complain about other issues instead of accepting the enforcement for his dog off leash. Not friendly, condescending. First contact, verbal warning.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 11/17/2020 1:30 PM
Contact with Donna Fisher for DOL on the upper Rio. Aware of regs, but thought because her dog is well behaved and it’s off season, so it was ok. Explained wildlife rationale. First contact, verbal warning.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 11/17/2020 10:00 AM
Smuggler was very busy this morning. Lots of dogs, lots of poop on the bottom portion. Several poop bags. Good outreach opportunities. I also took a complaint from a woman who wished OST Rangers would enforce mask regulations.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Maintenance 11/17/2020 9:30 AM
I trimmed some branches by Stillwater bridge.
8137 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 11/15/2020 3:45 PM
Contact with Emily Oyer for dog off leash on the Stein Trail. New resident at the ABC, did not see sign. First contact, verbal warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Written Warning 11/15/2020 12:30 PM
Contacted Tony Welgos and his small dog for dog in closure at the Dart property on the Rio. Tony was upset and had just gotten done with chemo treatment. He told me he would never walk his dog during the closure and that he thought it was the 14th, not the 15th. After a long talk with Tony, I elected to give him a written warning.
8137 Brush Creek Trail Signage 11/15/2020 9:00 AM
The dogs prohibited sandwich board at the upper end of The Brush Creek Trail has fallen over. I put it back up!
8136 Dart Conservation Easement Signage 11/14/2020 6:00 PM
I signed the dart and Wheatley beach area. No dogs permitted beginning Tomorrow nov 15.
8137 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Signage 11/14/2020 2:30 PM
I closed Grace Shehi bike park for the winter.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 11/14/2020 12:30 PM
I removed some branches from the wind event this morning on the Rio grande Trail. No trees down yet.....
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 11/13/2020 4:00 PM
Conducted the hunter orientation for two of the participants.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 11/13/2020 3:45 PM
Responded to a call for illegal hunting in Filoha Meadows. The individual, Joseph Piloni, of Loma Colorado had shot a bull elk in the meadows. CPW issued a citation for trespassing and for illegally taking an elk. The report will be done on Monday.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 11/13/2020 2:00 PM
All 3 of the Restoration in Progress signs at BLM lot were broken and thrown beside the eroding switchbacks. Seems like most people are avoiding the actual TH, thus missing all of the important literature. I’m going to add a hook to the main TH for leashes to match the other THs. Hopefully that will bring attention to it. I’ll look for more small posts to get the Restoration signs back in place as well.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 11/13/2020 2:00 PM
Contacted a woman walking in the BLM lot toward a shortcut with a DOL. she believed it was not required for dogs to on leash because there was no signage. Showed her the proper TH with regs and she was cooperative.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 11/13/2020 7:30 AM
Moved along one sleeper from the hotsprings.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 11/13/2020 7:30 AM
Moved along a dog from the hot springs.
8136 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 11/12/2020 1:30 PM
1558 and I built 4 canvas tents at the SOS. There are currently 7 total canvas tents. They seem sturdy and reliable to get them through the winter. Each will have a heater. Everyone was thankful for our help.
8137 Open Space & Trails Signage 11/08/2020 11:45 AM
I did inventory on the sign log, and cleared out the ones that were no longer in the field. I also picked up the bike etiquette sign from stein park. The sandwich board portion of the sign log should be up to date.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 11/08/2020 10:45 AM
Contact with Justin Lupow for two labradoodles off leash on the upper rio grande trail. Unaware of regs. I gave him an extra leash because he was only carrying one. Explained rationale and issued verbal warning.
8137 Cora May Open Space Illegal Camping 11/08/2020 8:00 AM
Checked back on the campers at Cora May. They had moved along. , Most likely after spending the night, but my warning note worked. We may want to keep an eye out for the rest of the hunting seasons.
8138 Administration Meeting/Planning 11/07/2020 4:00 PM
Thank you so much for a great season and all the support! Great team to work with! See you all soon!
8137 Cora May Open Space Illegal Camping 11/07/2020 3:00 PM
I pink tagged two tents pitched at Cora May. There was no vehicle at the site. I assume they are hunting. I requested SO check on the site this evening. I will check back in the morning with a deputy.
8138 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 11/07/2020 11:15 AM
DoL x2 in parking lot
8138 Aspen Mass Trail Lost and Found 11/07/2020 11:15 AM
Pink tagged a blue cruiser bike near bridge across the fork. I’ve noticed it for 3 days.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 11/07/2020 8:45 AM
Contact with Rachel Roos for dog off leash on the HCT. Had a Pitco leash, just not attached. She and friends had also picked up several poop bags along the way! Compliant. Verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Trash 11/07/2020 8:45 AM
I removed all the poop bags I could find (20) from the Hunter Creek Trail. I also removed some other random trash. Nice to know they won’t be under the snow all winter. Not cool how many poop bags I found. 💩
8138 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 11/07/2020 8:00 AM
Moved a dog along
8138 Penny Hot Springs Illegal Camping 11/07/2020 8:00 AM
Witnessed a sprinter, shades were pulled. Knocked, no answer
8137 Administration Special Event 11/07/2020 7:30 AM
My parents scored a bunch of snacks from the recent fires on the front range. I brought a bunch of bars in to the office. They are on the shelf. Please help yourselves!👍😁
8138 Administration Patrol/Outreach 11/06/2020 12:45 PM
APD called trying to get the date "we closed north star." I figured out they were trying to investigate and report on Gabor's 'stolen' van. I explained that we don't close NSNP, but figured out that it was regarding the commercial cutoff. I gave her the date that occurred this season.
8138 Administration Maintenance 11/06/2020 10:30 AM
Picked bike rack up from pw, and another package
8138 Moore Open Space Parking 11/06/2020 10:30 AM
Moved along guys dropping a trailer off. “Just 10 minutes” I told them that would be OK but I’ll check in 10, they moved on
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 11/06/2020 9:00 AM
Replaced the sign at north gate
8138 Moore Open Space Signage 11/06/2020 8:30 AM
Moved the leash sign from stein trail to moore
8138 Moore Open Space Signage 11/06/2020 8:30 AM
Moved the leash sign from stein trail to moore
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Maintenance 11/05/2020 10:00 AM
Fixed the fencing at s. Gate
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 11/05/2020 9:45 AM
I picked up a lot of trash at North gate, and also noticed the no overnight parking sign has vanished. I found another in the lockup. I will put it in the office for approval.
8137 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 11/05/2020 9:45 AM
I checked and cleaned both chainsaws, they seem to be in working order. They are in the garage bay!
8137 Owl Creek Trail Maintenance 11/04/2020 3:30 PM
I cut a few branches from the trail corridor of the Owl Creek Trail.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 11/04/2020 2:30 PM
Contact with Amy Gurrentz with dog off leash on the upper Rio. She is new to town and unaware of regs. Have a very nice productive conversation. VW
8137 Sheriff's Office Mutual Aid 11/04/2020 11:00 AM
Took a call from a hiker on buttermilk who’s dog had died while hiking. After contacting 48, who was not close, I drove up buttermilk and assisted the man and his frank dog. Deputies were appreciative of mutual aid.
8138 Glassier Open Space Signage 11/04/2020 11:00 AM
Beware of mud
8138 Deer Creek Open Space Signage 11/04/2020 10:00 AM
No parking on the side Towards river
8138 Sky Mountain Park Signage 11/04/2020 8:00 AM
Beware of mud near viewline Gate
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 11/03/2020 4:30 PM
I swung through Jaffee park and immediatly contacted 4 different individuals with their dogs in the parking area off leash. Contacted and educated all of them as a group.
8135 Mills OSP Patrol/Outreach 11/03/2020 4:30 PM
Please do not Patrol Mills without the Ranger Supervisor or Senior Ranger, If we need to get down there we need to have a deputy with us. There are now too many people living outside the camp at the entrance to safely patrol
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Signage 10/31/2020 10:30 AM
I am moving the get the scoop sandwich board from the smuggler Parking lot to Jaffee park. I will update signage log.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 10/31/2020 9:30 AM
The white truck has been removed from smuggler mtn road
8138 Administration Signage 10/30/2020 4:30 PM
Might be good to put out the Ride dirt, not mud signs at glassier, bullpen, and sky.
8139 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 10/29/2020 5:00 PM
Better compliance with leashes in the parking area- mainly from folks I had spoken to before. Still some confusion from some about the Rio/Jaffee link trail, “no fun anywhere anymore”. Informed the male that we have made the river trail voice/sight and decided to keep leash regs to prevent DOL bleeding onto the rio. He seemed sort of fine with this rationale.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/29/2020 1:00 PM
Contacted Jody guralnick and Linda Girdin, with 2 DOL. Said that they “hadn’t seen anyone on the trail” so they didn’t leash their dogs. Used some of our “Offseason talking points” to explain that the leash reg is always enforced, all the time. Jody has received a VW from JA in 2008 but because it was so long ago I issued a VW. First contact for Girdin, VW.
8139 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 10/29/2020 11:45 AM
An older Chevy 3500 looks to have broken a front axel about 2/3 of the way up SMR. Alerted PCSO and 66 said she would come tag it later. It’s going to need a tow to get down
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Cyclist contact 10/28/2020 5:15 PM
Contact made with four bikers riding across the ballfield.
1557 Parks Office Everything great 10/28/2020 1:00 PM
Retrieved data and picked up 3 cameras and all the counter info.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 10/27/2020 3:15 PM
8138 Wheatley Gulch Lost and Found 10/26/2020 11:30 AM
Report of a bike behind the cottonwood, I picked it up. All the deputies are busy, will leave the bike in garage for someone to take in
8138 Lazy Glen Open Space Maintenance 10/24/2020 12:00 PM
Cleaned up all the boards and trash from lazy glen island with 8139
8138 Wheatley Beach Accident/Rescue 10/24/2020 11:00 AM
Near Wheatley/dart but in the road. Single motorcycle, high rate of speed. 8139 and I co responded. Command 41 was already on scene. Ambulance 42 showed up shortly after us. We took care of traffic control. Patient went to avh, code response. 67 showed up, we cleared the scene
8139 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 10/23/2020 2:00 PM
Talked to some people on ebikes riding up SMR- reminded them of the regs regarding ebikes. They were friendly and compliant
8139 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 10/23/2020 1:15 PM
Pink tagged a white Jeep Wrangler (CO: AEF-903) parked on the road approx. half way up
8139 Public Works Office Trash 10/23/2020 11:00 AM
Cleaned out the abandoned property from the Lock Up
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 10/23/2020 8:30 AM
Pink tagged a blue Sprinter van ( LA: EE 20520) with a trailer and a gray Chevy Silverado (CA: 15903U2) parked at the east end of the South Gate lot. Got a call from the owner, he is working on the construction site across the street and said that the driveway is too small for them to park there. I explained that parking is limited to users. They are going to find alternative parking
8139 Moore Open Space Parking 10/22/2020 4:30 PM
Pink tagged a trailer parked in the prince of peace lot- CO:QPF-032
8136 Mills OSP Patrol/Outreach 10/22/2020 12:00 PM
Visited SOS campground with 1558. Chat with a few residents about winter planning. Surveyed land within the enclosure to evaluate snowmelt runoff etc. No new camps at Mills. Residents stated they have been periodically cleaning up litter if it ends up near the fishing access gate
8139 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 10/22/2020 11:00 AM
Reminded dog owners of the leash regs. Lots of people “forgot” their leashes in the car today.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 10/22/2020 10:00 AM
Several doggo bags left on the road. Put up "Get the Scoop" sandwich board.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Signage 10/22/2020 10:00 AM
Took the Voluntary Closure sign away and used for Smuggler. Northstar signs back in lockup.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 10/21/2020 12:00 PM
New leashes are back in the office closet.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Lost and Found 10/20/2020 2:30 PM
Found a small pill box containing prescription drugs, turned over to 70
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 10/20/2020 1:45 PM
Live 911 went to 105 regarding an angry individual on urgt. Kurt was the name of the rp. I was en route to hct and slowly responded. 105 setup a future appointment with rp at apd station. Rp was clearly agitated and apd quickly left the scene. Sounded like rp asked another user to leash, and a verbal altercation was started.
1557 City Golf Course User conflict 10/20/2020 1:45 PM
Golfers vs. off-leash dog walkers. Dogs were put on-leash and removed from the fairway.
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Written Warning 10/19/2020 4:45 PM
Craig Gose of GSM. I found a surveying GPS apparatus in the meadow at JHS. Waited and found Craig, didn't have a permit. Lecture on land use and off trail use. Asked he get a permit before operation on any OST asset.
8139 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 10/19/2020 3:00 PM
Did some outreach on the leash regs in the parking area of Jaffee. 5/5 dogs were off leash between the park and the gate. Chatted about traffic and safety, one woman who was witness to the accident last week thanked me for reminding dog openers to leash in the parking area. One male was less friendly “I’ve been doing this everyday since may. No one has ever told me that there’s a leash regulation”. Others were confused on where the leash starts\ends.
8138 Redstone Park Maintenance 10/19/2020 11:00 AM
Toilet seat was broken
8138 Penny Hot Springs Verbal Warning 10/19/2020 10:30 AM
Moved along another dog from the springs
8139 Administration Ticket Follow-up 10/19/2020 10:00 AM
Went to court today, judge held the ticket for Granger(Vincent) but reduced the fine to 50$. All and all pretty chill
8138 Stein Trail Mutual Aid 10/18/2020 4:30 PM
Met the new FPO's. They pulled into Stein then asked me where "all the paddling boarding happens" I gave them a tour of NSNP
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/18/2020 2:00 PM
DoL, Kelly Waldron, not local. Friendly contact
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 10/18/2020 1:00 PM
Roberto Pavan, DoL. Friendly Contact
8138 Jaffee Park Written Warning 10/18/2020 10:30 AM
Thomas Menas DBA Aspen Outfitting. Commercial Violation. Guests didn't have their fishing license. Menas was very cordial during contact, I opted for WW. Guests got license before they casted
8138 Pitkin Iron Trail Easement Parking 10/18/2020 10:15 AM
Left a pink tag on a trailer, no plate on it. I sent an email regarding.
1557 East Aspen Trail Parking issues 10/17/2020 4:15 PM
Moved along construction trucks parking and blocking the trail at Stillwater dr.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 10/17/2020 1:30 PM
8138 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 10/17/2020 11:30 AM
There was a small bike ramp built of rocks and plywood near the ice rink. I put the plywood on the back of rental building, dispersed the rocks
8138 Penny Hot Springs Commercial Permit Check 10/17/2020 10:30 AM
Checked on athleta photo shoot. Well within their permit, small and professional outfit
8138 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 10/17/2020 10:30 AM
Kicked two dogs out of the springs, owners were receptive to education
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Cyclist contact 10/17/2020 10:00 AM
Assisted a group of bikers through the campus area and on their way towards Highlands base.
8136 Pitkin Iron Trail Easement Patrol/Outreach 10/16/2020 12:30 PM
Removed the spare wildlife cam from the bridge stakeout. Seems as if the screen got wet and all photos were completely blurry. Returned to Janet.
8139 Lani White Trail Resource Damage 10/15/2020 4:00 PM
Found a "terrain park" in the woods above LW. See email
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 10/15/2020 2:45 PM
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 10/15/2020 1:00 PM
8139 Jaffee Park Accident/Rescue 10/15/2020 12:00 PM
Car v dog in the parking area, frank dog. 48 and 67 dealt with the parties, I gathered information we need. An unfortunate event, but now all the more reason for enforcement of the leash regs within the parking areas.
8139 James H. Smith Open Space Trails 10/15/2020 9:00 AM
One of the cottonwoods came down into the river, looks like the beavers have been busy with a few larger ones in the same area. DAM
8136 Congo Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 10/15/2020 8:00 AM
Congo parking area is closed up for the season.
1557 Meadows Open Space Campsite found/evicted 10/14/2020 5:45 PM
Report of a suspicious person near the bridge. Possibly intoxicated.UTL
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 10/14/2020 5:00 PM
Contacted a group with a dog at the springs. Let them know why we have dog regulations at the springs. They put the dog in the car.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 10/14/2020 4:45 PM
Contacted a woman walking off the meadows trail with a DOL, asked her if she was aware of the regs and she claimed to not. Talked about bikers and the busy nature of the trail. Leashes the dog and went onto the rio
8139 Dart Conservation Easement Maintenance 10/14/2020 2:30 PM
Installed the posts for the winter dog regulations. Bill caught me while I was doing it... secret might be out on rangers doing maintenance jobs
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/14/2020 1:30 PM
I distributed the remaining leashes to the top and bottom of HCT. We should be getting a few hundred more leashes in the mail shortly. This should hold us over until our large order come January.
8139 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 10/14/2020 10:00 AM
Belle has a fresh chain- seems to have fixed the clicking and is shifting pretty smooth.
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Followed-up on issue 10/14/2020 9:30 AM
Reports of an injured deer near the park. UTL
8139 Prince Creek Trail Maintenance 10/13/2020 3:00 PM
Filled in a large gopher hole on the trail, did my best Caddyshack impression while doing it ....
8139 Prince Creek Trail Educational Contact 10/13/2020 3:00 PM
Contacted two electric mountain bikers in the bullpen parking area. Chatted about the different regs for the different trails. They rode up the road and were cooperative
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill Litter minimal 10/13/2020 2:30 PM
Walkthrough of Deer Hill. No camps. Cleaned up a small amount of litter.
8139 Penny Hot Springs Illegal Camping 10/13/2020 1:00 PM
79 left a ticket(?) on a red mini van parked at Penny wondering if it was associated with the dump truck that’s parked there. I contacted them when I was there a little while later and they said they didn’t know anything about the dump truck. There was another male that was eying me pretty hard while I was walking the shoreline in a Black sedan in construction clothes. He left before I got back up to the parking area. CSP has been alerted about the dump truck
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Followed-up on issue 10/13/2020 12:45 PM
Missing dog on the Ajax trail. Reunited!
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/12/2020 10:30 AM
Recieved an email from Eric Martin of Wilderness Voyageurs about a dog loose in Filoha from ealier today. He asked the individual to get his dog back to the hot springs side of the river but he did not do so. The vehicle this man drives is a blue Subar Outback (CO/BNU-811).
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 10/12/2020 8:00 AM
Contacted 5 individuals for camping at the Penny Hot Springs. There were 5 people camping in vehicle and one person in a tent in the parking lot. I cleared everyone out and explained regulations.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 10/12/2020 7:30 AM
Paul contacted Vaughn, owner of house on N River Rd to discuss history of fishing easement. He will reach out to Ted and decide whether to adjust or add signage.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 10/11/2020 12:30 PM
The residents of 2550 reported a fishing guide on their property. I checked the map and there is an easment where they were reported. Kurtis with CPW called and informed me they were parking on the Open Space parcel below the Deer Creek property (no parking allowed) and walking down to the easment. I'll talk to Ted about getting some parking signs up.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Illegal Camping 10/11/2020 10:00 AM
Possible blue Tacoma with a blue topper camping in the upper parking area at Perham. I could not tell for sure but it looked like it had been parked for the night. I will check back tomorrow morning at an earlier time.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 10/11/2020 9:00 AM
Contacted a couple about their black lab being down at the Hot Springs. They were understanding and put the dog in their car.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/11/2020 9:00 AM
The dump truck 8137 tagged is still at the Hot Springs (CO/PQS-973). The RP said the guy that owns the truck has been camping in a van next to it for the last week or so. I will check it out tomorrow morning and hand over to the SO.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 10/10/2020 6:00 PM
Approached by Brent Vaughn about fishing regulations below RGT at Arciero. Vaughn’s son owns the house and has been shooing people away staring that fishing is prohibited. I explained there is an easement 5ft above high water. He does not accept Pitkin outside or esri. Emails sent to Paul and Ted for easement documents. I will be in touch with Vaughn when Paul gets back to me with the original easement language.
8139 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 10/10/2020 2:30 PM
Spoke with dog owners about the leash regs in the parking area. Medium compliance
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Parking issues 10/10/2020 12:45 PM
Construction truck partially blocking the trail.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 10/10/2020 11:00 AM
Too many to count .
8139 Sheriff's Office Lost and Found 10/10/2020 9:00 AM
Found a ziplock with some prescription pills inside on the upper rio, dropped off at SO with 67 to recycle.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 10/10/2020 8:30 AM
Contacted a white sprinter van at North Gate, they were just walking their dog and making coffee. Answered some questions about things in the area.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Parking 10/09/2020 3:00 PM
Pink tagged dump truck reported by someone to 8136 parking overnight. CO PQS-973. Will check back on it.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Maintenance 10/09/2020 12:00 PM
New gate is up at Ditchline -just a little up the trail from Brush creek.
1557 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Followed-up on issue 10/09/2020 9:30 AM
Continued checking in on Cosy Point ranch and archery range for reported campers overnighting in the area.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/08/2020 4:15 PM
Found some large conduit in the river below Benedict bridge, looked to have been held in place by rocks so it didn't just land there. Looked around the area for any obvious camps UTL. Seems unusual, sort of in the same zone that PH found that treehouse structure a few summers back.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 10/08/2020 4:00 PM
TOSV asked for info on SMP hunting lottery. A caller called their office for information. Dispatch connected me with RP and I filled him in on how to enter for next year. I also provided TOSM with the orientation info and lotto winners to keep them up to date on who can access the park and when.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/08/2020 4:00 PM
Contacted William Hollenbeck, and his yorkie DOL. Said he was unaware of the regulations, I informed him of the wildlife in the area (bears) and that it is in the best interest of safety to keep the dog on leash and the regulations -where they start and where they end. First contact, VW
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/08/2020 3:30 PM
Contacted Danielle Mills and her doodlemix "Peanut". First contact, unaware of the regs. We chatted about wildlife in the area and impacts dogs have. VW
8138 Brush Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/08/2020 2:45 PM
Cromwell Downs of Miami. 1 mile up Brush Creek with a Jack Russel Terrier. Friendly, explained agricultural conflicts
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Cyclist contact 10/08/2020 2:00 PM
Helped two families returning from an e-bike trip to the Bells find their way into town.
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Covid/mask education contact 10/08/2020 2:00 PM
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 10/08/2020 12:00 PM
People are over it !
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Written Warning 10/08/2020 11:30 AM
DoL on the trail down to Jaffee Trail, 2nd warning. Claimed dog chases fisherman, so she hikes that area. I explained the same logic, as the dog barked and growled at me as I approached.
1557 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Followed-up on issue 10/08/2020 9:45 AM
Report from the COA flower crew working in the park that a drone had been aggressively buzzing people in the park and cars on the road. One report of seeing a camera on it . Maybe a video showing up on social media soon ?
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Agriculture/Lease 10/08/2020 8:00 AM
Sheep escaped the paddock and were in the driveway. Guided them back to the pasture fairly quickly. Much more efficient than last year's incident.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail E-bike Contact 10/07/2020 4:30 PM
Contacted Zachary Lee, of aspen, riding an electric mountain bike. Gathered that he had ridden from smuggler >HCT. Claimed he wasn’t aware of the regulations for e mtn bikes. Corrected him and main take away was No Singletrack. Had a few questions about trails closer to warren lakes but I directed him to USFS for clarification as I wasn’t familiar with the trails he was talking about. First contact, WW
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 10/07/2020 3:00 PM
Received a call asking about Voluntary Closure at Wildwood. Explained low flow and sent to S. Gate.
1557 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Everything great 10/06/2020 4:45 PM
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Parking issues 10/06/2020 2:15 PM
Removed / Red tagged two mopeds out of right of way on the Highlands trail . Reports of this on a regular bassis.Will continue to monitor.
8138 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 10/06/2020 1:30 PM
A man flagged me down, and was aggressively asking me questions about dog leash laws at Jaffee. I gave him the information but wasn't happy and became more agitated and aggressive. I decided to end the contact and drove away. I radioed 8136 shortly after and the party called the office shortly after that.
8135 Mills OSP Patrol/Outreach 10/06/2020 12:00 PM
Checked on Mills with 8140. Picked up a fair amount of trash on the east end of the intercept spilling into Mills.
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 10/06/2020 9:30 AM
Inadvertent contact made with a camper in the area near Castle Creek road . Marco Dwarte , was just spending one night before moving on . I helped him pack up .
8138 Stein Park (AVLT) Illegal Camping 10/06/2020 8:45 AM
Made a contact with a man I made contact the night before, claimed he camped at the BLM lot on Red Mtn. He has a company that makes campers and is doing media for it. keep an eye out, my guess, we'll see some instagrams that don't have a permit. "four wheel campers"
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Penalty Assessment 10/05/2020 3:00 PM
Contacted Cassidy Karowoski for trespassing in the Filoha meadows closure across from Penny hot springs. First contact. PA.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 10/05/2020 2:30 PM
Educated a man getting ready to play a guitar at the beach. Cited the regs and how sound can disrupt wildlife
8138 Stein Trail Resource Damage 10/05/2020 11:00 AM
The flow of water from Burlingame has ceased, sent e-mail to Ted regarding fixes
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 10/04/2020 5:00 PM
Evey Flores of North Glen, family of 5 and two dogs, just of trail on EoA in the preserve between the takeout and North Gate
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 10/04/2020 4:45 PM
Father/Daughter about to ride one-wheels near north gate. Explained the regs.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 10/04/2020 4:45 PM
Lexus Key, near north gate. Took to SO.
8138 Stein Trail Resource Damage 10/04/2020 3:45 PM
Water is flowing across the trail near burlinggorge, reported to 8136.
8138 Administration Maintenance 10/04/2020 2:45 PM
Belle the bike is fixed
8138 Administration Maintenance 10/04/2020 2:45 PM
Belle the bike is fixed
8138 Crystal River Valley Maintenance 10/04/2020 11:30 AM
The drool has some new deadfall, sent e-mail with pics
8138 Bull Pen Lot Maintenance 10/04/2020 10:30 AM
Belle the bike decided she didn’t like her shift cable. Will try to fix later today
8138 Bull Pen Lot Commercial Permit Check 10/04/2020 10:00 AM
Tagged along with sacred cycle ride for a little while. Great awareness on physical distancing, will send an e-mail reminder to not block parking/access while setting up. Great group.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Dog off leash - education contact 10/03/2020 2:30 PM
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 10/03/2020 12:00 PM
Found iPhone near mm43 in roadway Dropped off at SO.
8138 Wilden Property Maintenance 10/03/2020 11:30 AM
Noticed the dog doors aren't locked at Wilden, sent email to Ted regarding.
8138 Redstone Boulders OS Lost and Found 10/03/2020 10:00 AM
pink tagged a crash pad near the large bounder that's flat on the top. I've seen it there my last several trips through this area.
8138 Redstone Boulders OS Educational Contact 10/03/2020 10:00 AM
Contacted 3 different dog owners regarding leashes. One dog jumped on me while I was there. Owner didn't initially see the issue, lectured on what well behaved dogs do. Other 2 owners complied quickly and thanked me for patrolling. All three contacts were separate
1557 Rio Grande Trail Found resource damage 10/03/2020 9:00 AM
At Stein Falls . Someone had blocked the discharge pipe and the trail was covered with water . Once the pipe was cleared it drained and dried quickly.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 10/02/2020 6:00 PM
Attended Evening of the Elk with ACES. Seemed like folks had fun. We didn't see any elk but were able to hear them nearby. Coyotes were also very vocal after dark.
1557 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 10/02/2020 3:45 PM
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/02/2020 3:00 PM
DOL with Lacy Broughton. Small 13y/o chihuahua. Friendly and cooperative. Appreciative of wildlife info. It is her friends dog. First offense.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 10/02/2020 1:15 PM
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 10/02/2020 1:15 PM
1557 City Golf Course Called to scene 10/02/2020 10:00 AM
Reports of people playing fetch with their dogs on the golf course while others were playing golf. Moved them along . VW.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 10/02/2020 9:00 AM
Contacted Matt Cox, Hilary Vasaw, and Hannah Vasaw of MI in the meadow at North Gate. Lectured on the access points and the closure in respect of wildlife. All were very apologetic and cooperative, first contact [verbal] WW
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Covid/mask education contact 10/01/2020 6:00 PM
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 10/01/2020 2:00 PM
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Cyclist contact 10/01/2020 2:00 PM
Contact made with two e-bikers who hit their hands together while riding in opposite directions . No injury. just upset with the other.
8139 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/01/2020 12:00 PM
Changed out the SD cards for the narrows camera and the gate camera. All set to capture everything during the closure
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 10/01/2020 9:45 AM
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 9/30/2020 11:15 AM
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 9/30/2020 10:00 AM
Report of city employees being harassed in the mall . Met with 2 men who report the same female has been showing up and making rude hand gestures, inappropriate comments while pointing a camera at them .
8136 Pitkin Iron Trail Easement Patrol/Outreach 9/30/2020 9:00 AM
Switched SD cards in camera. No violations. Also met with Richardson again. He wanted to thank everyone that has helped from OST. The past weekend was the least outfitters using the easement. I spoke with fly fishing guides last week to make sure they are properly using the area and respecting adjacent private property. Maint crew also put up a new fence and sign near the bridge. I took down the camera under the bridge as it is difficult to get there now. I doubt someone will be trying to trespass through the new fence and under/over barb wire.
8135 Redstone Park Accident/Rescue 9/29/2020 2:30 PM
Monitored a call for a 64 yo female who fell and hit her head with severe bleeding.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 9/29/2020 1:30 PM
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Illegal Camping 9/29/2020 12:30 PM
8140 and myself checked Stein camping area. All gear and pink tag placed by 8139 has been removed.
8138 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 9/29/2020 11:00 AM
John bietsch Of aspen trout guides. Couldn’t produce his fishing license per permit requirements. Checked with DoW and he had a license.
1557 Parks Office Graffiti removal 9/29/2020 10:30 AM
We now have three game cameras out still trying to guess where the Exon graffiti bandit will strike next. Rio at Puppy Smith, AABC at Chatfield, AABC at the Trescott tunnel.
8138 Moore Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/29/2020 9:30 AM
From Moore, I noticed a bright reflection from buttermilk from below the cliffs skiers right off racers edge. Looked manmade, but not a person doing the reflection
8135 Administration Special Event 9/28/2020 6:00 PM
Ranger Hadley/8135 bids you all a fond farewell. It's been good! Stay safe out there!
8138 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 9/28/2020 2:00 PM
Call of elk shot on private property near 1020 brush creek. Elk perished on sky os. Hunter harvested elk. Read report for more
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/27/2020 5:15 PM
Wesley Jacobs, friendly, first offence. VW
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/27/2020 2:45 PM
Read report, Photographer with 3 subjects in wedding dresses standing in NSNP meadow between beach and South Gate. Clane Gessel, cited for closed area.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 9/27/2020 2:30 PM
Was stopped by a female asking for us to keep an eye out for the green cruiser bike- 8137 was asked by APD to do the same- the female said that the subject had likely dropped mail off at the Post Office and gone for a ride possibly to “clear his head”. The subject may have stashed the bike to go off the trail somewhere. BOLO while on the upper rio
8139 Stein Park (AVLT) Illegal Camping 9/27/2020 2:00 PM
Returned to the “stein park camping” area to see if there was anymore evidence of a camp and found several items-pants, socks and a mask that appear to be drying after being washed in the stream that flows next to the road. Left a pink tag giving them 24hours to remove the items and left an HHS sheet with the tag. Will add the gps coordinates to the illegal camping sheet
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 9/27/2020 11:00 AM
Contacted a male (driving a silver Ford Explorer CO: 886-QWY) in the cottonwoods at South Gate. Informed him of the closure and he “thought it was like forest service land where you can do whatever”. Educated about wildlife habitat and the nature preserve . He had broken off a sizable dead stick and exhibited odd behavior while I was observing before contacting. Did a full walk through following the contact and didn’t find anything
8138 Penny Hot Springs Illegal Camping 9/27/2020 10:00 AM
Found a camper and van with approx 9 people. They said they were travelling to Idaho next. WW
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 9/26/2020 4:30 PM
Ben Newell, I believe Benny the Blade. Was hiking at JHS, 2nd time I've seen this individual off trail. Lectured about the reasons we must stay on trail. Friendly, however, didn't seem to get the message.
8138 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 9/26/2020 3:00 PM
Monitored a call to pcso regarding a person sleeping in their car and another “creeping around”. 79 and 11 responded, given their response, I stayed clear. I’m glad I did, there was one party who had a warrant, extraditable.
8138 Wheatley Beach Patrol/Outreach 9/26/2020 1:30 PM
A man named tony approached me about fishing at Glassier. 8137 helped answer his questions, apparently the lease holder at one tour told him he was trespassing and couldn’t fish the.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 9/26/2020 11:30 AM
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Cyclist contact 9/26/2020 10:30 AM
Many rental e-bikes on their way to Maroon Bells riding way to fast for ability levels.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 9/26/2020 10:30 AM
APD 128 asked us to keep an eye out for a cruiser bike with “John Deer” branding. Should be green and yellow. The owner has been expressing hopelessness and has not been seen since 330am this morning. Contact APD if located.
8138 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Illegal Camping 9/26/2020 8:45 AM
Made contact with a newer silver 4Runner with Texas plates, 3 20 something female occupants. Claimed they drove through the night and were rearranging the contents of vehicle and moving on to explore the RF valley for the weekend.
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Covid/mask education contact 9/25/2020 4:30 PM
1557 Rio Grande Trail Covid/mask education contact 9/25/2020 3:30 PM
Rio Grande from Herron to Skate park.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 9/25/2020 2:30 PM
Got a call from Janet about what looked like a fishing guide and clients gearing up to fish at South Gate. I was already omw and within a few minutes they had cleared out. UTL.
1557 Marolt Open Space Followed-up on issue 9/25/2020 12:15 PM
Picked up small amount of litter .
8139 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/25/2020 11:30 AM
Joined the RFC family event at Filoha, pretty fall day in the CRV. Played some fun games down by the river, thumbs up all around.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 9/25/2020 9:00 AM
Contact made with a group of bikers blocking the trail at Stein falls . Explained the Rio Grande is a trail for everyone . They moved bikes and will be more considerate going forward.
8136 Red Wind Point Patrol/Outreach 9/25/2020 8:30 AM
Took call from Dan from USFS looking to cross RWP at the upper Mesa. USFS is conducting research near Sopris. Referred to Liza. She gave him permission to access on Monday- Tuesday 28-29th. His car will be there with a note in the window.
8139 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Signage 9/25/2020 8:00 AM
Pulled the 10 minute loading zone signs since there isn't much traffic up there anymore. Left the voluntary closure signs figured leave it until it really becomes dead
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 9/24/2020 5:00 PM
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 9/24/2020 12:00 PM
8136 Pitkin Iron Trail Easement Verbal Warning 9/24/2020 12:00 PM
Another complaint from adjacent landowner. Outfitters dropped off a client with heart condition at trailhead rather than walking from the parking area. Landowner confronted guide and it didn’t go well. I responded and heard out both parties. Reviewed easement language and permit requirements. Landowner demanded a citation. I did not feel that the infraction warranted a citation on the first known time the guide had done this. Explained to landowner we have cameras set up and will be strict to enforce if the folks deviate from the intended path. Aspen Fly Fishing owner was apologetic and understands the importance of following the easement language properly. He is going to inform all of his employees as well.
1557 East Aspen Trail Cyclist contact 9/24/2020 9:45 AM
One of the tagged bikes has been removed , the other is unlocked . Will continue to check on it.
8136 Glassier Open Space Counters 9/24/2020 9:00 AM
Replaced the equestrian counter that has not been working. New one is in place.
8139 Stein Park (AVLT) Illegal Camping 9/23/2020 4:00 PM
Doing a walk through of the "stein park camping area" I noticed a square that appeared to be flattened by someone/something that I hadn't noticed before. Pictures didn't translate well, but its in the lower portion of the pine trees. A pretty distinct square that looked to have "covered" by a few sticks strewn about
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 9/23/2020 4:00 PM
1557 East Aspen Trail Cyclist contact 9/23/2020 3:00 PM
Red tagged two bikes locked to the highway guardrail next to COA trail , Not blocking but a potential hazard.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Meeting/Planning 9/23/2020 2:45 PM
Assisted TOSV Parks with data analysis related to recent increase in visitation to Sky Mountain Park.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 9/23/2020 2:30 PM
The moose were back out in the same zone again. A pretty sizable crowd gathered, with some questionable U turns and parking tactics. Allowed people to take a few photos but asked them to keep moving to prevent a full blown spectacle from happening
8135 Crystal Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/23/2020 11:00 AM
Observed Iron Rose Ranch staff driving orange UTV on Crystal Trail again. Paul H. is working with the County Attorney to send the ranch a legal letter directing them to cease motorized use of the trail.
8139 Filoha Meadows Open Space Signage 9/23/2020 11:00 AM
Put the No Access signs back up across from Penny, they seem to have been knocked down but back up now!
8135 Redstone Park Parking 9/23/2020 10:00 AM
Tagged Subaru Outback (CO: BNU-412) that belongs to a nearby tenant habitually parked in Redstone Park. Having spoken with this individual before I understand adjacent businesses being closed should leave his assigned parking space open, and I don’t want him taking up space meant for the public.
1557 Sky Mountain Park Everything great 9/23/2020 9:00 AM
Cosyline to Airline. A bit of rain yesterday helped both trails ride great.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/23/2020 9:00 AM
5 vehicles at Penny Hot Springs. Picked up alcohol containers, cigs, and micro-trash. Observed extensive human waste issue on path leading to USGS cable car.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Written Warning 9/23/2020 9:00 AM
Returned to site of suspected illegal camping and patrolled south side of Filoha and Penny Hot Springs parcels. Contacted two men with 70 after seeing them cross the river to reach the hot springs. The men proved to be highly cooperative. Due to subjects’ financial situation and willingness to clean up all items from open space and lack of adequate boundary signage, I elected to issue a warning after 70 cleared them of warrants. Written warnings issued to Michael Billinger and Kevin Robison of Moffat, CO for illegal camping and trespassing off-trail. 8139 and I monitored the men as they removed their belongings from open space.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 9/22/2020 4:00 PM
At least 8 vehicles at the springs. Contacted party with leashed dog in the pools. Educated party on water quality protection and had them remove dog.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Illegal Camping 9/22/2020 4:00 PM
Observed a blue tarp holding personal items including a cooler in Filoha OS across from Penny Hot Springs. No one at the hot springs saw anyone cross the river within the last hour. Due to traffic issue up valley, I couldn’t get timely backup, so I will return tomorrow with 8139 to investigate possible illegal camping.
8135 Thompson Creek Open Space Fire 9/22/2020 4:00 PM
Responded on-call to report of a wildland fire on Thompson Creek Open Space. Checked Thompson Creek OS and then moved to Filoha OS to investigate associated mile marker. Carbondale Fire used a drone and located a single burning tree from an evident lightening strike on BLM land above Jason Sewell’s ranch (across HWY133 from Thompson Creek OS). Spoke with incident command and confirmed no fire on open space.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/22/2020 3:15 PM
Responded to a bike accident of a 69year old male that had fallen off his bike. Medic 96 arrived shortly after and checked the patient out, cleared on a patient refusal and the male continued his bike ride.
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Closure violation 9/22/2020 11:00 AM
Bikers going through the school campus , no masks. Lots of kids in the area .Compliant.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 9/22/2020 9:00 AM
Several E- bikers heading down valley at a high rate of speed for their ability. Easy to contact and friendly. Agreed to slow their roll all the way to Two Rivers park in Glenwood.
8135 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 9/21/2020 3:00 PM
Changed out the combo lock on the Glassier Trail gate due to overuse/abuse by agricultural motor vehicles. See combo sheet. Adjacent landowner has permission for vehicle access to the BLM until 12/1 as part of stopgap resolution of boundary dispute, per GT.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 9/21/2020 12:30 PM
Helped Ted place signs to close HC trail for bridge project. Signage is marked in sign log.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 9/20/2020 4:00 PM
A guy named mark told me about a cold hit and run against him, bike on bike, near the grange property on June 21st. Gave him my card and rundown on who to call
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Educational Contact 9/20/2020 3:45 PM
Johnny Love, riding a sweet brand new electric long board. Great conversation about why electric vehicles aren't allowed on RGT.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Resource Damage 9/20/2020 3:30 PM
Found a cave near the train cars. Emailed 8135 pics and location, and he forwarded.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 9/20/2020 2:30 PM
Responded with 8137 to SAR for shirtless 7yo boy off-Trail on HCT between Benedict Bridge and the lower footbridge. Spoke with RP and gathered point last seen, subject description, etc. Subject reunited with parent as I was hiking in from my truck. Met with RP off-trail upstream of bridge and confirmed no medical care needed. The kiddo had hiked up the creek possibly as far as the private driveway intersection “looking for fish.”
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 9/20/2020 1:00 PM
Contacted two people with two DOL in Jaffee Park parking area; educated on pet safety rationale for leash law from car to trailhead gate.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 9/20/2020 1:00 PM
Contact group with DOL in the river. As I was hiking by a party alerted the others to put the dog on a leash. I spoke with them to make sure they understood dogs must be on leash while on the trail. They were all well off the trail and dog in the river so I made it educational. Discussed wildlife etc.
8135 Pitkin Iron Trail Easement Patrol/Outreach 9/20/2020 12:15 PM
Swapped out SD card on upper camera at Pitkin Iron trail easement and spoke with landowner. Fishing guide and client were present in the river so I didn’t harvest lower camera (which remains in place below the bridge). Camera showed zero violations (even dogs were on leash).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 9/20/2020 12:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Sandy Cheris for DOL (“Woody,” doodle) on RGT @ River Wood Dr. Educated on wildlife and trail safety rationale for leash law, referred to Pitkin Outside, and recommended nearby voice & sight control trails. Companion, likely Paul Rudnick, was mildly uncooperative, but came around.
8138 Stein Trail Written Warning 9/20/2020 11:00 AM
MacKinzie Carroll, DoL near Stein Bridge. Friendly, 2nd warning.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 9/20/2020 10:30 AM
Refunded erroneous fine payment from Z. Strickland of Carbondale, CO for a ticket, #7065, and fine amount, $163.00, that don’t correspond with any OST PA.
8139 Administration Trails 9/19/2020 5:00 PM
Buck has a new fresh chain. Belle might need one too....?
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 9/19/2020 3:00 PM
Angus Anderson of Basalt, Drone, was flying from near the road. Talked about wildlife interactions. Friendly, gave resources where they could fly.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/19/2020 2:45 PM
Victoria Wang, Dog, friendly contact South Gate
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/19/2020 2:45 PM
Brad Powell, Dog, Friendly Contact, South Gate
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 9/19/2020 11:45 AM
1557 City Golf Course Covid/mask education contact 9/19/2020 9:30 AM
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 9/18/2020 5:30 PM
Found remains of old camp area . removed a small tarp , sleeping bag and a pack with moldy belongings .The tarp and bag are in our storage area.
8136 Emma Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/18/2020 5:15 PM
Contacted man urinating outside (and within arms reach) of empty porta potty. Requested use of facilities that are provided in parking area.
8139 Open Space & Trails E-bike Contact 9/18/2020 5:00 PM
Took e bike pamphlets to Aspen Bike rentals and The Hub. Chatted to Aspen Bike rentals about how handy the sheets are because they show all the trails they're allowed to take e bikes- informed them that we will be ticketing ebikers we find on single track and reinforced the importance of informing the people renting where they can/cannot go. The Hub only rents the commuter style ebikes to avoid this problem and were very interested in helping in whatever we need as they want to be a part of the community. Will need to print off another stack of the pamphlets to give out to other shops
8136 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 9/18/2020 4:30 PM
Cows will be back grazing at Glassier any day now. I unlocked the Lowe gates and closed them. Trail users should be opening and closing the gates now to keep the cows secured on the property.
8136 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/18/2020 4:30 PM
The gate nearest Alec’s driveway doesn’t latch properly. The existing chain currently works to keep it shut. I figure if someone isn’t paying attention the gate could more easily come open. Email sent to maintenance crew. Hopefully everyone can use it properly until the latch is fixed.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 9/18/2020 3:30 PM
The moose fam (bull, cow and the two calves) were back out in the zone between south gate and the beach. Rescued two paddleboards, and escorted another group back to the trail. Moose seemed to be unimpressed with the commotion, and were having a day of it down by the water.
8135 Mills OSP Educational Contact 9/18/2020 2:00 PM
Contacted Logan James Hether (CO:BUJ-RO1, red Tundra, and junker red mini-van with Arkansas plates) between SOS and Mills Open Space. 115 has been trying to get in touch with Hether regarding case mgmt. I educated Hether on OST regulations and fire restrictions (there was an old campfire ring in front of his van, which he claimed was already there when he arrived). Hether was recently offered employee housing and should be moved out within two weeks. Hether seems like a very polite, chill guy. I followed up with 115 by phone.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 9/18/2020 12:30 PM
Emailed Brian with the gps coordinates for cached fencing from Wilderness Workshop project. He will let us know if he is unable to retrieve them with the e-moto
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Cyclist contact 9/18/2020 12:00 PM
Contact made with Sara . She fell off her bike . Cleaned and dressed two small abrasions .
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/18/2020 11:00 AM
Contacted two clients and a real estate agent who crossed fence into Glassier Open Space while looking at adjacent property (home of couple cited in 2019). I explained Pitkin County’s management of the open space, access regulations, wildfire danger, and agricultural operations. I also informed the clients they may not be able to access the property from the private land. Sounds like they would tear down the house and build something huge if they buy it.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/18/2020 9:30 AM
Issued Matthew Hammons a PA for dog within the preserve at south gate. He was friendly and complaint.
1557 ABC/BurlingameTrail Found resource damage 9/18/2020 9:30 AM
Cleared lots of rocks from the Birlingorge trail.
8135 Redstone Park Parking 9/18/2020 9:00 AM
I believe the Subaru (CO:BNU-412) parked at Redstone Park belongs to a nearby tenant. Please tag it overnight parking becomes a habit.
8135 East Creek Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 9/18/2020 9:00 AM
East Creek TH is a mess due to utility work on Redstone Blvd. Noticed some branches dumped nearby likely from corridor clearing along the road.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/18/2020 8:30 AM
5 vehicles at the springs including 3 camper vans (gray Sprinter, black Sprinter, and frequent flyer silver mini-van). At this time of day with everyone in the pools, it’s hard to tell who’s camping and who’s just visiting. Cleaned up small amount of micro-trash.
8135 Red Butte Patrol/Outreach 9/17/2020 5:00 PM
Patrolled full length of Red Butte. Trail starts easy and gets rugged with one tiny section of rock scrambling near the end. Much larger area than I first thought. I took game trails from ridge back to my truck on Cemetery Lane to check for camps and only found small amounts of old trash. Beautiful hike!
8135 Administration Fire 9/17/2020 5:00 PM
County fire restrictions downgrade from Stage 2 to Stage 1 (fires permissible in developed campgrounds) effective midnight tonight (9/17). Statewide open fire ban remains in effect into early October. Fires, fireworks, and charcoal grills remain illegal on open space ($250 fine). Smoking outside a vehicle, developed area, or area clear of debris is also illegal under new restrictions.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 9/17/2020 2:30 PM
Pink tagged a bike “stashed” in the willows near the stillwater bridge on a social trail in the taller grass. Will check back to see if it was someone paddling or if it’s abandoned.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 9/17/2020 2:30 PM
Bull, cow and two calves were spotted hanging out in the willows between the paragliding LZ and the beach. Kept people from creating a spectacle but 10 cars were pulled over when I first arrived on scene. They kept chilling through the afternoon in that zone
8135 Pitkin Iron Trail Easement Vandalism 9/17/2020 1:30 PM
Met with 8136 and homeowner at Pitkin Iron bridge and posted two cameras (one under bridge and one on private lawn) to document trespass/vandalism.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 9/17/2020 12:00 PM
8136 took call regarding suspicious salt block placed in willows near South Gate. I located the block near area of baiting circa 2014-2015 (see 2014 “North Star Salt Block” report) and notified CPW. Baiting and hunting on the preserve are prohibited by law. 8139 went to post camera on site and discovered the bait had been removed sometime around lunch hour. My best guess is someone from the construction site across the road saw me and pulled the block when I left. Please keep an eye on this area and the construction site for poaching-related activity.
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 9/17/2020 9:30 AM
Contacted male Aspen Outfitting Co. guide with two clients and an off-leash black and white “service dog” in Jaffee Park. Guide was highly dismissive of my explanation of leash requirement in parking area and reluctantly complied after multiple instructions to do so. I subsequently checked the commercial permits of two Aspen Outfitting Co. guides. I recommend spending more time patrolling Jaffee area and checking guided party permits and fishing licenses.
8135 Pitkin Iron Trail Easement Vandalism 9/17/2020 9:00 AM
Met with Ted and 8136 at Pitkin Iron trail easement and footbridge to discuss vandalism and trespassing issues. Guided groups have repeatedly trespassed on private property and someone cut our fence to facilitate trespassing across private property to reach the south shore of an OST fishing easement. Most likely suspects are Aspen Outfitting Co. There have been many deputy calls at this location. We will post a camera to document trespass and vandalism. Under Title 12 we can cite for trespassing from open space to private property. Permits could be suspended if companies are involved. See email from 8136.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 9/16/2020 5:30 PM
Checked out the ACC race ( airline->cozyline), they had minimal impacts on the trail and a friendly marshal at the top directing racers and alerting other trail users of the race.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Maintenance 9/16/2020 5:00 PM
Cut large downed cottonwood tree on lower Prince Creek Trail in response to social media report. Reported damage to cattle fence to Ted.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/16/2020 2:00 PM
Checked on Mills Open Space and SOS - trash I gathered yesterday has been removed!
8139 Sky Mountain Park Written Warning 9/16/2020 1:30 PM
Issued 6 WW for a group of ebikers that rented bikes from Aspen Bike Rentals. Called into dispatch by another biker, I was able to intercept them at the end of Deadline with 8135. Friendly and apologetic group from Mexico City. Lectured them about where they can and cannot ride ebikes in the area. 8136 visited Aspen Bikes to remind them about e mountain bike regulations and their responsibility to inform all rentals of where they can/cannot ride. Printed off more E bike etiquette sheets that can be delivered to shops around town
8135 Administration E-bike Contact 9/16/2020 1:30 PM
I spoke with Paul at Aspen Bike Rentals about his costumers Ebiking on single track and letting us know they were not told they could not go on certain trails. The conversation went well. We will need to drop off brochures at bike shops and work towards better compliance from rental companies.
8135 Gold Butte Open Space Commercial Permit Check 9/16/2020 12:00 PM
I noticed a commercial climbing group on Gold Butte so I went up for a permit check. It was Michael Schneiter with Glenwood climbing guides taking out Aspen Country Day school. They're permitted to do so.
8135 BLM Crown Fire 9/16/2020 11:30 AM
Removed fire ring in Prince Creek ROW about 1 Mile above cattle guard.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 9/16/2020 10:00 AM
Removed lock from Filoha pedestrian gate, as contractors have locked it twice in four days despite instructions to leave it unlocked. Lock is now attached to the hinge of the moto gate. In related news, contractors are now working on a fenceline at Wilden, demolishing the Wilden grow room, and building elk enclosures on the south side of Filoha bear the river.
8135 Redstone Park Trash 9/16/2020 9:30 AM
Cleaned up micro-trash near Redstone Park gazebo and disassembled and removed a small improvised bike jump on the lawn.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 9/16/2020 9:00 AM
Educational contact with woman in hot springs (CO:BEA-VO7, artfully-painted silver van) regarding dog policy; subject removed dog and thanked me for cleaning up area. I explained water quality protection rationale for the rule.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/16/2020 9:00 AM
5 vehicles at Penny Hot Springs. Cleaned up significant amount of micro-trash including many cigs (fire ban violation).
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Trash 9/16/2020 8:30 AM
Cleaned up trash in Perham Creek TH turnaround (enough cigs - also a fire ban violation - to indicate someone spent significant time there) and removed planter pots from the woods, likely from a small marijuana grow 1-2 seasons old.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/15/2020 2:00 PM
Removed all sizable pieces of trash remaining on Mills Open Space into a pile in the Intercept Lot near the SOS to facilitate the residents cleaning up the area more quickly. Documented evidence of fire ban violation (campfire) near red mini-van. Emailed observations to 115 and dropped off documents found in abandoned camp at APD for 115.
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Lost and Found 9/15/2020 2:00 PM
Collected abandoned bike tagged by 8137 from Aspen-Mass Open Space and delivered to PCSO.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Wildlife 9/15/2020 1:00 PM
Photographed beaver “construction zone” near JHS wildlife camera. Beaver is clearly cutting and dragging trees for a dam almost directly in front of the camera.
8135 U.S. Forest Service Property Mutual Aid 9/15/2020 10:00 AM
Per the USFS, the illegally built compound on Smuggler Mtn. that I located last year is almost cleaned up (at long last!) and the criminal investigation is underway.
8136 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Patrol/Outreach 9/14/2020 4:45 PM
8202 called in abandon bike across from Cozy Point on Aspen Mass. Tagged red kids bike near the old hut and service road off of Aspen Mass trail. Seems somewhat like a newer/decent bike. Will check back. Odd place to leave a bike. I looked around the area but came up UTL any pepperoni.
8136 East Creek Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 9/14/2020 2:15 PM
Dispatch gave 79 a found property call at East Creek Trailhead. I offered to grab it but after 79 spoke with the RP it was a firearm.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 9/14/2020 11:45 AM
Fielded another complaint of dirt bikes driving aggressively on SMR. I informed the RP registered motor vehicles are permitted to drive the county road within posted speed limits. Unknown whether bikes were highway legal.
8138 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/14/2020 11:00 AM
Call from dispatch for 63 "man with cigarettes at the filoha gate" I patrolled before 63 got there UTL. I showed him how to get into filoha from wilden
8136 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/13/2020 4:45 PM
Some micro trash removal. Larger items Such as tarps, sleeping pad, etc remain.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 9/13/2020 4:00 PM
Dog at the beach. Had the answers for a service dog, friendly contact, asked to leash, complied.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/13/2020 4:00 PM
Saw a man about to launch a homemade sailboat from the beach. Sent an email about my concerns.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 9/13/2020 10:30 AM
monitored a call about a bike crash in the underpass at the RFC.
8136 Coke Ovens Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/13/2020 9:30 AM
Most people I’ve seen observing the ovens. 5 vehicles parked in the lot behind. Approx 12 people and 2 dogs on leash reading info panels.
8138 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 9/12/2020 5:15 PM
Jaime Rich, DoL. Friendly, but her 2 friends were less than.
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 9/12/2020 4:45 PM
Had an encounter with a bear. The bear was uphill from me, and definitely agitated that I was there. I called 8139 to update location and progress. The bear cleared out after I screamed at it.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 9/12/2020 4:30 PM
Worked with Wilderness Workshop and a few volunteers pulling barbed wire fence from Viewline/Deadline. We cleared all of the remaining “top priority” fencing impeding wildlife in the area.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 9/12/2020 4:00 PM
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/12/2020 2:45 PM
DoL, Stacy Ivers of LA. Friendly.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 9/12/2020 11:45 AM
Dispatch aired 60yo female near “2nd waterfall” on HCT with facial injuries due to fall. Apparently unable to hike out due to swallowing too much blood. MRA was on a mission up the Pass at the same time. SO 77 asked for code response. 8139 and I responded and arrived moments after aspen Ambi made contact at trailhead. Patient ended up walking to trailhead from apparently 100ft up past the condos.. Aspen Ambi Treated but did not transport to AVH.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 9/12/2020 11:45 AM
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 9/12/2020 11:30 AM
DoL near Wheatly OS. Gave the party a leash. Said dog was sight and sound certified in boulder. I asked for information, they 20-30yo couple started with the "Am I being detained" and "are you able to detain me". Slender build, black and white cattledog mix. When I was biking back upvalley, the dog was on leash.
1557 Parks Office User conflict 9/12/2020 8:15 AM
Two bikers complaining the other was riding recklessly. Problem self corrected after I arrived.
1557 Marolt Open Space Called to scene 9/11/2020 5:30 PM
Report of a camper in the upper Marolt open space . UTL, however there was evidence of a recent sleeper in the area.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 9/11/2020 4:30 PM
Contacted Andrew Halsley DOL near Stevens street. Said he lives in W/J and got distracted chatting with friends and forgot to leash his dogs. We talked about the regulations and that many bikers travel at high rates of speed. First contact, VW
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 9/11/2020 3:00 PM
Passerby complaint of dirt bikes on trail. Above observation deck. I hiked through the candy loop with no signs of dirt bike trail use. Prob normal folks sticking to SMR and RP was mistaken.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 9/11/2020 2:30 PM
Looks like two trailers associated with USFS are parked near Robbie Wade. Maybe garbage/debris cleanup efforts from the large camp/compound?
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 9/11/2020 1:15 PM
Mall use light due to weather but still mask compliance is low.
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Dog waste - education contact 9/11/2020 9:15 AM
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 9/10/2020 6:00 PM
A hiker reported a loose dog to dispatch on Smuggler road at the base. I went to find but UTL.
8139 Open Space & Trails Trails 9/10/2020 5:15 PM
Snowy, wet and cold few days have kept the trails slow. Saw 3 people on HTC > Smuggler observation deck
8139 Open Space & Trails Trails 9/10/2020 5:00 PM
Belle has some sweet new-to her- grips and ordered a chain so she will be running super smooth for september mtn biking
1557 Marolt Open Space Found resource damage 9/10/2020 3:30 PM
Trees and branches on Burgman trail .Need a bigger saw.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/10/2020 3:00 PM
Checked on Mills OS with 8139. It was in the same condition as last time rangers checked. One of the kicked out campers said they were still planning on cleaning it up within the next couple of days.
1557 East Aspen Trail Found resource damage 9/10/2020 2:30 PM
Moved trees and branches from trail.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 9/10/2020 11:30 AM
Not many people walking in the mandate zone .
1557 Meadows Open Space Found resource damage 9/10/2020 9:30 AM
Cleared several down trees on the Music Tent trail.
1557 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Found resource damage 9/09/2020 3:30 PM
Several trees down and areas of rocks fall from top to bottom of trail.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Found resource damage 9/09/2020 11:30 AM
Clearing branches from trail . Snowfall
1557 Marolt Open Space Found resource damage 9/09/2020 9:30 AM
Several tree branches down and others just weighted down by snow.
1557 Marolt Open Space Graffiti removal 9/08/2020 3:00 PM
Placed a camera on Marolt trail near the west end of Marolt bridge . Still trying to guess the next spot the "Exon " tagger will strike.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 9/08/2020 11:00 AM
Very little traffic in the mall this AM...possibly due to weather .
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 9/07/2020 3:15 PM
Took a report of a moose that charged at Ashcroft. Forwarded to Kurtis Tesch
8138 Glassier Open Space Maintenance 9/07/2020 1:00 PM
Pulled the trail counters for repair
8138 Lazy Glen Open Space Educational Contact 9/07/2020 11:45 AM
8136 received a call from Janet regarding a drone at Lazy Glen Open Space. I responded and found Janet. They were trying to film Cooper getting the oat machine working. I explained to Daniel that Drones aren't allowed in Open Space, and that any filming commercially needs a permit. Daniel cited that he had permission through Farmers Collective (at cozy point) and I explained that it wasn't Pitkin OS, rather, Aspen OS. I explained that without a permit we will cite for commercial photos.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road E-bike Contact 9/07/2020 11:30 AM
Two new Salta Cruz full suspension Ebikes heading down SMR. Unable to tell whether they were on Trails or just on roadway. Another biker told me he turned around folks on ebikes yesterday on HC cutoff
8135 Owl Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 9/07/2020 11:00 AM
Responded to a bike accident for a 30 yo old male with a knee injury on the Owl Creek trail. They called back and cancelled a medical response. I went to check it out anyway. The individual had dislocated his knee. He was able to get it back in himself and was waiting for his girlfriend to pick him up to take him to the ER.
8138 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 9/07/2020 10:00 AM
Pulled the viewline and deadline counters for repair
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 9/06/2020 5:00 PM
Fishing at the beach, 5 small rods with young (kindergarten age) kids, with hooks. I made contact with father, Robert Marriott, he claimed the "hooks were cutoff." I explained that even that would be fishing and that even if the kids were "practicing," a place where fishing is prohibited is not the place to practice.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 9/06/2020 5:00 PM
Isabelle Leonatis, loud music at the far side of the beach with a large group. I separated Leonatis from the group and asked her to relay the message on why we prohibit music to the group. The group was likely etoh.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/06/2020 5:00 PM
Annie Klosowicz, Dog at the beach.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 9/06/2020 2:30 PM
Call aired of an injury reported to MRA on HCT. 63 took the call, I responded to the top of Red Mountain Road and made initial patient contact. 8137 arrived from below. MRA had a paramedic and took over shortly after. See Report.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/06/2020 2:00 PM
fielded a call from dispatch from an anonymous caller stating there were 2 dogs at the beach. 8137 was closer and responded.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/06/2020 1:45 PM
Dog at the beach with Tyler Brennan
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/06/2020 1:30 PM
DOL w Lindsey Emerson of Basalt. First time w DOL but cited for dog on the beach two years ago. Polite and cooperative.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/06/2020 1:30 PM
DOL with Erin Hill same time I was contacting Emerson. Gave both info and explained fall/winter wildlife rationale. Both first offense. VW
8138 Penny Hot Springs Verbal Warning 9/06/2020 10:30 AM
warned 2 dog owners of dogs in the springs. friendly contacts.
8138 Prince Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/06/2020 10:30 AM
Dog in the open area with a cyclists. lectured on dog/agriculture conflicts.
8138 Penny Hot Springs Verbal Warning 9/06/2020 9:00 AM
Dog contact in the springs. Naked yoga was happening and leader of the yoga party told the offending party that "they didn't have to talk to me" and "they could stay put". Beware of naked yoga.
8135 Wheatley Gulch Illegal Camping 9/05/2020 3:30 PM
Checked wheatley with 8137 for signs of a camp. Everything was clear. 8137 will check in the evenings and mornings for any activity.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 9/05/2020 2:00 PM
When I pulled into Jaffee park a very well fed and tired old tan lab walked up to my car. I got him some water and walked around and looked for his owner. I could not locate the owner and he did not have tags. I ended up taking him to the shelter.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/05/2020 12:00 PM
went with 8137 to check Mills open space for camps and check the status of the mess on the west end of the intercept flowing into Mills. The tent and vehicle with the camp is gone but the mess is still there. I spoke shortly with the SOS host. He said their dumpster is full but will try and get some volunteers next Tuesday to pick it up.
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Dog off leash - education contact 9/05/2020 10:00 AM
8136 Wheatley Gulch Illegal Camping 9/04/2020 5:30 PM
Found some new things left in a small pile next to trail up Wheatley Gulch. Creepy. Let’s go back with more than one ranger to poke around. I believe 8135 and 8136 went up yesterday and would have seen this stuff.
8136 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/04/2020 3:30 PM
Two guys were organizing/ cleaning up Mills overflow from SOS as requested by 8135. Looks like they are shuttling gear with a beige Jeep Cherokee. I’ll leave them to and see what kind of progress they made tomorrow.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 9/04/2020 2:00 PM
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/04/2020 1:15 PM
8138 called (off duty)from the beach reporting a drone flying over NS, possibly landed at north Gate. UTL when I arrived. I’m working with the B4UFLY app to get a restriction put over North Star and other properties
8136 Congo Trailhead Parking 9/04/2020 12:45 PM
Took call about overnight parking And camping around castle creek rd and Congo. Suggested Little Annie rd for camping.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 9/04/2020 11:00 AM
People were more cooperative and wearing masks today.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 9/03/2020 3:30 PM
Took call from woman who lost a blue and gray zipper Yeti cooler bag yesterday at North Star beach. PCREDC and OST has no record of a found cooler fitting that description. I referred the woman to City Parks and indicated it was may have been stolen due to the item’s value.
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Installed signage 9/03/2020 2:00 PM
Working with 1558 to paint markings on the trail for getting bikers through the high school campus area.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/03/2020 1:45 PM
Intercept Lot looks rough... I noticed a campsite, last tent in the row outside the SOS, expanding from Intercept Lot into Mills Open Space. I observed trash, clothing, bins, and a pot plant on OST property. Spoke with 115 by phone and determined site likely belonged to Vince Thomas (I recognized Thomas’ distinctive black leather jacket amongst the trash). Thomas was kicked out of the SOS a week ago. I pink tagged the tent instructing Thomas to immediately remove all items East of the boulders. 8136 will check back on Friday. I also took photos of an RV parked off the dirt lot and into the grass (CO: BDQ-R45) with a Aspen parking ticket on the hood; please tag if present on Friday. FYI Thomas can be aggressive when intoxicated, was cited in 2019 by City Rangers for camping on Marolt OS, and has made veiled threats towards rangers in the past.
8139 Stein Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/03/2020 1:15 PM
Walked the riverbank in the area where the camp was earlier this summer and it was clear- some evidence of the stick guy’s work but no signs of camps
8139 Sky Mountain Park E-bike Contact 9/03/2020 11:30 AM
Contacted Bruce Lee riding up to cozyline on his e mtn bike. Lectured about regulations and other places that he can legally ride his bike as he was very upset to hear he could no longer ride on most single track. Informed him that future violations will result in PA.
1557 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Found resource damage 9/02/2020 4:15 PM
Found evidence of a camper near the table . A branch and twig structure / tepee . It looked to have been used but no gear in the area . Removed and dispersed .
8135 Roaring Fork River Mutual Aid 9/02/2020 4:00 PM
Assisted 63 in determining ownership of boat ramp at Mile 28 HWY82 related to illegal campsite (CDOT/BLM).
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Issued written warning 9/02/2020 2:00 PM
Red tagged a truck partly blocking the trail .Will return to check on it later.
8139 Airport Ranch Trash 9/02/2020 1:45 PM
8140 (off duty) called in seeing the sketch motor scooter/ tricycle male from CRV pushing his bike near the pull off to Airport ranch access gate. I had seen him earlier with white vehicle pulled over giving him something. sketch sketch sketch
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 9/02/2020 1:45 PM
Gette called with “a whole new level” complaint about another neighbor that runs early with her dogs off leash. “Very early” and the runner is “very fast” goes down to the end of the paved section and comes back before 0715. She had a list of complaints- concerned about the dogs health, dog off leash, and she wasn’t wearing a mask this morning (what set Gette off). All of this is [obviously] very very confidential but she would like for us to catch this woman so we can have “one happy customer”.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Educational Contact 9/02/2020 1:00 PM
Spoke with “DJ,” one of the family members of 1500 Owl Creek Ranch Rd., flying a drone and walking a dog near Jackrabbit Ridge Rd. I confirmed DJ was a landowner with permission to be in the area and educated him on Sky Mtn Park regs below the road/boundary.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 9/02/2020 11:45 AM
Responded to an accident for a biker just off of the Rio on Holland Hills. The biker crashed on a speed bump at the apartments near the bike route. He hit his head and was A&O X 1.5. The incident was over by the time I arrived. I transported bike to the Aspen Hub bike shop.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 9/02/2020 11:30 AM
assisted RFFR with a carry out of a patient with collar bone, rib pain on deadline. Used the one wheel and ATVs to extract the patient out and onto Jack Rabbit Ridge Road
8139 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 9/02/2020 10:45 AM
Issued Bill Seguin a PA for e bike on sky mountain park. I had spoken to him and another male on seven Star two summers ago so he is aware of the regulations and has been seen on the wildlife cameras across sky mtn continuing to ebike. Discussed further violation fine structure and other trails
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Covid/mask education contact 9/02/2020 10:15 AM
Parents of children using the skate park not wearing mask. Handed out 4.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 9/02/2020 9:00 AM
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Covid/mask education contact 9/01/2020 5:15 PM
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion E-bike Contact 9/01/2020 1:45 PM
Joey Doyle, on a one wheel near the RFC. I gave him the regs, and informed him about bike paths, dirt trails, etc using motorized vehicles.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 9/01/2020 12:30 PM
For a slow trail use day , several people not wearing masks . Gave a large group 10 masks .
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Resource Damage 9/01/2020 12:00 PM
At the Emma trail counter, a tree fell across the trail. I was able to clear it. No further mitigation needed
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Covid/mask education contact 9/01/2020 10:45 AM
Not many users from Iselin to Highlands. Most compliant.
8138 Thompson Creek Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/01/2020 10:15 AM
There is a well worn trail toward the river, might be a good patrol for a ft ranger.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Found resource damage 9/01/2020 9:30 AM
Rock fall onto trail MM 37.5 . Easy to clear.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 9/01/2020 9:00 AM
8140 took a call for a bear near Benedict bridge. I was in town and went up to assist a woman that was afraid to keep hiking. When I arrived she had self rescued- I stayed in the area but didn’t see anything. From talking on the phone with the RP, some of the details were suspect- she may have just freaked herself out.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 8/31/2020 5:30 PM
Sign at S. Gate was hit by a car....
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/31/2020 9:30 AM
Karen Sachse, DoL, friendly
8136 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 8/31/2020 9:00 AM
16 cars in parking lot when every other Midvalley lot was completely empty or minimally used. Seems unlikely to have this many trail users on a Monday. I added some vehicles into the google sheet to compare. Maybe an extra morning coffee patrol midweek?
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Wildlife 8/30/2020 3:30 PM
Moose with a baby, I watched them for a little bit from a distance. Became agitated when paddlers came around. I made contact with the paddlers and had them walk around. The whole time, the mother moose watched us and became less agitated as we left. Relaunched the party near the trailcam, so there will be photos of the party relaunching.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/30/2020 1:45 PM
Robin Daniele of Aspen DOL just below the kiosk. Friendly, however, didn't want to give her information.
8138 Hummingbird Lode Open Space Trails 8/30/2020 1:00 PM
Rode up Hunter Creek Toll Road and down Hummingbird. Really pleasant. Saw 4 e-bikers on the road, didn't make contact, as they were only pedaling the road.
8138 Hummingbird Lode Open Space Trails 8/30/2020 1:00 PM
Rode up Hunter Creek Toll Road and down Hummingbird. Really pleasant. Saw 4 e-bikers on the road, didn't make contact, as they were only pedaling the road.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 8/30/2020 8:15 AM
Same car described before. Golden Volvo stationwagon (or similar). Contacted 63 and as we were about to contact, the car sped out of North Gate. Will get extra patrols there.
1557 Rio Grande Park Covid/mask education contact 8/29/2020 5:30 PM
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 8/29/2020 5:15 PM
CO ADQ-W19 parked at North Gate seemed to be fussing with a tarp on the hood. I contacted a late 60s Unfriendly male to remind him camping and overnight parking was prohibited. He insisted he would not be parking or camping overnight and indicated he understood my message. He didn’t want to talk but I insisted to give him more information and stated the area would be patrolled by rangers and deputies.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/29/2020 4:30 PM
8136 Chapparal Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/29/2020 3:30 PM
Switched out SD cards in wildlife cam for janet.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Maintenance 8/29/2020 3:00 PM
Cut out two large trees on lollipop.
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 8/28/2020 5:15 PM
Reported from Nina at the Marolt Mining Museum of camping equipment behind the boiler . Cleaned up gear and have 4 uasable sleeping bags in our possession.
8136 Glassier Open Space Signage 8/28/2020 5:00 PM
Parking sign finally up. Couldn’t find any stores in the valley with matching 30 holers. Drilled into the closest Looking we could find. Looks good.
1557 Marolt Open Space Graffiti removal 8/28/2020 2:00 PM
Installed two game cameras . Looking for the person tagging our trails.
1557 Marolt Open Space Found resource damage 8/28/2020 2:00 PM
Micha reported a tree had fallen across the Marolt trail at the Marolt bridge . Working on his day off he asked for help and came in picked up chain saws to clear trail.
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Covid/mask education contact 8/28/2020 10:30 AM
1557 Parks Office Campsite found/evicted 8/27/2020 2:30 PM
Picked up camp site with 1559.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 8/27/2020 2:30 PM
Collected belongings of a camper "name unknown" that APD had arrested two nights prior. APD asked us to collect his tent and belongings and hold until release from jail.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/27/2020 11:00 AM
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 8/27/2020 10:30 AM
Ran into a few people that wanted to vent about E bikes and bike etiquette. Suggested extra patrols of hunter creek valley as he has seen multiple Ebikes riding hummingbird, plunge etc.
1559 Marolt Open Space Covid/mask education contact 8/27/2020 8:00 AM
Woke up Aubrey Lane at one of the historic camping sites on Marolt with the help of 124 and 125. Aubrey was not a happy camper; although he did move along when asked. Second contact with Aubrey here in two years.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/26/2020 4:15 PM
Contacted Donna Weiss DOL, said she let the dogs off leash going through the “rocky section”. Chatted about dropping the leash vs taking them off the leash. Lectured about wildlife in the area. First contact, VW
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Resource Damage 8/26/2020 3:00 PM
Turned around two people climbing eroded restoration area above BLM lot to reach HCT. Lectured on erosion and switchback cutting; directed to use actual trail to access Hunter Creek Valley.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/26/2020 2:00 PM
Monitored call taken by 76 regarding two men (white, 40s, 50s, long lighter color hair) “completely nude” and “exposing themselves to children” at Penny Hot Springs. Turned out to be just nude visitors not acting unusually or illegally. 76 suggested other places to recreate.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/26/2020 2:00 PM
Posted dog leash sandwich board at the bottom of HCT and stocked leash stations to address recent drop in compliance. Law should be plenty obvious.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/26/2020 2:00 PM
Made 1 mask contact. Moderate compliance on HCT.
8135 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 8/26/2020 1:00 PM
Verbal Warning: MacKenzie Carroll for DOL on Stein Trail. Carroll leashed dog when she saw me and was aware of the reg. I pointed out signage and explained animal safety rationale for leashing. Referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/26/2020 12:15 PM
Contacted Gussie Busch and his medium sized tan dog off leash. Compliant and nice. VW.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/26/2020 12:00 PM
Contacted Joan Bessom of Aspen for her two small dogs off leash. She was acting like she was in a hurry and it was hard to get information after her. I looked her up and she may actually be Joan Tiege. If this is the case, her next contact needs to be a citation. I did not get a phone # and the address she gave me was of a downtown business.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/26/2020 12:00 PM
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/26/2020 11:15 AM
Contacted Cornelia Cardilo of Lewisburg PA for her Black/White Australian cattle dog off leash. She was aware of the regulations. Compliant. VW.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/26/2020 11:00 AM
Contacted Tracy Larner of Aspen for her medium sized black lab off leash. Compliant. First contact. VW
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/26/2020 10:30 AM
Contacted an individual with two DOL at the entrance of Hunter. Let her know the regulations. She was compliant.
1557 City Golf Course Followed-up on issue 8/26/2020 10:15 AM
Red Tagged a bike locked to a tree on the golf course reportedly for two days .
8135 East of Aspen Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/26/2020 10:00 AM
Monitored the Trash Crush event this morning on the EOS trail. Ten people total.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 8/26/2020 8:30 AM
Accepted payment for PA2257 C. Larkam. Refunded PA2169 E. Kaufman late payment (ticket was already submitted and I directed Kaufman to Court).
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 8/26/2020 8:30 AM
Responded to complaint from Gette V. of frequent DOL walker on RGT at Steven’s Street. Scheduled extra patrols for 7:00am timeframe.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Mutual Aid 8/25/2020 2:15 PM
Took abandoned property call for PCSO at Verena Mallory-HCT junction. UTL on an expensive mountain bike.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/25/2020 2:15 PM
Guided two older disoriented hikers from Hunter Creek Rd. back to the trail to their car at the BLM lot. They had followed the road down from the valley and missed the hiking trail.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/25/2020 2:15 PM
Made 4 mask contacts on HCT. Great compliance in general. Some people masked up super quick upon seeing me, so it seems APD/City Ranger efforts in town are working.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/25/2020 2:00 PM
Educational contact with woman I was pretty sure leashed her dog as I stocking the leash station; as I didn’t have a clear view I chose a lecture over warning. Explained moose vs. dog dangers.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 8/25/2020 1:00 PM
Took call from 10. E. Hadi who was cited by 8139 called 10 with questions about warrants and paying a ticket that he “lost.” I believe Hadi crumpled and may have discarded the ticket after being served. I directed Hadi to resolve fine with the Court Clerk, as his PA has been submitted.
8138 Moore Open Space Verbal Warning 8/25/2020 9:00 AM
DoL at Moore, Olivia Easton of Aspen. Friendly.
8135 Public Works Office Mutual Aid 8/24/2020 5:00 PM
Reported a cold property damage accident on gravel trail between CMC Aspen and PW that damaged a tree, sign post, and light fixture. Tire tracks all over and yellow paint left on the crushed sign. 10 responded to investigate and I notified PitCo PW of the damage. 10 and I suspect a yellow piece of heavy equipment caused the damage (initially we thought the CMC ambulance was the culprit, but it didn’t have any damage... would’ve been hilarious).
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 8/24/2020 3:30 PM
Monitored call for a tent under a bridge at N. 8th St. and W. Hallam (possibly Castle Creek Bridge or on City open space). 112 responded. 63 handled a separate homelessness-related call involving a cold assault at the Intercept Lot campground.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 8/24/2020 2:00 PM
Been hiking a biking all the normal spots, URGT, NSNP, Hunter/Smuggler for the last several days, and, they've been significantly more quiet.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 8/24/2020 12:00 PM
Accepted payment for PA 2252 (Soda), PA 2264 (Fons), and PA 2244 (Ralston dba ACC). Submitted PA 2251 (Hadi) to court.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 8/24/2020 9:00 AM
Cleaned up Trash at all the accesses at NSNP, pretty clean for a Monday!
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 8/24/2020 9:00 AM
Coyotes and deer were being active on the meadow. Coyotes were definitely chasing the deer around.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/24/2020 8:45 AM
Two cars (including the broken down Ford Escape) and one person at the hot springs. Cleaned up another diaper...
8135 Glassier Open Space Signage 8/23/2020 5:00 PM
Installed “no night time trail use” icon at Glassier kiosk. Identical icons are also now posted at Filoha and North Star accesses including the beach (double signed).
8135 Wheatley Gulch Patrol/Outreach 8/23/2020 4:30 PM
Extra patrol of Wheatley Gulch and Open Space. Area above the cemetery was clear of camps and litter. Cleaned up beer cans (most of them still full) in woods upstream of Wheatley beach.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/23/2020 4:30 PM
Aces nattie kicked two dogs off the beach this afternoon. They were long gone when I arrived. The natties hung out at Southgate most of the day and it seemed more productive than Wildwood.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 8/23/2020 2:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Jesse Schefferman for tiny DOL on East of Aspen Trail at South Gate. Compliant and polite NYC resident staying long-term in his little place in Aspen. Educated on local regs and referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Educational Contact 8/23/2020 2:15 PM
Contacted and moved along two men and a teen who ran SUPs aground in the channel near JHS. Educated on moose, ground nesting birds, etc. Also contacted two women sitting under a cottonwood off-trail in JHS. Educated on ground nesting birds, moose, social trails, etc. One of the women works for PitCo.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Parking 8/23/2020 2:00 PM
FYI - monitored call for motorist, “Connie,” who had to leave her Ford Escape at Penny Hot Springs until she can get a new key fob.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 8/23/2020 12:00 PM
Accepted payment for PA2258 J. Wood.
8135 Aspen Valley Ranch/Red Canyon Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/23/2020 10:00 AM
Patrolled Red Canyon Trail (public access trail easement on private land; Title 12 applies) for the first time. Trail transitions from crusher fine to single-track as it climbs above Aspen Valley Ranch (an ADA trail parallels toe of the slope - use by permit only). Rode to the BLM boundary where bike trail ends in Arbaney Gulch-like canyon. No bikes allowed in the canyon proper. Hunting access is by private landowner permit. Trail appears to see some hiker traffic and little to no bike traffic (switchbacks are clunky on a bike and I didn’t see any tire tracks). Trail rides like a South Canyon or New Castle trail. Encountered many bones (and bear scar too!) in what looks like promo lion habitat. Cool hidden gem of the WC area.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/23/2020 9:00 AM
9 vehicles and over a dozen people in the hot springs. One Tioga RV (MO: XF4-G4M) appeared to be camped in the lot. Cleaned up plentiful micro-trash (lots of cigs) in dead grass edging the pullout and received thanks for springs-goers. Noted human waste issues near USGS site and patch of trees immediately south of the pullout; elected not to clean up due to COVID concerns.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 8/23/2020 9:00 AM
Contacted and turned around one compliant climber wanting to bring dog down to the river before heading up the gully. I explained dog waste and stream health issue, and he returned the dog to his truck.
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill User conflict 8/22/2020 6:15 PM
Two dog owners reported the other dog attacked their dog . Both dogs on leash . Maybe just close contact due to narrow trail.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/22/2020 5:15 PM
Ben Rissonette of Denver. VERY audible music at the beach. Friendly. Understood regs after an explaination.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/22/2020 4:45 PM
Contacts made from Herron to Skate park.
8138 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail E-bike Contact 8/22/2020 2:30 PM
Family of 4, one child was younger, ebiking down Hunter Creek Cutoff. Judging by how well they were doing and how they were talking to me, they'll never e-mountain bike again. Friendly, but humbled.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/22/2020 1:30 PM
Hung out at South Gate for a while and contacted two different groups with 2 dogs prior to entering. Informed them of dog regs at the preserve.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/22/2020 1:30 PM
Moved along multiple groups lurking at the put-in somewhat beaching. All claimed to be waiting for friends at the sandbar before moving along downstream.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/22/2020 1:00 PM
8136 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 8/22/2020 12:00 PM
Chat with a youngster on a one wheel at Wildwood lane coming from near difficult campground. Explained motorized vehicle regs. The kid was visiting his grandparents and only came a bit down EoA from the east of Wildwood ln. Sent back on the trail rather than road with busy independence pass traffic.
8138 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/22/2020 11:30 AM
Patrolled Lazy Glen "Island". Homeowner near the trail in named Max has said he has seen some "down and out" folks in years past out there, recently followed a group out, who was using the property to do some LARP'ing. I gave Max my card to reach out if there is anything suspicious, however, LARP'ing is likely a approved activity there.
8138 Wheatley Gulch Illegal Camping 8/22/2020 11:00 AM
Likely related to previous camp, found a 5 gallon bucket, a milkjug turned scoop and some laundry near one of the diversion ditches. My guess, it was a setup to do laundry.
1557 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Found resource damage 8/22/2020 11:00 AM
Upper Maroon Creek trail . Leaking ditch causing water to flow down the trail.Put in a short term repair. No mask contacts !
8138 Deer Creek Open Space Trails 8/22/2020 9:00 AM
Walked up to change cards on trail cams at Deer Creek. Turns out, 109 didn't have a key for the trail cams. 8137 brought me a key. 106 doesn't have a key anymore, but 109 does.
8136 Glassier Open Space Signage 8/22/2020 8:30 AM
Pro build is closed on weekend and Basalt Lumber does not have any 30 holers suites for our projects. Overnight parking sign at Glassier must wait for a weekday when probuild reopens.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/21/2020 5:30 PM
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/21/2020 4:00 PM
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/21/2020 12:00 PM
All willing to put on a mask.
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Covid/mask education contact 8/21/2020 10:30 AM
Not many park users. All under 11 yo. No masks.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 8/21/2020 10:00 AM
Served Andrew Ralston a Penalty Assessment for Aspen Cycling Club using an Ebike at their Sky Mountain Park event. I also gave him a written warning for resource protection. See Report.
1557 Rio Grande Trail User conflict 8/21/2020 9:15 AM
An E-biker going too fast... as reported by Hester Long with her DOL Lula . Verbal Warning . UTL biker .MM 34.6
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Parking 8/21/2020 8:30 AM
Pink tagged CO 891-LPS Tacoma with camper near ag access road west of the barn. Suspected could have been camping or associated with ag lessee operations. I looked around but did not see any of the usual workers around LGOS so I tagged it. Later Dan called to explain he worked with Coop at the Farm Collaborative doing photography. He had extra gear so he pulled in further to unload.
8139 Open Space & Trails Fire 8/21/2020 8:00 AM
Spoke with 2220 yesterday He advised extreme fire conditions exist and that we should take caution parking on grass and driving near grass. Walking up to Cora may will probably be safest bet and parking in wider pull outs at North Star
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/21/2020 8:00 AM
I came on duty with reports of campers and litter at the Penny Hot Springs. When I arrived there were dirty diapers, food, beer, cigeretes, marijuana paraphanila and a man sleeping in his truck (White Ford 150 with a topper). His dog was tied up outside. The man unrolled his window and I let him know camping was prohibited at the hot springs. I kept conversation short and did not catch his plates. He mentioned his buddy was camping in the area and seemed to look off north of the springs. After this man left I checked out the area he was glancing and couldn't find anything, although I could smell a strong odor of feces. The hot springs was a mess. Keep your eye out when you patrol the area.
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Covid/mask education contact 8/20/2020 5:45 PM
Several contacts made , all had masks to put on and were compliant when asked .
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/20/2020 4:00 PM
Issued William Zenes a PA for dog in the preserve near South Gate.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/20/2020 4:00 PM
[verbal] WW to Matthew Keating for amplified music at the beach. Cooperative and compliant after explaining wildlife impacts, explained future violations will result in PA
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/20/2020 3:45 PM
All contacts positive and compliant.
1557 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 8/20/2020 12:00 PM
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Double w/other officer 8/20/2020 10:45 AM
Report of ETOH male rolling around on the ground screaming. APD and Aspen Ambi . arrived to help.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Written Warning 8/20/2020 10:30 AM
Written warning to a subaru outback (CO:805-NUV) for parking at the Arbaney/Kittle trailhead to work at RFC.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/20/2020 9:00 AM
All compliant !?!? Wow !
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/19/2020 6:00 PM
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/19/2020 5:30 PM
Report of a large group of teen sitting in a circle talking ; unmasked . Upon contact they were eating and promised to mask up after they were done.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 8/19/2020 4:30 PM
Found a suspicious ziplock bag with a mason jar with some plastic tubing and metal pipe that appeared to have been uncovered by someone at the Beach. Closer inspection lead me to believe it was a bong of some kind. Removed and discarded
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 8/19/2020 4:30 PM
Responded to report of possible wildland fire on RGT @ Mile 33.5 caused by a downed tree. I called it - false alarm spurred by tree on telephone line near Rainbow Lane. Trees have been down on this line for months. Unfounded.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Wildlife 8/19/2020 2:30 PM
Facilitated responsible wildlife viewing moment for 7 visitors in James H. Smith OS of a juvenile cow moose munching willows. Emphasized giving the animals plenty of space and convinced three river users to head back downstream rather than get closer. Captured some great photos of the moose through my binoculars.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Mutual Aid 8/19/2020 2:30 PM
Called in a string of oversized vehicles, mostly semis and one large RV, headed up Indy Pass from North Star Nature Preserve. Turns out CDOT is posted at the closure gate turning around big rigs, so no need to call in oversized at least for today.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Educational Contact 8/19/2020 2:00 PM
Educated two SUPers momentarily stopped in a midstream gravel bar at James H. Smith.
8139 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 8/19/2020 2:00 PM
Did a ride along with Olivia from ACES. Showed her a bit of what we do outside of NSNP and some of the properties OST has around. She’s going to be doing a month with FS at the bells after the Natty season wraps up so she will be around the station
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/19/2020 1:15 PM
Trying to convince people to keep their masks on ...even when not being confronted by Rangers or APD
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/19/2020 12:00 PM
People are putting masks on as soon as they see a Ranger.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 8/19/2020 11:30 AM
Took call from 48 confirming dog regs at Jaffee Park for neighbor Gette V. Took call from Glen M., Eagle County resident along RGT, regarding trail users “shitting on my lawn” - referred to Brett Meredith with RFTA Trails.
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Covid/mask education contact 8/19/2020 11:00 AM
All willing to mask up when asked.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/19/2020 10:45 AM
Contacted Hector Garcia of TX DOL on hunter just above Benedict bridge. Claimed that he let the dog off leash because of the Rocky section and “she was pulling”. Discussed the reason for the leash regulation and offered alternatives to taking the dog completely off leash. First contact, VW
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Everything great 8/19/2020 9:30 AM
Walk through of historic camping area across from Stein park . No camps, no litter.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 8/18/2020 6:00 PM
Assisted a biker who had crashed. Cleaned and dressed a few scrapes. readjusted handle bars and break levers.
1556 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/18/2020 3:45 PM
Lots of folks not wearing masks. Most compliant when contacted.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/18/2020 3:15 PM
It seems too many people have forgotten about Covid 19 .All compliant when asked .
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/18/2020 3:00 PM
Found two dogs running on McLain flats road near raceway by themselves. Got them reunited with their owner on lower Bullwinkle
1559 Rio Grande Park Covid/mask education contact 8/18/2020 2:45 PM
Provided 2 masks
1556 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Covid/mask education contact 8/18/2020 2:00 PM
Highlands mask zone. Got some attitude about things today from a few folks.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 8/18/2020 1:00 PM
Picked up a lot of trash from the beach ...lots of Kleenex and TP in the willows
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/18/2020 1:00 PM
Remarkably quiet
1556 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 8/18/2020 12:45 PM
1557 Marolt Open Space Everything great 8/18/2020 12:00 PM
Walk through of open space found no camps, very little trash, and grass growing in all the previous camp sites.
8139 Sky Mountain Park E-bike Contact 8/18/2020 10:30 AM
Stopped Mike Vaughan riding his ebike up cozyline. Claimed he thought that the restriction was for commuter style ebikes, not mountain bike ones--that's what his friend said. Straightened him out on the regulations and had him ride back down cozyline. Informed him that future violations will result in fine(PA). 2 minutes later ran into GT haha
1557 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Covid/mask education contact 8/18/2020 10:30 AM
8138 Wheatley Gulch Patrol/Outreach 8/18/2020 10:00 AM
Just checking again at camp cleaned up
8135 Wheatley Gulch Illegal Camping 8/17/2020 6:00 PM
Extra patrol of Wheatley Gulch in area of vacated camp. All clear. Area looks great after our cleanup.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 8/17/2020 4:00 PM
Contacted and turned around a man as he exited HWY82 and entered East of Aspen Trail on an ATV-skateboard-combo contraption. Educated on motorized vehicle restrictions and clarified his large, throttle-driven vehicle didn’t qualify as a Class 1 e-bike.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/17/2020 3:30 PM
Provided 7 masks, primarily at skatepark
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 8/17/2020 2:00 PM
Accepted fine payment for Orr PA2253 and Alaman PA2266.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 8/17/2020 11:00 AM
Roger Haneman, DoL near Woody Creek. very friendly.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 8/17/2020 10:45 AM
The fence was broken at South Gate. I propped it back up and emailed
8138 East of Aspen Trail Signage 8/17/2020 10:15 AM
Got a report from Jeff Warner of a sandwich board on trail, no signs, I picked it up
8138 Moore Open Space Verbal Warning 8/17/2020 9:15 AM
Doug Peckham, DoL. Claimed he was on private property, but was clearly in front of the OST property marker on the far side of Moore
8138 Moore Open Space Verbal Warning 8/17/2020 9:15 AM
Amanda Leonard, DoL x4. Friendly, questioned at first the authority of OST rangers and then the authority of the resource regarding the local flora fauna, and that dogs need their space too.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/17/2020 8:15 AM
Three vehicles and three chill visitors at the hot springs. None of the vehicles I was dealing with over the past few days were in the area. Cleaned up small amount of trash and took complaint of human waste near parking area.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/16/2020 4:30 PM
Gersen Moran of GWS, warning for music at the beach
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/16/2020 4:00 PM
Conversation with Raymond Ojay (sp?) regarding the management plan, supervisors, # of rangers, "the sand is inadequate at the beach", it shouldn't be a preserve, it should be flooded to allow sailing, etc.
1559 Rio Grande Park Covid/mask education contact 8/16/2020 3:15 PM
5 masks provided
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/16/2020 3:00 PM
Rafael Alaman Small Grey dog at the Beach NSNP,
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/16/2020 2:45 PM
Zoren Vugic of Chicago, beaching near N. Gate.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 8/16/2020 2:45 PM
CO BDR-J42 vehicle unattended across from stillwater in signed No Parking. mm43
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 8/16/2020 2:45 PM
CO ABX-U49 vehicle unattended across from stillwater in signed No Parking. mm43
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Maintenance 8/16/2020 2:30 PM
A tree fell at South Gate. 8137 helped me to get it out of the way.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/16/2020 2:15 PM
Prevented a couple from Mississippi from walking across the meadow near the beach. Friendly, just wanted some pictures for their social media. Asked me if I wanted to be a part of their snapstory, I declined.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/16/2020 11:45 AM
Slowed down and got attention of two folks taking steps toward river off trail. Waved them back onto path.
8138 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 8/16/2020 11:00 AM
was out at View/deadline junction and talked with many cyclists about e-bikes and trail development. Everyone was happy to be riding.
8135 Wheatley Gulch Illegal Camping 8/16/2020 8:00 AM
Cleaned up trashy campsite in Wheatley Gulch with 8137 and 8140. Keep an eye on this area.
8135 Wheatley Gulch Illegal Camping 8/15/2020 6:30 PM
Stumbled upon an illegal campsite in Wheatley Gulch uphill of the cemetery. 8137 backed me up and we found multiple piles of camp trash scattered in various related sites (near 39.333207°N 106.981305°W). It’s extensive enough that we’ll need to come back. Due to extreme fire danger and the presence of many cigarette butts, I feel this should be a priority.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/15/2020 6:00 PM
Herron park to Rio Grande.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/15/2020 5:30 PM
Pointed Texas male in the correct direction of the beach. He was Unloading picnic gear at Southgate parking area looking to post up at the put-it.
8136 James H. Smith Open Space Educational Contact 8/15/2020 5:15 PM
Contacted two walking bikes through gate at JHS. They did not have locks for the bikes and wanted to stash out of sight. Explained nature preserve regs and fielded questions about wildlife.
8136 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 8/15/2020 5:00 PM
Moved along Chris Kelly hanging on the beach at the far end of JHS. She thought the trail seemed to lead right there. Gave her info on the beach etc.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/15/2020 4:30 PM
Pulled in to Southgate while a group from Texas was walking toward the entrance with paddle boards and two dogs on leash. Stopped them before entering the access point. Not friendly but Compliant.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 8/15/2020 3:00 PM
I found a live trap for mice, open, hidden near North Gate while cleaning up trash
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/15/2020 3:00 PM
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/15/2020 2:30 PM
Made three educational contacts regarding COVID19 mask ordinance (“mask while you pass”).
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/15/2020 2:15 PM
Jake Wood, walking in closed area and preparing to fish, friendly contact.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/15/2020 2:15 PM
Charles Larkam, walking in closed area and preparing to fish, friendly contact.
1557 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Dog waste kudos 8/15/2020 1:30 PM
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/15/2020 12:15 PM
Educational contact with couple on the water at South Gate. The couple had a well-behaved pit-mix leashed on their SUP. I was pretty sure I saw them on shore with the dog, but not enough for PC. I lectured the duo on dog regulations and where to take out downriver.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/15/2020 12:00 PM
Cited Brandy Fons of Austin, TX for bringing a small black dog into North Star Nature Preserve at the beach. Fons tried to hide the dog from me under a hat in her lap while beached on a SUP. Regulation is signed three times at the beach access. I explained dangers of dog-moose conflict even for small-medium sized dogs.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/15/2020 12:00 PM
All contacts positive and compliant.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 8/15/2020 10:45 AM
8135 Crystal Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/15/2020 9:30 AM
Documented Iron Rose staff driving an orange UTV on Crystal Trail; I have no reason to believe they ever stopped using it after our communications with the ranch. Forwarded to Paul and Rick.
8138 Cora May Open Space Illegal Camping 8/15/2020 9:15 AM
Trace Cordsen, of Redstone. He was in a black range rover. Friendly, claimed he didn't see the sign. There was no fire, he was upfront about sleeping there. Written (verbal) Warning
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/15/2020 9:00 AM
Three vehicles at the hot springs; all but one person scattered when I arrived including a camper van (WY: 2T-38144) I had seen yesterday morning. I was unable to contact the van. Spoke with two men regarding trash; one of the men had gathered trash into a pile for me. I packed out a garbage bag of clothes, trashed sandals, and food waste from the riverbank.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Fire 8/15/2020 8:30 AM
Discovered and removed remains of a small campfire at end of social trail that heads uphill from the Perham Creek TH turnaround. Not sure if this is USFS or OST land. Camper van from yesterday is gone.
8135 Glassier Open Space Fire 8/14/2020 6:00 PM
Drove Hooks Spur Rd. checking hillsides, including Glassier OS, for reported wildland fire. UTL.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/14/2020 4:30 PM
Issued Keith Orr a PA for dong on the beach
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/14/2020 4:30 PM
Issued Jared Dempsey of MI a [verbal] WW for audible music within the preserve
1557 Rio Grande Park Covid/mask education contact 8/14/2020 3:30 PM
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/14/2020 2:30 PM
Issued (verbal) written warning to Tony Prikryl of Aspen for carrying tiny dog into NSNP @ South Gate. An older female carried dog into the preserve while I attempted to get her attention in the parking area and then handed the dog to Prikryl. I explained meaning of “dog must stay on watercraft” signage, potential for negative interaction with moose, and strict enforcement policy. Prikoyl was cooperative and immediately brought dog back to his house in town. I later found Prikryl in RM (8138 warned for DOL on HCT); I would’ve cited had I seen a prior contact.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/14/2020 1:15 PM
8135 Castle Creek Road Accident/Rescue 8/14/2020 1:00 PM
Responded to code call for female cyclist with head injury on Castle Creek Rd. not far above Cora May OS. Stood down before arriving on scene after ambulance and deputy made patient contact. Appears cyclist crashed in construction zone.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/14/2020 12:30 PM
Contacted Ariana Gray and her chocolate lab DOL. Gray claimed the dog was just coming back on the trail after swimming- didn’t buy it because I saw the dog walk down to the bridge off leash- educated her on the regs and that once they start down the trail the dog must be leashed even if she is soaking wet. First contact, VW.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Dog off leash - education contact 8/14/2020 12:00 PM
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Ticket Follow-up 8/14/2020 11:30 AM
Spoke with Billy Busch Sr., father of Haley Busch who I cited for bringing a dog into South Gate. I educated Busch Sr. at length on negative consequences of dog vs. moose interactions at North Star and corrected his misunderstanding of Emotional Support Animals (ESA) clarifying that ESA is a housing-related designation that doesn’t exempt an animal from posted restrictions. I ultimately agreed to use my discretion to reduce Haley’s ticket to a written warning, as she had entered the closure only briefly and the family lecture (now including father, son, daughter, and wife) seemed more valuable to local resource protection than a $100 fine.
1557 Rio Grande Trail User conflict 8/14/2020 10:00 AM
Biker conflict between 3 Ebikes and 1 REAL bike. Conflict resolved.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Parking 8/14/2020 9:00 AM
Three vehicles at Penny Hot Springs including an RV with covered windows and a “River Chasers” mural (OH: JCM-5272) and a camper van (WY: 2T-38144). Enough people in the springs to justify recreating over PC for camping. I’ll check back tomorrow to make sure vehicles are gone.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Parking 8/14/2020 8:30 AM
Observed a Mercedes-Benz camper van with a blocked out back window in Perham Creek TH lot (CO: QSO-987); I’ll check back tomorrow to make sure it isn’t camping.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/13/2020 5:00 PM
Responded to NSNP on report from 1556 of large group on beach with amplified music and other trespassing within the preserve. Music was no longer played when I got there. Busy at the beach. Not much social distancing or masks.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/13/2020 5:00 PM
Moved along two youngsters playing in the water at Southgate put-in. Suggested the beach.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/13/2020 5:00 PM
All were willing to mask up upon request.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/13/2020 3:30 PM
Issued Natalie Soda a PA for dogs at the beach/South Gate.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/13/2020 3:30 PM
Issued Ozzy Smith a (verbal) written warning for glass at the beach. He removed it immediately and was cooperative and compliant.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Installed signage 8/13/2020 2:30 PM
Wear Mask and Maintain Distance. signs at most trail heads.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Written Warning 8/13/2020 1:30 PM
Emailed John Wilkinson a written warning for a cold Sky Mountain Park trespass case. John had been identified from a photo taken in May within Sky Mountain Park during the seasonal closure. First Offense, WW.
1556 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Covid/mask education contact 8/13/2020 1:30 PM
Highlands mask zone. We let city know there are no signs up there.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/13/2020 12:30 PM
Took report of the basalt porta potty a mess and without hand sanitizer.
8139 Cozy Point South Parking 8/13/2020 12:30 PM
Pink tagged a black Jeep Cherokee (CO: DHF-749) parked under the cottonwoods just off Brush Creek Trail. There had been some guys adjusting the sprinklers in the field earlier when I rode by but they were in a different vehicle. Left my card for the RO to call me if they were an authorized vehicle but didn’t get a call so I’m thinking this was an illegally parked vehicle.
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Covid/mask education contact 8/13/2020 11:00 AM
Skate park users not compliant at all. Difficult to talk with.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/12/2020 4:45 PM
8135 East of Aspen Trail Accident/Rescue 8/12/2020 4:00 PM
Responded to a bike accident that was called in by 1557 for a 57 yo female who crashed her ebike. Light headed with abrasions to elbow and arm. She denied ambi and I gave her a ride into town.
8139 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 8/12/2020 3:30 PM
Contacted Gracie Brown and her golden DOL. First contact, complaint VW
1556 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Covid/mask education contact 8/12/2020 3:15 PM
Highlands mask zone
8139 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 8/12/2020 3:00 PM
Did a ride along with Katherine from ACES. Chatted about what we do (outside of NSNP) and some of the properties we have.
1556 North Star/James H. Smith Found vandalism 8/12/2020 1:45 PM
Some one had a fire on the beach. No one there but obvious burn area.
1556 North Star/James H. Smith Park use light 8/12/2020 1:30 PM
Contacted couple at South Gate about to head down with sups. Let them know about regulations and also where they were heading. They were camped up pass and informed them of possible closure. They packed up and headed up pass. They were grateful for the info.
1556 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/12/2020 1:30 PM
1556 East Aspen Trail Double w/other officer 8/12/2020 12:00 PM
Tried to help couple with a spare tire issue with8136. Couldn’t resolve. Also has to tell them to stop smoking unless they got in their car. They did but held it out the window. Had a full discussion on what’s happening here right now and why it’s not ok at all.ssschh
1556 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 8/12/2020 12:00 PM
8139 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/12/2020 11:30 AM
Fun family event in filoha searching for river bugs and playing “camouflage”. A male did walk over from the Johnson property and said something to Kristen fromRFC about being “in the boundary”. Not sure what he was referring to, we were on OST property and she tried to explain who she worked for/ that we were on an event but he wasn’t receptive.... figure a crystal river valley resident being a crystal river valley resident
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/12/2020 11:00 AM
I was given a cold call for a speeding Ebiking at mm 33 on the Rio.
1557 City Golf Course Cyclist contact 8/12/2020 11:00 AM
Biker with a DOL VW.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 8/12/2020 10:00 AM
Was tipped off on a one wheeler in SMP on the Cozyline trail. I did not arrive in time to catch the individual.
1556 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/12/2020 10:00 AM
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/12/2020 7:00 AM
Took a call from dispatch about 5 vehicles camped at the Penny Hot Springs. When I arrived there were 4 vans and 3 trucsk that could have spent the night. The Hot Springs was crowded already and it was hard to tell who had stayed the night. I made a couple friendly contacts but received dirty looks and overheard one older couple say "the fascists are back". I am going to see if 2220 will help with these folks.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/11/2020 4:00 PM
Several contacts made all within the zone.
1557 Marolt Open Space Called to scene 8/11/2020 2:15 PM
report of a camper . UTL.
1556 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Covid/mask education contact 8/11/2020 2:00 PM
1556 Marolt Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 8/11/2020 1:30 PM
dol around Marolt on paved trails
8138 Ute Trail Accident/Rescue 8/11/2020 12:30 PM
Responded to a patient with an ankle injury, MRA responded to help carry out. Read report.
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill Litter minimal 8/11/2020 12:15 PM
Walk through of Deer hill found no camps ,minimal trash to pick up. Burlingame side , bootleg trails starting to recover , rain would help.
8138 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Fire 8/11/2020 11:15 AM
reports of smoke in the area on dispatch. none seen.
8138 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Mutual Aid 8/11/2020 11:00 AM
72 had a call about a car on the otherside of the gate. I was in the area, made contact with the party, and let them out of the gate. 72 said there was no ticket, and let them on their way.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/11/2020 10:00 AM
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/11/2020 8:00 AM
4 mask provided
8138 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 8/10/2020 5:15 PM
Had a cyclist flag me down near Park ave on 82 coming into town. He said he was clipped by a car. He didn't want to report to police, and didn't want to give me any of his info.
1556 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Covid/mask education contact 8/10/2020 2:30 PM
Highlands area mask reminder. Very compliant.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/09/2020 6:00 PM
extra patrol from reports of fishing every night around 6, no fishing
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/09/2020 5:30 PM
Made 6 mask educational contacts on HCT and Lani White Trail during my evening patrol requesting people mask up while passing in the tight trail corridor. All had masks and were willing to comply.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/09/2020 5:15 PM
Verbal Warning: Sophia Clay of Aspen for DOL (Aussie, “Charlie”) on Lower HCT. Clay is a new employee of Pitkin County Community Development Dept. I educated her on efforts of Pitkin County OST to prevent conflict between pets and wildlife. Referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 8/09/2020 5:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Elke Donovan of Colorado Springs for DOL (large golden) on Lani White Trail. Dog had clearly just come out of the water. Educated on local regs and on City of Aspen mask order.
8138 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Maintenance 8/09/2020 4:30 PM
Some volcanoes above the switchback need adressed, didn't have paint
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 8/09/2020 2:30 PM
Very few visitor cars at Wildwood Lane from morning until about 1530hrs, per ACES. Majority seemed to be respecting the voluntary closure. South Gate was busy with 15-20 vehicles all afternoon. Water is extremely low even a South Gate and barely floatable without walking for inexperienced paddlers. I spent time at South Gate briefing visitors on rules (including no dogs). Good parking compliance observed along HWY82 and Wildwood Lane.
8138 Brush Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 8/09/2020 2:15 PM
Biker fell off the trail, Ambulance 45 transported to AVH, see report.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/09/2020 12:15 PM
Kristine Bates, of Aspen, DoL Near BLM cutoff
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/09/2020 12:15 PM
Chris Lundgren, of Aspen DoL near BLM cutoff
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/09/2020 12:00 PM
contacted 3 groups of 2 on HCT without masks. All but one group had masks and complied, the last group went back to car to get masks
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/09/2020 12:00 PM
Dan espy, super friendly, leashed before I could reach him, confused about leash zones, got him and group setup with info
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 8/09/2020 11:45 AM
Added leashes to upper hunter kiosk
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/09/2020 11:30 AM
Chris Lundgren of Aspen DoL Near Benedict Bridge
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Written Warning 8/09/2020 11:30 AM
Issued (verbal) written warning to Anna Lynn (16yo out of NJ) and Katherine Recker-Mohn (14yo out of PA) for driving a golf cart on RGT @ MM 24.5. A cyclist had called in a complaint East of Wingo Bridge and I contacted them reentering the trail a mile West. Very nice gals confused about regulations. Stern lecture. Spoke with a guardian, Nancy Keach, by phone and explained the contact and local trail regulations. Passed along ID info to 75 in case of future complaints.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/09/2020 10:30 AM
10 vehicles at Penny Hot Springs. I checked in on two vans with camping gear that I’ve seen before (green minivan and white E-350). Also encountered a man who I saw hitchhiking last night in Carbondale; he likely camped at the hot springs. Cleaned up trash including a Happy Meal scattered around the lot, swim trunks, and human waste on south end of pullout.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Illegal Camping 8/09/2020 10:30 AM
Observed the transient man on a dirt bike that we’ve had past contacts with pulling into the hot springs at about 1030. I had seen him driving the highway below Avocado Gully, so he’s likely found a farther out camp site.
8135 Crystal River Valley Mutual Aid 8/09/2020 10:00 AM
Assisted PCSO with public complaint by giving 75 ownership info and observations of long term camping in Seven Oaks subdivision pullout at the end of Crystal Trail.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/09/2020 10:00 AM
Keegan Amit, of Aspen DoL, just below Lani White
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 8/08/2020 5:15 PM
Pulled into the no parking zone across with hazard lights on behind 3 vehicles half in the road. All drivers were still in the cars and they cleared out. Waved them onward.
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Covid/mask education contact 8/08/2020 5:00 PM
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/08/2020 4:30 PM
Wildwood seemed busy still. "Voluntary Closure" doesn't seem to discourage everyone from going for it. Natties said it was standard double parked all day despite their warnings.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 8/08/2020 4:00 PM
Someone handed me a ‘No Trespassing’ sign they had found that looked to have been ripped off the post. 8137 noticed that the sign on the right hand side of the JHS beach was missing- good chance it came from here. There are more in the sign catalog but didn’t have time to grab one
8136 James H. Smith Open Space Signage 8/08/2020 4:00 PM
The trespassing sign that was handed to 8139 seems to be from the second beach on the JHS peninsula reveg area. I'll check for extra ones in the lockup tomorrow. The other one is damaged.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 8/08/2020 4:00 PM
Reminded group of 6 about float through only regs. Seemed like they may have been beached but were floating by the time I reached them. Elected to educate.
1557 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 8/08/2020 3:00 PM
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 8/08/2020 2:00 PM
Zipped a tree partially blocking Tootsie Roll. Reported somewhere on FB
8139 Jaffee Park Trails 8/08/2020 2:00 PM
Took care of the flooding on Jaffee river trail. Got most the water drained, now just need the mud to dry out and it’ll be back to normal
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/08/2020 12:45 PM
More people are wearing masks but a few forgot.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/08/2020 11:00 AM
1557 Rio Grande Trail User conflict 8/08/2020 9:30 AM
Rental bikers from Aspen bikes , The Jerome parked and blocking the trail completely at Stein falls.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Covid/mask education contact 8/08/2020 9:30 AM
Reminded all to help each other not contract Covid 19 by wearing a mask.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/07/2020 5:30 PM
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 8/07/2020 4:45 PM
CO AEIF92. Jeep Wrangler parked across from stillwater in No Parking zone.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 8/07/2020 4:00 PM
Found owners for two vehicles parked across from takeout in no parking zone. Moved along.
1557 Marolt Open Space Followed-up on issue 8/07/2020 4:00 PM
Reported fence damage near Castle Creek bridge. 1558 and myself put a temporary fix on it.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/07/2020 2:45 PM
More people are becoming compliant.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/07/2020 2:45 PM
Roger Maken of Ft. Lauderdale will not put on a mask for me or anyone else. He left the mandate zone upon request.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 8/07/2020 2:00 PM
Contacted Linda Giess and family sitting on the gravel bar across from South Gate. Chatted about the regs and pointed them to the beach or they wanted a place to hang by the water. VW
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/07/2020 12:15 PM
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Parking issues 8/07/2020 10:30 AM
A construction truck blocking the trail . Removed.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 8/07/2020 8:45 AM
Tandem bicycle with a broken chain , MM34.5 . We walked to my house and repaired it.
8136 Glassier Open Space Counters 8/07/2020 8:30 AM
Set up the bike path trafx after 8136 did some updates.
8139 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Lost and Found 8/07/2020 8:30 AM
A Specialized road bike has been on the bike rack for several days, unlocked. I’ll give it another day before brining it to PCSO
1557 Parks Office Covid/mask education contact 8/06/2020 5:30 PM
Most are unaware the mandate includes the Highlands base area.2 masks given out.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Covid/mask education contact 8/06/2020 3:00 PM
1557 City Golf Course Covid/mask education contact 8/06/2020 1:30 PM
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill Followed-up on issue 8/06/2020 11:45 AM
Removing rocks from Burlingorge trail.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/06/2020 9:30 AM
Contacts made , all compliant .
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/06/2020 9:00 AM
Contacted an individual upset that he could not access Filoha meadows. He was staying at the campground and found Filoha on the map at the park. I explained as best as I could what was going on. It sounded like he may try and go anyway.
8135 Redstone River Parcel Written Warning 8/06/2020 8:30 AM
Contacted Tucker Pearson for parking/camping overnight in his silver Tacoma truck (CO: BAW-K98) on the Redstone River parcel down from the Redstone fire station. Tucker said he did not see the sign when he came in late last night and that the campground was full. I let him know where to camp and asked him to move along. I let him know next one would be a citation. WW.
8136 Cora May Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/06/2020 8:30 AM
Replaced SD card in wildlife cam. Moved the camera slightly to a hopefully more useful location. Seems like it took photos of vehicles going up but not always catching them back down.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/05/2020 5:15 PM
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/05/2020 3:00 PM
8139 Glassier Open Space Signage 8/05/2020 1:30 PM
Put up the public input signs at Hooks spur parking lot, RGT and glassier trail intersection and one at the lowest gate (near the camera) for the upcoming MP planning process
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/05/2020 12:45 PM
All throughout the Zone, Ski area to the river , Aspen to Original.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/05/2020 12:00 PM
All willing to mask up upon request.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Resource Damage 8/05/2020 10:30 AM
OST admin followed up on the road cut below Sky MP on Tom Andersen’s property reported by 8139. It appears to be illegal and is being investigated by Code Enforcement. Allegedly, Andersen is building the road to facilitate his sons snowmobiling on slopes directly adjacent to Sky MP during the winter months. Admin thanks rangers for reporting on this violation.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/05/2020 10:00 AM
8139 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Signage 8/05/2020 9:00 AM
Posted the Voluntary Closure signs (one at the kiosk and one at the end of Ww lane near hwy 82). Turned several groups to south gate while I was putting the signs up
1557 Rio Grande Trail Covid/mask education contact 8/05/2020 9:00 AM
Rio Grande trail between John Denver and Herron.! refusal , 1 claim of Asthma .
8135 Thompson Divide Ranch Preserve Training 8/05/2020 8:00 AM
Led orientation to Thompson Divide Ranch Preserve for 8136.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 8/05/2020 7:00 AM
Checked CFS at Near Aspen gauge when I woke up and found level is at 57.1 CFS below the commercial cutoff. I emailed agency partners and permit holders. 8139 posted closure signage at Wildwood Lane.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/04/2020 7:30 PM
Tim Murtrie of Aspen. Audible music at the beach. Had 3 tables setup. They group was supportive of the contact and immediately took down the tables and turned the music off.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 8/04/2020 6:00 PM
High Mountain Taxi, Heidi Eyestone driver at Wildwood. Friendly contact. Left card on 8135 desk
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/04/2020 5:00 PM
A Great RFC float down the Preserve. We saw a buck, some fawns, a beaver, a muskrat.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/04/2020 5:00 PM
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 8/04/2020 4:00 PM
Accepted Mancilla PA2237 fine payment.
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Covid/mask education contact 8/04/2020 3:00 PM
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/04/2020 1:00 PM
Most people are willing to mask up . One familier One flat out refusal , in Newberry park.
8135 Thompson Creek Open Space Parking 8/04/2020 12:30 PM
Left note on Tesla parked on Thomas Rd. at our restoration area. No public parking on the roadway. I recommended legal areas to park.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/04/2020 12:00 PM
7 vehicles at Penny Hot Springs. Four camper vehicles (UT: V27-6WE, CO: AAR-C42, CO: 771-TYQ, NC: FKA-5523).
8138 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Accident/Rescue 8/04/2020 11:15 AM
49yo patient called into dispatch. I gave responders more specific directions via pitlaw. I made patient contact and helped transfer to ambulance and then transferred bike to AVH
1557 Rio Grande Trail Covid/mask education contact 8/04/2020 10:00 AM
Double up with 1559 in several locations . 2 masks given out.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Covid/mask education contact 8/04/2020 10:00 AM
Most are compliant in the Mall area.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Special Event 8/04/2020 9:30 AM
Joined RFC naturalist day program at Filoha Meadows. Trip included an 84 yo woman who rallied during our hike. Checked Wilden building - all clear.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Accident/Rescue 8/03/2020 5:30 PM
Responded to medical call on East of Aspen Trail requiring traffic control. 62yo women fell on E-bike, struck head, and suffered an apparent seizure. Controlled traffic with 10 and helped medics extricate and load patient.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/03/2020 5:30 PM
Cited Haley Busch for DOL in North Star Nature Preserve at South Gate. Educated others in her group about wading in the river and referred them to areas outside the preserve where they wade and have dog off-leash. Receptive group.
1559 Parks Office Covid/mask education contact 8/03/2020 5:00 PM
27 mask contacts, provided 4
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 8/03/2020 2:00 PM
Saw a bus full of kids unload (CO-653-YHA), made contact with the driver, Oscar, said they were family. I explained that groups do need permits, he doubled down that it was family. I explained that parking a bus at Stillwater creates a hazard and could cause an accident, he saw what I was talking about and moved along. I suspect it is as group of some sort. Blue Bus, one of the former SMV transit buses.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Lost and Found 8/03/2020 1:15 PM
Found a credit card on the first bridge up. Looked like CoA land, dropped it at APD
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Fire 8/03/2020 1:15 PM
Arrived first on scene to reported wildland fire on hillside between McClain Flats Rd. and Upper Bullwinkle Rd. Fire initially appeared to be on open space. I radioed initial size up, encouraged a bystander to use a fire extinguisher, and then provided traffic control closing the road for about two hours. First use of my OST yellow and greens!
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/03/2020 1:00 PM
Rachel Boehler DoL. Friendly, explained why dogs are a wildlife hazard and how crowded Hunter Creek is
8138 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 8/03/2020 12:15 PM
Called in a 3 car accident at truscott place. did a hasty assesment, no airbag deployment and initially all parties claimed no injury. When APD arrived, the middle car party claimed chest pain. I left after ambulance showed up, there was a lot of traffic.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 8/03/2020 10:30 AM
Found 2 paddles near the beach kiosk and a pump near the parking. In lock up. No one was using the beach or the parking at the time
8135 Castle Creek Trail Mutual Aid 8/03/2020 10:00 AM
Took a “basketball sized” rock in the road call for C1. Removed a mini-fridge sized rock that had fallen into the lane from the Castle Creek Trail retaining wall.
8135 Cora May Open Space Written Warning 8/03/2020 10:00 AM
Issued written (verbal) warning to Micah Sherman Paysinger for camping on Cora May OS parcel. Paysinger was initially argumentative due to a past negative interaction he had with a ranger in Flagstaff, but became polite during our conversation. I explained fire danger and resource protection rationale for camping regulations on open space and USFS in Castle Creek Valley. Paysinger works at the Hyatt in Aspen and didn’t want to pay for “expensive” housing. I pointed out the boundary sign, which Paysinger had read, and noted that the “no camping” sign had been vandalized. Boundary sign indicates visitors must be aware of and comply with OST regs. I settled on a warning as Paysinger was cooperative and didn’t have a campfire or litter on site.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 8/03/2020 8:00 AM
River flows are back up to 66 CFS (Grizzly Reservoir is really putting us through the wringer...). Emailed staff and outfitters. Cached signs at Wildwood.
8138 Administration Counters 8/02/2020 6:00 PM
Counter collection finished.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 8/02/2020 6:00 PM
Issued written (verbal) warning for DOL x 3 on Jaffee liaison trail and off-trail below RGT. It’s been some years since Mottier has been contacted, but she has a previous warning and understands next violation will result in a fine.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 8/02/2020 6:00 PM
Reported sound of target shooting in area of Stevens Street to 72.
8138 Owl Creek Trail E-bike Contact 8/02/2020 5:30 PM
Santa Karater of Miami. Verbal warning. She was on an electric scooter. She was visibly pregnant and stated such. I let her ride to her car at Tom Blake trailhead, to stay out of traffic.
1559 Parks Office Covid/mask education contact 8/02/2020 5:00 PM
73 mask contacts
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 8/02/2020 2:30 PM
Issued parking ticket (P7413) to black Subaru Forester (CO: QUI-709) parked in posted “no parking” area near Mile 43.0. Owner couldn’t be found in the Stillwater area.
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 8/02/2020 11:00 AM
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 8/02/2020 10:00 AM
Contacted and issued verbal (written) warning to James Michael Stacey for camping next to RGT in area of Steven’s Street (found on report from 2220). New in town originally from Cottontown, Tennessee. I explained sanctioned SOS campground is for screened locals only and referred to Pitkin day shelter and Catholic Family Charities in GWS. Forwarded ID to 115 and 63.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 8/02/2020 10:00 AM
Went searching for signage for low flow. Turns out, signs were at repro and haven't been printed, miscommunication.
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Campsite found/evicted 8/02/2020 9:45 AM
2nd unit for 8135 on camp contact on Rio, across from Intercept
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Mutual Aid 8/02/2020 9:00 AM
Signed on, 71 asked if I could pickup a bike on lower river road, near old snowmass conoco. The bike was from a non bike related medical not on open space. returned bike to AVH
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 8/02/2020 8:00 AM
Came on early to implement Low Water Closure @ Wildwood starting today. Flows dropped precipitously to 32.6 CFS so fast we thought the gauge was broken (seems trans-mountain diversion began again). Closure is mandatory for commercial outfitters and voluntary for the public. Noticed outfitters and partner agencies. Posted temporary signs at Wildwood, as new signs were never printed as Repro dropped the ball - JY is on it for tomorrow. Commercial ops still OK from South Gate down.
1559 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 8/02/2020 8:00 AM
Parks crew had collected a boat from Glory Hole on early rounds. I took call from 143 to return homemade boat to owner.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 8/01/2020 5:30 PM
Several contacts made all compliant.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 8/01/2020 3:00 PM
Cited (P7408) vehicle (CO: VBS5715) parking in posted "no parking" area at MM 43.0 across from stillwater. Owner couldn't be located in the area.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 8/01/2020 3:00 PM
Cited (P7409) vehicle (CO: BFR-A20) parking in posted "no parking" area at MM 43.0 across from stillwater. Owner couldn't be located in the area.
1557 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Covid/mask education contact 8/01/2020 2:45 PM
8138 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Maintenance 8/01/2020 2:30 PM
Marked Volcanoes per a call to dispatch, near RFC underpass
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/01/2020 12:30 PM
responded to a medical on the Rio with 1557 and 8139. 53 yo female fell off her Ebike over the edge at mm 38. She sustained only minor abrasions but could not get up. Aspen Ambi got her up on a line without a fire response. Very busy on the trail while this was going on. Rangers closed off the trail while extracting the individual.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/01/2020 11:30 AM
Responded to a medical with 1557 on the Rio at mm 36. 18 yo m fell off Ebike. 1557 was first on scene and did an assessment before the ambulance arrived. 1557 and myself then worked on crowd control. Patient transported to AVH.
8138 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 8/01/2020 11:15 AM
Moved along a female with a small dog about to enter the springs
1557 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 8/01/2020 11:00 AM
Report of a bicycle accident MM 36 . Upon arrival ; 18 yo male conscious and breathing, ANOx4, no LOC . CC Bridge of nose vs. handlebar . laceration on nose , multiple scrapes and cuts. 71 on location, Aspen ambi transport.
8138 Wilden Property Resource Damage 8/01/2020 10:00 AM
Ive got a few pictures of the ATV path next to the wilden house. It looks like it's being used more than maintenance....
8136 Cora May Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/31/2020 5:00 PM
Wildlife cam set up approx 100yards up from the start of 2 track. Aspen tree on the left.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 7/31/2020 5:00 PM
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/31/2020 3:30 PM
Contacted a group of teens about to take a dog in at southgate with a canoe. They did not want to put in at wildwood because it was too shallow. They were upset they could not bring in their dog from there but were compliant and left.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 7/31/2020 2:45 PM
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/31/2020 2:30 PM
Contacted Alex Willkie of Aspen with her doodle off leash. She knew the regulations. First contact. VW.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 7/31/2020 2:00 PM
Contacted 6 folks without masks. Let them know the regulations.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 7/31/2020 1:30 PM
Contacted Charles Draper of Texas with two dogs off leash on EOA near southgate. Charles was looking for a place to bring his dogs down to the river. I educated him on the preserve and where to go. First contact. Verbal Warning.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 7/31/2020 12:45 PM
Most people not wearing masks due to eating .
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 7/31/2020 10:30 AM
Relocated the 'no access' sign from the beach near the beaver dam, and fixed the sign that had been knocked over from across from JHS trail. Hopefully there are now enough signs in the North Star Sign Preserve to keep people compliant...or something.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 7/31/2020 10:30 AM
8136 helped me removing a large pile of human waste + entire roll of TP from South Gate (next to the water). Will do an early morning patrol to see if there are overnight campers....HAPPY WORLD RANGER DAY TO US!
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 7/31/2020 10:15 AM
Low compliance until people understand why I am talking to people without masks on .
8136 Cora May Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/31/2020 9:00 AM
Went to CM to install wildlife cam to monitor for overnight camping. A local was up there hiking so I decided to wait to post camera until later. Good convo with the hiker about preserving this parcel.
1557 Rio Grande Park Covid/mask education contact 7/31/2020 9:00 AM
Reminding people of the new mask mandate. All compliant when reminded.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/31/2020 8:30 AM
Looked like up to 4 vehicles may have been camped over night at the springs. All of them said they had just gotten there but it did not look like it. Also multiple campers parked off of 133.
1557 Willoughby/Lift 1A Park Followed-up on issue 7/30/2020 5:45 PM
Reports of people climbing on the old lift in the park. No one climbing but a group of teen aged kids were at the park .
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Helmet education 7/30/2020 4:00 PM
Request by a Mom to speak with her children about the importance of wearing a bike helmet .
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/30/2020 4:00 PM
Contacted Jennifer Vanloh and her white lab DOL just before the upper kiosk. Educated about wildlife in area and to wait to let the dog off the leash until she is all the way past the sign, "I just let him off" 100 yards before the sign. Chatted about moose in the area and FS regulations. First contact VW
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 7/30/2020 4:00 PM
Had 2x close calls with dogs getting out of the water and being off leash, wasn't able to 100% confirm that they were on trail vs still playing. So left them as educational contacts, explained regulation rationale-- narrow trail corridor, wildlife, busy trail.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Resource Damage 7/30/2020 1:00 PM
Investigated a report of a road being built near Anderson's property "coming onto open space". Determined it was on private property but 8136 and I weren't sure if they needed a permit or what the purpose of the road is...sent an email with photos to TOb
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 7/30/2020 12:15 PM
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 7/30/2020 12:15 PM
Replace the no bike riding on the mall . Contact made with 2.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/30/2020 12:00 PM
Responded to a Ebike accident at mm 40.5 with 8139, APD, and Aspen Ambi. 20's Female with a foot injury.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 7/30/2020 11:00 AM
Mask compliance very low . Most do not want to talk about the mandate starting tomorrow.
1557 Rio Grande Park Covid/mask education contact 7/30/2020 9:45 AM
Reminding people of the mask mandate that begins tomorrow at 06:00 .
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Litter moderate 7/30/2020 9:15 AM
Picked up quite a bit of trash by the river . Beer cans and food containers.
8139 East of Aspen Trail Fire 7/30/2020 8:45 AM
Got another call about the fire spot on the EOA. I moved the charred logs off the trail and naturalized the trail better &removed the ash/marking from the trail.
1557 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Covid/mask education contact 7/29/2020 5:30 PM
1559 Parks Office Covid/mask education contact 7/29/2020 4:30 PM
Parks Mask mandate meeting
1559 Meadows Open Space Issued verbal warning 7/29/2020 4:15 PM
Contacted Nasin Giles with two dogs off-leash.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/29/2020 4:00 PM
Delivered some tastee treats to the Natties. They were very stoked by the gesture ! Told them that they were killing it!
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/29/2020 3:30 PM
Issued a [verbal] WW to Makenzie Kalinna at the beach for amplified music within the preserve. It was fairly low so I issued a WW instead of a PA. First contact, compliant and understanding of rationale
8135 Gold Butte Open Space Trails 7/29/2020 3:30 PM
Did a walkthrough of Gold Butte climbing area. Several of the rock steps leading up to the first crag are loose and eroded with exposed rebar. Sign on the way in is faded to the point of being illegible. Reported to Ted.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/29/2020 3:00 PM
Issued Ed Hadi a PA for walking in a closure with a dog. He and another male had exited the river and were walking across the meadow when I saw them. See report for full rundown
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 7/29/2020 2:30 PM
Submitted Harrison PA2236 (dba Aspen Whitewater Rafting LLC) to court.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 7/29/2020 1:00 PM
Followed up on complaint given to 21 regarding human waste/indecent exposure at South Gate. Appears someone left waste and TP in the bushes.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 7/29/2020 1:00 PM
Followed-up on city right-of-way encroachment issues on Hyman Ave
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Covid/mask education contact 7/29/2020 12:30 PM
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking Ticket 7/29/2020 12:30 PM
Cited (P7412) vehicle (CO: 719-MFO) parked in posted “no parking” area at MM 43.0 across from Stillwater. Owner couldn’t be located in the area.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 7/29/2020 11:00 AM
Assisted in returning elderly lost dog to owner in Jaffee Park.
1557 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Issued verbal warning 7/29/2020 10:15 AM
Contact made with Co. AMK 662 . for driving 4 blocks on W. Hopkins.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 7/29/2020 10:00 AM
Spent a bit of time hanging out in SMP chatting with people. Many were “surprised” to see a ranger and had lots of questions. No ebikes though....
8135 Red Wind Point Closed Area 7/29/2020 9:30 AM
Checked access to upper RWP mesa- no sign of trespass since last rainfall.
1559 ABC/BurlingameTrail Weeds-discovered/removed 7/29/2020 9:30 AM
Parks weed removal day!
8135 Penny Hot Springs Illegal Camping 7/29/2020 9:00 AM
11 vehicles at the hot springs. Contacted two men in an RV (CA: 2EWN484; FYI - I noticed a weapon just inside the door) to educate them on camping regs. Fielded questions from one visitor regarding County management plan process. Noticed bicycle with trailer and white/green tent in woods on USFS land downstream of hot springs in Avocado Gully; reported to 2220.
8135 Crystal Trail Trails 7/29/2020 8:00 AM
Flooding issue at Mile 3.5 Crystal Trail appears to have been resolved. Removed caution cones and stored in 109.
1557 Marolt Open Space Called to scene 7/28/2020 6:30 PM
Asked by passerby to check on yelling from down on Burgman trail , Two men loudly discussing politics.
1559 Snyder Park User conflict 7/28/2020 6:00 PM
Snyder Trail homeowner Robin Fahy filed a complaint with sheriff about dog issues on the trail. Will have have city rangers up patrols through area.
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Called to scene 7/28/2020 4:30 PM
Took call from dispatch via 8137, for two hikers lost off trail on Ute Trail. Hikers eventually self rescued after some guidance.
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Found resource damage 7/28/2020 4:30 PM
Finished work on Maroon creek trail below Iselin field and removed the tools stashed in the area.
8135 Administration Maintenance 7/28/2020 3:30 PM
106 is serviced and returned to the Ranger Station. I believe Ted is gone for up to 3 weeks, so 106 is available for ranger use (just remember it currently lacks an AED, caution vest, and Bear OC).
8138 Bull Pen Lot Commercial Permit Check 7/28/2020 2:45 PM
Made contact with Drew Hays of Mountain School. He had approx 20 youth riding. Sent his email to Janet.
8135 Administration Maintenance 7/28/2020 2:00 PM
Deep cleaned/sanitized the office and organized supply shelf. See labels.
8138 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 7/28/2020 1:30 PM
Lower use. Did a full patrol, and made little contacts. Penny was quiet on my way up and only slightly more busy on my way down
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/28/2020 1:15 PM
Mini medical near Stein Falls. Witness a father and son wipeout on Ebikes. Kid was trying to look over his shoulder and swerved into dad. Very small abrasion on 7yo males left knee. He felt better after I washed and threw a bandaid on it.
1557 City Golf Course Called to scene 7/28/2020 11:15 AM
Reports of bikes on the course . Found tire tracks but no bikes. Will spend a bit more time in the area.
1556 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Dog off leash - education contact 7/28/2020 11:00 AM
8138 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/28/2020 11:00 AM
Took a call from Basil, the day before he had tried to call dispatch, and we played phone tag. I sent his information to Brian Long, the trail he was concerned with was Old Stage Trail
1556 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Dog off leash - education contact 7/28/2020 10:30 AM
1559 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 7/28/2020 10:30 AM
Repaired broken tailgate handle on parks vehicle.
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Covid/mask education contact 7/28/2020 10:00 AM
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 7/28/2020 9:30 AM
Cleaned up small amount of trash at river accesses. Many appreciative comments from morning hikers.
8138 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 7/28/2020 9:00 AM
Met Brian who said he was the Lawyer for American Whitewater, he loves our trail system at Sky Mountain
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Found resource damage 7/28/2020 8:30 AM
Fixed broken fence post on Lower Cem Ln trail with trails crew.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Found resource damage 7/28/2020 8:30 AM
Fixed broken fence post on Lower Cem Ln trail with trails crew.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Found resource damage 7/28/2020 8:30 AM
Repaired fence post with trails crew after it was damaged from winter maintenance
8135 Public Works Office Special Event 7/27/2020 2:00 PM
109 has arrived! Please meet with me for intro to operating the light bar. The spare key is on the rack. No hide-a-key as of now. Toolbox and other equipment is/will be on order.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 7/27/2020 11:00 AM
Attended emergency meeting w/RFTA, OST, HHS, APD, Public Works, City of Aspen, and PCSO regarding the Safe Outdoor Space (SOS) sanctioned campground in the Intercept Lot. SOS has 21-22 residents (with a another 10-20 camped outside the perimeter). 98% of residents have been vetted as local transient individuals. APD and OST rangers have seen a reduction in homelessness-related calls. PCSO recorded over 40 calls for service to the SOS since March including a vehicle fire and fights. Tentative plan is to close SOS when the night shelter opens on Dec. 1st.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 7/27/2020 8:00 AM
Accepted fine payment from Sharman PA2249.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 7/26/2020 6:00 PM
8137 took an after hours EMS call while driving his motorcycle home. Injured cyclist at Woody Creek Tavern. Treated and released for POV transport to AVH.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 7/26/2020 5:15 PM
Ben Weinberg. Glass at the beach, witness reaching into cooler to pull out glass bottle. Asked him to put bottle away and take cooler to car. Complied
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/26/2020 5:00 PM
Daniel Sharman, Dog at the Beach. Called into 8135 by ACES naturalists. Same party as Bailey
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/26/2020 5:00 PM
Cory Bailey, Dog at the beach. Called into 8135 by ACES naturalists, same party as Sharman
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/26/2020 5:00 PM
Related to 8140’s contact at the beach. Issued a (Verbal) Written Warning to Tara’s Zukauskas of Fairplay, CO/Illinois for dog in the nature preserve. Violation was reported by ACES and I elected not to ticket, as I didn’t observe it directly. I contacted Zukauskas at his vehicle with the dog inside and lectured on wildlife rationale for regulation.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 7/26/2020 5:00 PM
Took call for 70 regarding questions about North Star Nature Preserve. Sabrina V. of Aspen Alps wanted to know if she could drop off a condo resident at South Gate as part of his trip with permitted Aspen Paragliding. I gather that Aspen Paragliding is not offering shuttle services this year due to COVID19. I gave Aspen Alps permission to drop off their client, as it will have minimal impact, doesn’t pertain to ongoing river recreation, and falls under an existing permit.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 7/26/2020 4:00 PM
Lectured “Katy,” Blazing Adventures shuttle driver about parking in Wildwood Lane fire lane during prolonged unload. Katy did it at direction of an ACES natty, so I just educated. Lectured ACES natty on importance of keeping loading zone clear, never allowing parking in the fire lane, and never explicitly endorsing visitors double parking/leaving keys in parking area.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/26/2020 3:30 PM
Issued verbal (written) warning to Gabor Ferenczi (dba Aspen Adventure Co./Aspen Boat Tours) for parking in fire lane at Wildwood Lane for prolonged period of time and offering logistical support to more than 6 clients (unclear number over 6 in a combination of shuttle van and a POV with Aspen Bike rented SUPs - possibly as many as 14 per ACES Naturalist Katherine Laverman). I observed Ferenczi shuttle the driver and several dry bags from a private rental van with a half dozen Italian tourists back to Wildwood Lane putting him over the limit (Ferenczi acknowledges ownership of 5 additional watercraft). I had previously warned the driver of the rented van for obstructing traffic at Mile 43.0. I warned Ferenczi that poor outfitter behavior will result in stricter regulation and permitting at the nature preserve. ACES had complained about Ferenczi’s behavior and I later determined they’d also witnessed him shuttle the driver of the van back to the put-in.
8138 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Signage 7/26/2020 3:00 PM
Bollard near Holland Hills was broken, emailed Bill and Ted
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Mutual Aid 7/26/2020 12:30 PM
Took bear call for 10 near Grace-Shehi Bike Park. I patrolled area and saw no bear. Sounded like a “bear being a bear” in the woods.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/26/2020 12:30 PM
Only 1 Nattie until about 1300 today. Helped her out until the second one showed up. Busy day up there.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 7/26/2020 12:30 PM
The Nattie told me Aspen Adventure Company caused a bit of hassle at Wildwood. Parked in the fire lane for. 30+ minutes, had 6 people shuttled and another 6 following. All 12 out on at the same time. The shuttle driver also went with two more people to drop a car at the takeout. Nattie thought all together the driver likely shuttled 8 people from the group.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/26/2020 11:30 AM
Spoke with the lemonade stand gal after another call from Gette. Explained that with current health orders it would be best to hold off on small businesses on the Rio. I also spoke with Gette and gave her my contact info for future concerns. She was very pleased to hear from us.
8135 Crystal Trail Trails 7/26/2020 11:30 AM
Documented persistent flooding issue on Crystal Trail at Mile 3.5 and out out warning cones as water is in low point of trail. A very opinionated cyclist wanted me to know we had to “build a wall” to contain the water and wouldn’t listen to my explanation about the ditch overflowing. Emailed the crew.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 7/26/2020 11:00 AM
20 cars and over two dozen people at the hot springs. Lot filled to capacity. Made contact with owners of 6 dogs and educated on posted “no dog” regulation. Explained public health issues posed by dog waste in river. Fielded questions about USGS station.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Patrol/Outreach 7/26/2020 11:00 AM
FYI I saw “tricycle man” talking to a woman at Mile 57.0 HWY133. He now rides a fat tire dirt bike with a trailer.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 7/26/2020 8:00 AM
Monitored Snowmass 50. See report.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 7/25/2020 5:15 PM
Having the conservation with groups of people . Handed out masks to those who would accept one.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 7/25/2020 2:30 PM
moved a sign in NSNP with 8139 downstream to a beach common with violations
8138 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Mutual Aid 7/25/2020 1:30 PM
Got a call from dispatch about a dog that was lost on Sunnyside, called the RP and the dog had been found
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 7/25/2020 1:30 PM
Handed out lots of masks , mostly to visitors.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 7/25/2020 1:00 PM
Emailed Ted regarding visibility of bollards at crossings.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 7/25/2020 1:00 PM
Contacted at least 20 people who were not wearing masks and explained the county regulations.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/25/2020 12:30 PM
Took three different complaints about people not wearing masks on Hunter Creek trail.
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill Found resource damage 7/25/2020 10:30 AM
Took a report of rocks on the Burlingourge trail from a hiker . Removed quite a few mid sized rocks , some of which were creating hazards.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 7/25/2020 9:00 AM
Contacted two individuals in the hot springs about their two dogs off leash at the springs. I asked them to leave their dogs at home or in the vehicle and explained the reasoning behind the regulation. Super nice and understanding. Big crowd at the hotsprings this morning. Around 20 down at the springs.
8135 Redstone River Parcel Written Warning 7/25/2020 9:00 AM
Contacted Michael Day of Alma Co. in the Redstone River Parcel below station 82. He was camped in his white camper van (CO:DHB-829) with his girlfriend. They came in late last night and claimed not to have seen the camping sign. Good talk on where to camp. I let him know next interaction would be a citation. verbal WW.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/24/2020 1:30 PM
Written warning to a black Acura MDX (MO:LDO-F3K) for parking in the 10 minute unload zone at Stillwater bridge. WW.
1557 Rio Grande Park Covid/mask education contact 7/24/2020 12:00 PM
1557 Rio Grande Park Cyclist contact 7/24/2020 12:00 PM
E bikers riding too fast and well beyond their ability. V W .
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/24/2020 11:30 AM
Cleaned up a fair amount of trash at Stillwater bridge.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 7/24/2020 10:45 AM
Reminding bikers to walk through the mall.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 7/24/2020 10:45 AM
Discussing with several people the importance of wearing masks.
8139 Open Space & Trails Signage 7/23/2020 4:30 PM
Pulled the “let it slide” signs from smuggler, HCT, and arbaney kittle per GT’s instruction
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/23/2020 2:30 PM
Contacted Alessandra Grendene and her chocolate lab Orso DOL. first contact, educated about wildlife and leash regs. VW
8136 Sky Mountain Park E-bike Contact 7/23/2020 11:45 AM
8138 texted a report of an Ebike at the top of airline. I responded from Viewline. UTL.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 7/23/2020 11:45 AM
While waiting for Ebike on cozy, a biker reported a man with two dogs Heading toward Cozyline from brush creek. I biked down and saw him leaving the kiosk at the TH. Must have read the dog reg sign and decided to turn back!
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 7/22/2020 11:00 AM
Meet with 8136, 02, and Gary to discuss parking enforcement along HWY82 at North Star Nature Preserve. I will send out a memo explaining the enforcement process soon.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 7/22/2020 8:00 AM
Accepted fine payment from Stapleton PA2238.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/21/2020 5:30 PM
Motorized scooter tagged at bike rack at Stillwater,
8138 Administration Signage 7/21/2020 4:00 PM
Received sign from 1559, sandwich board was not ours
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/21/2020 2:30 PM
Dog in the preserve. Wendy Stapleton.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/21/2020 2:30 PM
Beaching river left, Wendy Stapleton. Near JHS
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail User conflict 7/21/2020 1:00 PM
Contact made with 2 men , 1 pedestrian wandering all over the trail , 1 biker going to fast. They both agreed to be more respectful of each other.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/21/2020 11:45 AM
Zarda JAblin of Aspen, DoL, friendly, and compliant afterwards. Worried she was breaking the law, and that she got bad advice from another hiker.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/21/2020 11:00 AM
Non compliant and obstinate, Katie Howard. Approx 30 yo 5’5”. Wouldn’t give Id info. Dol, brown curly hair medium sized dog
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/21/2020 11:00 AM
Non compliant and obstinate, Katie Howard. Approx 30 yo 5’5”. Wouldn’t give Id info. Dol, brown curly hair medium sized dog
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 7/21/2020 11:00 AM
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Covid/mask education contact 7/21/2020 10:00 AM
Handing out masks to bikers heading down to Woody Creek Tavern !
8138 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/20/2020 7:00 PM
Did the RFC Filoha firefly walk. We saw some orchids, the fireflies were barely present. Saw the comet. Lots of teens and kids on the tour. While they were looking at macros in the river, I tracked a bear that stayed about 200 yards from the group right at dusk. I kept the group close together after that point.
8138 Redstone Park Signage 7/20/2020 6:30 PM
I put the brochures for public opinion on the sign at Redstone park. I used putty to put the holder on, if you are up there, check to make sure it still sticking
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/20/2020 5:00 PM
FYI - I noticed the “tricycle man” is back in the CRV (60yo tall white male, white beard, wears camouflage or olive green). I saw him riding a fat-tire dirt bike with two “need food” signs on it up HWY133 and 8136 saw him eyeballing our new regulatory signs at Penny Hot Springs at approx. 1600. Be cautious and do not contact this person without law enforcement. Per 2220, the individual is dangerous, a possible sex offender, and uses a false ID that comes back to a deceased person. I notified 2220 as the person left a trashed campsite last year on forest land.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 7/20/2020 4:30 PM
Put a ride safely/ebike sign at raceway/RGT on the upvalley side
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 7/20/2020 4:30 PM
Put a ride safely/ebike sign at woody creek access
8138 Stein Park (AVLT) Whitewater 7/20/2020 3:15 PM
Responded to a wrapped "boat" (inflatable). 79 was there before me and cleared before I made it there. everyone had self rescued.
8138 Sheriff's Office Lost and Found 7/20/2020 2:45 PM
Dropped off the teal bike found a Jaffee Park to the SO
8138 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 7/20/2020 2:15 PM
Responded to dispatch to a bike v bike accident cooper/park ave. Aspen ambulance transported 1 to AVH
8135 Thompson Divide Ranch Preserve Meeting/Planning 7/20/2020 1:00 PM
Toured Thompson Divide Ranch Preserve with Dale and crew. Typed up property briefing for ranger crew. Property is currently closed to the public by order of the BOCC.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/20/2020 1:00 PM
received a call regarding 3 cars parked at stillwater. I moved them along.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Ticket Follow-up 7/20/2020 11:00 AM
Had long phone conversation with Peter Casson, owner of 5 Star Limo, regarding the ticket he was issued and complaints about staff treatment. See report.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Ticket Follow-up 7/20/2020 11:00 AM
Accepted payment for Casson/Polhamus PA2174 and Friedman PA2219.
8135 Roaring Fork River Whitewater 7/20/2020 9:30 AM
Scotty Gibsone called to thank 8140 for alerting him to the large downed tree in the Roaring Fork River.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/20/2020 8:30 AM
Removed wildlife camera set at Glassier Homestead.
8135 Jaffee Park Lost and Found 7/19/2020 5:00 PM
Put a white bucket containing dog food, dog bowls, and pet Rx pills in the office as lost & found. Items appeared to have been left in Jaffee Park overnight. Address on pills is out of Idaho and bucket has the name “Dixie” written on it.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Accident/Rescue 7/19/2020 4:00 PM
Responded to injured party, 54yo female with possible fractured left ankle, about 1.5 miles up Smuggler Mtn. Did my best to do patient assessment in Spanish and helped Command 91 arrange for patient to be released to friend with POV at Smuggler base area for transport to hospital.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 7/19/2020 4:00 PM
Took call from 10 regarding SAR resulting from a man crashing an electric dirt bike at the top of Sunnyside Trail. I informed 10 that Sunnyside is a USFS trail and strictly non-motorized so far as I know. 10 wanted us to know in case it was an OST violation, which I appreciated! A mountain biker later stopped me outside the ranger station and provided photos of the wreck, which I forwarded to 2220 and 10.
8138 Owl Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/19/2020 3:30 PM
Watched a man on ebike blow the stop sign crossing owl creek road. He hadn’t looked for traffic, made contact at the summit.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/19/2020 2:00 PM
Andrew Mancilla of Brooklyn was carrying a Dachsund "Larry David" at South Gate. Friendly but didn't agree with the ticket and the rule.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 7/19/2020 12:00 PM
Oversized camper has been removed from Jaffee Park.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Verbal Warning 7/19/2020 11:30 AM
Verbal Warning: Tim and Richard “Ricky” Tucker for parking van (CA: TGTILDE) below Lazy Glen TH to access fishing area. Signage could be more clear, so I checked fishing licenses and had them move their vehicle to a legal parking spot. Issue called in by 8137.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/19/2020 11:00 AM
Contacted 2 groups readying to launch at the beach, sent them to South Gate
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 7/19/2020 11:00 AM
Patrolled rim of Mills OS again after seeing man entering the bushes. Seems like there’s about the same amount of trash and human waste as before - gross. Sent email to HHS asking for info on operation of sanctioned campground given its recent growth. 115 says the camp is capped at 20 occupants.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 7/18/2020 7:00 PM
The new [large] NO DOGs sign at the beach seems to be working. If we are going to be Zero Tolerance with dogs, it might be worth it to put a larger No Dog sign at South Gate as well. I stood there for 20 mins today and couple people start to enter, talked to me and decide to go else where. Just a thought....
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Followed-up on issue 7/18/2020 5:30 PM
Responded to the park after receiving complaints of 3 men smoking pot in plain sight . They were not smoking upon my arrival and leaving the park.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/18/2020 4:30 PM
Used my last two pink tags to very visibly tag two vehicles parked in the “no parking” zone across from Stillwater to hopefully help send a message. Lectured and moved along several drivers from illegal parking spaces.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/18/2020 4:15 PM
John Polhamus for Aspen 5 Star Limo received a PA for operating without a permit. Shuttling paddleboard and clients at stillwater bridge.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/18/2020 4:00 PM
Katie Tiernan, her kids were swimming at the beach and on the shore across from the beach. Warning about not being on the wrong side and staying on the beach. She claimed that her child gave her directions to the beach because he had been there with the Snowmass Club camp.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/18/2020 3:45 PM
Russ Morgan, Music at the beach. easy contact
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 7/18/2020 3:45 PM
While getting ready to radio OST rangers to let them know I was at beach, the bluetooth dongle went for a swim. I retrieved, it turned back on.
8135 Moore Open Space Educational Contact 7/18/2020 3:45 PM
Educational contact with female visitor with DOL at entrance to Moore Open Space. Lectured on wildlife protection.
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Written Warning 7/18/2020 3:15 PM
Lauren Paulson, beaching at JHS. Wasn't fully beached, friendly, had conversation about the wildlife that call JHS home
8138 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Commercial Permit Check 7/18/2020 2:30 PM
Made contact with 5 star limo driver, gave ID to FPO. Told the driver that we had already warned them.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 7/18/2020 2:30 PM
Pink tagged oversized camper truck in Jaffee Park for a second time. Public complaint about this vehicle was referred to PCSO 21.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 7/18/2020 2:00 PM
Patrolled Mills Rim - clear except for human waste. Intercept Lot “campground” appears to have doubled in size since I was here last. I’d estimate it at over two dozen residents. Documented abandoned camp trash on City’s Aspen-Mass property at 39.256301°N 106.884202°W. Reported to 1558/9.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/18/2020 1:45 PM
Contacted Jim Bresee with two dogs inside fence at south gate, he said he had read the regs but didn't see the no dogs. He was honest and the dogs were on leash and just past the kiosk, so I issued him a verbal WW.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Everything great 7/18/2020 12:00 PM
8139 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 7/18/2020 11:30 AM
Contacted Nick Rolban, stopped across from the camera on river left. Informed him of the closure and he continued paddling up stream, said he had stopped to rest. VW
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Covid/mask education contact 7/18/2020 10:00 AM
Contact with hikers on Red Butte trail , handed out masks to 8 people.
8135 Crystal River Valley Penny Hot Springs 7/18/2020 9:00 AM
5 vehicles at Penny Hot Springs. No obvious campers. Notes minor human state issues in trees in ROW just upstream of pullout and in trees down by USGS site.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 7/18/2020 9:00 AM
Walkthrough of McCormick River Parcel, Elk Park, Redstone Park, Coke Ovens, Wilden parcel - OK.
8135 Crystal River Valley Training 7/18/2020 9:00 AM
Led orientation for 8140 on RFC naturalist program ops at Filoha Meadows NP.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 7/18/2020 8:30 AM
501 called dispatch to report a dog off leash on cozyline and another dog on leash. Called him back and he clarified that it was only one dog and that the other was “a bum” who was in the scrub oak trees near the bottom. I walked up there to check it out and contacted a male who was sitting in the grass 10 yards off the trail ranting and yelling. He had some items around him and a bag off further. He said he was going to take photographs of his ancient silver coins and paint the nature. I informed him that, while that sounds lovely, I would need him to stay on the trail. He was upset by this and told me he would be leaving “in 15 minutes” to go down there to do his art. I left and 8135 went back later and seemed like he had moved his belongings. Real gem
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 7/17/2020 12:00 PM
Sent email to all North Star outfitters addressing recent commercial permit violations (group size limits violated when providing service to more than 6 clients on site). Sent email and report to Jim Ingram is AWR thoroughly explaining the rationale for his recent ticket.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Ticket Follow-up 7/17/2020 12:00 PM
Accepted fine payments from Friedman PA2219. Submitted Granger PA2206 to court.
8136 Jaffee Park Parking 7/17/2020 10:45 AM
Pink tagged XL tan truck/camper with map of the world on both sides. 8135 saw it yesterday afternoon and this morning. Likely parked overnight. No license plates so I did not leave a PA. Pink tag with info on where to park overnight. Will check in later.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 7/17/2020 10:30 AM
Contacted Michael Altieri, stopped on the shore across from North Gate having a picnic on his paddle board. Said he rented his board from Aspen Bike Rental and they told him to "walk across the grass and get on the water". Chatted about the approved access points. First contact, VW
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/17/2020 10:15 AM
Contacted Brian Pratt flying a drone within the preserve, hired by a local "health and fitness expert" to film 'B Roll' for an aspen area film of some sort. Informed him of the commercial regulations regarding photography and filming. He hadn't shot anything yet, and I caught him before he flew too far into the preserve. He was cooperative, polite and compliant. Mentioned a few ways we can get NSNP onto the FAA restrictions. i'll investigate this further later, there's been a few instances with drone operators flying in/near NSNP.
8135 Administration North Star Nature Preserve 7/17/2020 8:00 AM
Held meeting between seasonal/FTE rangers and admin staff to discuss major issues rangers are seeing in the field. Seems like some good will come of it.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 7/16/2020 1:30 PM
Did short interview with Jason Auslander, Aspen Times, about e-bikes on OST trails.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 7/16/2020 1:30 PM
Accepted fine payments from Murley PA2168, Reed PA 2234, Lower PA2228, parking ticket PA2183, Troxel PA2233, Sandler PA2207, Nuissmeir PA2080, Morgan PA2220, and Putnam PA2226. Submitted request to remove Anami PA2225 from the court docket upon late payment.
8139 Moore Open Space Parking 7/16/2020 12:00 PM
Trailer with the yellow/black snowmobile is still parked in the Prince of Peace lot. Looked like the pink tag 8140 left on 7/13 was removed. Retagged and gave them 48 hours to remove the trailer
8135 Emma Homestead Resource Damage 7/16/2020 11:30 AM
Investigated broken window on Old Emma Store building. Both structures on site were empty and I saw no sign of trespass, although store building is no longer secure. Reported to Ted.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/16/2020 11:30 AM
Took warm reports from 8136 and Liza (OST Ecologist) of man (shirtless with tube socks...) jogging with brown dog in Filoha Meadows. As Liza saw the man jogging back towards the gate and I was already in Basalt, I chose not to respond as I would've missed him.
8135 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 7/16/2020 11:00 AM
Extra patrol of Glassier Homestead reference “suspicious” activity. Camera is still in place. I didn’t observe anything out of the ordinary.
8135 Sheriff's Office Mutual Aid 7/16/2020 10:30 AM
Assisted 67 with abandoned vehicle issue at South landing of Wingo Bridge (private property belonging to Gerald Webb).
8135 Penny Hot Springs Trash 7/16/2020 10:00 AM
Picked up trash bag at Penny Hot Springs. 3 cars of friendly visitors. CDOT has set up a mobile stoplight in the pullout for the adjacent road work.
8135 Crystal Trail Resource Damage 7/16/2020 10:00 AM
Jeff with OST Maint. reported the crew is working to resolve small flooded section of Crystal Trail near Thompson Creek OS. Jeff says they adjusted the ditch, which should stop the flooding.
1556 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Litter all over 7/16/2020 10:00 AM
Tagged gear in trees past chained off area on down valley side of lot. Lots of trash along rim. No camps at rim or below. Seems folks are staying in sanctioned camp for the most part. Lots of dog waste around camps and vehicles.
1557 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 7/16/2020 10:00 AM
Contact made with R/P of missing dog yesterday . Momma Love was found and returned this AM.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/16/2020 9:00 AM
Contacted Liza and two contractors working in Filoha. They will be building three large fenced wildlife exclosures by the Crystal River to allow willow regrowth.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 7/15/2020 5:00 PM
Observed the Little Nell bike & sip event. 25 riders accompanied by professional riders, seemed like things were all under control and the group was riding respectfully of other trail users.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 7/15/2020 4:30 PM
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 7/15/2020 3:15 PM
Contacted Ross Ginsburg , Bennett Johnson , John Villicana, John Thompson, Carter Northington, Matthew Berkowitz all of Austin TX, hanging out on a sandbar across from the paragliding LZ. They packed up immediately and were lectured on closed area/wildlife habitat and appropriate places to hang out. Polite and compliant, first contact for everyone. VW
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/15/2020 2:45 PM
Issued Chris Palasz a PA for dog on the beach. New dog owner, explained the strict enforcement and that it is clearly signed on the walk into the beach. Claimed he was distracted carrying “all this stuff”. Chatted about the importance of becoming familiar with regs as a dog owner.
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/15/2020 1:15 PM
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Called to scene 7/15/2020 12:00 PM
Reports of a lost dog .First report on Little Cloud, spoke with RP an dog last seen near Ajax Tavern , UTL:. Have contact info for owner .
1556 North Star/James H. Smith Issued verbal warning 7/15/2020 11:00 AM
Sarah levy from New York with dog Chester walking in preserve. Let her know about rules and where she can take her dog. Asked her to please read the kiosk boards and she was very nice and understood why the rules are in place. First contact. Verbal warning.
1556 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 7/15/2020 10:30 AM
8139 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 7/15/2020 10:00 AM
10th mtn road was clear of trees. Didn’t have the staff to check Hummingbird/ Plunge
8138 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Educational Contact 7/14/2020 11:15 PM
Three ladies approached me to "ask" me questions about noxious weed spraying. It quickly turned into conspiracy theories being aggressively told to me regarding monsanto paying my salary and we're all getting cancer.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/14/2020 10:15 PM
DOL Ilma Wasserman. Didn't want to give me any information, but overall, we got it and they went on their way.
1557 East Aspen Trail Followed-up on issue 7/14/2020 4:45 PM
Report of a female who jumped from the Stillwater bridge hit the bottom and twisted her R ankle. Pt. survey found only R ankle injury , Tx. Ace wrap and called parents to pick her up.
8138 Jaffee Park Lost and Found 7/14/2020 4:30 PM
SO wasn't open and no one around to accept the bike in garage. It's teal. It's been tagged several days
8135 Owl Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/14/2020 3:00 PM
A call came in for a girl who fell riding her rental Ebike on the owl creek trail at the switchback above the Airline trailhead. She had a dislocated elbow. I assisted with traffic control and bike transportation.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Found resource damage 7/14/2020 1:30 PM
Repair fence at intersection of E Tiehack Bridge.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/14/2020 12:00 PM
Contacted Bob Dean on HCT for his black lab off leash. First warning. VW.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 7/14/2020 11:00 AM
Took a call for downed trees on Hunter Creek. Brian took care of them. He checked all trails up there besides hummingbird, plunge, and 10th mountain.
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill Covid/mask education contact 7/14/2020 10:30 AM
Burlingorge trail , contact with 3 on mask usage on narrow trails where 6 feet is not possible.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 7/14/2020 9:15 AM
Cleaned all kinds of logs and reported the ones I couldn't clear to 8136/Buell
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/14/2020 9:00 AM
Placed our spare camera to try and see if we get any suspicious activity.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 7/13/2020 2:30 PM
Listened to radio reports of trees on power line near Pitkin iron, cleaned debris off rgt from these trees
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/13/2020 10:00 AM
Did a walk through of the Glassier homestead with 8137. Clear.
8138 Cora May Open Space Resource Damage 7/13/2020 9:30 AM
Removed another fire ring from Cora May
8138 Moore Open Space Parking 7/13/2020 9:30 AM
Tagged a Gallegos van and a snowmobile trailer with a yellow and black snowmobile
8138 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Mutual Aid 7/12/2020 4:30 PM
Overdue hiker called to dispatch. 10 was coordinating. I went to the trailhead to look for party's car. It was still located there. I hiked up Arbany-Kittle trail about 3 miles. The party was then found in Lenado.
8138 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 7/12/2020 2:45 PM
Made a very friendly contact with a couple who had their RV slideouts deployed at Jaffee. They were cooking lunch and fishing. They claimed they were camping at another location.
8138 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 7/12/2020 9:15 AM
49 yo female, injured left hip on skyline ridge. Called into MRA/Aspen Fire/Aspen Ambi. Made first patient contact. See report
1559 Sky Mountain Park Called to scene 7/12/2020 9:15 AM
49, F injured left hip on skyline ridge trail. Responded with 8140, initial patient contact and care. Aspen Ambi took over patient care and MRA took evac.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/11/2020 5:00 PM
Issued Ryan Morgan a PA for dog at the beach.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/11/2020 5:00 PM
37yo male dehydrated and exhausted after a 50 mile bike ride8136 and I responded. I made contact performed an initial assessment. A&O x 4. Transported to AVH by Medic 96. See report.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 7/11/2020 3:45 PM
Contacted Elizabeth Althouse from Denver for her speaker at the beach. Friendly and compliant, from out of town. Chatted about the wildlife impacts. VW
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 7/11/2020 2:45 PM
VW for Shawn Zach Lerner Drew Ellis For beaching across from Northgate. People are often in that spot. Add a Float Through sign?
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 7/11/2020 2:30 PM
Was informed by the ACES naturalists there was a suspicious group that could have been commercial drop off. I went up to check it out. There were 13 paddle boards dropped off but the drivers insisted they were just dropping off friends. I did not have enough evidence to cite. The vehicle was a white Ford F150 (CO:AED-496)
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/11/2020 1:30 PM
Pink tagged a white Range Rover Sport ( MO: VD2-N8B ) parked at the entrance of the trail to RFC with an empty lot. Left my card, figuring that if they were hiking they’ll call.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/11/2020 12:30 PM
One of the busiest days I have ever experienced on the hunter creek-hunter creek cut-off trail.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/11/2020 12:30 PM
Verbal written Warning, Beaching between south gate and the beach, Cody Shurch
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/11/2020 12:30 PM
Verbal written Warning, Beaching between south gate and the beach, Cerena Seever
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 7/11/2020 12:15 PM
Music, Stephanie Irving, discussed impacts of music
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Covid/mask education contact 7/11/2020 12:15 PM
Mask giveaway on Ajax trail.Easy sell.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/11/2020 11:45 AM
Steve and Lauren Russell, beaching after JHS on NSNP
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/11/2020 11:45 AM
NAthan Waldron, Beaching after JHS on NSNP
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Dog off leash - education contact 7/11/2020 10:15 AM
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill Covid/mask education contact 7/11/2020 9:15 AM
Handed out masks to 4 people unable to maintain distance on the narrow trail.
8136 Windstar Conservation Easement Resource Damage 7/10/2020 4:00 PM
Deputy 76 called about an adjacent homeowner upset that a fence was removed. The homeowner stated that 7 years ago Paul Holsinger told him the fence could stay on the property. I forwarded 76 to Paul.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/10/2020 3:00 PM
Verbal written warning to Oscar Sostoque for audible music at the beach.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 7/10/2020 1:30 PM
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 7/10/2020 1:30 PM
Reminded bikers to walk in the Mall.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Resource Damage 7/10/2020 12:00 PM
I retrieved the extra wildlife cam that was placed on the bandit trail above lollipop. Check photos tomorrow.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 7/10/2020 11:00 AM
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 7/10/2020 10:00 AM
1557 Rio Grande Trail Found resource damage 7/10/2020 8:30 AM
Rocks had fallen onto the trail. Easy to clear.
1557 Rio Grande Park Covid/mask education contact 7/09/2020 5:15 PM
Gave masks to a group of people after a long talk of the covid 19 epidemic.Seemed like they had never heard of it ?!!
8139 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 7/09/2020 4:45 PM
Pink tagged a Ford 350 (temp tag k790953) parked in the fire lane closer to hwy 82
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Found resource damage 7/09/2020 2:00 PM
On Maroon Creek trail below Iselin field trail repair. Will be on going.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 7/09/2020 9:30 AM
Marta reported she has seen several DOL in the Woody Creek area . UTL.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/09/2020 9:30 AM
Mark with DOL Stein park. brown Terrier . Warning.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/08/2020 5:15 PM
Pink tagged a grey Jeep, parked in the loading zone. CO: TVQ-822
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/08/2020 5:15 PM
Pink tagged a black Jeep parked in the no parking zone with tires over the white line. CA: 7NJS260
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/08/2020 12:30 PM
Tori Corrigan, DOL. first contact, VW
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/08/2020 12:30 PM
Marci Dell, DOL. first contact, VW
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/08/2020 12:30 PM
Heidi Avedesian DOL. very impatient, barely got name. On “a very important call”, I was persistent in explaining that we get the information from everyone we contact and that things would be over quickly if she just provided the required information. Reluctantly gave her name then stormed off. Returned because “her mom” said she should get my name. Female in her 40s, dark hair with a black and white poodle/water dog mix. VW
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Penalty Assessment 7/08/2020 11:30 AM
Cited a black Jeep Laredo (CO: BTG- 438) for parking in the Arbaney Kittle lot. This vehicle has been previously contacted by 8139 and is a RFC employee. PA.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Written Warning 7/08/2020 11:30 AM
Wrote a written warning for a blue 4Runner (CO: CXN-890). A couple weeks ago I suspected this vehicle of being an employee as it turned around and exited the parking area when they saw me. WW.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/08/2020 10:45 AM
Contacted Elizabeth Ducote DOL, explained regs in regards to wildlife. First contact, VW
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Covid/mask education contact 7/07/2020 7:00 PM
Had a long conversation with a group of teens about the importance of masking up when in contact with others.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/07/2020 4:00 PM
Augustus Harrison DBA Aspen Whitewate. Observed 7 SUPS loading into a AWR truck.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/07/2020 2:00 PM
Emailed Kit Mclendon of Rich Valley Adventures for commercially operating at North Star without a permit. The email serves as a written warning and any further commercial use from RVA will result in a fine of up to $1000.
8138 Cora May Open Space Maintenance 7/07/2020 10:00 AM
Fire ring was constructed at Cora may, a trail cam might be a good idea at property
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/07/2020 10:00 AM
Made contacts for2 hours regarding stop sign on RGT at Racetrack.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Special Event 7/06/2020 10:00 PM
Successful naturalist evening program at Filoha. I’d say the Wilden access is a hit and way better than staging at Penny.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/06/2020 7:00 PM
Chatted up crowd at Penny Hot Springs including owner of the sketchiest van in the lot. Talked about Filoha, history, and geology.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/06/2020 5:00 PM
Patricio Garza, resident near NSNP, dog at South Gate. Not friendly. "I pay your salary"
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 7/06/2020 4:00 PM
covered up the Aspen Logo on the "let it slide" sign, per 8135 and Lindsey's request.
8138 Administration Maintenance 7/06/2020 2:30 PM
Fielded a call from Dispatch regarding the water at Grace Shei from the weekend. It was Robbie from Basalt water, looking for more information. Passed info to Ted.
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Resource Damage 7/06/2020 1:30 PM
Removed another Botox way sign
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 7/06/2020 1:00 PM
Accepted fine payments from Canole (PA 2175), Kleiner (PA 2214), and Bassler (PA 2227). Submitted Elliott (PA 2203) to court. Refunded erroneous payment by R. Arnold in random amount for a non-existent ticket number (perhaps they got cited by a different agency?).
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/06/2020 11:00 AM
Dog at the Beach. Standard. Ashley Reed. Had to ask to leash the dog x2 after the dog jumped on me. Friendly dog though.
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Covid/mask education contact 7/06/2020 10:30 AM
2 masks provided to hikers
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 7/06/2020 9:15 AM
Cleaned trash from NSNP
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 7/06/2020 9:15 AM
While cleaning trash on NSNP found a business card for "Rich Valley Adventures" they don't have a permit for anywhere on PCOST. Also, their website has our logo.
8138 Sheriff's Office Lost and Found 7/06/2020 8:45 AM
Dropped off the rad bike found at basalt hs on rgt
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/05/2020 5:45 PM
Music at the beach, Molly Javerbaum. Written warning
8135 Highway 82 North Star Nature Preserve 7/05/2020 5:00 PM
Watched multiple near misses as vehicles blocked traffic at Mile 43.0 HWY82. I played traffic cop for about an hour and lectured multiple drivers for illegal parking, U-turns on the highway, and parking over the white line. I lectured an AWR shuttle driver for pulling into traffic nearly causing an accident and lectured three teens on a moped about the consequences (e.g. death) of getting hit by an RV (as they too almost caused an accident pulling into the loading zone). It sounded like 21 wrote parking tickets at Stillwater and 2220 did the same at Wildwood Lane.
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Written Warning 7/05/2020 4:30 PM
Jack Micco, music on a innertube at JHS, on the upstream side
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Maintenance 7/05/2020 4:30 PM
Contacted Group of 6 at JHS near the Rookery. Had a nice chat about the consequences to beaching.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/05/2020 3:30 PM
Andrew Canole with 3 dogs on the beach.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 7/05/2020 3:00 PM
Holiday traffic hit Wildwood on Sunday afternoon. Within a half hour, I bet 100 people moved through the put-in. That said, naturalists, 1559, and I cleared traffic fully blocking the road from parking area to turnaround in 10 minutes.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/05/2020 2:45 PM
17 y/o with scrapes and road rash from apparently looping out while trying to wheelie a bike. Provided some alcohol wipes and band aids.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/05/2020 2:00 PM
Issued (verbal) written warning to O’Connor dropping off six clients (all with rental boards from AWR) at Wildwood Lane for Aspen Alps without a commercial permit.
8138 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 7/05/2020 1:00 PM
Responded to a call from dispatch on 82 near City Market. It was Cooper and Original. A man in his 20's was having a seizure. I was second on scene behind Aspen 142. I took over as primary caregiver until ambulance came.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Double w/other officer 7/05/2020 1:00 PM
Worked with 8135 on management of Wildwood.
8135 Deer Creek Open Space Closed Area 7/05/2020 12:30 PM
Contacted owner of a white Toyota truck (CO: 155-YBF) parked in bushes on Deer Creek OS. “Kendall” is an aquatic biologist with CPW and had called Kurt Teach for permission to park at this location for fishing access.
8135 Deer Creek Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/05/2020 12:30 PM
Lee Mulcahy yelled, “Don’t take this personally, but we hate Pitkin County” while biking by on RGT at Deer Creek OS. I recognized Mulcahy and thanked him for his opinion.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/05/2020 12:00 PM
Contacted a family of 6 looking like they were about to walk through the paraglide access point. They were looking for a place to picnic and hike. I explained the area. Sent them to Weller Lake.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Resource Damage 7/05/2020 11:30 AM
Assisted 79 with flooding behind BHS on edge of Grace-Shehi Open Space possibly coming from OST infrastructure. Provided PCSO with possible contact. Basalt PW also looked into it.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Wildlife 7/05/2020 10:30 AM
Watched a mule deer fawn and then a black bear cross HWY133 near Redstone.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Trails 7/05/2020 10:30 AM
FYI - the Filoha ped and vehicle gates were locked together and the ped gate chain was jammed. I fixed it and I’ll send out a reminder email to the staff, as this is a reoccurring problem.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/05/2020 10:30 AM
I got the attention of a man and woman with a dog on leash headed toward the water from South Gate. Let them know Wildwood and Stillwater bridge were the only spots to have the dog cool off on the water.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Called to scene 7/05/2020 10:30 AM
Assisted 145 with rescue of cat from a deep window well
8138 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Commercial Permit Check 7/05/2020 10:15 AM
Timothy Lacrady of Nomis Limo. Sent Nomis an email stating rules for shuttles
8138 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Commercial Permit Check 7/05/2020 10:15 AM
Bubba Scott of Aspen 5 Star Limo, sent them an email stating rules for shuttles
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/04/2020 7:15 PM
Took call from SO 77 inquiring about camper and goats on RGT near Emma. The camper called the police about adjacent property owner setting off fireworks. So, the homeowner called trying to get the camper removed from the area. I informed 77 it was likely RFTA goats at work eating veg along RGT. Suggested checking to see if it was just beyond the Pitkin sign. It was. Passed along to Eagle county.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 7/04/2020 7:00 PM
Well... that was the quietest Fourthpocalypse in my time as a ranger...
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 7/04/2020 7:00 PM
Bikers returning to Aspen from the Woody Creek Tavern , obviously had ETOH on board.Helped them find there way up valley.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 7/04/2020 6:00 PM
Handed out several masks.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park User conflict 7/04/2020 6:00 PM
Contact made with people arguing about masks.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Parking 7/04/2020 5:30 PM
Took call from Hunter Frans of Ace Fencing. Frans is the owner of the RV trailer I cited and was about to tow from Grace Shehi bike park. Ted apparently told Frans he’s allowed to park it there and gave him permission to camp elsewhere starting this coming week. Expect to see more equipment staged there starting this week for a large fencing contract along the RGT. I rescinded the ticket.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 7/04/2020 5:00 PM
Pink tagged large pile of tubes locked together below Stillwater bridge. Please remove if left overnight.
1556 Cemetery Lane Trail Covid/mask education contact 7/04/2020 4:30 PM
16 teenagers in tot lot park playing football. No masks no social distancing. Talked about health measure and things spiking in their age group due to group activities and not following the rules. Tried to encourage them to do the right thing. Yea right...
1556 City Golf Course Dog off leash - education contact 7/04/2020 4:00 PM
3 separate folks with dol behind golf course
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Everything great 7/04/2020 3:00 PM
Much education and direction provided at Stillwater take-out throughout the day.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/04/2020 1:15 PM
Watched a couple, Robert Epstien and Aubrey Mayo of Austin walking across the meadow at North Gate. Written warning. Friendly
1557 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Followed-up on issue 7/04/2020 1:00 PM
Reports of a moving party on Hopkins blocking the road / bikeway. 4 Jeeps ,15/20 people celebrating the 4th.They stated the drivers were not drinking.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Educational Contact 7/04/2020 12:30 PM
Educational contact with woman who had just entered RGT @ MM 28.5 with ancient DOL while wrangling grand kids in a toy truck. Lectured on trail safety and handed out leash.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/04/2020 12:00 PM
I was contacted by 3 different people upset about a woman policing the area about use of masks. Same woman as our recent voicemail.. I ended up meeting her shortly after and she expressed her concerns about the City and Counties health orders. She explained that she is reaching out to everyone without masks on HCT and telling them “nicely” to put on masks. She explained that she “loses it” on people when they refuse to do so. An ACES naturalist informed me she saw her arguing with a man for not having a mask on. I attempted to dissuade her from continuing to upset herself and others and said rangers are educating the public on existing health orders. I gave her the non-emergent dispatch number to report public health concerns.
1556 East Aspen Trail Covid/mask education contact 7/04/2020 11:15 AM
Made contact with19 folks about health order.
8138 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 7/04/2020 11:00 AM
Made contact with 23 individuals regarding mask use on trails, after a call from Dispatch with an RP reporting "large groups" of people not following public health orders
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 7/04/2020 10:30 AM
Verbal Warning: Gideon Murray of South Carolina for off-leash Mastiff on RGT above Stein Park. Referred to local voice & sight control trails.
1556 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 7/04/2020 10:15 AM
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 7/04/2020 10:00 AM
Two educational contacts for one dog owner who let leash drag and another with a DOL on City portion of RGT. Lectured and moved on to other things.
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Called to scene 7/04/2020 10:00 AM
responded to call of a horse shoe pit dug at Newbury Park. There has been a horseshoe pit there for 20 years.
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Called to scene 7/04/2020 10:00 AM
Responded to separate call of large party not social distancing at Heron Park. Large groups, but fairly distanced and seemed like same families.
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Resource Damage 7/04/2020 9:00 AM
The gate at JHS has fallen due to rot. 8136 and I did a hasty clean up and put a temporary gate up. Emailed Ted and Bill regarding.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/03/2020 5:15 PM
1557 and myself responded to a medical call for a 9 yo female who fell near 40.5 on the Rio. Chief complaint was right arm, likely broken. She was also covered in road rash. She came down too hot on the Duffy's Wiggles bend. Aspen Ambi transported to AVH. See report.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/03/2020 4:30 PM
Chat with family from Texas walking to the water at South Gate with coolers and picnic gear. Referred to Beach Gate
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 7/03/2020 4:30 PM
Red Subaru Forester (CO: 886-THJ) is parked on Pitkin Iron parcel 856. I noted this same vehicle parked in almost the same spot a month ago (6/6/20). Has changed orientation but still in similar location
8139 Emma Trail Trails 7/03/2020 3:00 PM
Spray painted volcanos on the basalt end of the trail. There’s 2 pretty bad sections but they’re all highlighted up now
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/03/2020 12:30 PM
Basic first aid for an 11yo female after minor bike accident. Spotted her walking a bike down the trail. I put the chain back in place and fixed the brakes. Provided bandaids for scrapes on knees.
1557 East Aspen Trail Parking issues 7/03/2020 12:00 PM
Contact made with the owners of 3 trucks blocking the trail while unloading landscaping tools.
8139 James H. Smith Open Space Signage 7/03/2020 10:00 AM
Posted a ‘No trespassing’ sign on the empty post upstream from the closure & beaver dam
8139 Open Space & Trails Signage 7/03/2020 12:00 AM
Posted “Let your mask slide when outside” signs at HCT, Smuggler, stillwater and rio @shady lane. Is confusing because we have different messaging than COA (they posted their signs at HCT). 1558 mentioned they have a sign at Ute that recommends masks for the tight trail/ inability to maintain social distance- could be worth posting on on HCT ?
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/03/2020 12:00 AM
Issued Charlotte Friedman a PA for dog on the beach.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 7/02/2020 2:30 PM
Directed two young teens wondering in the field below South Gate back to the trail. They were a bit confused on the rules.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/02/2020 2:00 PM
Contacted Mathew Kleiner after observing his wife and kids go down to the beach with a small black dog "Estel". I observed the wife look at the "No Dog" sign and continue onto the beach with the dog while Mathew stayed up with another dog. I made contact with the wife but the husband said he would be taking care of the citation. Penalty Assessment.
1556 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Covid/mask education contact 7/02/2020 1:00 PM
Talking with folks about masks heading into hunter creek. Ran into a gal that was patrolling everyone that came by. Says our signs and protocols arent current enough and we need more enforcement. Says she has talked with city manager and Gary at county. I replaced the let it slide signs with newer version. Stayed at trail head as folks just keep coming on bikes, foot, limo, cabs, skateboards,one wheels! Craziness! And most don’t want to hear about masks. Some were receptive but not many.had a nice chat with some mountain bikers looking for smuggler and where to go to avoid the masses.
1556 Rio Grande Trail Covid/mask education contact 7/02/2020 12:30 PM
Big group at start of rio and asked them about covid and if they have masks. They had them and said they were wearing most of the time.
1556 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/02/2020 11:15 AM
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/02/2020 11:00 AM
Briefly monitored a call while in training for a 71 yo male who fell while biking on the upper Rio near Shady Ln.
1556 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 7/02/2020 10:15 AM
1557 Sky Mountain Park Everything great 7/02/2020 8:45 AM
Rode up cozy line, deadline, back around to airline trail. All trails look to be in good shape, a bit dry. All signage looks to be in place. Minimal usage this morning.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/02/2020 7:00 AM
Put up latest public health signage at the Hot Springs. Observed a spray painted parking lot, stickers over our regulation signs, and a mess at the springs and in the lot.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Illegal Camping 7/01/2020 6:00 PM
Gave the camper at Grace-Shehi 72 hours to remove camper before we tow. The ticket 8135 had put on has been removed but my original tag is still there.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/01/2020 2:30 PM
Recieved a call about a DOL on HCT. UTL.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 7/01/2020 12:00 PM
Having the conversation with several groups of people in the mall not wearing masks. Handed out a few.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Parking issues 7/01/2020 9:00 AM
Please read tag on a white Chevrolet pick up truck partially blocking cemetery lane trail. Returned approximately 30 minutes later, truck had been removed.
8135 Administration Fire 7/01/2020 8:00 AM
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions start in PitCo tomorrow!
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 6/30/2020 12:30 PM
Daryl Burton of Phoenix had his bike on the road at JHS. Walked him out and took info.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/30/2020 12:00 PM
Cooler weather caused a much decreased usage at NSNP. Quiet up there for once.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/30/2020 12:00 PM
Contacted Rena Garner and her older chocolate lab on HCT DOL. First contact, VW
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Double w/other officer 6/30/2020 11:30 AM
63 and myself Responded to Little cloud Trail or a female in distress. Lisa Stein had worked very hard to get herself into a dangerous situation by going off trail and following an old mining cable line.
8138 Lazy Glen Open Space Maintenance 6/30/2020 10:00 AM
Took down the structure at the "island" with 8139
8135 Thomas Estates(btwn Prince Peace/Castle Creek) OSP Trash 6/29/2020 5:00 PM
Spoke with Michael Eisenhart from Aspen Chapel regarding request for porta-pot in the parking area (lower lot owned by OST) due to human waste issues in the bushes near their building. This request had already been considered by OST and was denied. Eisenhart suggested the Chapel could pay for a porta-pot on their property and I encouraged him to pursue that option.
1556 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Covid/mask education contact 6/29/2020 4:30 PM
Contacted a group about masks and distancing on single track trails. No one was wearing a mask and no one took any to use on trail. Most other users weren’t wearing masks when passing either.
1556 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Dog off leash - education contact 6/29/2020 3:30 PM
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Agriculture/Lease 6/29/2020 3:00 PM
Went on tour of Lazy Glen farm operation with 8138 and OST staff. Cooper and the collaborative are working on some cool stuff.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Penalty Assessment 6/29/2020 1:00 PM
Served post facto citation to Jason Troxel for riding an e-bike on Seven Star Trail. Troxel is a TOSV Parks, Rec, & Trails employee and he’s aware of the regulation.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Commercial Permit Check 6/29/2020 11:00 AM
Sent reminder email to all bike guides permitted to operate in Sky MP regarding group size limits and PHO.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 6/29/2020 11:00 AM
Took cold report of a trespass at 0900 in the JHS heron closure from, Catherine, a dedicated birder. Catherine reported the visitor, a (possibly older?) female said Charlie Houpton told her the area wasn't closed and she was allowed to go in. I explained the area is in fact closed and connected Catherine with Liza to discuss citizen science research.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/29/2020 9:00 AM
Gary received a vulgar and somewhat threatening voicemail this morning from a blocked number, possibly from the man I cited yesterday. The guy called our office line today and left a similar harassing voicemail. I got his phone number and forwarded it to admin. Notify me if you get any similar voicemails or calls and try to ID the caller.
8135 Administration Wildlife 6/29/2020 9:00 AM
Took cold report of a black “jaguar” on Brush Creek Trail. 243 suspects a Joe Exotic fan is on the prowl...
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/29/2020 9:00 AM
AT article, "Increased use, violations on Pitkin County open space kept rangers busy this spring" in the newspaper today. Article seems to read positively and show how large our workload has been recently. It may also have earned us our first troll!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/28/2020 6:00 PM
Cited Mark Nussmeir for entry in closed area at James H. Smith Open Space. Nussmeir and Jill Asher (issued verbal written warning) were beached behind posted closure sign. Nussmeir refused to ID himself and I had 70 meet us at South Gate to assist. As Nussmeir refused to comply and required PCSO intervention, I elected to issue a citation over a warning. I explained to Nussmeir the wildlife rationale for the posted closure and explained that he was required by law to ID himself to OST rangers during a code enforcement contact.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/28/2020 6:00 PM
Issued Jill Asher a written warning for entering closed area (beaching on river-left in JHS OS parcel). See report for Nussmeir ticket.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 6/28/2020 5:30 PM
Red Jeep is broken down in Smuggler TH parking area. Owner will tow tomorrow. Don’t ticket or tow.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 6/28/2020 5:15 PM
8138 Jaffee Park Lost and Found 6/28/2020 5:00 PM
Ian Brobin, 719 287 9963 lost a paddle in a swim at entrance exam. I think elk mountain found it, I gave EME Ian's number.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/28/2020 4:30 PM
Contact with Chris Armstrong for audible music at the beach in the North Star nature preserve. Formerly of California, just moved to the area. I was going to issue a PA, but Chris and his friend were very cooperative and responded well to my education. Written warning.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/28/2020 4:30 PM
Angie Newton, Music at the beach. Large (ish) group. Claimed they launched from a private residence and didn't see any signs. Friendly
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/28/2020 4:00 PM
DoL Chad Eaton near entrance exam on the RGT. Very friendly.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/28/2020 4:00 PM
Verbal (written) warning: George Alan Lemon (independent licensed limo LL 02365) for operating shuttle service at North Star Nature Preserve. I explained the permit requirements and application window. Lemon understands next contact would result in a ticket and that he must wait until the winter to apply for a 2021 permit. Lemon said this was only his third trip to the preserve. Cordial contact with a friendly guy.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 6/28/2020 3:00 PM
Responded with 8138 to injured 12yo male who suffered possible head and wrist injury in bike crash on Stein Bridge. Provided traffic control for medics.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Commercial Permit Check 6/28/2020 3:00 PM
Chatted with Aspen Bike Rentals while dropping off patient bikes. Aspen Bike Rentals is not offering shuttle service due to COVID19. I also reminded them to inform e-bike rental customers about restrictions, which they maintained they do on a regular basis. As we cannot ticket companies for the behavior of their clients, the liability for operating an e-bike on singletrack falls on the clients themselves.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/28/2020 2:30 PM
Issued verbal (written) warning to Jim Ingram (dba AWR) for failure to adequately display company name on the side of his truck (name plate was barely visible on dashboard). I informed Ingram that he will be cited if company name isn’t visible on side doors next time he’s working at North Star. I also audited what appeared to be an out of compliance AWR trip - checked group size, inspected SUP boards for lettering and red straps, and checked customer receipt. I determined AWR had shuttled one family group of 5 and rented 3 more boards to a different family group floating at the same time. From watching the groups take out, it didn’t appear there was a group size code violation. I lectured Ingram on the risks posed by “bending the rules” and allowing more than 6 total AWR clients to launch within an hour window.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Lost and Found 6/28/2020 2:30 PM
Abandoned teal bike a basalt hs lot, pink tagged, probably trash.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/28/2020 1:45 PM
Contact with Zac Hoffer With dog off leash on the upper Rio grande trail. From Texas, unaware of regulations. Explained where he can take his dog Off leash. First contact, verbal warning.
8138 Lazy Glen Open Space Trails 6/28/2020 12:30 PM
Checked out the island area. There is still a structure there.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Lost and Found 6/28/2020 12:30 PM
The DVD player Has been delivered to the SO Office.
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Called to scene 6/28/2020 12:00 PM
Assisted 8138 with a teenage male who fell and “injuried” there neck/throat at HC Trailhead. Medics cleared patient.
1559 Marolt Open Space Followed-up on issue 6/28/2020 11:30 AM
Help clear Cy Johnson ditch of debris. Searched Marolt for camps, none found. Did stumble across Kevin Rudder deep in the woods, clutching his flask, claimed not camping.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 6/28/2020 11:30 AM
Responded with 1559 to a medical call at the base of the Hunter Creek Trail. Called on on Hunter Creek rd, but I saw patient when I was driving by on Lone Pine Rd. I gave dispatch the correct access, and started patient assessment. I checked for COVID symptoms first. Patient was negative. Apparently he fell on the sidewalk, he was not on the HCT, and hit his throat. Aspen Ambi checked him out and cleared.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Penalty Assessment 6/28/2020 10:45 AM
Issued citation to RV (CO: 246-ZRJ) stored since at least 6/25/20 in Grace Shehi Bike Park parking area. I instructed owner to call regarding ticket - if it’s removed promptly I’m OK with reducing ticket to a written warning.
8137 Moore Open Space Verbal Warning 6/28/2020 10:15 AM
Contact with Tracy Eklund for dog off leash on Moore Open Space. Somewhat confused of regulations because a “ranger” dressed just like me told her she needed dog on leash at the ARC, but the area around there was ok to take dog off leash. I referred her to Pitkin outside. First contact. Verbal warning
8137 Moore Open Space Verbal Warning 6/28/2020 10:15 AM
Contact with Martha Chisholm for dog off leash on theMoore Open Space Trail. I supplied a leash. Martha told me she has never seen a dog on leash in the area! First contact. Verbal warning.
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Covid/mask education contact 6/28/2020 9:30 AM
No hand outs
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 6/27/2020 6:45 PM
Two kids on electric scooters scooting in a busy mall
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 6/27/2020 6:30 PM
I was contacted by a man that let me know of a large downed tree across 10th mountain trail. It’s below the Robby wade area kiosk. Zip tomorrow.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued citation 6/27/2020 6:15 PM
Cited Erik Johnson for Dog at Large in Ped Mall. Erik was very dismissive and did not stop for our conversation. I left the contact and then served the ticket at his place of employment at Green Dragon. Not happy.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 6/27/2020 5:00 PM
Pink tag California 8MMV418 in fire lane. Still busy and parking full. Outreached folks that were most (if not all) out of towners.
8136 East of Aspen Trail Signage 6/27/2020 4:30 PM
Move the woody creek sandwich board with “Announce when passing” on it to the DV side of Stillwater bridge. This was a request given to 8139 by a local. The trail was quite busy with bikes and Ebikes on top of normal crowd.
8139 James H. Smith Open Space Penalty Assessment 6/27/2020 2:15 PM
Issued George Sandler a PA for glass containers and amplified music while hanging out on the restoration area of the James H "beach" on river right.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/27/2020 2:00 PM
VW to Eric Roush, Newton Hok for beaching in James H.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/27/2020 1:45 PM
Cortland Cidzak. Walking on the meadow with a dog, taking out near the paraglider landing zone.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/27/2020 12:00 PM
Dog at the Beach Stefan Viragh of St Louis.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/27/2020 12:00 PM
Andrew Bassler, Dog .25 miles on river left above the beach. Warning x2 for walking on the Preserve
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Double w/other officer 6/27/2020 12:00 PM
Provided officer safety for 2220 on open container citation at Wildwood.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Called to scene 6/27/2020 10:30 AM
Assisted with Wagner Incident. Approx 50 protestors moving along previously used route.
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Covid/mask education contact 6/27/2020 9:30 AM
Educational contacts, no hand outs required
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Litter moderate 6/27/2020 9:30 AM
Cleaned up trash in lot and around trailhead
8138 Hummingbird Lode Open Space Trails 6/27/2020 9:30 AM
Hummingbird is riding really nice. Dust is down.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/26/2020 5:30 PM
Evening swing through NS gave me plenty of opportunities for outreach, spoke to a couple with dog off leash on EOA, clearly did not know the area or regs, referred to Pitkin outside. Simultaneously spoke to some very knowledgeable locals about launching at the beach, they moved along to South Gate. And spoke to a group of 15 T the beach from Vail with mostly kids who had a lot of questions about COVID regs in the city and county. Phew
8137 Administration Maintenance 6/26/2020 5:30 PM
106 is sanitized!
8137 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Illegal Camping 6/26/2020 4:30 PM
The camper trailer is still parked at grace shehi bike park
8139 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 6/26/2020 3:30 PM
13 people, 9 cars. Installed the new [temporary] reg signs
8139 Penny Hot Springs Lost and Found 6/26/2020 3:30 PM
Found a DVD player at Penny... will bring it to SO tomorrow
8137 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 6/26/2020 2:15 PM
Suspect navy blue Subaru Impreza. Lic plate CO 805- NUV. Only car in the Lot, parked right by Trail to club. Pink tag. Written warning.
8137 Deer Creek Open Space Wildlife 6/26/2020 1:30 PM
Harvested the SD cards from both cameras at deer creek and delivered SD cards to Janet. The bottom camera needs batteries replaced, and I have some, but Janet is going to check with Lindsey first to see if we are keeping the camera at that location.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Illegal Camping 6/26/2020 10:30 AM
My tag and card had not been moved from the door of the camper in the Grace-Shehi lot. They may be storing it there and not camping. I had 03 run the plates (CO: 246-ZRJ). Unfortunately dispatch did not have any contact information.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/26/2020 10:00 AM
8137 & I installed “No stopping, No beaching” signs on popular beaches around James H
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Illegal Camping 6/25/2020 6:00 PM
Tagged camper at Grace-Shehi giving 24 hours to remove.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/25/2020 2:15 PM
DOL with Pat Jones. Stated he was a local and our signs are rules were confusing. Actually from Austin Texas. I explained regs and recommended places for DOL. First offense, VW.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Illegal Camping 6/25/2020 2:15 PM
Jeff with maintenance reported a camper parked at Grace-Shehi. He sent me a photo and the camper is dropped and currently there is no vehicle there. I will contact on my way home this evening.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/25/2020 1:45 PM
DOL with Richard Sampson. Said he was very familiar with the regs. I clarified for him. Friendly, cooperative, first offense. VW
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 6/25/2020 1:30 PM
DOL with young girl on the phone walking toward HC from the Longhouse. Reminded her of leash and she went back inside to grab it.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/25/2020 1:15 PM
Submitted PA for Lauren Murley (PA 2168) to the court and notified staff.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/25/2020 1:00 PM
Contacted an individual at South Gate starting to walk in to check the sign with her dog. Let her know the regulations, she chose to recreate elsewhere.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/25/2020 1:00 PM
Contacted two individuals with fishing poles in the South Gate lot. Let them know the fishing regulations. They chose to recreate elsewhere.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 6/25/2020 12:00 PM
Most people are walking with distance in mind .Some wearing masks. Gave out a few.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Patrol/Outreach 6/25/2020 11:30 AM
8140 reported to 8139 a photo shoot going on near the Seven Star pull off/Snowmass welcome sign. I contacted the individuals. They were just taking nice photos for personal use.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Covid/mask education contact 6/25/2020 11:00 AM
Contacts made with mostly visitors not wearing masks.Some took the masks offered , some did not.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Verbal Warning 6/25/2020 10:30 AM
Contacted a guy exiting his vehicle parked for work. I recognized his vehicle from 8138's email. Silver Toyota Camry (CA: 8G0S366) I gave him a verbal warning and had him move his vehicle. Ticket next time.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 6/25/2020 9:30 AM
Large group of bikers heading downvalley riding 2/3 abreast not leaving room for other trail users. They agreed to ride single file and respect a 6ft. distance.
8135 Red Wind Point Signage 6/25/2020 8:30 AM
Resigned "No Motorized Use" at Red Wind.
8135 Administration E-bike Contact 6/24/2020 2:30 PM
Contacted Kevin at Aspen Bikes about letting people know single track regulations and E-bike regulations. He was firm that he tells all of his costumers the regulations.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 6/24/2020 2:00 PM
8139 Smuggler Mountain Road Accident/Rescue 6/24/2020 1:15 PM
8136 and I helped with a female in her 30s with a dislocated shoulder up the road from the candy trails intersection. Command 91 transported her down, we assisted with the bikes.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/24/2020 1:00 PM
2020 update to the North Star Management Plan has passed by vote of the BOCC.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Accident/Rescue 6/24/2020 11:45 AM
8139 and myself responded to a medical on smuggler about halfway up. 63 yo male fell while jogging and dislocated his left shoulder. Aspen Ambi reset his shoulder and transported.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/24/2020 9:00 AM
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 6/23/2020 5:30 PM
Attempted to clear the Penny Hot Springs closure and replace vandalized signage. 15-20 vehicles were parked in two parallel rows with about 20 people in the pools and 20 more people socializing in the pullout. I was confronted by a man and woman (white, 30s-40s in age, with missing teeth) in a Dodge Caravan (CO:XRO-797) with camping gear, coolers, dogs, and other belongings scattered next to it. The man used sovereign citizen language (“you are infringing on my constitutional right to travel these United States unencumbered”) and was verbally non-compliant with my attempts to clear the hot springs. When I noticed the man’s female companion was open carrying a pistol and things seemed to be escalating, I disengaged and put on my vest while giving their plate to 10. Couple’s van is registered to Lance Koch of Delta City, CO. Van is light colored with a purple and red kayak on the roof and a cardboard sign on the dashboard. Be careful - patrolling the closure isn’t worth risking your safety. I’ve written an email to admin explaining my concerns.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/23/2020 5:00 PM
Nate Putnam of Snowmass, Dog at the beach. Standard.
8138 Administration Maintenance 6/23/2020 5:00 PM
108 sanitized. wanted to wash/clean, but had a late PA
8135 Thomas Estates(btwn Prince Peace/Castle Creek) OSP Parking 6/23/2020 4:00 PM
Pink-tagged landscaping trailer full of sod in Prince of Peace lot. Three other trucks nearby (all out of CO - BDH-N93, GBO-321, MKO-471) are possibly contractor POVs. Check back later.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Closed Area 6/23/2020 2:45 PM
Took report from dispatch that Penny Hot Springs was a “zoo” with 25 vehicles and some double-parked. 71 initially told dispatch the springs were open, but later responded after I informed him the closure was still in effect.
8138 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Commercial Permit Check 6/23/2020 1:30 PM
ZG LIMO. I got an ID and a card for the ownership. I called and emailed the owner with the regulations.
8138 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Commercial Permit Check 6/23/2020 1:15 PM
Aspen Kayak and SUP, Charlie Macarthur, reminded him the regulation regarding red strap for crafts. He thanked me for reminding him
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/23/2020 12:30 PM
Blazing Adventues, loading across from Wildwood, emailed owner of Blazing for commercial violation
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 6/23/2020 11:45 AM
Kit McClendon, David and Lisa Alpern of Aspen for beaching near the GBH rookery at JHS
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Written Warning 6/23/2020 11:45 AM
Eric Grabli of Boulder, Dog in JHS. He was just past the gate as I was walking out. I explained the rules and why, they exited quickly
8135 Administration Mutual Aid 6/23/2020 11:30 AM
Took strange call from PCREDC regarding a former dispatcher, Brett Hitchcock, who called to ask if his license plate (CO: 744-VUJ) on a black Ford Ranger had been queried. A BPD officer had indicated to Hitchcock that OST had run his plate; after checking with dispatch and looking through ranger records, I confirmed a ranger never ran his plate (as we can’t run plates). Dispatch informed me 63 may have run Hitchcock’s plate on 4/19/20 at Lazy Glen OS. I called Hitchcock back and he sounded highly suspicious, spoke in only very vague language, and asked why I called him. I explained to Hitchcock that he’d called dispatch requesting information and I informed him OST hadn’t run his plate. Hitchcock stated he’d seen a ranger “circling” his vehicle at Lazy Glen OS and wanted to know why. I explained we patrol open space and clarified that we never ran his plate. Please be careful if you contact this man in the future as his behavior seemed erratic both to me and the dispatchers.
1557 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Covid/mask education contact 6/23/2020 11:30 AM
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 6/23/2020 11:00 AM
Removed two more people from the hot springs closure claiming not to have seen posted signage blocking their access. Verbally argumentative. Chatted with several others parked in pullout.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 6/23/2020 10:30 AM
Contacted three people with inner tubes in the Crystal River downstream of Redstone Park and educated on the risks of floating into Meat Grinder Rapid (e.g. death).
8135 Elk Park Commercial Permit Check 6/23/2020 10:00 AM
Observed what appeared to be a 8-10 person commercial yoga class in Elk Park. I’d noticed the class on two previous Tuesday mornings. I ran into Janet (OST) in the park and she suggested we discuss at next staff meeting whether small low-impact events should require a permit. The yoga people aren’t going anywhere.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 6/23/2020 9:00 AM
Contacted and warned 6 people for violating Penny Hot Springs closure. Fielded questions from others parked in lot. Removed bucket of trash and fixed closure signs/bollards that had been torn down. John Armstrong pulled in to say hi!
8138 Dart Conservation Easement Agriculture/Lease 6/23/2020 9:00 AM
Water was no longer present from Wheatly Ditch on RGT.
8135 Crystal Trail Closed Area 6/23/2020 8:30 AM
Patched up broken and falling fencing at Crystal River stream bank restoration project site.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 6/22/2020 5:30 PM
Completed fourth CORA request for Aspen Journalism.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/22/2020 4:00 PM
DoL x2, Robin Buchalter and Louisa Bornstein both of Aspen. Overall, easy contact, but first questioned authority to enforce.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 6/22/2020 4:00 PM
Returned lost and found items (sandals x 2) from North Star beach to owners. Left in box outside ranger station door.
8137 Administration Mutual Aid 6/22/2020 3:15 PM
I delivered the red wind point SD card to Janet.
8138 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Commercial Permit Check 6/22/2020 1:30 PM
Witness 3 commercial violations from Aspen Whitewater. 1, their vehicle was not clearly marked, 2, their sups were not labeled on both sides and 3, they didn't have 6 inch red straps. I warned the guides and emailed Jim Ingram about the violations
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 6/22/2020 12:30 PM
Cleaned up trash at stillwater, north gate, the beach, south gate
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 6/22/2020 12:30 PM
Searched for a phone at wildwood that was reported via voicemail. Didn't find it
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 6/22/2020 10:30 AM
Assisted USFS on mutual aid investigation of an illegal structure and dump site on Smuggler Mountain. Drove USFS non-LE staff member to the site in our UTV and confirmed structure was unoccupied before they assessed cleanup needs. The trash will take a lot of time and money to remove. Abandoned snowmobile, dozens of fuel containers, a multi-story structure, and at least an acre covered in garbage.
8138 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 6/22/2020 9:00 AM
DoL Keenan McIntyre of Aspen. Brown Dachshund. Both the party and dog were friendly. He leashed as I approached.
8138 Stein Trail Trails 6/22/2020 9:00 AM
Went searching for a suspected camp I saw while kayaking, river right downstream of stein. I saw evidence of historic camps and pulled some high water litter out.
8138 Administration North Star Nature Preserve 6/21/2020 6:30 PM
Should we follow the same commercial rules? Green Strap on the SUP and get OST clearly marked on both sides of the SUP?
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/21/2020 5:15 PM
8137 responded to the dog off leash near Pitkin iron call. Reference the email 8138 sent last week. 8137 tried to wrangle the dog with little success and did not find the owner. Same concerned neighbor called ranger station twice about dol. 8138 responded for second call UTL.
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Wildlife 6/21/2020 5:00 PM
I encountered a bull moose at river at JHS on the downstream side where the trail meets the closure. There was a couple having a picnic and hadn't seen the moose on the other side of the shrubs. I was on the other side of the river from the moose/couple and shouted at the couple to gather their things and walk across the meadow to the trail. The male in the party then saw the moose head around the shrubs and quickly packed his things and vacated the area. They thanked me as the left. I stayed on the other side of the river and observed the moose work his way deeper into the closure. He was just being a moose, no signs of aggression toward people.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/21/2020 2:45 PM
I saw a man riding his bike in the foliage near the gate to the beach at NSNP. I called for him to meet me at the bike rack. His two friends very aggressively got in my face and asked what my problem was and what I was going to ticket for. I told them to move on, as I backed toward the truck at the road. The subject on the bike walked towards me. I got his ID near my truck and I gave him a verbal written warning for biking across the preserve. The subject, Scott Dolma of GWS was very polite and friendly when I was able to make contact.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/21/2020 2:30 PM
Sun Rose Ironshell. Two dogs at the beach, Claimed they were ESA. I asked what service they provided, she was not giving any information but said she had paperwork to prove they are service dog. I explained that ESA's are not service dogs. She then claimed it was a service dog, started pulling out paperwork. I collected her information, and explained again why ESA's are not service animals. She then thanked me for my knowledge and agreed to take the dogs off the beach. She was resistant initially to the contact but became very friendly as it progressed.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/21/2020 2:00 PM
Contact with Chase Gritton for entering preserve not in a designated trail. verbal warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/21/2020 2:00 PM
Contact with Noah Adras for entering preserve not in a designated trail. verbal warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/21/2020 1:15 PM
Contact with Kristy GIlliiam for audible music in the nature preserve. Music was quiet, verbal warning.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 6/21/2020 1:00 PM
Contacted three groups consisting of 17 people on various beaches around JHS. I had to triage the situation, therefore I did not get every persons contact info. Everyone moved along.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 6/21/2020 1:00 PM
Everyone seems to want their own private COVID free space in the preserve. Every beach was occupied. Not cool.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 6/21/2020 11:30 AM
Stopped by the hot springs twice. Over a dozen cars and ~25 people in the hot springs. Later there was another 5 or so. I strung up more caution tape since it had been ripped off and the cones thrown about. Maybe it’s worth throwing a property closed sign on that 30holer that’s already there? Once one person throws the sign away and takes the caution tape there’s not much indication that it’s closed.
8138 Lani White Trail Signage 6/21/2020 10:00 AM
Added leashes to lani white trail head
8138 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Maintenance 6/20/2020 4:30 PM
The volcanos on the uphill as the trail meets the holland hills neighborhood are getting really big,they are still clearly marked
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/20/2020 3:00 PM
Issued Harry Granger a PA for having a dog on the beach.
8138 Thompson Creek Open Space Educational Contact 6/20/2020 2:45 PM
At the stream bank project at Thomas road, I talked to a fisherman, the claimed they weren't going to fish in the revegetated area.
8138 Bull Pen Lot Educational Contact 6/20/2020 2:30 PM
Talked to a man and woman on a tandem full suspension mountain bike (not ebike) about where ebikes are legal. If you see them, they are super friendly.
8136 Seven Star Ranch Patrol/Outreach 6/20/2020 2:30 PM
Replaced trail cam batteries and set time/date.
8138 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 6/20/2020 2:00 PM
Cleared 5 out of the springs
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/20/2020 2:00 PM
Issued verbal warnings to Micha Sandersilva, William Royer, Adian Flynn, Peter De Wetter, Sky Sosna, Samantha Trendel for stopping on beaches.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Covid/mask education contact 6/20/2020 1:00 PM
Several contacts made with people starting up the Ute trail without masks . 100% of them were happy to take one for the hike.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/20/2020 12:30 PM
DOL (2) with Mercedes Devitt. Two yellow labs near Verena Mallory. Apologetic and had lots of questions about the area. First offense.
8138 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 6/20/2020 12:00 PM
cleared 8 out of the springs
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/20/2020 11:30 AM
Contacted Margaret Thompson for having a dog at North Star Beach. First contact. Citation issued.
8138 Wheatley Beach Trails 6/20/2020 11:15 AM
Saw bike tracks on the way down to wheatly beach. Investigated, and the beach was empty. Are bikes allowed? The signage doesn't say.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 6/20/2020 11:00 AM
Provided basic first aid to 60yo female who had fallen. Walked out to Stein and transported back to condo
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Double w/other officer 6/20/2020 10:30 AM
Small crowd for protest. Most of the time spent in Wagner park .Short march.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 6/20/2020 10:30 AM
Many people not wearing masks nor are they willing to accept one .
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 6/20/2020 10:30 AM
Set up the extra trail camera at the top of the bandit trail that connect the road and lollipop. It is about 20ft below SMR.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Everything great 6/20/2020 8:00 AM
Farmers market open . Low turnout , All are wearing masks.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 6/20/2020 7:30 AM
Moved along 5 people from the springs and picked up one trash bag worth of trash.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Illegal Camping 6/20/2020 7:00 AM
Contacted Philip Tovar at the Perham Creek Trailhead parking area for illegal camping. When I rolled in he was sleeping in a cot he had next to his Red Honda sudan (CO/BXB-231). Philip was waking up as I pulled in. I educated him on areas to camp. He said he usually camps up coal creek but was too tired last night so he pulled in at Perham. Philip is living out of his car and does not have a place to go. He said he was not responsible for T.P. and waste. I gave him a written warning verbally.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 6/19/2020 5:00 PM
Town is busy with pedestrians / bikers . Compliance is low , with unmasked people in close proximity of each other.Only a few masks handed out.
8139 Penny Hot Springs Trash 6/19/2020 4:30 PM
The parking zone is looking rough- lots of trash. I was running out of time and didn’t have time to try and clean it up. If someone is in the area would be good to grab a big trash bag
8139 Perham Creek Trailhead Trash 6/19/2020 2:30 PM
Removed a fair amount of TP from the woods on the top of the circle. There’s an established trail that leads off the top of the circle that appears to be used as a bathroom. Also removed a cardboard box fill with empty bottles and a bunch of paper.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 6/19/2020 12:00 PM
Several concerned reports of people all over town without masks and not social distancing. A few masks handed out.
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 6/19/2020 11:00 AM
Turned away two RFC employees from parking in the lot. Black Jeep Cherokee ( CO: BTG- 438). Lot was fairly full and all other cars appeared to be trail users
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 6/19/2020 11:00 AM
Seems like the RFC employees showed up around 11. Worth patrolling around then
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Followed-up on issue 6/19/2020 10:45 AM
Turned away two construction trucks attempting to park in Ajax lot.
8135 Administration Written Warning 6/19/2020 10:00 AM
PA for Drew Slocum has been reduced to a written warning.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 6/18/2020 5:30 PM
Most on the mall are compliant with masks . A few complaints of the people who not compliant walking a bit too close.
8139 Sky Mountain Park E-bike Contact 6/18/2020 4:30 PM
Contacted Steve Horowitz and Bobby Carp of LA and St Louis e biking at the top of cozypoint. They were unaware of the regulations and didn’t “even see the signs”. A friend, who also owns an ebike, told them that they were good to ride these trails. Turned them around and had them ride back down cozyline.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 6/18/2020 3:00 PM
Oliver from Ajax Adventure Camp called for tips and info for this summer at NSNP. We discussed new parking and safest practices for kids at the nature preserve in busy areas. I also reminded him that they had not completed their permit requirements. Oliver is aware and said he is working on getting his crew oriented and will have it all sorted with OST before taking kids out.
8136 Lani White Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/18/2020 2:30 PM
A woman contacted me about a shovel and clippers in the brush off Lani White Trail. She was concerned someone may be building a trail. I informed her this may be associated with a previous contact with something earlier this week. I went to look for the gear but was UTL.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/18/2020 1:30 PM
DOL with Kyle Austin near upper private drive. Discussed wildlife and busy trails. First offense.
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 6/18/2020 11:30 AM
I was contacted by a mountain biker regarding the construction company taking up the lower Smuggler Parking area. The man pointed out 8 vehicles that were likely associated with the construction. He explained there have been multiple times he was unable to park in the area due to construction. I informed him we were aware of the issue and I would forward it up the line again.
8139 Open Space & Trails Trails 6/18/2020 9:00 AM
The blue and white bike has been donated to Roaring Fork Cycling. They’re stoked!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/17/2020 5:00 PM
Contacted occupants of RV setup in North Lot. Educated on camping and dusk-to-dawn closure regs. Friendly chat.
8139 Roaring Fork River Whitewater 6/17/2020 5:00 PM
There’s a pinned red Mamba kayak stuck in “Picket fence” (not on the river map- but between hell’s half mile and Sunshine). I wasn’t able to get a visual but from the kayaker’s description it is pretty pinned and won’t be moving with water level changes. I’ll try tomorrow to see if it’s visible from RGT
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/17/2020 4:45 PM
Cited Kristen Lowe for violation of Management Plan (amplified music and glass prohibited) and warned for entering closed area beaching on upstream side of JHS with 8 companions.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/17/2020 4:45 PM
Written Warning: Amy Acklen for for violation of Management Plan (amplified music and glass prohibited, entering closed area) with 8 companions. Acklen’s companion, K. Lowe, took responsibility for behavior and received a ticket.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/17/2020 4:45 PM
Lectured group of 9 ladies who beached SUPs on upstream side of JHS with glass alcohol bottle and loud amplified music. Educated all on why the nature preserve is worth protecting and why specific rules are in place. Issued one written warning and one ticket for multiple offenses. Group seemed mostly open to our nature learning moment.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/17/2020 4:30 PM
Contacted and educated a family of four with two little kids on beach directly in front of North Lot. They were figuring out their kids’ watercraft and not intending to trespass.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 6/17/2020 4:30 PM
Had a friendly chat with Charlie Houpton at the JHS gate about GBH sightings. Charlie monitors the herons on North Star and has permission to park at the gate in his silver Toyota SUV (CO:999-JOY) often with an old golden retriever inside it. Charlie was excited we’ve been seeing herons at JHS again.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 6/17/2020 4:00 PM
Deputy Wheatley cleared at least 40 people from the hot springs closure between 10:00am and 4:00pm.
1557 Marolt Open Space Issued citation 6/17/2020 2:00 PM
Construction truck with trailer parked on open space, at Castle Creek Rd. Co. MKO-471
8139 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/17/2020 1:00 PM
Noticed 3 bike tracks leading to the beach
8135 Aspen Valley Ranch/Red Canyon Trail Parking 6/17/2020 12:45 PM
Pink-tagged large trailer without license plate in easement area near Red Canyon Trail.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Written Warning 6/17/2020 12:00 PM
Cited Drew Slocum for driving his Range Rover (CO: USQ-084) off-road across the lower pasture of Lazy Glen OS. Complaint called in by OST maintenance crew. I issued the PA to Slocum’s vehicle and then contacted him near trailhead to discuss violation. Slocum was fly fishing, recently moved here from Georgia, and was unaware of regulations. I let ticket stick, as Slocum had either passed a “no moto” sign or driven for some ways through the lowest agricultural field.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 6/17/2020 11:30 AM
Phone meeting with 1558 regarding upping our covid contacts by setting up a table in the mall area.
8135 Roaring Fork River Commercial Permit Check 6/17/2020 10:30 AM
Sent email to all commercial river outfitters alerting them to a complaint to the BOCC about lack of social distancing and mask use among clients and staff at Jaffee Park. I’ve observed similar issues at Stein Park. I also reminded them not to park in the white-striped area of the Stein Park loading zone, as this slows EMS access. On 6/14, I had to wait for customers and shuttles to move before I can access the trail during a medical call.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Covid/mask education contact 6/17/2020 9:30 AM
Several contacts made . No takers on free masks , all stating they are remaining distance from those not in their household.
1557 Marolt Open Space Everything great 6/16/2020 1:45 PM
Ride through of common camp areas . None found.Small amount of litter.
8135 Thomas Estates(btwn Prince Peace/Castle Creek) OSP Parking 6/16/2020 1:00 PM
Tagged four contractor trucks parked in lower Prince of Peace parking area. 8140 had earlier reported 13 contractor vehicles.
8135 BLM Crown Fire 6/16/2020 11:30 AM
Saturated a campfire that was warm to the touch with several gallons of water on BLM land next to Prince Creek Rd. Scattered fire ring. Red flag day.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 6/16/2020 11:30 AM
Several contacts made with people not wearing masks . Handed out a few masks .
8135 Red Wind Point Resource Damage 6/16/2020 11:00 AM
Inspected illegal trail build site on Red Wind Point OS. It appears Piffer has adequately removed the bike jumps he built near Crystal Circle. Piffer did a poor job of restoring the upper section of the trail. I took a few minutes to pull brush and leaf litter back over the trail to naturalize it.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 6/16/2020 10:45 AM
Removed two from the Penny Hot Springs closure. Spoke with two more groups in the pullout, gave directions to other towns, and recommended commercial hot springs nearby.
8135 Redstone River Parcel Educational Contact 6/16/2020 10:30 AM
Contacted family cooking breakfast behind DIY box truck camper. Friendly Texans headed to Royale Gorge after camping in Redstone CG. Educated on regional fire danger and directed them to properly dispose of charcoal (prohibited on OST property).
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 6/16/2020 10:00 AM
Bollards at Penny Hot Springs closure had been thrown on the ground and scattered. Signs had been ripped down for at least the sixth time. Righted bollards and salvaged a few signs to mark the closure.
1557 Meadows Open Space Followed-up on issue 6/16/2020 9:45 AM
Searching for a lost small brown Bulldog as reported by owner . UTL.
8135 Mills OSP Mutual Aid 6/15/2020 7:00 PM
Chimed in and provided 79 with location of RP (who I recently contacted camped in a white bus) on report of woman screaming about wanting to shoot someone. Turned out to be a disturbance at the sanctioned campground - it seems like the site is generating a law response every couple days.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/15/2020 4:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Carrie Smith of Laguna Beach for friendly black and white Aussie off-leash at HCT staircase. No leash. First contact.
8135 Randall Park Written Warning 6/15/2020 4:00 PM
Contacted juvenile Caden Contreras building a short illegal trail on Randall Park OST parcel below Lani White Trail along Hunter Creek. I lectured Contreras on why trail building is illegal and why OST is very careful about how we build trails to protect wildlife. I spoke with Contreras' mother at his residence and then 8140 helped us complete restoration work on the damaged area. Contreras put in good work returning the land to a relatively natural state and seems to have learned his lesson.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/15/2020 3:30 PM
Mika Anami Dog at the Beach in NSNP. Friendly. Easy Contact
8135 Lani White Trail Educational Contact 6/15/2020 3:30 PM
Educational contact with man on a one-wheel on lower portion of Lani White Trail. Young guy with a tattoo on his leg. He immediately agreed to carry it while on trail. I was about to make a separate contact for illegal trail building, so I made it quick.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/15/2020 3:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Judy Sedlak for two golden-mixes (one adult, one puppy) off-leash at Benedict Bridge. Contacted back in 2010. Delivered respect for other trail users and COVID19 lecture. Informed next contact will result in a ticket.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/15/2020 1:00 PM
Completed another CORA request from Aspen Journalism. Reminder - please direct anyone with media or open records requests to me.
8135 Red Wind Point Resource Damage 6/15/2020 1:00 PM
Called Matt Piffer. Piffer said he is removing the illegal trail today.
8138 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 6/15/2020 12:30 PM
Robert Dillon DoL on Stein Trail, works/lives at AABC. Friendly, asked about leash/swimming, asked to leash dog while on trail and moving, dog could swim/play on beach without leash
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Counters 6/15/2020 11:30 AM
Fixed trail cam at jhs
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 6/15/2020 10:00 AM
Called Frank Scotti (d.b.a. Nomad) and gave strict lecture on group size violations, allowing private groups to piggyback on commercial trips, being more polite and forthcoming with rangers, and the consequences of poor conduct on the preserve (i.e. loss of permit, further restrictions by the County, and legal disputes with landowners). Scotti was apologetic and expressed commitment to being a better partner in protecting North Star.
8135 Sheriff's Office Vandalism 6/15/2020 10:00 AM
Filed cold theft report with 66 for wildlife camera stolen from Red Wind Point OS between 6/11-6/13. CN #20P010518.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 6/14/2020 5:00 PM
Accepted payment for I. Vardy (PA #2209) and I. Tobin (PA #2202).
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 6/14/2020 5:00 PM
Claire Chan and 14 others at beach adjacent to JHS, partying and all over the closure.
8137 Jaffee Park Wildlife 6/14/2020 4:00 PM
I saw a great blue heron on the RFR along the Jaffee River trail.
1557 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Campsite found/evicted 6/14/2020 3:00 PM
Reported to me of a campfire ring and camp scene on the lower Maroon creek trail . No camp but a wooden Tepee frame and benches .
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/14/2020 2:45 PM
Erik Kaufman, DoL and Dog in the closure at South Gate.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 6/14/2020 2:30 PM
Responded to E-bike accident at Mile 37.0 RGT. Performed patient assessment and then helped with access. 24yo male, A&Ox4, dislocated left shoulder, minor abrasions, negative for COVID19. Patient crashes after bug flew into his face. Aspen Ambi administered ketamine, was unable to reduce the dislocation on scene, and transported patient to AVH. I dropped off patient’s bike at the rental shop.
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Trails 6/14/2020 1:30 PM
Wildlife camera at jhs has no data, needs new batteries
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/14/2020 12:30 PM
Responded to a DOL on the upper Rio. MM 33. UTL. See email.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/14/2020 12:15 PM
Jackie Cuyler, DoL and Dog in closure, at the beach
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 6/14/2020 12:00 PM
Spending time in the Mall area educating people about covid 19 and offering masks to thoes who need one. Not many takers.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/14/2020 12:00 PM
Glass at the Beach, Aaron May, Natalia Mederos
8135 Red Wind Point Resource Damage 6/14/2020 11:00 AM
Inspected illegal trail build on RWP OS. M. Piffer has yet to do any restoration work. It also appears someone stole our “no motorized” sign from the Nettle Creek side of RWP Trail.
8137 Administration Lost and Found 6/14/2020 11:00 AM
I sent the report for stolen wildlife camera to SO C1. Also copied rangers. Please update report as necessary.
8135 The Drool Parcel Patrol/Outreach 6/14/2020 10:00 AM
Contacted two trucks at The Drool who 63 thought might be campers - just friendly day hikers with dogs on leash. Busy day in Redstone with vehicles at every trailhead and people milling about the Coke Ovens.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 6/14/2020 9:45 AM
9 vehicles parked in Penny Hot Springs pullout. Removed and warned 4 people (with two dogs) in closed area. Moved along 2 more to better riverside snack spot in Redstone. Chatted with several more parked for climbing or boating purposes.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Double w/other officer 6/14/2020 9:00 AM
Protest patrol.
8135 Red Wind Point Patrol/Outreach 6/13/2020 6:00 PM
Someone has stollen the camera at Red Wind. It looks like they took an ax to cut the cable, they have damaged the tree. I'll send an email with photos.
8135 Redstone Boulders OS Patrol/Outreach 6/13/2020 5:30 PM
Noticed a van that looked like it may be staying over night. White Ford Transit (CO-704).
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 6/13/2020 5:00 PM
Contacted 16 people at once in the hotsprings. There is one large pool constructed, I did not have time to take down. They were all from out of the area.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Helmet education 6/13/2020 4:00 PM
1 mask provided
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 6/13/2020 2:00 PM
Handing out face masks to people who need them.
1559 Parks Office Double w/other officer 6/13/2020 1:00 PM
worked on prep for downtown mask initiative (signs/ bags of masks)
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/13/2020 12:00 PM
Contacted a man and his two young children at the James H. Smith Beach. He was pulling over to give his children a break. Understanding and compliant.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/13/2020 10:30 AM
Frank Scotti of Nomad, Launched more than 6 people (I observed 10). Reduced from PA to written warning.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Called to scene 6/13/2020 9:00 AM
Traffic closure for saturday protest
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Called to scene 6/13/2020 8:00 AM
Protest patrol.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/12/2020 5:00 PM
It seems that town and open space are full of tourists. A whole new crowd of people have arrived.
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 6/12/2020 4:00 PM
A man on an electric scooter cruised through Jaffee parking lot coming from the Rio. He turned left on smith hill or aspen mass. I pursued in the vehicle and waited at intercept lot to hopefully intercept him. UTL. Let’s keep an eye out. Possible work commuter.
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 6/12/2020 2:45 PM
Pink tagged - CO BTI-157, CA 6GHL157, CO 367-PDR. Suspected of parking in lot and accessing RFC. BTI-157 had been documented by 8138 on 6/4.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/12/2020 1:00 PM
Contacted John Chadbourne for being off trail near the river about 100 yards upstream from the beach. When I got there he was rigging a fishing line. He said that he had planned to fish and that he did not see any signs on the way down from his car. His car was parked just up from the beach. Checked his fishing license. Compliant, From Colorado Springs. WW.
8139 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 6/12/2020 12:30 PM
The whole bike fleet has now been tuned &repaired! Ready to ride
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/12/2020 12:00 PM
I floated North Star to inventory popular beaches. I will share my google map via e mail. One contact on beach across from JHS. I also fixed one sign that was hanging. And I brought in a quiet zone sign that could not be fixed. There is an empty 4x4 in the that location.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 6/11/2020 4:30 PM
Contacted Liz Lasko DOL coming back on to the trail after getting in the water. Chatted about the wildlife in the area and safety rationale for keeping dogs on the leash. She had been contacted (2010, 2011) in the same zone for DOL. Issued a verbal WW due to COVID And explained that the next contact would result in a fine/ticket.
1556 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Dog off leash - education contact 6/11/2020 12:30 PM
1556 Marolt Open Space Found resource damage 6/11/2020 11:00 AM
Big tree down in Bergman. Went and cleared trail except for biggest. Reported to city forester and let him know there is 2 big snags above the fallen tree. Heads up.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/10/2020 4:00 PM
Wildwood and Stillwater were busy and clustered around 4pm. 6 cars parked illegally at Stillwater. No cars parked in "No Parking" at Wildwood after about 10 minutes of direction.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/10/2020 11:30 AM
Contacted Jane Kelleher DOL. First contact. Thought that because of COVID changes that affected HCT. Informed her of the regs and had a nice chat about other less populated hikes. VW
8135 Red Wind Point Patrol/Outreach 6/10/2020 10:00 AM
Met with ted and did a thorough walk through of Red Wind Point open space. Noted someone had turned the camera to face the other direction. I will harvest SD and put the camera in a different spot tomorrow.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 6/09/2020 5:30 PM
Stopped by the Mills OS boundary with the Intercept Lot. Mancia has cleaned up dog waste on open space and the tent I tagged is gone. Said hi to Merlin camped in his white van.
8138 Stein Park (AVLT) Illegal Camping 6/09/2020 5:30 PM
Observed a man walking up toward stein park, when I said hi he was visibly uncomfortable. I biked upstream and waited for him to come by, he didn’t. 5’7” medium build, blonde, had a large backpack
8138 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 6/09/2020 5:15 PM
DoL for Stephanie Stafford, Stein trail at intersection of RGT. Asked tons of questions about bears. Friendly
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/09/2020 4:00 PM
Interviewed by Aspen Journalism about heavy visitation to OST trail system.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 6/09/2020 3:00 PM
Submitted Puder (PA #2200) and Perkins (PA #2210) to court.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/09/2020 1:15 PM
John Lawrence of Fl DOL on Hunter Creek trail below diversion
1556 Snyder Park Found resource damage 6/09/2020 12:45 PM
Cut a few big trees blocking trails around Snyder and up park trail to 82
8135 Thomas Estates(btwn Prince Peace/Castle Creek) OSP Illegal Camping 6/09/2020 12:00 PM
Pink-tagged Chevy RV (CO:983-VKA) parked for multiple nights in lower (OST) Prince of Peace chapel lot.
1556 Rio Grande Trail Found resource damage 6/09/2020 10:00 AM
Cleared major down fall from shady lane to Herron park.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 6/09/2020 9:00 AM
Replaced vandalized closure signs at Penny Hot Springs. Removed two dumped car batteries from pullout.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Resource Damage 6/09/2020 9:00 AM
Worked with City rangers and OST maintenance crew to clear all paved County trails of fallen trees after snowstorm blowdown.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 6/09/2020 9:00 AM
Cleared tons of debris
8138 Stein Park (AVLT) Commercial Permit Check 6/08/2020 5:45 PM
Caught wind there was going to be a slaughterhouse race. Went to stein and Blazing had approx 4 boats, EME had 1, AWR had 1, and KAK was getting prepared to get a boat out. Discussed with 8135, the boats could launch. Discussed with the group that they must follow their public health orders per their companies and that they shouldn't gather at jaffee after the float.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 6/08/2020 5:00 PM
Completed open records request for Aspen Journalism regarding trail use data.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/08/2020 2:30 PM
Observed a tan/brown sedan parked halfway down access trail to the beach. I made contact from an distance, the car/contact made me feel suspicious so I stayed at a distance. The driver was reclined and when I got his attention drove away towards the pass. CO aad-y07
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 6/08/2020 2:30 PM
Cleaned trash from all of nsnp, clean for a Monday morning!
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 6/08/2020 2:30 PM
Took a child’s pfd from Stillwater to so office
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/08/2020 2:15 PM
At 1415 dispatch aired a call of a hit and run at Stillwater. Ford econoline vs Ford F-150. APD responded, deputies were not close by. Vehicle owners exchanged information.
8135 Wheatley Gulch Trails 6/08/2020 1:00 PM
Cut downed tree at Mile 27.0 RGT called in by CPW. Tree was partially overhanging Lower River Rd. and obstructing the tree. One trail user screamed at me when I asked his family to walk around on the road shoulder while I was operating a chainsaw. 8140 assisted with traffic control.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/08/2020 12:00 PM
Dispatch aired a criminal mischief call for the Dorais Way gate being “smashed in.”
8135 Red Wind Point Resource Damage 6/08/2020 11:00 AM
Spoke with Matt Piffer about illegal trail build on Red Wind Point Open Space border. I agreed to give Piffer until Friday to remove the trail.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 6/08/2020 8:15 AM
Removed one man from the Front Range from the Penny Hot Springs closure. All closure signs have been ripped down and removed.
8138 East of Aspen Trail Maintenance 6/07/2020 5:30 PM
Cleared tree debris from path between jhs and South Gate
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 6/07/2020 5:30 PM
Contacted two minors on the beach near the trail and closure on the downstream side of jhs. Discussed negative wildlife interactions
8138 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 6/07/2020 4:30 PM
Saw a gentlemen getting ready to ride a one wheel on East of aspen trail, discussed where he could ride
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 6/07/2020 4:15 PM
Blazing adventures was taking out, their driver had taken the orientation And was compliant with all regs
8135 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 6/07/2020 3:30 PM
Responded to stranded cyclist in Sky Mountain Park. Contacted subject at top of Radar Road. Performed basic patient assessment. Subject denied ambulance and was negative for COVID, so I transported him and his mangled bike to his house with masks on. Accident was result of a bike vs. bike collision on Skyline Ridge Trail. Subject will send me a map so Buell can trim sight lines.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/07/2020 3:15 PM
Contact with Claire Finley for beaching on the south side of river across from JHS. Verbal written warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/07/2020 3:15 PM
Contact with Ray Marfino for beaching on the south side of river across from JHS. He was floating in an inner tube, and had stopped to warm up. Verbal written warning.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Educational Contact 6/07/2020 3:15 PM
Contacted two cyclists riding uphill on (closed) Radar Rd. I explained that the road is an emergency access and that I was responding to an injured cyclist. I made the cyclists ride back down the road (and ride all the way back up Airline Trail) in lieu of citing them.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/07/2020 3:00 PM
Cleared dangerous traffic conditions at MM 43.0. Observed children walking in traffic, moved multiple vehicles out of the highway, and warned others for parking illegally. Observed multiple U-turns on the highway. Educated one visitor leaving the river with an off-leash dog and lectured parent of kids about traffic danger. Requested assistance from deputies and 2220 responded.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Penalty Assessment 6/07/2020 2:45 PM
Contact with Mo Elliott of New Mexico for dog in a closure at the North Star Nature Preserve. I observed two men and a dog on a beach river left across from the Jams H Smith OS. First contact. penalty Assessment.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Educational Contact 6/07/2020 1:30 PM
Moved along three juveniles from river left gravel bar on upstream side of JHS. I think we need a sign at this location as I contact people here daily and some are legitimately confused.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 6/07/2020 1:30 PM
(Verbal) Written Warnings: Erica Goth, Morgan Leasure, and Quinn Rambert for beaching across from James H. Smith OS and playing music on their phone. All juveniles and polite. Lectured on wildlife protection and “float through use only.”
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 6/07/2020 1:00 PM
2220 and FPO Noah were out at Wildwood. Quite busy. “Where to park?” sign boards appear to be getting some compliance in no parking zones. 2220 ran several parties for parking violations.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Maintenance 6/07/2020 12:45 PM
I cut a bunch of branches that were impeding the path at the Stillwater take out.
8137 Roaring Fork River Accident/Rescue 6/07/2020 12:15 PM
Responded to swift water rescue at Stillwater ln, Three supers went through the rapids and over the spillway below Stillwater ln. All three river runners were accounted for, but scraped up. He sups were being recovered by APD. I took a report of what happened from the three boaters. See report.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 6/07/2020 12:15 PM
Contacted and lectured two juveniles who paddled beyond Stillwater Bridge and trespassed on private property. I pointed out the diversion that had recently injured three other paddlers and notified them they had violated the law.
8135 Mills OSP Verbal Warning 6/07/2020 11:00 AM
Verbal Warning: Rhea Mancia for allowing dog waste to accumulate on Mills Open Space near the white bus she lives in with Jeff Linder. Bus is camped in the Intecept Lot. Mancia agreed to clean up waste within 24hrs. I gave her my card and asked her to report issues with adjacent latrine that has formed on open space.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 6/07/2020 11:00 AM
Pink-tagged tent halfway on Mills OS parcel in Intercept Lot instructing occupant to move tent to sanctioned camping area and notifying them of requirement to properly dispose of waste (likely connected to latrine in woods).
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/07/2020 11:00 AM
Found a citizen with broken seat post near mm 37.5
8137 Administration Maintenance 6/07/2020 10:30 AM
I put a PFD, throw bag and helmet in 106. Also, we need to find the PPE that goes with the chainsaw in 106
8135 Cora May Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/07/2020 10:00 AM
Patrolled Cora May OS and Mills OS with 8137 - all clear.
8138 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 6/07/2020 9:45 AM
Dol Golden retriever belonging to Mary jo trish. Didn’t have a leash, said she knew the law, clearly trying to leave the contact
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/07/2020 9:30 AM
Dol Luis hernandez mm 38.5, compliant, discussed Pitkin outside and other places to hike
8137 Airport Ranch Parking 6/07/2020 8:30 AM
The white truck at Airport Ranch OS has been removed!
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 6/06/2020 5:00 PM
A red Subaru Forester ( CO 886-THJ) with a roof tent is parking on “Pitkin Iron parcel 856” according to ESRI. Unknown if they’re parking here or camping. 8136 also noticed it a few days ago
8139 Glassier Open Space Maintenance 6/06/2020 2:45 PM
Some big branches came down around the property, most are on the leased side. One I was pretty close to hitting the smaller greenhouse and the others came down around the driveway on that side. A huge limb came down in the front yard -see email.
8139 Hooks Spur Lot Signage 6/06/2020 2:00 PM
Straightened out the No Overnight parking signs in the lot
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 6/06/2020 7:15 AM
Picked up and replaced all of the signs that had been thrown around by someone during the night.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/05/2020 5:00 PM
Contact with Erin Lentz for exiting the river at a non designated trail, walking through the meadow with sup boards to get back to their car. It was starting to rain. I explained the regs and the wildlife rationale. Receptive locals. Verbal written warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/05/2020 5:00 PM
Contact with Karrie Sims for exiting the river in a non designated trail, walking through the meadow with sup boards to get back to their car. It was starting to rain. I explained the regs and the wildlife rationale. Receptive locals. Verbal written warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/05/2020 5:00 PM
Contact with Michael Bradley for exiting the river in a non designated trail, walking through the meadow with sup boards to get back to their car. It was starting to rain. I explained the regs and the wildlife rationale. Receptive locals. Verbal written warning.
8139 James H. Smith Open Space Trash 6/05/2020 4:45 PM
Picked up some irrigation pipe from near the gate, may have been there for a while ....
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/05/2020 4:30 PM
The new signage at NS is going to change our flow patterns. There will be more people carrying rafts and sups on the trails, leading to congestion with bikers. And Craig and I both warned two separate groups for walking through the meadow near North Gate because they were cold, and their cars were there...,
8139 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 6/05/2020 4:15 PM
Pink tagged 2 vehicles at wildwood. One for parking in the loading zone (CO EQS-722 black highlander ) Second (CO 030-ZDT red Subaru xc) for parking in the fire lane. Also tagged a bike asking them to use the bike rack instead of our 10min loading zone sign. It was a cluster at 345-415 - ambulance and the school bus both drove through
8135 Cora May Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/05/2020 4:00 PM
Contacted the van located at Cora May with 8137. The man was named George and from Glenwood Springs. He claims he comes here to hike and was not camping.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/05/2020 3:00 PM
Issued Tyler Beauregard a Verbal Written Warning for stopping and getting out on the beach upstream of James H. I had informed him of the regulations at Wildwood earlier today, so I bumped it to a WW (done verbally per COVID protocol).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/05/2020 2:00 PM
1557 and myself did a walk through of Duffy's Wiggles. We did not locate any camps. We did see the man I suspected of camping near the river by the Meadows bridge. He was juggling but did not have a camp set up. 1557 reported that he had later moved on.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/05/2020 12:45 PM
Noticed a man in his 20s/early 30s walking down the upper Rio from shady ln. He had a large pack and seeping pad. He was looking at me as if he was concerned. I said hello but he kept walking. We will want to check the Rio camping areas.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Penalty Assessment 6/05/2020 11:45 AM
Contact with Ian Tobin and 5 ladies who were beached across from James H Smith closure. Issued all warning for trespassing and issued Tobin for dog in the closure. First contact. Penalty assessments.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/05/2020 11:45 AM
Contact with Emily Nordmann for beaching river left in NS. Verbal written warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/05/2020 11:45 AM
Contact with Laura Parrott for beaching river left in NS. Verbal written warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/05/2020 11:45 AM
Contact with Kristin Bersani for beaching river left in NS. Verbal written warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/05/2020 11:45 AM
Contact with Sydney Reinhardt for beaching river left in NS. Verbal written warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/05/2020 11:45 AM
Contact with Lara Olender for beaching river left in NS. Verbal written warning.
1557 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Called to scene 6/05/2020 11:30 AM
Davida Roho called out to me on the lower part of Hunter Creek trail that her older dog could not get out of the river and was washing downstream . I was able to get the dog to safety.
8137 Administration Ticket Follow-up 6/05/2020 10:30 AM
I deposited a check for PA for Peggy Foster and Larry MacIntyre.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 6/05/2020 10:00 AM
8137 and myself cleared out a [fat] tree that had fallen across the trail and another smaller one. Didn’t have time to get the trees on Lollipop -will get later
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 6/05/2020 9:15 AM
Monitored 20 and Holy Cross visit and remove camp from Stein River area.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/05/2020 9:00 AM
Attended Pitkin County Housing Stability Coalition Meeting.
8135 U.S. Forest Service Property Illegal Camping 6/04/2020 6:00 PM
Emailed Chris Mandrick a location of a dropped camper I discovered hidden at the pullout for Bear Creek.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/04/2020 5:00 PM
Contacted Jordan Cramer DOL - first contact VW. Compliant after a discussion of wildlife in area. Explained future contacts will result in PA/ fine.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 6/04/2020 5:00 PM
Assisted 1556 cutting a tree that had fallen across the Rio above Duffy’s wiggle (mm40). 8138 brought the chainsaw and supervised to make sure we were looking good (safe)
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 6/04/2020 5:00 PM
Collected McClure Pass cam and Bear Creek cam.
8136 East of Aspen Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/04/2020 4:30 PM
Tree down partially blocking the trail. Aspen Tree was taking care of it by the time I saw it.
8137 Hooks Spur Lot Trash 6/04/2020 3:45 PM
Picked up trash at hooks spur. The usual. Old wet wipes, newer wet wipes and cigarette butts.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/04/2020 2:45 PM
I noticed an ammo can on the side of the road between the two BLM campsites. I pulled over to investigate. I had a weird feeling right of the bat and contimplated not opening it but did not want to leave it or put it in my truck without knowing what it was. I opened it and found multiple items including a fire arm. It looked to be a 9mm. I contacted 20 and had her come get it. As she was pulling up the gun owner biked by and claimed it at his, it must have fallen out when he was driving. I let 20 handle the contact and I cleared.
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 6/04/2020 1:00 PM
Barry Croissant with Holy Cross contacted the SO about the camps near the river off of the Stein Trail. I went with 20 to show how to access and where they were. They are going to make an attempt to contact the camper in the morning. If they do not make contact it sounds like they'll recommend Barry to remove the items.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/04/2020 10:45 AM
Contact with Tony Pirkryl for DOL on the HCT. Local, knows the rules. First contact verbal warning.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/04/2020 9:00 AM
Met with three FS employees and gave a NS/wildwood orientation. Non of the attending FS staff have the ability to ticket and said they were instructed to stop into wildwood while on their way up and down the pass.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/03/2020 4:45 PM
Issued JohnPaul Macdonell a PA for fishing from shore within NSNP. Visiting from out of state, polite and apologetic. Directed him to other places and PitOutside
8139 Open Space & Trails Trails 6/03/2020 2:30 PM
Finished collecting the trail counters- Complete
1556 Snyder Park Litter all over 6/03/2020 12:00 PM
Found bear trash on trail right across from hwy 82 home. They had their address right on the amazon box. Called co to follow up.
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Followed-up on issue 6/03/2020 10:00 AM
Reports of rafters not being 6 feet apart.All were compliant.
1557 Marolt Open Space Litter minimal 6/02/2020 3:45 PM
Walk through found no camps and minimal litter.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 6/02/2020 3:00 PM
EMS call of a female "severely bleeding"originally. 20 was first on scene, and called off all response. The patient biked away. Call was near MM 29.5
8138 Administration Maintenance 6/02/2020 3:00 PM
picked up walter white from DIRT. If someone can take by the E-bike. They said the could look it over, order parts, and we could have it for the weekend if we needed, then they can fix it
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/02/2020 3:00 PM
CDOT has posted “no parking” signage along the HWY82 ROW at Mile 43.0; the signed zone was full of vehicles by mid-afternoon. Per Lindsey, our enforcement agreement with CDOT could be “two months” out and parking violations remain PCSO responsibility.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 6/02/2020 3:00 PM
Updated Google Sheet showing list of commercial staff who've completed mandatory North Star orientation (43 and counting).
8135 Nancy's Path Trails 6/02/2020 1:00 PM
Returned call to “Rob” regarding orange snow fencing along Nancy’s Path. Forward issue to Buell and Ted.
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Called to scene 6/02/2020 11:15 AM
Responded to more reports of a truck blocking the trail .UTL. put a no motorized vehicle sign.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 6/02/2020 10:00 AM
Returned call to “Martha” who reported cold possible mountain lion sighting on RGT near Raceway Drive. Answered questions about wildlife.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/02/2020 9:00 AM
observed CODOT putting up signs near stillwater takeout
8138 Administration Counters 6/02/2020 9:00 AM
Got most of the Sky counters, check the log, had to leave early for an EMS call.
8135 Redstone Park Accident/Rescue 6/02/2020 9:00 AM
Responded to medical call on 600 block of Redstone Blvd. for crashed bicyclist. Joined 63 and one firefighter on scene. 60yo male, A&Ox4, dizzy, pale/cool/clammy with possible abdominal and head injury. Compounding medical condition seemed possible. Assisted in packaging patient for transport by Carbondale Fire.
8135 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 6/02/2020 9:00 AM
Observed 8-10 person yoga class in Elk Park. Unclear if it was endorsed by the RCC or just impromptu. Let me know if it becomes a routine event.
1556 Stein/Red Butte Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/01/2020 4:30 PM
Texas folks with no lease on dog. We’re very friendly and compliant. Let them know about leash laws and gave them a leash. They were very thankful and said they would use it.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/01/2020 2:00 PM
Took several name and number calls from dispatch. Returned call to “Besty” regarding parking and regulatory questions at NSNP. Returned call to “Gordon” regarding parking ticket question; referred to PCSO.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 6/01/2020 2:00 PM
Submitted Jensen PA (#2197) to court. Accepted payment for Bauer PA (#2217).
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/01/2020 1:00 PM
Verbal Warning for Julie Young and Lady Fuller for DoL. Very standard interaction, very friendly.
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 6/01/2020 12:00 PM
Spoke with “Barry” at Holy Cross Energy and informed him of two campsites on company land adjacent to Stein Trail.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Lost and Found 6/01/2020 12:00 PM
8140 and myself found a noose hanging in a tree by the stein counter on the Rio. We reported it to the SO. We removed the rope and disposed of it. See email for pics.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/01/2020 11:00 AM
Contact with Eli Alpern for dog off leash on the HCT. Was not carrying a leash, so I provided one. First contact, verbal warning.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Educational Contact 6/01/2020 11:00 AM
Contacted and had a woman leash her dog as she left the Bull Pen TH. Woman claimed she’d been coming here for 20 years and never had to leash her dog; I clarified the trail has only existed for about two years.
8137 Administration Lost and Found 6/01/2020 10:30 AM
I turned in the abandoned bike from South Gate to the SO office.
8135 Crystal Trail Educational Contact 6/01/2020 10:30 AM
Contacted “Robert”, CPW Fish Hatchery Manager, in white/black/orange UTV on Crystal Trail. CPW is allowed to use the trail (CDOT ROW) to check bridges and ditches during high runoff. Robert is minimizing use and driving cautiously due to high trail traffic. Robert was the RP reporting violations by Iron Rose Cattle & Land (up to 30-40 trips on Monday). I later contacted “Noel” from Iron Rose driving an orange UTV on Crystal Trail at Mile 1.0 and informed him vehicle access on the trail is prohibited by Pitkin County. I referred Iron Rose to Paul for clarification and updated Paul on the situation.
8135 Thompson Creek Open Space Closed Area 6/01/2020 9:00 AM
Posted revegetation/stay out sign at Crystal stream bank stabilization project fence line on Thomas Rd.
8138 Administration Counters 6/01/2020 9:00 AM
I did an ebike patrol today, got east of aspen, Smuggler, Hunter, Upper Rio Grand, DART, Woody Creek, Arbany Kittle,
8138 East of Aspen Trail Illegal Camping 6/01/2020 8:45 AM
En route to get counters, I saw a group of Holy Cross employees, I inquired about the SubStation at the AABC and got a number for us as a contact
8135 Roaring Fork River Mutual Aid 5/31/2020 7:00 PM
Took welfare check call from dispatch for red kayak capsized in Roaring Fork River at Mile 8.0 Upper River Rd. I got flagged down by RP. I put on PFD and climbed down to the boat and found it unoccupied. I couldn’t get a brand or model name off it, but the boat would be easy to access by watercraft and isn’t pinned. Hopefully the owner will find it or call dispatch.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Resource Damage 5/31/2020 5:15 PM
Documented flooding on RGT (at “Mars” interpretive sign) caused by adjacent residence. Reported to Ted and BL.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/31/2020 5:15 PM
Verbal Warning: Dawn Davis with tiny, elderly DOL on RGT upstream of Stein Park.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Written Warning 5/31/2020 5:15 PM
Pink-tagged rental car (CO: AZG-H88) parked in Stein Park handicap parking space without ADA placard. Subsequently issued written warning to Dawn Davis, seasonal resident and subject of prior verbal warning for tiny DOL. Lectured on sensitivity and inclusivity towards people protected by the ADA.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/31/2020 5:00 PM
Lower section of Hunter Creek Trail is flooded and the creek is raging (probably runnable in a small boat from the condos to the confluence).
8137 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 5/31/2020 4:30 PM
There was some interesting parking nag at wildwood today, I pink tagged one vehicle and 79 and 10 both rolled through after!
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Maintenance 5/31/2020 3:30 PM
I spray painted several volcanoes on the middle rio between grange way and gerbaz. I also sprayed a few on the basalt mass trail above holland hills.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 5/31/2020 3:00 PM
Checked on unwell looking man sitting on rock at side of RGT soft-surface. He was OK - just resting. I educated about leash law and coyote danger to tiny dogs.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Educational Contact 5/31/2020 3:00 PM
Contacted and moved along boaters parked/unloading in Stein Park handicap spot. Lectured on ADA.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 5/31/2020 1:00 PM
14 cars parked, moved 2 people from springs. Other users must have been climbing and boating.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 5/31/2020 1:00 PM
Lauren Murley, Dog in the preserve. with a party of 4
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 5/31/2020 1:00 PM
Lauren Murley, Sophia Morris, Cameron Nesbit, Levi Chandler for management plan, walking on the preserve.
8135 Red Butte Trash 5/31/2020 11:30 AM
False alarm on a suspected campsite across the river from Stein Park on Red Butte Open Space. Turned out to be a large tangle of orange snow fencing. 1559 and I packed it out.
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Parking 5/31/2020 11:00 AM
Contacted a motorcyclist parked in front of gate at jhs
8138 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 5/31/2020 10:45 AM
Verbal warning to Leanda Cave for Dol East of aspen trail near South Gate. Friendly, asked where to take her dog fondue off leash
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Parking 5/31/2020 10:30 AM
Pink tagged vehicle (AL: 1BP8627) parked in handicap space at Stein Park with no visible placard.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/31/2020 10:30 AM
Contacted a group with 1 adult 4 kids on pool inner tubes, discussed water temp and high flow
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/31/2020 10:30 AM
Moved a group getting ready to put blankets out on meadow at beach
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 5/31/2020 10:00 AM
The beach is completely flooded today.
8138 Administration Meeting/Planning 5/31/2020 9:30 AM
Got the new pa forms from independence press
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 5/30/2020 6:00 PM
Sanitized 107
8138 Thompson Creek Open Space Maintenance 5/30/2020 4:45 PM
Slammed a post back into the ground and fixed the fence. Will probably be a ongoing issue
8138 Penny Hot Springs Signage 5/30/2020 4:15 PM
The signs are missing on the bollards going down to the hot springs.
8138 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 5/30/2020 4:15 PM
Moved a group along, 5 people, 2 cars.
8138 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 5/30/2020 3:15 PM
Moved a group of 4 along at Penny. 2 more cars came in and left while I was there
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 5/30/2020 2:00 PM
Cut the lock on the bike at South Gate. It is currently in the garage, no one was at SO office.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 5/30/2020 2:00 PM
FS FPO wrote two tickets. Wasn't busy do to rain, people were still parked terribly.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trash 5/30/2020 1:15 PM
Tires dumped at mm35 (intersection with raceway lane). See email
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Written Warning 5/30/2020 12:45 PM
Contacted Jonathan Dietz and family, Verbal written warning. Had a huge tent, coolers, blankets, etc in JHS. Super friendly and compliant after the contact. Asked questions where to take the kids.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 5/30/2020 12:30 PM
I was contacted by a man who had questions about picnics on the nature preserve. He had recently seen folks picnicking in the meadow and wanted to know the regs so he could spread the word if he sees it again. Thanks!
8139 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 5/30/2020 12:00 PM
Looks like “stick man” has been up at the Stein “ Picnic area” No signs of camping/belongings. Only a tree fort lean-to
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/30/2020 12:00 PM
Spotted a woman walking with a large black dog in the meadow DV of South Gate. I spoke with Another couple pumping rafts at South Gate with a dog so I redirected them to Wildwood. The original woman had gotten back to her vehicle and left before I could contact her. Another couple was pumping with a dog at Beachgate. I educated them and redirected to Wildwood.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 5/30/2020 7:30 AM
Early morning patrol Only 1 car at North Gate and appeared to be someone out for a walk
8139 Jaffee Park Parking 5/30/2020 7:00 AM
Took a swing through the lots early morning for overnight parking. Lots were empty except for rafters getting after the high water
8137 Administration Maintenance 5/29/2020 7:00 PM
106 is sanitized!
8135 Crystal River Valley Illegal Camping 5/29/2020 6:00 PM
I noticed a tent a bit off the road at mm 58.5 on 133 on Andrew Open Space. I contacted the individual and educated on legal camping. He picked up and left.
8137 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 5/29/2020 5:30 PM
There were two cars in the fire lane and one parked in the loading unloading zone. 74 was on his way, but all cars moved before he arrived. I asked him to check on it later if possible.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 5/29/2020 5:30 PM
I saw a blue heron at JHS!
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 5/29/2020 5:00 PM
Moved along 8 from a small cold water pool.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/29/2020 4:30 PM
Took a call from dispatch about a big party with tents at Stillwater bridge. I responded and did not see anything matching the description.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/29/2020 2:00 PM
Quiet day on the water. Saw a few groups while paddling up and everyone was following the regs. Drizzly afternoon showers kept things mellow for the most part
8137 Administration Maintenance 5/29/2020 1:45 PM
I purchased more zip ties, they will be on the shelf with the pink tags if you need to restock.
8137 Red Wind Point Verbal Warning 5/29/2020 11:30 AM
Contacted Matt Piffer concerning the jumps he was building on Red Wind point OS. I explained the property was closed and by altering the landscape he was damaging the resource. Matt was understanding but disappointed because he thinks the area is just a gulley washer. I explained we can not make exceptions. Matt agreeed to naturalize the jumps with the next 10 days. I told him we would check on his progress after that. Verbal warning.
8135 Arciero Trailhead Parking 5/29/2020 11:00 AM
8137 reported a van blocking a handicap space that had been there overnight at the arciero trailhead. It was gone by the time I got there.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 5/29/2020 10:30 AM
Assisted 20 with some Jurisdictional/Boundary questions up Thompson.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/29/2020 8:45 AM
Glassier gate had been locked back up. I opened it and Paul will be emailing the ranchers in the area to make sure they are leaving it unlocked when they use it.
8139 Jaffee Park Special Event 5/29/2020 8:00 AM
Redi delivered the porta potties today. Nice guy, going to put them at BHS and Prince Creek as well - I wasn’t sure on when those would be delivered but he was more familiar with those locations.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/28/2020 7:00 PM
Responded to a smoke report coming from Filoha area with Carbondale fire. It ended up being a bonfire on the wilden property. The folks renting the house were enjoying a fire.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 5/28/2020 5:45 PM
Dispatch gave 71 a name and number regarding a report of a woman who had been raped at PHS 5-6 months ago.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 5/28/2020 5:30 PM
I floated at NS this afternoon. It started slow, with good compliance. But... I contacted two people for beaching south side at JHS, I spoke to two people with bikes at JHS, I contacted two girls for music at NSB. I took a report of people and dog on south side of river. UTL. And at 1740 there were two cars in the fire lane at wildwood. 11 responded to ticket. There were also two dogs off leash at wildwood.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/28/2020 5:00 PM
Contact with Jaqueline Oberfeldfor audible music at NS beach. Very nice and apologetic. Verbal Written warning
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/28/2020 5:00 PM
Contact with Gwyn Guenther for audible music at NS beach. Very nice and apologetic. Verbal Written warning
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/28/2020 4:30 PM
There is some water on the trail near mm41. We have had the same issue with this spot before.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Written Warning 5/28/2020 3:45 PM
Contact with Jesse Thompson for trespassing in the closure at James H Smith. Written warning.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Written Warning 5/28/2020 3:45 PM
Contact Rosalyn Pergande for beaching river left at James H Smith. Rosalyn said she has been suping at NS for 13 years and never heard of the closure regulation. Verbal Written warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/28/2020 3:45 PM
I fixed the no trespassing sign directly across from South Gate put in today!
8136 U.S. Forest Service Property Vandalism 5/28/2020 2:45 PM
8138 and I were contacted by Brannan Bridger resident at Difficult Ln to report an issue with USFS property. His neighbors have installed a pump to remove the pond formed by a beaver dam in the area. I sent 2220 an email with his contact info.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/28/2020 2:30 PM
I contacted two men from Denver with picnic-like gear walking through James H Smith. I recommended the beach and gave them info on the nature preserve.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/28/2020 1:30 PM
I moved along 4 kids with a tiny dog at the takeout looking for the beach to hang at. Unfamiliar with the area. I Gave them the rundown.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 5/28/2020 1:00 PM
I was writing a pink tag to a vehicle parked in the turnaround when a person working at the wildwood school came out and claimed the vehicle. She explained she has worked at the school for many years and would sometimes overflow parking there for large meeting and such. I recommended trying to move it as it will likely end up as a ticket since we will assume its river use related.
1556 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Followed-up on issue 5/28/2020 12:00 PM
1558&1556 cleaned up the bigger trash left at hummingbird lode parcel and back filled the fire pit.
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Called to scene 5/28/2020 11:45 AM
Several contacts made with park users to remain distance.All compliant so far.
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Parking issues 5/28/2020 10:30 AM
Red tagged a construction truck parked in the Ajax Park Lot.
1557 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Called to scene 5/28/2020 9:30 AM
Reports of a construction truck parked on the trail , this has been an ongoing problem and is related to the house at 1100 Ute Ave. UTL,
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 5/27/2020 3:00 PM
Issued Timothy Novak of Nederland CO a PA for fishing from shore within the closure.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/27/2020 2:30 PM
Issued Molly Selisker from MN a WW for music at the beach. First contact, compliant and friendly. Due to COVID precautions i issued it verbally instead of paper. Explained that future contacts will result in PA/ Fine
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 5/27/2020 2:00 PM
Someone put a check book on the hood of 107 while I was at South Gate. Turned it into SO
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 5/27/2020 2:00 PM
Patrolled Mills Open Space. Tagged hammock camp in trees along the rim. Documented an adjacent latrine... very gross.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 5/27/2020 2:00 PM
Gorman paid for PA # 2160.
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 5/27/2020 1:00 PM
Patrolled Airport Ranch OS with 8136. Visited one persistent camp under East viaduct; tagged with note indicating we will report it to CDOT.
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Called to scene 5/27/2020 12:15 PM
Several reports of skaters in the closed park and not socially distancing.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Trails 5/27/2020 12:00 PM
Changed the SD card on Viewline
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/26/2020 3:00 PM
Spoke with J. Edelson by phone regarding his recent interaction with 8140 and had a productive conversation about Colorado water law and “float through use only” at North Star. Edelson was polite and understands the County policy.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/26/2020 3:00 PM
Spoke with Jim K. of ACES and set up tentative naturalist orientation(s) at NSNP for 0900-1200, 6/3/20.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Fire 5/26/2020 3:00 PM
Pitkin County is no longer under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions, per 01’s decision.
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 5/26/2020 2:00 PM
Added moose sign to smuggler, near bottom kiosk, opposite is dog sight and sound
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 5/26/2020 1:30 PM
Submitted A. Chamber’s PA (# 2193) to court.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 5/26/2020 11:00 AM
20 and 71 responded to a camp on private land or on open space at 28 Little Cloud Trail and contacted Michael Costello, a frequent open space camper. The deputies arrested Costello on a warrant.
8138 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Wildlife 5/26/2020 11:00 AM
Observed 2 moose after several reports between bts and the access road.
8138 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 5/26/2020 10:30 AM
Replaced ebike placard on bts post
8138 Public Works Office Maintenance 5/26/2020 10:00 AM
Brake light on 107 fixed
8138 Public Works Office Signage 5/26/2020 10:00 AM
Broke down some sandwich boards
8135 Red Wind Point Closed Area 5/26/2020 9:00 AM
Posted camera again at Red Wind Point mesa gate. Posted additional closure sign “Property Closed Behind This Sign.” Took photos of bike jumps still being built on property along Crystal Circle. Ted will attempt to find contact info for the responsible party.
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/25/2020 5:15 PM
Dog off leash, Michael Gottdenker. At the diversion. Friendly.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 5/25/2020 4:30 PM
Tagged a cruiser bike that has been parked multiple days at South Gate
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Educational Contact 5/25/2020 4:15 PM
Group of 4 had bikes, still on trail, and they were sitting on tubes when I made contact. They were using the tubes as sears, not to float. They were very friendly and compliant after a nice talk about moose, heron, beavers and the public process for developing policy. They claimed we’ll see them again and they will be fully compliant.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 5/25/2020 4:15 PM
contacted 2 individuals with innertubes walking across the meadow upstream from the takeout
8135 Brush Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/25/2020 3:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Lex Day for DOL x 2 (small tan/white dogs) on Brush Creek Trail. Polite person. Lectured on wildlife rationale for dog regulations and referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Educational Contact 5/25/2020 3:30 PM
Contacted man in Ranger River dropping off cyclists, possibly clients of Aspen Expeditions youth bike class, at base of Brush Creek Trail. I educated the man on parking restrictions and he moved along. Aspen Expeditions biking permit - OK.
8137 Lazy Glen Open Space Verbal Warning 5/25/2020 3:00 PM
Contact with Kem Carroll for two dogs off leash on Lazy Glen Open Space. She lives at lazy glen and is aware of the regulation. Extremely friendly, thanked me for the job we are doing, and said she “never sees anyone (on the trail or open space) at this time”. I reminded her we could be there anytime. First contact, verbal warning.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Educational Contact 5/25/2020 2:30 PM
Contacted cyclist on Skyline Trail who didn’t yield to uphill traffic (me) and almost caused an accident. Friendly, apologetic guy. Lectured on dusty, busy trail conditions.
8138 Stein Trail Maintenance 5/25/2020 1:45 PM
Stein switchbacks, fence collapsed, second fence above sanitation plant
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 5/25/2020 1:30 PM
Donald “Stickman” LaPointe moves his tent to the edge of the Intercept Lot after starting a fight and getting kicked out of the sanctioned camp. I looked on ESRI and determined he’s in the lot (and not on OST), but we’ll need to keep an eye on him. 10 told LaPointe rangers will ticket him if caught camping on open space. I emailed Nan (HHS) and 115 to update them. 115 says he will try to mediate, but LaPointe has been kicked out of the camp for bad behavior.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/25/2020 12:15 PM
Contact with Blake Alexander with dog off leash on the HCT. First contact, verbal warning.
8135 Red Wind Point Penalty Assessment 5/25/2020 11:30 AM
Cited Deborah Bauer for entering closed upper mesa of Red Wind Point. Issued Bauer warnings for two dogs off-leash. Also issued D. Bauer’s daughter, Emma Bauer, a warning for the same offenses. The women acknowledged seeing the posted closure sign and admitted to making a poor decision. Lectured on bighorn sheep conservation and referred to Pitkin Outside for additional trail info.
8135 Red Wind Point Verbal Warning 5/25/2020 11:30 AM
See above. Issued warnings to Emma Bauer for offenses related to trespass on Red Wind Point closure.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 5/25/2020 11:00 AM
Multiple climbers and boaters parked in the hot springs pullout today - no one in the pools. I flooded the upper pool again to discourage use. Replace damaged and missing closure signs with fresh copies.
8135 Redstone Park Educational Contact 5/25/2020 10:30 AM
Extra patrol of Redstone area at community request. Walked area parks and properties. Returned phone call from Chair Mtn Subdivision resident about Penny Hot Springs closure. Made one educational contact about pet voice & sight control in Elk Park.
8138 Sky Mountain Park Educational Contact 5/25/2020 10:30 AM
Two separate dol on high line near view line, contacted 243.
8138 Administration Commercial Permit Check 5/24/2020 7:00 PM
Called Jenni Peterson of Challenge Aspen asking her to file for an OST permit for the Marathon team. I introduced her virtually to Janet.
8135 Mills OSP Mutual Aid 5/24/2020 6:00 PM
Offered 10 access info for Mills Open Space related to a disturbance in progress involving someone being “threatened by a gang banger.” Incident turned out to be in the sanctioned homeless camp. LaPointe, the subject I moved into the camp from open space, was somehow involved. 10 determined call to be unfounded.
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Closure violation 5/24/2020 4:30 PM
Reapplied yellow caution tape to to swing set at Herron Park.
8135 Jaffee Park Penalty Assessment 5/24/2020 4:00 PM
Served citations to Larry MacIntyre and Peggy “Piglet” Harris-Foster for trespassing in Sky Mountain Park closure on 5/9/20. Harris-Foster and MacIntyre were photographed on closed Ditchline Trail by our trail camera; Harris-Foster was photographed trespassing twice. Harris-Foster and her husband were adversarial and uncooperative. MacIntyre was polite and cooperative. Both subjects admitted to being on the trail on the given dates. I ID’d both in Jaffee Park as they finished kayaking.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 5/24/2020 2:30 PM
Saw a large bear fjord the river at about mm 38.75. He looked very healthy and had no problem quickly crossing the river. He was walking toward 2 folks on the private property, I warned them, they stood up and made noise. The bear went the other way. He was being a good bear.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 5/24/2020 2:30 PM
Observed a group at mm 37.5 about to open some wine. I told them the no glass rule, they agreed and quickly put it away. Very friendly, happy to be outside.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 5/24/2020 1:45 PM
I spent two hours picking up trash at North Star today. There were no people recreating in the preserve, just a few people on the EOA trail. It was glorious.
8138 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/24/2020 11:30 AM
A relatively large tree has fallen parallel to the lollipop trail fully blocking the lollipop connector
8138 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/24/2020 11:30 AM
Snow is covering parts of the Tootsie roll trail
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 5/24/2020 11:00 AM
Contacted and removed two adults and a child from springs closure. Moved along four more motorists who stopped to chat. Voluntarily moved more climbers down to lower lot to avoid generating calls. River levels have come down again. Used a pickaxe to flood the one viable pool.
8135 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 5/24/2020 10:30 AM
Extra patrol of Redstone properties based on community requests. Walked the river parcel, Elk and Redstone Parks, Coke Ovens, and the Drool. Replenished dog bags in Elk Park. Moderate foot traffic.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 5/24/2020 10:00 AM
Contacted and removed one visitor from the hot springs closure. Moved along two motorists who stopped to check out the springs. Lectured about respecting mountain communities as a tourist during COVID19. Voluntarily moved two climbers to lower parking area to avoid generating calls.
8139 Airport Ranch Parking 5/23/2020 5:30 PM
The truck that was tagged by PCSO is still parked at the fisherman’s entrance to airport ranch. It’s beyond the 72 hour removal period posted on the tag -I imagine they will deal with it after the holiday weekend but perhaps need a reminder?
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/23/2020 5:00 PM
Noticed bluetooth speaker on a paddleboard from EoA Trail. Wasn't playing anything at the time but reminded of regs.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/23/2020 5:00 PM
A few groups with glass at wildwood. Natties were on it!
8136 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/23/2020 5:00 PM
Seemed like some treasures were left at the takeout. I'll check in the morning and see what we have.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/23/2020 3:15 PM
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Penalty Assessment 5/23/2020 2:30 PM
Cited Itzhak Vardy for DOL (Collie) on RGT at mm 39. 2nd offence, mostly friendly.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/23/2020 2:30 PM
Two educational contacts for emergencies- a small (>80lbs) had fallen into the water and the family had beaches across from James H. I explained the regulations and that getting out/off your boards is not allowed. Two teenagers were fishing from their paddleboards when one of them lost his reel and they “went into crisis mode” to get it back. They were aware of the regulations and trying to get back together to continue floating.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/23/2020 1:45 PM
I issued Matthew Boswelli a WW for entry in a closure for getting off his paddle board between South Gate and James H. I had spoken with the group as they launched at South Gate about the regulations and that there is no stopping or beaching within the preserve. As I was walking down EofA trail I spotted the group in an eddy and one of the members was off his paddle board sitting on the shore. Because I had spoken with the group at South Gate I elected to give him a WW. Due to COVID protocol I issued it verbally instead of issuing a paper PA. I explained the next contact would be a PA.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/23/2020 1:30 PM
A large group- bigger than the allowed 10 max PHO - was stopped at the beach. They were compliant, no glass or speakers or dogs, but still a large group. 8140 and I spoke to them and instructed them to break into smaller groups to comply with the PHO. They did and were polite, thanked us for doing our jobs.
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 5/23/2020 12:30 PM
Contacted Jeff Edelson about beaching directly adjacent to James H. He said he has a "right to float" and can use the "river corridor" and that Pryce told him that that was "fine." At the beginning he was confrontational, at the end, he decided to move the group downstream. There was a group of 8 and they were spread out all over the beach and in the foliage.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/23/2020 12:00 PM
Hayley Kremer, written warning for music in the preserve. I observed and heard music from the entrance of the beach. Complaint, friendly, stayed most of the afternoon
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Maintenance 5/23/2020 11:30 AM
Noticed passenger rear brake light on 107 is out when 8139 drove by
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 5/23/2020 11:15 AM
Pink tagged maroon Audi Q7 co apq220 At NSP takeout
8136 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Educational Contact 5/23/2020 11:00 AM
A woman leashed her dog when she saw me on HC Cutoff. I explained regs. She denied having her DOL on the lower section.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 5/23/2020 9:00 AM
A woman informed me there was a moose near the observation deck. I was unable to locate.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/23/2020 9:00 AM
Contacted people on three ATV's at the glassier gate. There cows had wondered the wrong direction and were coming down the ditch by Alek's place.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 5/22/2020 5:30 PM
Contacted a large group spotted on south side of river at the James H Smith OS. Verbal warnings were issued to Jon Fasanella, Nicholas Riley, Maggie Magileto, Maja Decker, and Chris Korley who was also warned for audible music. They were floating around n tubes and stopped to warm up. I explained regs and why tubes are a bad choice.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 5/22/2020 5:15 PM
Contact with Parker Roe for audible music at James H Smith in North Star. Friendly compliant, verbal warning.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 5/22/2020 4:00 PM
Stillwater was crazy at 4 pm. Multiple people parked far into the highway, over 20 people on the bridge, cars honking and yelling at each other (and me). 11 came and assisted. It was scary, someone is going to get hit. I cleared out the takeout rather fast.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/22/2020 3:30 PM
Contacted at least 15 people ready to pull over at the beach at James H Smith. I explained the no beaching policy.
8137 Lazy Glen Open Space Verbal Warning 5/22/2020 3:15 PM
Contact with Andre Schwegler for dog off leash at Lazy Glen Open Space. At first Andre was confrontational, raising his voice to tell me his dog was in voice and sight control. I explained to him that was not the regulation. After we talked for a min he was friendlier. First contact, verbal warning.
8137 Wheatley Beach Educational Contact 5/22/2020 2:30 PM
I spoke to a gentleman “jacob” who was using a gold club to attempt to cut the grass at Wheatley beach OS, so he could put down a blanket. I explained the property was open space and he should not change the landscape or flora. We had a nice chat, he was interesting and seemed to be an advocate of open space. I also asked him to make sure to pick up his beer cans.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 5/22/2020 2:15 PM
Contacted MC Reveal and “Pinot” just inside the fence, polite and cooperative. The dog was on leash so I decided to issue a VW instead of a ticket, also first contact. It’s her son’s dog and she doesn’t normally walk him.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/21/2020 4:30 PM
Contact with Grant Robicheaux for Dog in a closure at North Star beach. He thought the 6 ft rule was for leashes. Grant as very cooperative and compliant, he is not going to be a problem at NS. Written Warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/21/2020 4:00 PM
Fielded three complaints of people not wearing masks while passing on their bikes or while walking.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 5/21/2020 3:45 PM
Contact with Alek Larsen. He was walking out of the James H Smith closure. The boys, he was with friend (Antonio Alvarez) said they got lost and fell in the river. They were apologetic and embarrassed. Verbal warning.
1556 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Dog off leash - education contact 5/21/2020 3:30 PM
2 groups with dol. no masks either. Let them know about masks and dogs.
1556 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Litter all over 5/21/2020 3:00 PM
Cleaned up a lot of trash. Left from hunters in fall? Is it legal to camp there then? Need to get a grill out of there if anyone goes up with a vehicle right at hummingbird lode sign.
8139 Glassier Open Space Parking 5/21/2020 2:30 PM
Leasee Laura reported cars parking in front of the Glassier house/property. No cars when I arrived but I can imagine there will be a lot more traffic in the mid valley trail system with red hill closed. People get creative with their parking when it’s busy
8139 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 5/21/2020 12:00 PM
2 cars were parked when I pulled in with 2 people on the rim and 2 down near the pools. Moved them along after answering questions—from out of town— I broke apart the pools some more to make it less appealing to go down there
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Followed-up on issue 5/21/2020 11:45 AM
Met with 8136 looking for a reported camp . UTL.
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Followed-up on issue 5/21/2020 11:45 AM
8136 and myself searched for and found a tree house reported to me . It is on private property.
8135 Moore Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/21/2020 11:30 AM
1557 and myself did a sweep for camps on Moore open space and city open space. We did not locate any camps.
8139 Crystal Trail Parking 5/21/2020 11:30 AM
Contacted “Oliver” parked partially on the trail in an FJ Cruiser said he was working with Fales. Passed this along to Paul and 8135 following the emails yesterday about vehicles driving the trail.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/21/2020 10:30 AM
Contact with Sherry Schreiber for dog off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. I asked Schreiber if she was going to use her leash at the start of the trail, and she complied. Within five min her dog was off leash again. She Explained that she just had hip surgery and wanted to use her hiking poles. I explained that we did not make exceptions, but her safety comes first, she could drop the leash if needed. I can bet she took her dog off leash again. Friendly, verbal warning.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 5/21/2020 10:00 AM
Met with Chad Abraham, Pitkin County code enforcement, and discussed parking. All county parking spots in the lower lot were taken by construction workers. He said he was going to deal with it.
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill Dog off leash - education contact 5/21/2020 9:30 AM
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail User conflict 5/20/2020 4:45 PM
Contact made with 2 runners on the Ute trail reportedly not yielding to uphill traffic and just being rude to other trail users . They were compliant.
1556 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Dog off leash - education contact 5/20/2020 4:00 PM
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Patrol/Outreach 5/20/2020 4:00 PM
There was only room for 2-3 vehicles for Smuggler parking. I am meeting with Pitkin County's code enforcement tomorrow morning.
8135 Stein Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/20/2020 3:30 PM
Tagged the camp again on Stein giving a final warning. The camp was unoccupied. I have yet to see anyone there but things are always moved around.
1557 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Followed-up on issue 5/20/2020 3:00 PM
Met with 3 men who have been hanging out at a table in the park for several days . Explained the tables are for everyone to use and asked them to allow for others to have access to table . they were compliant .
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 5/20/2020 1:30 PM
Dispatch aired a call for caterpillars in the Rio at mm34. Intrigued I called on and rode down to check it out- UTL they had moved on by the time I made it. Probably turned to butterflies
1556 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Dog off leash - education contact 5/20/2020 1:30 PM
1557 Rio Grande Park Followed-up on issue 5/20/2020 12:00 PM
Contact with Luke ,( new owner of Aspen Velo ) reminding to advise rental customers to watch speed and control while riding.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/20/2020 12:00 PM
Windy day. Think it kept crowds down after the craziness the past few days
1557 Meadows Open Space Cyclist contact 5/20/2020 11:00 AM
Contact made with a female with 2 young kids on the Music Tent trail with bikes. Explained bikes were not permitted. Compliant.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 5/20/2020 9:45 AM
Helped a biker with bike issues .
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 5/19/2020 7:00 PM
Responded to report from Ted of two men trespassing off-trail in Filoha Meadows. CPW and PCSO were unavailable to assist. My response was delayed as I was on bike and we only had one truck for the crew; I still made it down in an hour from Aspen. I pulled the camera and determined the men left at 1720 (two minutes after Ted called me). The men exited, but didn’t enter, from our gate. The camera shows 3 trespasses and many nocturnal elk between 4/24-5/19.
8138 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 5/19/2020 6:00 PM
8135 reported a teal bike at camp at stein trail near sanitation plant, I will kayak and report on situation tomorrow’s
1557 Mollie Gibson Park Followed-up on issue 5/19/2020 6:00 PM
20+ people at the park waiting for sunset. All seem to be maintaining good distance .
1556 Herron/Newbury Park Closure violation 5/19/2020 5:30 PM
Swinger. Put the caution tape back up. Kids were watching and jealous they couldn’t swing.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/19/2020 5:00 PM
Welfare check on naked woman sitting on cement ledge at edge of Slaughterhouse Falls. Advised her friends of dangerous hole on that side of the falls. Fielded questions about “how to become a park ranger.”
1556 Meadows Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 5/19/2020 4:45 PM
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/19/2020 4:30 PM
Theo Von Staden, urinating in plain view on river left between North Gate and Stillwater. Explained why the no beaching regulation is in place and that recreation in COVID times needs caution.
1556 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/19/2020 3:15 PM
8135 Cora May Open Space Signage 5/19/2020 3:00 PM
8140 and I cleaned house at Cora May parcel. Posted a Carsonite “no camping” sign at the pad. Removed the bench and large fire pit. Cut down the structure, scattered firewood, and removed the fire pit on adjacent USFS land. Packed out garbage.
1556 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/19/2020 2:15 PM
1557 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/19/2020 1:00 PM
1557 Snyder Park Closure violation 5/19/2020 12:15 PM
Contact made with David regarding riding his Vespa type scooter on Snyder trail to access his home with groceries.Verbal warning.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 5/19/2020 11:00 AM
Check on camping gear tagged last Sat.Gear has been removed.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog waste - education contact 5/19/2020 10:00 AM
Rena tried to leave a bag of dog waste on side of trail claiming she would pick it up on her way back. She was compliant and carried it with her.
8135 Airport Ranch Parking 5/18/2020 6:00 PM
Checked on white Dodge pickup (CO: CGV-384, RO: David Dorssey of GJ, CO) parked for three days at Airport Ranch Fishing Access/Mile 36.0 HWY82. Vehicle contents appeared same as when I saw it yesterday. 10 orange tagged the vehicle for towing, but wasn’t interested in joining me for a hike (“prolonged hikes on open space looking for homeless camps is your job”). It took me awhile to get any response from PCSO today. I cautiously patrolled the area and found nothing. I’ll need to return with backup.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 5/18/2020 5:15 PM
I observed a large group in the Middle of the beach at NSP. They had music that was audible back to the post. I made contact and asked them to turn the music down. They acted like they didn't notice. I asked whose music it was. Alexis Conti finally turned the music down. I informed her of the management plan and she seemed defiant. I began to ask for her ID information and I informed her of her obligation to provide it and that I could cite her immediately. She provided the information.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 5/18/2020 4:30 PM
Written Warning: Peggy Everhart for DOL (yellow lab, “Hank”) on soft-surface portion of RGT at W/J. Ever hardy was dismissive of my explanation of the regs, but leashed dog upon request. Second contact with no change in compliance; I’m recording as a written warning, but didn’t hand out paper due to COVID19 protocol. I informed Everhardt next violation would likely result in a fine.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 5/18/2020 3:00 PM
Moved Donald “Stickman” LaPointe out of his campsite at MM 39.0. Hauled his belongings to the sanctioned encampment in the Intercept Lot with permission from 115 and the camp host.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 5/18/2020 3:00 PM
Contacted woman with DOL while handling camp call. She leashes dog immediately and was very compliant.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/18/2020 3:00 PM
Observed Kelsy Coon running with her dog on leash down valley. Her dog Balto Lunged with his teeth toward an upvalley runner. Did not appear to make contact, runner kept running. I made contact with Kelsey to make sure her dog stays in control
8138 Wheatley Gulch Agriculture/Lease 5/18/2020 2:30 PM
Observed a diversion overflowing onto lower river road. Emailed and then talked to Paul H.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Wildlife 5/18/2020 1:30 PM
Took cold report and RP info for mountain lion activity in Hunter Creek Valley from 48. Referred back to CPW.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 5/18/2020 1:00 PM
Contacted two visitors out of Illinois trespassing in the hot springs closure. I warned them of possible $100 fines and lectured on respecting rural communities during COVID19. The visitors clearly lied to me about not seeing the signs. 66 and 8140 joined contact.
8137 Moore Open Space Trails 5/18/2020 12:00 PM
I did a walk through of the Moore OS trails. I did not locate the camp reported by Bill. Bill said the camp was close to Hwy 82 just past the private property and the meadow. There were four deer in the meadow today. Nathalie and I walked through that area last year and noticed plenty of camping spots, and some very old camp materials.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 5/18/2020 11:00 AM
Contacted two visitors out of California looking to wash up at the hot springs. I lectured on respecting rural communities while recreating, fire danger, and COVID19. I moved them along to the beach in Redstone.
8135 Airport Ranch Patrol/Outreach 5/17/2020 6:00 PM
Checked on suspicious vehicle possibly parked for multiple days at the westernmost gate to AROS (Shale Bluffs). Smaller two-door white Dodge pickup (CO:CGV-384) with gas can, pick axe, and shovel in the back. Seems likely associated with illegal camping or trail building. Keep your eyes out.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/17/2020 5:00 PM
DOL with Morgan Degree heading East at Stein Park. Friendly and compliant.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Educational Contact 5/17/2020 4:15 PM
Contacted and lectured a total of 7 visitors for off-trail/beaching on JHS. Made some nice, friendly contacts during an hour of roving interp.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 5/17/2020 3:30 PM
Contact with Thierry Burckhert with Dog Off leash on the east of Aspen Trail. Compliant, first contact, verbal warning.
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 5/17/2020 3:00 PM
Lower lot has been coned off at the east end. Approx 5 spaces taken by the adjacent park circle construction. Porta potty and machinery stored. Ongoing issue.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Verbal Warning 5/17/2020 2:45 PM
Contact with William Kahn for glass container on watercraft in the North Start nature preserve. Apologetic, compliant, verbal warning.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/17/2020 2:45 PM
Contacted and lectured 3 visitors off-trail at South Gate.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Penalty Assessment 5/17/2020 2:30 PM
Contact with Kara Perkins for dog in the nature preserve at James H Smith. Kara was pulled over with a large group at the beach on the North side of the river at James H , with her dog off leash. She was compliant, and cooperative although slightly buzzed and sarcastic. Penalty Assessment.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 5/17/2020 2:30 PM
E biker with questions on SMR about where he can ride it. Disagreed with regs prohibiting use on single track. Good discussion.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 5/17/2020 2:30 PM
PA to Emily Puder for a DOL at the beach. compliant, friendly
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 5/17/2020 1:30 PM
Chat with three folks with two dogs in the ditch. Making sure they were aware dogs must be leashed when back on the trail. Understood. Hot dogs!
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/17/2020 1:30 PM
Talked to Sonya Bolerjack about DoL at junction of Stein and RGT
8138 City of Aspen Open Space Accident/Rescue 5/17/2020 1:00 PM
Responded to corner of Rio Grand Place and Mill street. Aspen Ambulance and APD were well on scene before me, cleared. No patient contact.
8138 City of Aspen Open Space Accident/Rescue 5/17/2020 1:00 PM
8138 Jaffee Park Parking 5/17/2020 12:30 PM
People were parked everywhere at Jaffee, the signage isn't clear, discussed with 8135 about getting parallel parking signs and boat loading only signs.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Maintenance 5/17/2020 11:45 AM
Using the e-bike, one of the batteries seemed to lose it's juice early. Just be aware that it may be getting older and have a spare
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/17/2020 11:30 AM
Contact with Ian Hendry , with dog Cha Cha offleashon the Hunter Creek Trail. Unleashed for old dog in rocky section. Also Ian has balance issues. I explained regs and that ranger prefer leash is dropped instead of removal. Very friendly. First contact, verbal warning.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Mutual Aid 5/17/2020 11:30 AM
Called in reckless driver that tailgated, swerved, and passed me on paved portion of Prince Creek Rd. before stopping suddenly in front of me at Handy Drive briefly going into reverse and then continuing up into the Crown. I turned around and cleared to avoid the person. 65 took the call. Turns out RO of vehicle is in prison. I gave description of driver to 65, but he was UTL.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Mutual Aid 5/17/2020 11:30 AM
Flagged down by visitors reporting illegal dumping on the Crown. I forwarded report and photos to the BLM Silt Field Office.
8135 Avalanche Creek/Tarr OS Parking 5/17/2020 11:00 AM
Noticed cars parked on both sides of HWY133 at Avalanche Creek boat access. Vehicles moved out of traffic when they saw me pullover, but this may become an issue down the road. Many boaters.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/17/2020 11:00 AM
DOL contact with Emily Harpe on the Hunter Creek Trail. With dog Finley. First contact, very friendly, compliant. Gave info on other off leash locations. Verbal arming.
8138 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Training 5/17/2020 10:30 AM
Near Arbany Kittle, but going upvalley, one of the bigger houses may have put an access to the trail from the property, I had questions about the legality of this access. Big house on the right, bright red trail
8135 Wilden Property Patrol/Outreach 5/17/2020 10:15 AM
Security check on Wilden - OK.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 5/17/2020 10:15 AM
Posted bollards and closed off Penny Hot Springs pullout again, as several small pools have been built repeatedly (look cold, but they’re evidently attracting a crowd). Warned two people from out of town for walking past closure tape. Flooded lower pools.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 5/17/2020 10:15 AM
Contacted a female camped in a red suburban (CO:597-UGQ) at Penny Hot Springs. The vehicle had boots and a stove stashed on the pavement underneath the hood. Educated on local regulations and COVID19 closures. I offered info on legal campsites in the region.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 5/17/2020 9:30 AM
Noticed a possible camp not on OST property just below the holy cross transfer station at the AABC
8135 Redstone River Parcel Verbal Warning 5/17/2020 9:00 AM
Verbal Warning: Brett Williams of Edwards, CO camped with female and two dogs in RV (CO:CXG-748). Per 8136’s observation yesterday, it appears the bottom of this pullout is on open space. Cleaned up garbage and a campfire from the campers 8136 contacted earlier.
8135 Redstone River Parcel Patrol/Outreach 5/17/2020 9:00 AM
Walked through Redstone River Parcel (across from Redstone Campground). Looking closely at a topo map, it appears the OST boundary runs from the southern/upstream end of the beach to the river access, encompassing most of the pullout, downstream of the fire station.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 5/16/2020 4:00 PM
10 cars at hot springs. I spoke with 11 people in the pools and asked them to move along. Mostly compliant except for one funny guy who eventually agreed.. I went and got another cone and caution tape to close the trail down to the water. Signs on the cones say it’s closed again. At least another 15 people came into the lot looking to use the springs. Moved along. Lastly, I dislodged some of the largest rocks to flood the pools again. Every group of folks I spoke with were from the front range - Denver, summit, eagle, etc. All looking for camping and places to build fires.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/16/2020 3:30 PM
I went to southgate to get pictures for PA. I noticed a group with a dog headed to launch SUPS. I made contact, but didn't have my tin/pens to write a PA. I informed of policy and management plan. The lady whose name I forgot became agitated and "needed my card" I continued to let her talk, she calmed. We finally came to the conclusion that her dog and moose don't mix. She left with a seemingly better attitude.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 5/16/2020 3:00 PM
Dog at South Gate, contacted group with tables and blankets, they had a dog, PA to Connor Gorman of Denver
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/16/2020 3:00 PM
Contacted 4 different parties regarding music on the preserve
1557 Rio Grande Trail Campsite found/evicted 5/16/2020 2:30 PM
Red tagged a pack with bedroll and tent packed up near the Grindly bridge. 48 hours to remove.
8136 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/16/2020 2:00 PM
75 and I responded to complaints of crowding and user conflicts at PC trailhead. When I arrived the parking lot had several spaces available and no parking issues along the roadway.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 5/16/2020 2:00 PM
Verbal Warning to Michael Charles for Glass on a SUP. Compliant
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Park use moderate 5/16/2020 1:30 PM
People are out and enjoying it ! Mostly compliant with dogs and social distancing.
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 5/16/2020 12:30 PM
8140, 1557 and myself checked on the Stein Trail Camp. It was still there, no sign of using a fire, the gear had been moved around and our pink tag had been removed. 8140 tagged a bag of gear a few trees up, most likely associated with this camp.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/16/2020 11:30 AM
Noticed BLM campground was closed again. Not sure whats going on, I had called the BLM and they told me they had opened it.
8135 Crystal River Valley Illegal Camping 5/16/2020 10:00 AM
Moved along some younger folks from Summit County who had came in last night and camped in one of the pullouts along the river down stream from station 82. They had a fire. I had them put out the fire, break down the ring, and pack up. I was unclear of jurisdiction. See email for details.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 5/16/2020 9:30 AM
Crowded parking lot, upper and lower level, overflowing to the shoulder of 133.
1557 Sky Mountain Park Everything great 5/16/2020 8:00 AM
Trails of Sky Mountain opened today ! Busy !
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/15/2020 6:30 PM
Glassier is open
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 5/15/2020 3:00 PM
I noticed a man coming out of the woods near "Little Niagara". When he saw me he looked upset that I was there. He sat near the Rio with his bike until I walked away. I got the vibe he had a camp. Later after I determined he had left camp 1557, 8137 and myself located and tagged the camp. No fire ring. See email for more details.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/15/2020 1:00 PM
Quiet day on HTC/smugg no dogs on hunter and a handful of hikers. Most were wearing masks
1557 Marolt Open Space Followed-up on issue 5/15/2020 12:30 PM
Contact made with a group of workers having lunch near Castle Creek road at Marolt trail crossing . asked them to pack out all trash from lunch . Compliant.
8136 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/14/2020 5:30 PM
Heard APD respond to a 20yo woman who took off her mask and spit on RP at Wagner Park.
8136 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 5/14/2020 4:45 PM
Report made with SO for belongings stolen from vehicle parked in AK. Missing wallet, backpacks, gear etc.
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 5/14/2020 3:00 PM
Ryan and I located a reported camp with a fire ring. The camp is just up from the sanitation plant on the river on off of Stein Trail. 21 assisted as we tagged. We did not make contact with the individual but left a tag with a 72 hour notice and a warning for the fire. We will be checking up to make sure it is gone within that time frame.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 5/14/2020 2:45 PM
I put leashes at Hunter Creek and Lani White. They were both empty!
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 5/14/2020 2:30 PM
Contacted Kevin Smiddy and son Keegan Smiddy on the south side of the RFR at the North Star nature preserve. They were looking for a friends phone that was dropped in river last night. Phone is most likely in river between the beach and Stillwater bridge. They were aware of the closure regulation, but it seems Kevin thinks he can do whatever he wants. Looking at previous contacts. He also needed to tell me several times he was the AVFD captain. I told him to search from the water, on a watercraft. Compliant. Verbal warning.
1556 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Dog off leash - education contact 5/14/2020 1:45 PM
1556 North Star/James H. Smith Park use light 5/14/2020 11:30 AM
Rare moment at North Star with no users.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/14/2020 10:45 AM
Contact with Andy Myatt. Dog “Franklin” off leash on upper Rio below Stein park. Wife Lauren has one contact on Hunter Creek 2016. Friendly compliant, first contact. Verbal warning.
8135 Bull Pen Lot Patrol/Outreach 5/14/2020 9:30 AM
GMC van has been moved. I haven't received word from SO but I'd imagine 77 contacted him last night.
8135 Bull Pen Lot Illegal Camping 5/13/2020 7:00 PM
Contacted 77 to help with the illegally parked/camping GMC van in the Bull Pen lot. The ticket/tags have been removed but the van is still there. We may have to tow. The SO is going to leave their card with the individual tonight and try to contact him.
1557 Marolt Open Space Litter moderate 5/13/2020 5:30 PM
Walk through found no new camps but lots of litter . I suspect construction crew nearby. I will follow up.
8135 Cora May Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/13/2020 5:00 PM
Checked up on the Illegal fire to make sure it was all of the way out. I dumped some water on it but it looked good.
1556 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/13/2020 5:00 PM
Dol leash but folks had a lot of ?s about e bikes on trails and mall area. They have had a few close calls with e bike riders.
8135 Cora May Open Space Illegal Camping 5/13/2020 4:30 PM
OST staff on a site visit to Cora May discovered two black 4 runners camping. They claimed there was nothing blocking the entrance. They also had a fire. We will be receiving an email with details and plates. We will swing in the mornings and evenings this weekend.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 5/13/2020 4:15 PM
2 cars, one likely climbing, 2 ppl in hot springs. And a kayak on shore, possibly a shuttle in progress.
1556 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 5/13/2020 3:30 PM
8137 Red Wind Point Signage 5/13/2020 3:00 PM
I replaced old faded sign at closure gate in subdivision. I also installed a wildlife camera to catch any trespassers, or at least deter them. See email for location of camera.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 5/13/2020 1:30 PM
Emergency dog leash regulation repealed. Signs from hunter creek cutoff, smuggler, and jaffee park have been removed.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 5/13/2020 11:45 AM
Contact made with two people using the park. Bongo guy and Guitar man. Friendly contact.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/13/2020 10:30 AM
Kiddie hour at the beach this morning- lots of sand pails and trucks for this crowd. Different vibes than the afternoon beach goers
8139 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 5/13/2020 8:30 AM
Issued Joel Griffin a PA for entering a closure and for violating the dog regs on Sky mountain park. Caught on the wildlife cam and got him in person today.
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/12/2020 7:00 PM
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Park use heavy 5/12/2020 7:00 PM
Several groups of people using park , kayaks, bikers, kids .
1557 Mollie Gibson Park Everything great 5/12/2020 6:30 PM
Minimal usage and good social distancing.
8135 Administration Training 5/12/2020 5:00 PM
Swore in and badged 8140 - congrats!
8135 Sky Mountain Park Ticket Follow-up 5/12/2020 4:00 PM
Took call from B. Paglia about how to pay his trespassing ticket. Referred him to Payport or our snail mail mailbox. Paglia really doesn’t want to go to court and he wants to pay.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 5/12/2020 3:15 PM
Check shale bluffs, some rocks had fallen and been cleared. No hazard reported currently, but rocks were moving
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/12/2020 3:15 PM
Emily Starer, with Ida, golden retriever. Friendly, compliant. Internet was down, no prior contacts when I checked later.
8138 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Mutual Aid 5/12/2020 2:30 PM
Helped 1556, 1557, 1559 with an illegal trail build on Deer hill/burlinggame ranch. Contacted 5 minors. The Aspen rangers had the kids flatten berms, put cuttings across the trail, and move rocks across as well. They took names and contacted parents.
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Training 5/12/2020 11:30 AM
I was doing self training for access points. The James H. has a 4 digit code on a lock, the lock isn't listed in sheets.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Found resource damage 5/12/2020 11:15 AM
Rock fall at MM 37.5 . Removed and cleared trail.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 5/10/2020 5:00 PM
Steady biking and hiking traffic surrounding SMP most of the day. No violations observed.
8136 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 5/10/2020 5:00 PM
Asked a fisherman to relocate his vehicle from the turnaround near bot ramp
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/10/2020 5:00 PM
Responded to a call about social distancing at the beach. Reminded groups to monitor themselves. No issues
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 5/10/2020 4:00 PM
Tagged two vehicles parked in the fire lane on Wildwood Lane. One vehicle had no license plate or brake lights. I called in a vehicle description to dispatch and lectured the driver when he returned. A member of the public had left a nastygram on his windshield. 2220 then stopped the individual and determined the vehicle wasn’t street legal and must be left where it was or be towed. 2220 cited the second vehicle that was registered out of Denver.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 5/10/2020 3:00 PM
Verbal warning Austin Hope, dog E, DOL, compliant after, claimed they swamped their canoe and were hiking out.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Educational Contact 5/10/2020 12:45 PM
Contacted “Mitch” of SoCal in a blue Sprinter van at the lower 7 Star gate (access to permanently closed area). I had observed the man had a mountain bike, an off-leash dog, and camping equipment. Educated on adjacent closed area, E-bike regs, and camping restrictions.
1558 ABC/BurlingameTrail Followed-up on issue 5/10/2020 11:00 AM
Posted mask signage at trailheads throughout the system.
8135 Bull Pen Lot Penalty Assessment 5/10/2020 10:00 AM
Cited (parking Rule #4) and pink-tagged a GMC Vanduro van (CO: QUI-942, RO: Matthew Jensen) evidently parked obstructing traffic in Prince Creek Trailhead since 5/7/20. Vehicle had an impoundment sticker on its window from Carbondale PD and the RO has a criminal record in Aspen. I could see some sort of mobile radio and camp bed inside. Lot was full to capacity and the van was occupying 2-4 spaces. Tagged with note explaining violation and camping restriction.
8135 BLM Crown Accident/Rescue 5/10/2020 10:00 AM
Assisted PCSO with welfare check/SAR for lost motorists on the Crown southwest of Glassier Open Space. Spoke with one subject out of Eau Claire, WI by phone, texted a map of his location, and gave directions for self-rescue before handing off to 63. I determined motorists likely entered the Crown via BLM Rd. 8320 at Prince Creek Divide (very crowded today with visitors). Subjects found their way out by 1215 and drove past me at Emma Schoolhouse.
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Signage 5/10/2020 10:00 AM
Added small signs on beaches adjacent to James Smith, used a kayak.
8135 Avalanche Creek/Tarr OS Signage 5/10/2020 9:30 AM
Recovered one of the missing bollards from the Penny Hot Springs closure at the Avalanche Creek takeout. Looks like boaters saved it from the river - thanks!
8135 Red Wind Point Closed Area 5/10/2020 9:30 AM
Checked on gated access to upper Red Wind Point mesa (permanently closed to protect habitat) and saw footprints in the closure - I don’t recall seeing signs of trespass there in the last. Let’s keep an eye on this area. I traced the letters on the faded sign (still visible) to make it clear area is closed as a stopgap until I can post new signage.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 5/10/2020 9:00 AM
Lower parking spaces on Perham TH were overflowing by 0900. Red Hill closes on 5/18 for several weeks of major trailhead renovation. This will likely drive increased visitation to Perham, Glassier, Prince Creek, Sky MP, and other OST properties.
8135 Crystal Trail Agriculture/Lease 5/10/2020 8:30 AM
Photographed cattle drive along Crystal Trail to Thomas Road. Gorgeous, crisp morning.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/09/2020 5:00 PM
Not terribly busy at NSNP in the late afternoon. Some people on SUPs. The beach only 4 people playing with volleyball.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 5/09/2020 4:00 PM
Contacted three different individuals on Smuggler for DOL. It seems like most folks have forgotten about Covid. Masks are being left at home.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/09/2020 1:00 PM
Moved along two people hanging out on/near the beach at James H. They were still on their SUP board but partially beached. I let them know that with the new management plan rangers will have to take down information and cite for getting off their paddle boards.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Educational Contact 5/09/2020 12:30 PM
Reminded two walkers with two dogs that BCT is closed to dog use until May 16. They decided to go to the SM golf course instead from Rodeo.
1557 ABC/BurlingameTrail Called to scene 5/09/2020 11:15 AM
Reports of an explosion with fire on corner of Cemetery Lane and Hwy. 82 . An electrical box on fire . Upon my arrival . Two of the cities top people { Mike and Steve } had put the fire out . Fire arrived and took command.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 5/09/2020 8:30 AM
Spent the majority of the day monitoring Sky. Lots of bikers in the area but none observed in the closure.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 5/09/2020 8:30 AM
Replaced batteries in Cozyline trail camera.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Patrol/Outreach 5/08/2020 4:00 PM
Noticed a bike track in the grass in the lower gate closed area of seven star. Sending email with photo.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/08/2020 3:30 PM
North Star was steadily busy all day but the beach seemed to thin out and everyone (besides terrible parking) I encountered was being compliant. No dogs on EOA or the preserve while I was there.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/08/2020 2:00 PM
Pink tagged one Silver Cross Country Volvo (CO/038-RWP) for parking in the unload zone at Stillwater.
1557 ABC/BurlingameTrail User conflict 5/08/2020 9:30 AM
Contact made with the Jeff Jackson family of 4 after receiving complaints they were rolling rocks off the trail onto the switchbacks below where people were walking . They were unaware the trail was below them.
1559 Snyder Park Followed-up on issue 5/08/2020 9:15 AM
Parks received an Email from Mr. Leventhal from Snyder Housing HOA, complaining of speeding bikers on downhill section of trail. Installed 2 new "slow bike zone" signs and cleared viewlines for trail and playground area.
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Called to scene 5/08/2020 8:00 AM
Responded to citizen call from dispatch about "6 dogs in Herron Park". Upon arrival, contacted 3 dog owners and explained the rules of summertime Herron use and offered other options.
8137 Administration North Star Nature Preserve 5/07/2020 5:30 PM
I moved the SUP from PW to the Ranger station garage! It’s time to get on the river!
1556 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Dog off leash - education contact 5/07/2020 5:00 PM
1556 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/07/2020 4:45 PM
DOL coming out of park
1556 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/07/2020 4:30 PM
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Closure violation 5/07/2020 4:30 PM
Responded with 143 to reports of people using skate park. Compliant,
1556 Herron/Newbury Park Park use heavy 5/07/2020 4:15 PM
Group of 8 no distancing no masks. Not very receptive to keep it safe speech.
8139 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 5/07/2020 2:45 PM
Pink tagged two cars (black Jeep Grand Cherokee TX LVK-8450 and white Toyota Tundra temp tag 1661388) parked in the fire lanes at Wildwood. Not blocking so I decided against calling a deputy, did state that further parking in fire lanes will result in ticket.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 5/07/2020 2:00 PM
Switched out Cameras and collected SD.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/07/2020 1:00 PM
Placed the loading zone signs at Stillwater bridge & Wildwood ...may have put too many at Stillwater (3). Placed one at Wildwood ? Can change if incorrect
1557 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Closure violation 5/07/2020 1:00 PM
Three darn kids using skate park.Park workers trying to clean park in preparation for opening.Compliant when asked to leave .
1557 East Aspen Trail Parking issues 5/07/2020 12:00 PM
Moving truck parked and unloading furniture , blocking trail . They moved when asked.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 5/07/2020 11:00 AM
Bicycle crash Duffys Wiggle . Minor injuries , scratches . I gave alcohol preps and band aids to one person.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 5/07/2020 10:30 AM
Cyclist with two flat tires due to hitting edge of man hole cover . reported to Micah for repair.
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Parking issues 5/07/2020 10:15 AM
Two trucks with trailers parked and blocking lot entrance . Contacted drivers , they complied by moving.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 5/07/2020 7:00 AM
Removed cones to open up Penny Hot Springs parking area for boaters and climbers.
8135 Wheatley Beach Signage 5/06/2020 6:00 PM
Posted a social distancing sign at Wheatley Beach on complaint from admin (I’ve seen no evidence of crowding).
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Mutual Aid 5/06/2020 5:00 PM
Responded with 8140 to assist City Parks with ‘darn teens building a bandit trail on Burlingame Open Space. Significant resource damage. Kids split when they saw Micah with Parks. GOA.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/06/2020 3:30 PM
Made several educational contacts, one bike on beach, 2 kids playing in 82 at wild wood, 3 boater’s with music.
1556 North Star/James H. Smith Park use heavy 5/06/2020 2:15 PM
Checked on beach. Max at ten and observed folks not reading sign about mandates and headed off a few groups before they went down. Possible to get a bigger sign about ten person limit? I know county is out of signs right now.
1556 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/06/2020 1:15 PM
1557 East Aspen Trail Cyclist contact 5/06/2020 12:30 PM
Reminded bikers not to lock bikes to bridge hand rails.
1557 East Aspen Trail Everything great 5/06/2020 12:30 PM
Traffic heavy but abiding to parking requests.
8135 Administration Illegal Camping 5/06/2020 12:00 PM
Attended online meeting on COVID19 homeless program planning. Group supports continuing sanctioned campsite and night shelter as long as possible (night shelter through May and encampment through June). Political support, elected officials, and the timeline for Intercept Lot improvements will dictate the outcome.
1556 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 5/06/2020 12:00 PM
County mill street parcel camp. Left camp gear but cleaned up trash. Need to tag gear. Small fire pits around wooden bench. Saw a guy there during the day last week.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Followed-up on issue 5/06/2020 11:30 AM
Reports of 2 Bulldogs off leash attacking another dog . This is an ongoing problem . UTL.
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill Litter minimal 5/06/2020 8:00 AM
Walk through of area and found no real issues.
8135 Bull Pen Lot Signage 5/06/2020 6:45 AM
Pulled sandwich board from Prince Creek Trail to use for social distancing messaging at NSNP. Cleaned up trash in Bull Pen portapot shelter (Corona... beer bottles).
8135 Bull Pen Lot Fire 5/06/2020 6:45 AM
Pitkin County is under a Red Flag Warning. I found two fire rings on/near OST property. Be vigilant. A wildfire during COVID19 would be difficult. 63 tagged multiple camps with fire pits on BLM land uphill of OST assets on Prince Creek Rd.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/05/2020 6:15 PM
Added covid max 10 sandwich board
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Maintenance 5/05/2020 6:00 PM
Spray painted volcanoes that caused a spill on newish pavement at Basalt-Mass Trail underpass.
8138 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/05/2020 4:00 PM
Contacted 2 groups about music, was audible but not loud, compliant and respectful
8135 Cora May Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/05/2020 4:00 PM
Patrolled Cora May OS (small parcel at end of a driveway near MM 7.0 Castle Creek Rd.) on report from Dale Will of a parked brown van. GOA. Documented dumping and camping on the parcel that likely predates OST ownership. Posted a temporary property boundary sign. Documented a large structure, fire pit, plastic planter, and other items on adjacent USFS land immediately above the access road. A bit spooky. Forwarded report to 2220.
1559 Marolt Open Space Issued verbal warning 5/05/2020 4:00 PM
Contacted Jay Scharer with dog off leash, Marolt OS Trail.
1556 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Dog off leash - education contact 5/05/2020 3:45 PM
1557 Marolt Open Space Followed-up on issue 5/05/2020 3:00 PM
Walk through of area found new trash but no camps.
1557 Marolt Open Space Followed-up on issue 5/05/2020 3:00 PM
Walk through of area below housing on Castle creek , picked up trash .
8138 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/05/2020 2:00 PM
Searched for person I saw past lower deadline gate, on investigation, person turned around at counter, didn’t catch
1556 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/05/2020 1:15 PM
1557 ABC/BurlingameTrail Campsite found/evicted 5/05/2020 1:15 PM
Found evidence of old camp with a rock fire place that had been used for a small fire .
1556 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 5/05/2020 12:45 PM
1556 East Aspen Trail User conflict 5/05/2020 12:00 PM
Went up to beach. A few families with good public health compliance but a beaver blocked the trail with an aspen tree on my way back. I stopped and helped him get it off the trail.
1556 Rio Grande Trail Campsite found/evicted 5/05/2020 11:45 AM
County mill st parcel. Possible camp situation. Some stuff left there from last week.
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Issued verbal warning 5/05/2020 11:30 AM
Contacted Melissa Seigle, dog off leash, lower Hunter Creek Trail.
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Issued verbal warning 5/05/2020 10:45 AM
Contacted Bryce Johnson with dog off leash, Hunter Creek Trail. 1st offense, verbal.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/05/2020 9:00 AM
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Fire 5/04/2020 5:00 PM
Cleaned up trash and scattered a fire pit discovered by 8140 at the Smuggler logging deck near the chained KAJX access.
1556 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/04/2020 5:00 PM
1556 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/04/2020 4:15 PM
1556 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/04/2020 2:00 PM
8138 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Fire 5/04/2020 10:45 AM
On radio, grange ranch has burn permit. I drove by and the burn is directly adjacent to the grace shehi open space confirmed by esri, fire was observed to be under control
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 5/04/2020 8:00 AM
Completed two open records requests. Processed ticket payment from O’Leary and Petrie (RWP trespasses).
8138 James H. Smith Open Space Educational Contact 5/03/2020 3:30 PM
Contacted 3 (1 Male, 2 female) sunbathing on the beach opposite of James H Smith closed area. Their watercraft were beached shortly upstream. Claimed unaware of policy, asked how to be involved with management plan and moved along.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 5/03/2020 3:30 PM
Reported three vehicles parked in the fire lane on Wildwood Lane. 66 responded and cited 1 and warned 1. I lectured a third driver.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Educational Contact 5/03/2020 3:00 PM
Contacted two men on river left stopped to take a leak. Educated on closed areas and wildlife protection. Suggested legal downstream sites to disembark. (Once new MP passes, we will be required to collect ID info for all "beaching" violations).
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 5/03/2020 2:00 PM
Cited Aron Chambers for dog on North Star Nature Preserve beach. Chambers was argumentative, but provided ID info and stated he would see me in court. Chambers claimed not to have seen the two posted signs as he had entered from off-trail (which I explained is also illegal). After consulting records, I realized I had previously contacted Chambers for driving a moped on Old Stage Trail. Chambers was argumentative during that contact as well.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 5/03/2020 2:00 PM
Cited Ryan Lesko for dog on North Star Nature Preserve beach. Lesko was compliant and understanding about wildlife rationale for the rule. Lesko indicated he was unaware of the regulation. Lesko thanked 8140 and I for doing our job.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 5/03/2020 1:45 PM
Cited Berto Paglia for entering closed area. I watch Paglia stop and read the signs at the Viewline Gate and decide to go around and ride Ditchline Trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/03/2020 12:00 PM
8137 and I responded to a report of a male with a white German Shepherd who yelled at another hiker when asked to leash his dog downstream of Stein Park. GOA.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Wildlife 5/03/2020 11:30 AM
Spoke with Jim Kravitz regarding his report of an active lion kill at Jenny Adair Wetlands. 8140 posted a lion awareness sign. I talked Kravitz into reporting the active site to CPW after explaining OST will not publicize the location of dens, kill sites, or other potentially sensitive wildlife areas in hopes of preventing undue attention.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 5/03/2020 11:15 AM
8140 and I were on the beach and greeted a woman with a golden retriever near the kiosk. Reminded her of dog regulations at Beach Gate. She seemed to be on her way down to the beach if we hadn’t stopped to chat.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 5/03/2020 10:00 AM
Responded to cold complaint of kids not wearing masks or socia distancing while possibly hiking into closed area near the Glassier boneyard. GOA.
8135 East Creek Trailhead Illegal Camping 5/03/2020 9:15 AM
Observed a mini-van camper (OH:HZQ-5560) parked in pullout near East Creek TH. Occupant appeared to have possibly just woken up from camping. No camping. Did not make contact as subject looked to be leaving.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 5/02/2020 6:00 PM
Riding 3 abreast , not making room for others.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 5/02/2020 4:00 PM
Dol about to come on trail from residential complex near town
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Issued verbal warning 5/02/2020 2:00 PM
A group of 6 people not following distancing protocol.
8138 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 5/02/2020 1:45 PM
Pink tagged nd 355cvn clearly in fire lane
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/02/2020 1:00 PM
Cited Reza Abbaszadeh on Ditchline for entering a closed area. Reza had been biking on the closed trail with his son. First Offense. Citation. See report.
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Cyclist contact 5/02/2020 12:45 PM
Two bikers on the Iselin field. They left when asked.
8138 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 5/02/2020 9:30 AM
Cars reported at hot springs, 8136 and I responded, moved along 2 people who were in the lot, cleared some glass from river level
8136 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/01/2020 5:15 PM
More than a dozen vehicles parked along the highway at Beach Gate. The beach was completely full. Didn’t seem there there would be nearly enough room to spread people out to social distancing guidelines. No dogs though!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/01/2020 1:30 PM
Multiple parking issues, social distancing calls/complaints, and packed. All parking areas full and illegal parking at Wildwood and Still Water. S.O. (11) eventually responded to help with parking and issued several tickets. I tried to address what I could.
8135 Chapparal Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/01/2020 1:00 PM
Monitored a call for chapparal residents harassing a hiker with a drone. 72 took the call. Chapparal residents were harassing and individual on BLM with a drone from Private property. The individual did use the open space easement to get up there.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/01/2020 12:30 PM
The Ditchline 30 holer and closure sign was pulled out and tossed aside. I switched the SD card and saw 2 trespasses earlier in the winter. Sign is back up.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Educational Contact 5/01/2020 12:30 PM
Reminded 14 people throughout the day that Sky MP (short of Lowline and Highline) was closed until May16. I turned away 9 people at the gate and the other 5 others heading that way from the Rodeo Lot.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 5/01/2020 11:45 AM
Reminded 2 bikers to walk bikes through the Mall.
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Dog off leash - education contact 5/01/2020 10:30 AM
Returned Pitkin’s Lani White shovel to its rightful owner.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/01/2020 9:00 AM
8135 Red Wind Point Patrol/Outreach 5/01/2020 8:30 AM
Red Wind Open
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 5/01/2020 8:00 AM
Opened Wheatley beach and RGT at Dart for dog use (on leash). Wheatley Gulch is how accessible for human use. Red Canyon Trail is now open.
1556 Herron/Newbury Park Closure violation 4/30/2020 3:15 PM
Found a gal having a lot of fun on the swings. She told me to mind my business and leave her alone. Wasn’t responsive to me so we had Apd do a wellness check.
1556 Rio Grande Trail Double w/other officer 4/30/2020 3:00 PM
Red bIke and guy sleeping in the bushes on county mill st property.
1556 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/30/2020 2:30 PM
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 4/30/2020 1:00 PM
Fielded multiple complaints about people not wearing masks. I observed the majority not wearing masks as well.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 4/30/2020 12:30 PM
Contacted 3 individuals with dogs off leash.
8136 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/30/2020 12:00 PM
Posted up at the Glassier TH during the lunch hour. No sign of anyone. The parking area was nearly at capacity.
8136 Deer Creek Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/30/2020 10:00 AM
Switched SD cards for both cameras at DC. Delivered SD cards to Janet.
1557 Mollie Gibson Park Called to scene 4/29/2020 6:30 PM
Several reports of a gathering of people watching the sunset every evening . Not many people and good distancing.
1557 North Star/James H. Smith Followed-up on issue 4/29/2020 5:30 PM
Group of people gathering together but maintaining distance.
1557 North Star/James H. Smith Followed-up on issue 4/29/2020 5:30 PM
contact made with 4 people at the Beach, reminded to maintain distance.
8135 Nancy's Path Fire 4/29/2020 5:00 PM
Monitored a call for a wildland fire. It looks like it could have been a tree on fire near Nancy's Path trail head. Will check it out tomorrow. Fire had it under control.
1557 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Park use heavy 4/29/2020 3:00 PM
Contact made with a group of people and reminded them to respect eac hother by keeping 6 feet apart .
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Park use light 4/29/2020 2:45 PM
Assisted Flower Krew by turning over beds in the Ped Mall.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued citation 4/29/2020 2:15 PM
Cited Jon Ford for failure to remove dog waste, in the flower bed that I was tasked to turn over for the flower crew. Irony.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 4/29/2020 2:00 PM
Contacted a women walking up valley on East of Aspen. She was just outside of city limits. I asked her to leash her dog. She didnt believe me that she had to leash her dog on the EOS trail. She eventually complied.
1556 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Dog off leash - education contact 4/29/2020 12:45 PM
1559 Parks Office Double w/other officer 4/29/2020 12:15 PM
Bicycle maintenance
8135 Stein Trail Educational Contact 4/29/2020 11:00 AM
Spoke with a woman and her two dogs off leash. The had just gotten up from the beach, I had her leash them, she said she was going to.
1556 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/29/2020 9:30 AM
1556 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/29/2020 9:15 AM
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 4/29/2020 9:00 AM
Title 12 of Pitkin County Code has been revised to include new fine structure and ordinance language. I’ve updated the Code section in Ranger Mobile and added new fine amounts. I’ll order new PAs soon. New ordinance enforceable as of May 2, 2020.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 4/28/2020 7:00 PM
Monitored an EMS call for an injured biker on Prince Creek trail. According to Carbondale Fire, a teen had fallen and injured his arm and possibly his shoulder. They patched him up a bit, gave him a splint, and did not end up transporting.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 4/28/2020 7:00 PM
Monitored an EMS call for an injured biker on Prince Creek trail. According to Carbondale Fire, a teen had fallen and injured his arm and possibly his shoulder. They patched him up a bit, gave him a splint, and did not end up transporting.
1558 Smuggler Mountain Park use heavy 4/28/2020 7:00 PM
Monitored radio traffic of SO units encountering 50+ People in Molly Gibson Park.
1556 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 4/28/2020 5:45 PM
1556 Cemetery Lane Trail Park use heavy 4/28/2020 5:15 PM
Group of 12 high school kids in park. Discussed the health mandates and to take things more serious. To reduce their numbers and give more space.
1556 Parks Office Dog off leash - education contact 4/28/2020 5:00 PM
82 crosswalk at castle bridge. Guy and girl told me off and disappeared into apartment complex.
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Followed-up on issue 4/28/2020 5:00 PM
Broke up a group of people gathering together . Heard on the radio 1556 was with them at Meadow land trail head about 30 min. later .
1558 Smuggler Mountain Park use moderate 4/28/2020 4:15 PM
Monitored Molly Gibson and base of Smug. Good distancing observed. Few dogs.
1556 City Golf Course Dog off leash - education contact 4/28/2020 3:30 PM
Also asking folks to move off of course due to closure.
1558 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Park use moderate 4/28/2020 3:00 PM
Monitored activity at Iselin Field following reports of athletics camp activity. Multiple families doing their own thing.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Training 4/28/2020 3:00 PM
Toured lower Rio Grande and Basalt-Mass Trail with 8140 for orientation patrol. Great compliance all around. Mostly road bikers.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Vandalism 4/28/2020 3:00 PM
Documented “KOVID” graffiti covering about a fourth of the Emma Trail underpass.
1557 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Found resource damage 4/28/2020 3:00 PM
Found the missing barrier with distancing signage from the Terrel / Wade bridge. It was thrown off the bridge . It is just below the Maroon creek trail.Needs two people to retrieve.
1556 Marolt Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 4/28/2020 12:15 PM
Dol on trails
8135 The Drool Parcel Illegal Camping 4/28/2020 12:00 PM
Strung chain at the Drool OS access at Mile 51.0 HWY133. Abandoned items had been removed.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/28/2020 10:00 AM
Penny Hot Springs pools are now flooded by the river. Huzzah!
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 4/27/2020 6:00 PM
Posted up just inside the Glassier closure to monitor for evening bike traffic. Saw no one except a bunch of mule deer.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 4/27/2020 5:15 PM
79 and 10 responded to complaint of 7-10 men gathered “smoking pot” on North Star Beach. 79 dispersed a group of 22 people and addressed several OST code violations (glass containers and bikes on sand). I called and thanked him. 8140 and I were occupied elsewhere and the violations sounded like State law issues, so we monitored the call.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 4/27/2020 5:00 PM
Public Health Order is extended until May 9th. The Smuggler and Jaffee Park dog rules may be revisited at that time (we saw good compliance at Smuggler today). The revised Title 12 regulations will go into effect and be enforceable starting on May 2nd.
8138 Moore Open Space Signage 4/27/2020 3:30 PM
Reinstalled leash sign on the side closest to Chapel.
8135 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 4/27/2020 2:00 PM
Paul Holsinger has sent a written warning to Laura Lucero (Sunfresh Flowers lessee at Glassier Homestead) explaining failure to leash her dog will result in termination of her lease. I’m hoping it doesn’t come to that.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 4/27/2020 1:15 PM
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/27/2020 9:30 AM
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill Dog off leash - education contact 4/26/2020 5:30 PM
8136 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 4/26/2020 4:30 PM
Looks like 2-3 bikes recently came through Glassier at the upper gate. The rope was also untied lying on the ground, and closure sign on sandwich board off and near the ditch. I’m bringing up the sandwich board to the office to glue it back together. I also switched out the camera SD cards to check for violations. The SD will be labeled on 8136 desk. I didn’t look at the photos yet.
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Cyclist contact 4/26/2020 3:30 PM
Contact made with 2 bikers riding on Iselin field.They were happy to leave.
8136 Seven Star Ranch Patrol/Outreach 4/26/2020 2:30 PM
Set up the spare camera at seven star.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 4/26/2020 12:15 PM
Contacted Blake Peterson about two dogs on the North Star Beach. When I contacted him the dogs were on leash and he was quick to state his dog was a mobility service animal, adding that the other dog was as well. Should have pushed the other dog owner more.. I recommended a visible indication of service animals to avoid people calling us. Not required but would be useful for them to not be contacted by us constantly.
1557 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Found resource damage 4/26/2020 12:15 PM
On Maroon trail found spring runoff crossing the trail and redirected . Just the beginning of work to be done.
8135 Glassier Open Space Verbal Warning 4/26/2020 12:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Laura Lucero (Sunfresh Flowers lessee) for off-leash Aussie on Glassier homestead. David, Laura’s husband who was highly confrontational upon last contact, walked away and avoided me. I explained to Laura that her dog must be leashed at all times while on property for the safety of the public and other lessees. I emphasized that we are on the “same side” and explained I’m very supportive of and formerly worked in local agriculture. Paul Holsinger informed Laura by email that having pets on property is a revocable privilege for lessees and that rangers may issue tickets for violations. I'm still hoping we can work this out with her.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Verbal Warning 4/26/2020 11:15 AM
Verbal Warning: Ed Jenkins of Carbondale for off-leash cattle dog on Prince Creek Trail while biking with his family. I explained importance of protecting cattle and maintaining positive relationships with Tybar Ranch by leashing pets. I also clarified for Jenkins that "voice command" doesn't constitute an actual leash under County code. Jenkins was argumentative, wouldn’t take the leash I offered, and reluctantly gave ID info. Jenkins’ wife was more sympathetic. I informed Jenkins next contact may result in a ticket.
8135 Bull Pen Lot Parking 4/26/2020 11:00 AM
Bull Pen TH full and overflowing into Prince Creek Rd. Reported parking issues and another vigilante parking sign at Handy Drive to 65. Parking complaints aired starting at 1155hrs. As long as vehicles are off the pavement and not in signed "no parking" areas, it seems PCSO is cool with parking in ROW.
8135 Red Wind Point Fire 4/26/2020 10:30 AM
Scattered large fire ring made of boulders on riverbank across from Red Wind Point below highway pullout. Threw rocks into the river by It appeared from footprints in fresh dirt that a fire had recently been extinguished. Lots of truck tires dumped in the area. Encountered a man in the thick brush, unrelated to the camp, and referred him to USFS for info about metal detector use/historical artifacts. #strangetimesintheCRV
8138 Moore Open Space Signage 4/26/2020 9:30 AM
Sign closest to residential side was off. 8137 and I put the sign back up. it was clearly taken off intentionally. Sign closest to chapel still needs to be reinstalled.
8136 Moore Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/26/2020 9:30 AM
Walk-through with 8140 using Esri Explorer to identify boundaries. On the west end our signage was removed and tossed in the brush. We bent the sign back and screwed its back into the gate post facing the neighborhood.
8138 Thomas Estates(btwn Prince Peace/Castle Creek) OSP Parking 4/26/2020 9:15 AM
Chevy pickup truck CA tag 5s47479, left a pink tag with a "move within 48 hours" Was patrolling with 8137
8135 The Drool Parcel Illegal Camping 4/26/2020 8:30 AM
Checked on camp at MM 51.0 HWY133 on The Drool Open Space. Pink tag was gone and items remained beyond allowed timeframe. Dragged camp contents to edge of highway and tagged. I informed dispatch as they may get calls. I will remove items as trash if still present in 24 hrs when I return to install a driveway chain.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/26/2020 7:30 AM
Contacted RV (CO:BFP-H71) parked at Penny Hot Springs. Warned occupants out of Gunnison. Assisted by 65.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 4/25/2020 6:00 PM
Contact made with a large group gathered together at the bench above Niagara Falls rapid. Reminded them to stay at least 6 ft. apart. They were very compliant.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 4/25/2020 5:00 PM
Dispatch gave SO 76 a complaint for dog on North Star Beach. I took the call instead and head there from Basalt. Before I got there SO 14 must have stopped by and said the dog was on leash and cleared. I showed up a minute later and they were gone.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 4/25/2020 5:00 PM
Moved along 7 people from the Penny hot springs between 5-6 pm.
1557 Mollie Gibson Park Followed-up on issue 4/25/2020 5:00 PM
Reports of people not following distance regs. several groups of family members gathering together to enjoy the sunny afternoon . no concerns.
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 4/25/2020 4:00 PM
Two educational contacts on the river trail. Seems like it's becoming more compliant.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 4/25/2020 3:00 PM
Contacted two ladies looking confused at cold water near pools. They traveled from Breck.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/25/2020 3:00 PM
I excavated the springs a bit more and diverted the hot water more directly into the river. I moved along 14 people in about an hours time. One girl walked around the closure cones and stated, "I thought that was optional".
8136 Red Wind Point Penalty Assessment 4/25/2020 1:30 PM
Contacted four women and a black lab within the RWP seasonal closure. Two women accepted responsibility for the party. I cited Kim Petrie and Mary Oleary for entering a closed area. See reports. G:\Ranger Folder\Ranger Reports\RANGER REPORTS 2020\Compliance Reports\Petrie 4-25-20 G:\Ranger Folder\Ranger Reports\RANGER REPORTS 2020\Compliance Reports\Oleary4-25-20
1557 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/25/2020 12:30 PM
Contact made with Linda and a small white dog off leash . VW .first offence.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 4/25/2020 12:15 PM
Contacted man a woman walking (bathing suits and towels) toward the springs from the Avocado Gulch parking area. Drove from Denver and claimed to check the internet for closure info etc. Discussed Stay-At-Home order, limited healthcare services etc.
1557 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/25/2020 10:45 AM
Requested ranger patrol of golf course , several people contacted and all were compliant.
8136 Seven Star Ranch Patrol/Outreach 4/25/2020 10:00 AM
Attempted to switch out SD cards in trail camera. It is not functioning correctly. No photos taken this winter. I will put the Ditchline camera out there tomorrow per 8136.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 4/25/2020 9:30 AM
Checked on a bike that I tagged on 4-23 , bike no longer there . Walk through of the area found no signs of camping.
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/24/2020 4:00 PM
Switched out SD card for Janet.
1559 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 4/24/2020 4:00 PM
Spoke with City Clerk Tracy Terry about ticketing/ court during pandemic. City tickets still get dropped on her desk( call number on door to gain entry) schedule court in June or later, and encourage mailing in fine payments.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 4/24/2020 4:00 PM
Felt like a busy summer day on the Upper Rio.
8136 Red Wind Point Closed Area 4/24/2020 3:15 PM
Added a "No Mototized Use" under the RWP closure sign.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 4/24/2020 3:00 PM
One naked woman in the hotsprings. Moved along.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/24/2020 3:00 PM
The cone stuck a bit downstream from the pools is completely submerged in water. 8136 wants to go swimming for it. I recovered two bases and placed them next to the caution tape.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 4/24/2020 3:00 PM
Contacted two people about their dogs being off leash at the base of smug. Compliant.
8136 The Drool Parcel Illegal Camping 4/24/2020 2:30 PM
Visited site with 72 after deputies were called to an illegal fire the previous night. Found tent and burned coals (no hot embers). Left pink tag requesting restoring the burned area and removing tent/belongings within 48 hours, community resource handout, and my card. Deputies are going to check on it tonight to make sure there is no fire.
1559 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/24/2020 2:00 PM
Discussed reasoning behind golf closure with a Mr. Stearn. He was not convinced it was necessary and wanted me to pass along his frustration to someone who can make changes. Check.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Found resource damage 4/24/2020 11:30 AM
Located broken fence post near John Denver Sanctuary. Passed along to trail crewman.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 4/24/2020 10:00 AM
Met 72 at Red Wind to discus parcel boundaries and trespass issues. He ran the plate from the trespass photo. After getting a return on the plate, it is advised to not contact this individual. He is one of the "sovereign citizens" of the Crystal Valley and it takes multiple deputies to make a contact.
8136 Chapparal Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/24/2020 9:30 AM
Switched SD cards for Janet.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 4/23/2020 5:45 PM
Responded for a call for a trespass on Seven Star. 217 watched the bottom of North Rim while I stationed at the welcome sign. We waited for a little over an hour but were UTL. I'll check the cameras tomorrow.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/23/2020 4:45 PM
Contacted Mark Brown about his dog Stella off leash. Compliant and friendly. Updated his info.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 4/23/2020 10:00 AM
DOL with a woman coming up Mascotte. Compliant.
1556 Marolt Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 4/23/2020 8:00 AM
On paved trails not in open space area.
1557 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/22/2020 4:15 PM
Contacts made with three groups of people walking on the course. All dogs on leash.
8135 Stein Trail Educational Contact 4/22/2020 2:00 PM
Contacted a lady and her friend about two dogs off leash. One was a 11 week old brown lab and the other was an older tan lab. I educated them on the leash law and gave the reasoning. They were compliant and put the dogs on leash.
8138 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 4/22/2020 1:45 PM
Contacted a man who was running with a white/black cattle dog off leash on RGT approx mile 39.25. He put his dog immediately on leash as I biked up, and quickly jogged away
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 4/22/2020 12:15 PM
Met with 1559 to clean up old camps.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 4/22/2020 11:00 AM
Took a call for a DOL on the Rio Near mm 25 headed up valley. The dog was with two bikers. UTL.
1558 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 4/22/2020 11:00 AM
Welcome Jeremy Graham, 1556, to the City Ranger ranks. Jeremy is a Rec department employee of 15+ years. He is being flexed temporarily into serving Aspen as a ranger.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/22/2020 10:45 AM
Several contacts made DOL 3 contacts were easy and 1 did not want to talk about it at all, female 30ish with brown and black standard poodle.
1557 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Followed-up on issue 4/22/2020 9:30 AM
Check up on temp. camp at Intercept Lot . Everyone compliant .
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Educational Contact 4/21/2020 4:00 PM
Educational contact with two men riding electric one-wheels on Lazy Glen Trail. Educated on motorized vehicle restrictions.
8135 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 4/21/2020 3:00 PM
Charged by lessee’s dog at Glassier homestead and then dealt with confrontational contact. Later discussed with Paul Holsinger. Lessee’s dog must be leashed or they will get ticketed. Ongoing issue with lessee’s behavior.
8135 Bull Pen Lot Educational Contact 4/21/2020 1:30 PM
Educational contact with cyclist exiting Prince Creek Trail with DOL x 2. Lectured on leash law on OST trail and pointed out newborn calves. Bull Pen Lot was at capacity.
8135 Crystal River Valley Training 4/21/2020 9:00 AM
Completed orientation tour of Crystal River Valley properties with 8140.
8138 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 4/20/2020 4:00 PM
8135 and I cleaned out two illegal camping spots, cleaned litter. 63 was with us.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 4/20/2020 2:00 PM
Reminding two bikers to walk bicycles on the mall. Compliant.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/20/2020 12:30 PM
65 took call for three cars in Penny Hot Springs closure.
1557 Marolt Open Space Followed-up on issue 4/20/2020 11:30 AM
Report of a man urinating in public view . UTL. Met with 113 &115.
8135 Emma Homestead Patrol/Outreach 4/19/2020 5:00 PM
Security check on Mather House and Emma Store - OK.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 4/19/2020 3:30 PM
I DOL with a woman who ignored me. I persisted and she shouted, “I know!” then leashed the dog.
1557 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/19/2020 3:00 PM
Several contacts made with people walking the course.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Educational Contact 4/19/2020 2:15 PM
I contacted a group of 9 with two dogs off leash heading toward BCT from the Rodeo overflow lot. Reminded them of dog closure until May 15
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 4/19/2020 2:00 PM
115 agreed to educate occupants of sanctioned camp in the Intercept Lot regarding littering and other restrictions on adjacent open space. I will return to the area tomorrow and throw away any remaining abandoned property.
8135 Red Wind Point Closed Area 4/19/2020 2:00 PM
Received tip from Ray Pojman a resident of Crystal River Country Estates about a trespass on Red Wind Point Open Space. The HOA has a surveillance camera pointed at the bridge and documented a family trespassing across private land onto the closed OST property from 1122-1259 today. The family arrived in a gray four-door truck with decals from a local diesel mechanic shop. Pojman agreed to email me photos and video. I will check out wildlife camera today or tomorrow. Pojman indicated he would contact PCSO regarding the private land trespass.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/19/2020 1:00 PM
Patrolled the Smuggler base area from 1100-1300 and saw good compliance with emergency leash law.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 4/19/2020 12:45 PM
A passerby let me know they saw a DOL on the soft surface of RGT above Jaffee Park. UTL.
8136 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 4/19/2020 12:00 PM
4 DOL with 3 people.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Mutual Aid 4/19/2020 10:00 AM
Drove Prince Creek Rd. from Carbondale to Emma as courtesy to BLM. Documented old dumping, two fire rings, and an abandoned camper that they already know about. Looks OK all things considered.
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Dog off leash - education contact 4/19/2020 9:45 AM
Contact made with a female and her two DOL.Explained the bear den just across the river . She was thankfull.
8135 Avalanche Creek/Tarr OS Educational Contact 4/19/2020 9:00 AM
Educated two people camped on USFS land at Tarr OS access regarding camping restriction within 1/4 mile of Crystal River. Pointed out fire scar as reason camping is prohibited.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/19/2020 9:00 AM
No one at Penny Hot Springs. Found the base of two bollards near bollard thrown into the river. It’s possible we’re missing three signs in total. I rearranged those remaining to make it more difficult to pull into the lot.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 4/18/2020 5:00 PM
A woman reported being sprayed by OC on the RGT above Jaffee Park. The report was 15 minutes after the incident. She described a thin man wearing a white shirt and a hat biking downvalley on the RGT. I was in the area at the time the call came in and drove the frontage roads along the RGT but was UTL. 77, 76, and 66 were all on the call looking as well. Everyone cleared by 1745.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 4/18/2020 4:45 PM
Moved alone 6 teenagers from two different cars at Penny. I wrote a note to a truck who I assumed was climbing, asking them to park in the lower lot. One cone has been thrown into the river.
8136 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 4/18/2020 1:30 PM
1 out of 10 dogs on JRT were on leash. 9 educational contacts between 1300-1430.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 4/18/2020 12:30 PM
Spoke with three individuals who were very upset about the DOL rule on Smug. Wanted to let me know. And one person who was very happy about it.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 4/18/2020 12:00 PM
Contacted 3 people with their DOL. All were compliant and understanding.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park User conflict 4/18/2020 12:00 PM
A group of 3 were having a verbal conflict with a group of 4 they felt were not far enough apart. the 4 were from the same household.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 4/18/2020 11:00 AM
Made contact with a male walking his DOL on the EOA trail coming up to North Star. Compliant.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 4/17/2020 2:00 PM
Leash law outreach/education at kiosk. Most were unhappy, 5 people left to go to independence pass, maybe 2 people thanked me for the temporary reg change.
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Issued citation 4/17/2020 1:30 PM
Cited Linn Phillips for failure to pick up dog waste in Newbury Park ( piling snow on top of poop doesn’t count)
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Educational Contact 4/16/2020 5:00 PM
DOL with a middle aged man on RGT. He did cooperate and put his dog on leash but would not speak or stop walking. It’s been difficult to connect to people in general with masks on.. only person out with heavy snow and wind at the time so I let him on his way.
1559 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/16/2020 3:00 PM
AGC closure patrol, 2 contacts
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 4/15/2020 7:00 PM
Worked late after discovering two campsites on rim of Mills Open Space (spillover from adjacent sanctioned homeless camp in far east side of the Intercept Lot near our gate). Tagged both sites and left HHS sheet. I patrolled lower Mills OS with PCSO and found it clear. I will return on Sunday and throw away any remaining items due to COVID19 concerns. Exercise caution in this area and patrol with LE if possible.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 4/15/2020 6:00 PM
Interviewed by Aspen Daily News regarding springtime wildlife concerns. I spoke about giving wildlife a break by respecting closures and leashing dogs. Also spoke about being cautious, minimizing risk in the outdoors, and respecting others social distancing space during the pandemic.
1557 Smuggler Mountain Dog off leash - education contact 4/15/2020 5:15 PM
1557 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/15/2020 4:00 PM
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Educational Contact 4/15/2020 3:30 PM
Contacted two hikers with DOL on Smuggler regarding emergency leash ordinance. Very polite upon contact. Good compliance overall in afternoon.
1559 Smuggler Mountain Dog off leash - education contact 4/15/2020 2:00 PM
BOCC leash reg educ. Contacts
1557 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/15/2020 2:00 PM
8138 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 4/15/2020 1:30 PM
Posted special BOCC dog leash signage on sandwich board
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 4/15/2020 12:00 PM
Contacted 3 individuals about their dogs off leash and the new emergency COVID regulation.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/15/2020 12:00 PM
Multiple people had comments on the temporary emergency DOL ordinance. Some people were very happy about it while some were notably upset. One woman made a point to yell as she walked by me saying "oh look they can be here for this dumb *&%ing rule but they cant be here to stop dogs shitting all over the place. As she hiked past she kept going while cursing and insulting rangers for not doing their job. I did not engage or even act like i heard her.
1559 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/15/2020 9:30 AM
City Golf Closure, 1 contact
8138 Smuggler Parking Lot Educational Contact 4/14/2020 4:30 PM
Contacted 6 individuals regarding the BOCC emergency ordinance requiring leashes on trail.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/14/2020 2:30 PM
BOCC adopted emergency ordinance prohibiting dogs off-leash on Smuggler Mountain, HC Cutoff Trail, and Jaffee River Trail. The intent of the BOCC is to improve social distancing by preventing dog owners from having to separate mingling dogs (not because they believe dogs are virus carriers). OST will post signs today. City of Aspen rangers and non-ranger OST staff will help educate the public at the two properties (GT at Smuggler and Paul H. at Jaffee Park).
8135 Administration Signage 4/13/2020 4:00 PM
Printed and laminated signage urging visitors to give rangers 6-feet of space for proper social distancing. I made placards for truck windows and JY designed posters for use elsewhere (panniers? kiosks?). I also have two sources building fabric masks for the rangers that will offer some filtration and help us model best practices on the trails (still use N95s for close contacts).
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Meeting/Planning 4/13/2020 12:00 PM
The BOCC is likely passing an emergency ordinance to require dogs to be leashed on all OST properties including Smuggler, HC Cutoff, and Jaffee trails. I have signage ready to be printed. Non-ranger OST staff have volunteered to help educate the public on new rules as trail ambassadors.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 4/13/2020 12:00 PM
Patrolled Smuggler with new 8140, Ryan Latham. We ran into 8138 and 8139 and had a ranger reunion. Nice and quiet on the mountain for a change.
1557 City Golf Course Everything great 4/12/2020 11:00 AM
NO one on the course this morning !
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/11/2020 4:00 PM
Contacted 4 in the hot springs. It was two groups of 2. They were all rude. In the parking lot a family with two parents and two children pulled in and got out of the car. The dad let me know that closing the hot springs was government overreach and this all was ridiculous. Everyone at the hot springs was from Glenwood.
1557 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/11/2020 3:30 PM
Contact with several people walking the course .
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 4/11/2020 2:30 PM
A group of 3 people expressed their concern for some folks not spreading out enough while hiking. I told them I would contact people if they had a description. They said it was unclear and just wanted us to remind people if we see it.
8136 Stein Park (AVLT) Educational Contact 4/11/2020 12:30 PM
I spoke with a man and woman with electric scooters in Stein Parking area. They were looking to hop on the Rio with their new scooters. I informed them motorized use was prohibited. Friendly and compliant.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 4/11/2020 12:30 PM
Fielded a couple of complaints about people not wearing masks. There were a lot of people out and for the most part were complying with the 6ft regulation.
1557 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/11/2020 12:15 PM
Contact made with a family of 4 on the golf course, explained the course is closed to all uses . They were understanding and compliant.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 4/11/2020 11:30 AM
Compliance was pretty good this morning because of the crowds. I did contact two individuals about their DOL. Compliant and friendly.
1557 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/11/2020 11:00 AM
Contact made with 1 female and a large black dog heading to the course , she was willing to walk her dog elsewhere . asking why the course is closed to walking ? I have no answer but will look into it.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/11/2020 10:00 AM
1557 Rio Grande Park Called to scene 4/10/2020 5:15 PM
Reports of the local Rugby team practicing . Good Social Distancing
8136 Arciero Trailhead Educational Contact 4/10/2020 5:00 PM
Got the attention of a man with a dog heading toward Dart from Arciero. I pointed at the No Dogs sign from my vehicle as I turned onto N River Rd. He acknowledged it, gave me a thumbs up, and turned around.
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 4/10/2020 3:30 PM
Walk through with 1559, found 2 camps packed up and hopefully moving on . 1 new camp tagged, 48 hrs to remove.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/10/2020 3:30 PM
Moved along two people standing near riverbank looking at flooded hotsprings. The man stated, "I can read", and later apologized after I lectured them on public health etc. He was also wearing a robe with glitter writing on the back that read, "REPEAT OFFENDER".
1557 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/10/2020 3:15 PM
Several contacts made with people walking on the golf course . Compliant , not happy but compliant.
1557 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/10/2020 11:00 AM
Contact made with Laura Garnner regarding course being closed for any and all use.Compliant.
1559 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/10/2020 11:00 AM
Golf Course Closure Patrol, 11 contacts
1557 Mollie Gibson Park Followed-up on issue 4/09/2020 5:30 PM
Several contacts made with people meeting at the park to enjoy the sunset . Everyone was observing good social distance.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 4/09/2020 4:30 PM
We are now in a Stage 1 Fire Ban.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/09/2020 4:00 PM
Got a complaint about folks using the hot springs. When I arrived I talked to one individual in the parking lot, he was going to go in. Nobody else was there. I also opened up the hot springs to let the river in.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 4/09/2020 3:00 PM
Several contacts made .
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 4/09/2020 11:30 AM
Called back into work to draft report for GT to present to BOCC updating on impacts of COVID19 on trail use.
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 4/09/2020 11:00 AM
Camp clean up , Marolt Open Space With 1558 &1559 , two truck loads.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Followed-up on issue 4/09/2020 8:30 AM
Removed Nordic stuff from Northstar
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 4/09/2020 7:00 AM
Contacted Aubrey Lane and John Bennett sharing a tent across from AVH. Both will remove belongings by tommorow at noon (4/10)
8135 Emma Open Space Fire 4/08/2020 6:30 PM
monitored a call around 6-630 PM for a possibly wildland fire near the Emma School house. I was unable to respond but it sounded like an electric fire from one of the power line poles. Fire stood down right away, I will see if anything burned tomorrow.
1559 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/08/2020 4:30 PM
2 golfers, asked to vacate. Compliant
8135 Cora May Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/08/2020 3:30 PM
Strung a yellow rope across the Cora May driveway. We will need two 30-holers and about 15-20’ of chain to effectively close the access.
8135 Wilton Jaffee Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/08/2020 3:30 PM
Responded by email to complaint by Adam Longnecker of dogs off-leash on Jaffee Trail in the area of a pine marten family. Complaint forwarded by 48. I explained the first 1.5 mile of Jaffee Trail is a voice & sight control area and encouraged Longnecker to report specific instances of pets harassing wildlife.
8135 Castle Creek Road Educational Contact 4/08/2020 3:00 PM
Called in two young men cooking on a campfire on the roadside at Castle Creek Rd. and Little Annie Rd. (about MM 7.0). I spoke with 10 and agreed to contact the group. I extinguished the campfire, dispersed the fire ring, and educated the individuals on camping and fire restrictions during COVID19. Good use for the blue water jug I just put in 107.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 4/08/2020 2:30 PM
A call came in for a missing four year old last seen a half hour prior near the Lani White trailhead. I responded from near Stein Falls. I located the boy on the Upper Rio near the Mills ST bridge. APD picked the up the boy.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 4/08/2020 1:30 PM
Was called by a man who had said that unleashed dogs have jumped on him two days in a row on Smuggler and the Upper Rio.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 4/08/2020 1:00 PM
Patrolled Wilden and Filoha closures. No sign of trespass, only tracks from authorized parties on easements. I had a nice chat with Bob Durham. Durham wants us to know we’ll see him on the Filoha camera from when he accessed the area by permission of Dr. Johnson during work on his greenhouse.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 4/08/2020 12:00 PM
Contacted three young women from Rifle and evicted from Penny Hot Springs (CO:AOL 114). Pink tagged four climber vehicles that were parked in the closed area. I asked them to use lower lot, as I felt their vehicles would attract more trespassers and generate more calls to dispatch.
8135 Stein Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/08/2020 12:00 PM
Busiest I have ever seen Stein Trial area. People all alone the river shore. Compliant and social distancing well.
1559 City Golf Course Closure violation 4/08/2020 11:15 AM
Meeting with Steve Aiken and crew about total golf course closure
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 4/08/2020 11:00 AM
Made 5 DOL education contacts from Clarks to Stein Park.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 4/08/2020 10:30 AM
Walk through Marolt Open Space camping hotspot with 1958, 110, and 124. Found multiple old camps, 2ish active camps tagged, will return tommorow morning for wake up call.
8135 Bull Pen Lot Educational Contact 4/07/2020 6:00 PM
Contacted man and woman who let dog off-leash in Bull Pen Trailhead. Educated on leash law and alerted to presence of many newborn calves adjacent to trail. Reminded of social distancing.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 4/07/2020 4:30 PM
Called in extra patrol request of Jaffee Park to PCSO night shift. Lifted white camper van (CO:QSP-551) had been parked in Jaffee Park all day with occupant sitting inside. I didn’t feel comfortable making a contact on my own. 10 reported van left shortly after my second patrol of the park.
8135 Cora May Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/07/2020 3:30 PM
Cora May Lode driveway will probably be melted out enough for a 4x4 to drive within a few warm days. Chain it as soon as the ranger truck can pull in.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 4/07/2020 3:00 PM
Dispatch aired a call for people violating social distancing in Mollie Gibson Park. 10, C1, and 1558 responded. I counted one group of 15 people In addition to another 8 or so unrelated visitors in the park and relayed info to responding officers. Deputies educated group and had them spread out to avoid generating more phone calls.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 4/07/2020 2:00 PM
Busy day at NSNP with a handful of people skiing the Nordic track and many more paddling the river. 5 cars at Stillwater, 5 at North Gate, 3 at the Beach, 2 at South Gate, and 1 at Wildwood.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 4/07/2020 12:00 PM
Attended Housing Stability Meeting (online) regarding homelessness during COVID19. Aspen Homeless Shelter (now located in HHS conference rooms) is well stocked with food, extending overnight services through April, and able to offer curbside pickup for free food (call 9709240415). Minimal behavioral issues reported so far as there’s a small group staying overnight and the shelter is closed to new/out of area clients. A designated legal camping area may be set up in Buttermilk parking lot - TBD. Sara McNamara is the POC for non-shelter HHS needs.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/07/2020 11:00 AM
Followed up on complaint by Bill G. of overnight parking at Lazy Glen parking area. GOA. Likely early morning farmer parking. Installed one of the new “no camping” trailhead signs and removed inaccurate signage. Bill reported seeing vehicle again around 1500; I checked again and found nothing at 1645. Located green tarps in trees below farmer port-a-john (likely just blew off Cooper’s field).
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Vandalism 4/07/2020 11:00 AM
Reinstalled “no dog” sign at Dart that had been knocked over. This summer let’s install permanent sign posts.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Patrol/Outreach 4/07/2020 10:30 AM
Opened Grace-Shehi Bike Park for the season. Track looks fairly dry and firm. Should make the BMX kids happy.
8135 Hooks Spur Lot Educational Contact 4/07/2020 9:30 AM
Contacted “Laura,” the woman who lives in a silver Pathfinder and frequents Hooks Spur Lot. I had observed many wipes in the grass and a pile of feces near her vehicle. We had the longest conversation yet. I educated Laura about littering and camping restrictions. Laura explained that she’s a seasonal organic landscaper and doesn’t use anything with “chemicals” like hand wipes. We talked about the pandemic, what rangers do, and protecting the environment. Laura was more lucid and chatty than I’ve ever seen her. FYI - there was a man sleeping in her car that I didn’t recognize. Be aware that she may not be alone. Exercise extra caution in cleaning up trash, like wipes and tissues, due to COVID19 concerns.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Signage 4/06/2020 4:00 PM
Pulled traffic barrels from upper Smuggler parking area. 8137 was kind enough to ready all materials for pickup.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 4/06/2020 2:00 PM
Attended OST staff meeting. Some relevant updates: BLM is down staff and we may help keep an eye on the Crown. OST is only hiring back Brad, Brian B., and Kevin in terms of seasonal maintenance staff. Budget cuts are coming, but these won’t dramatically impact OST (as we have a set property tax). CDOT ROW enforcement agreements are progressing at Penny Hot Springs and NSNP.
8135 Avalanche Creek/Tarr OS Signage 4/06/2020 12:00 PM
Posted “no camping” and “no fires” icons at Tarr OS access. Picked up gross trash at burn scar from unattended campfire.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/06/2020 12:00 PM
Responded to social distancing complaint at Prince Creek TH with 71. No code violations evident. Took photo of associated vehicles. 8137 spoke with RP by phone and discussed tailgating issue at Bull Pen lot.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Mutual Aid 4/05/2020 3:30 PM
Called in man openly smoking weed while driving his car past Smuggler Mtn trailhead. Followed long enough to give a plate to APD and cleared.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/05/2020 12:30 PM
Patrolled Prince Creek for parking issues - OK. Removed trail flooded signs from lower trail. Lots of bike traffic on Crystal Trail and Prince Creek Trail.
8135 Red Wind Point Educational Contact 4/05/2020 12:00 PM
Contacted male resident of Nettle Creek neighborhood walking small leashed dog on two-track leading into Red Wind Point closure. I lectured man about big horn sheep conservation and man turned around before OST closure sign staying on USFS land. I advised the man that we have a camera posted to monitor for trespass and warned I’ll ticket if he violates closure. Pleasant enough individual.
8135 Administration Mutual Aid 4/05/2020 9:00 AM
Chose to end my deployment with the IMT as of tonight to focus on OST ranger operations. It was a great learning experience!
8136 Wheatley Gulch Patrol/Outreach 4/04/2020 5:30 PM
Forgot to mention I've had to hammer in the No Dog signs a few times the past week or so. Seems someone keeps knocking them down.
8136 Prince Creek Trail Parking 4/04/2020 4:00 PM
Checked on Handy Drive parking situation. OK at 1600. Light rain and overcast kept crowds down.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 4/04/2020 3:00 PM
A call came in for an accident/welfare check at North Star for a women who crashed crosscounty skiing but was denying an ambulance. 21 and Myself responded. 21 cleared the individual before I arrived.
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/04/2020 2:15 PM
No obvious signs of trespass in soil at entrance to Filoha.
1558 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/04/2020 2:00 PM
8136 Wilden Property Patrol/Outreach 4/04/2020 2:00 PM
Security check on the house. Looking better with a dumpster getting loaded up out front.
1558 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Closure violation 4/04/2020 1:30 PM
Contacted two males in their 20’s in skatepark closure. Nice and compliant
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/04/2020 12:00 PM
Moved along two individuals from the hot springs. They were parked below. Not friendly, did not give me any information. After they left they walked down the road the other direction, I'd imagine looking for another hot springs. I stopped at the residence of John Whalen at the hot springs ranch property to let them know they had some folks checking out their property from the road and to keep an eye out. They were thankful and have been active trying to keep people away.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/04/2020 11:00 AM
Contacted multiple people about parking, cleaned up someones dump site, and contacted multiple people about their dogs. There were more dogs than people on the road. Outreached about caving season and wildlife.
1558 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Followed-up on issue 4/04/2020 9:00 AM
Observed parks crew in filling skatepark with plow spoils to prevent use
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/03/2020 5:30 PM
Cleaned up and replaced signage at the hot springs after the snow plows destroyed the last ones.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/03/2020 5:00 PM
Moved along 15 people from the penny hot springs. Two groups. Ten from Eagle and five from Denver. They were all parked in the lower climbing lot. I informed the SO.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 4/03/2020 2:30 PM
I moved the cones a bit to free up another couple spaces. There’s still a pile of snow that’s coned off. Might be good soon if warm weather persists.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 4/03/2020 2:00 PM
Andy Mil let me know that his 3k fly set up was stolen out of his truck last week at Jaffee park during the day. I encouraged him to make a report to the SO and that we would keep an eye out.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Educational Contact 4/03/2020 2:00 PM
Made three contacts to folk about to head down the trail with their dol. All complied.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Closure violation 4/03/2020 9:00 AM
Discussed what closure of Aspen Golf Course would entail. w/ BL, Jeff W, Austin, and Steve A.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Followed-up on issue 4/03/2020 8:15 AM
Observed work crew parking 4 personal vehicles at Stein park. Asked them to move vehicles, and then observed there job site. Passed possible code violation onto APD
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 4/01/2020 12:30 PM
A man ran away from me when he saw me approaching for a dol contact. He got away. Tall guy with a medium sized dog, white with black spots. Just up from Stein.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 4/01/2020 12:00 PM
Contacted two ladies about to get on the Rio from Stein park with their dogs off leash.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Written Warning 4/01/2020 11:00 AM
Contacted Pam Cathcart on the brush creek trail with a dog during the dog closure. She said she didn’t see the sign from where she came in. I let her go with a WW. Last contact was in 2012. WW.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Educational Contact 3/31/2020 5:30 PM
15 or more ECs reminding people of the closure while waiting at upper and lower trailheads throughout the day.
8136 Prince Creek Trail Parking 3/31/2020 5:30 PM
Listened to complaints all day of people parking at Handy Drive. Sheriffs office is going to head up there at 1830 to contact folks. C1 said he was going to connect with Road and Bridge and OST to figure out more options..
8136 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 3/31/2020 5:30 PM
21 people or more using the trail when I switched out the Seasonal Closure to No Dogs at 1745hrs.
8136 East of Aspen Trail Educational Contact 3/31/2020 12:00 PM
Chat with a woman with a cattle dog off leash in the middle of highway 82 as she biked. Encouraged using a leash and reminded her that her dog was running in the middle of a highway.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/30/2020 3:00 PM
Reports of more people in the hot springs ignoring the closure and social distancing. 71 went up the Crystal to move people along. Another deputy would be assigned to the area for the night shift.
8135 Highway 82 Mutual Aid 3/29/2020 4:30 PM
Located subject of a welfare check walking down the HWY82 viaduct at Shale Bluffs. Made contact at request of 77 and kept her occupied until a coworker and two deputies arrived. The subject had somehow gotten separated from her car after losing her job and getting arrested on her way home to California.
1559 Parks Office User conflict 3/29/2020 3:00 PM
Lee Mulchahy drove onto Parks Dept property trying to find the art we had of his. We fled after I started to call into dispatch.
8135 Avalanche Creek/Tarr OS Educational Contact 3/29/2020 2:00 PM
Contacted two people out of Denver in a red Chevy truck with Kansas plates parked in Tarr Open Space access on Avalanche Creek Rd. I had earlier seen the couple’s truck at an illegal camp on USFS land in Redstone I reported to 2220. An orange tent bundled in their cab matched the one I’d seen in camp. I lectured the visitors on local camping restrictions and pointed out the burn scar within feet of their truck caused by an illegal camp earlier this week. When I found out they were traveling the area, I also lectured them on the Stay at Home Order and the impact tourism can have on rural hospitals.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Verbal Warning 3/29/2020 2:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Marti Hall for trespassing on BCT seasonal closure with dog (yellow lab) and Ellen Kucker for trespassing on BCT seasonal closure with off-leash dog (black lab). Hall and Kucker indicated they were confused about closure as they’d seen others on trail recently and thought closure was lifted during COVID19. I explained closure is in effect until 4/1 to protect migrating wildlife and dogs are prohibited until 5/16. I referred the ladies to Pitkin Outside and recommended other plowed trails nearby.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Wildlife 3/29/2020 1:30 PM
Watched a coyote descend the cliff above Penny Hot Springs and send the Filoha sheep herd running for high ground. Very cool.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 3/29/2020 1:00 PM
Responded to call from dispatch for two cars at closed Penny Hot Springs. Tagged one unoccupied vehicle (ID: 5B 92977). Note on dashboard said “Dear Officer, Plz don’t ticket me. I’m not w/anyone @ Hot Springs. Happy Quarantine.” I later contacted 3 occupants of vehicle coming back from climbing. I instructed owner to park elsewhere for climbing or other accesses, as area is closed. Contacted another 5 people in three vehicles stopping to check out the springs. 7 of 8 contacted appeared to be young and from out of the area. Passerby yelled “thank you” out their window and another gave me a thumbs up.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 3/29/2020 1:00 PM
Responded to harassment in progress on RGT with 109 and 1558. Looking for aggressive couple blue and purple jackets coughed on RPs wife. UTL
1558 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 3/29/2020 12:30 PM
8135 Crystal Trail Educational Contact 3/29/2020 11:00 AM
Educational contact with female runner with off-leash dog (“Tucker” tan Ranch dog) on Crystal Trail at Mile 63.0 near Sustainable Settings. I explained the presence of grazing cattle, and the woman argued her dog didn’t need a leash as it was a ranch dog. The woman was non-compliant and argumentative stating she lived on a nearby ranch (either Sustainable Settings or Sewell?). I handed out a leash. She ran back to the ranch refusing to the leash the dog. I would’ve stopped her if we weren’t under instructions to limit interaction with visitors.
8135 Wilden Property Closed Area 3/29/2020 10:30 AM
Walk thru on Wilden property - OK. FYI, Friend family in main household is cleaning out the Wilden apartment in exchange for April’s rent. You may see them around.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Closed Area 3/29/2020 10:00 AM
Someone tore down the closure rope at Perham Creek TH. I cleaned up the flagging tape they left behind. Sign and locked gate are obvious enough that no one would have excuse to trespass with or without rope.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Found resource damage 3/29/2020 9:15 AM
Large distancing sign has be removed from South Gate, will replace.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Closure violation 3/29/2020 9:00 AM
Spoke with woman from my patrol vehicle about dog off leash on E of Aspen Trail and throwing ball into preserve
8136 Brush Creek Trail Educational Contact 3/28/2020 1:00 PM
Pulled over to talk to two folks walking Brush Creek Trail. It was Jeff and Jamie from OST. Jeff said the trail has had traffic recently. He spoke with Ted who didn’t seem to mind considering the circumstances. BCT opens for the season (no dogs) in 3 days anyway..
8136 Arciero Trailhead Resource Damage 3/28/2020 1:00 PM
Shawn Taylor 208-755-5464 reported bumping into the fence and damaging a post at Arciero TH. No damage to his vehicle but wanted to offer to pay for the damage. I said I would follow up if OST would like to be reimbursed. Seems like pretty minor damage based on a photo. See email.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Educational Contact 3/27/2020 12:30 PM
Observed two folks walking toward BCT from the Rodeo lot. I parked at the upper TH near the Seasonal Closure sandwich board and educated them through the window of my truck. They thanked me for reaching out prior rather than letting them go passed the sign etc.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Found resource damage 3/27/2020 12:30 PM
Nordic map board had be broken off from base legs. Removed mapboard, should find legs after melt, return to Nordic program if 30” in. Cedar posts are found at South Gate, please
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 3/26/2020 12:00 PM
Contacted drivers of two cars parking on the dirt across from North Gate. 12 cars parked on top of each other at North Gate. Zero cars at South Gate. Go figure.
8136 Stein Park (AVLT) Patrol/Outreach 3/26/2020 10:30 AM
I was contacted by a man asking to ride in my truck to the Sunnyside trailhead. Nice try!
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Trash 3/25/2020 1:30 PM
Cleaned parking area on HWY82 of Lazy Glen Bridge. Evidence of dumping and lots of trash.
8135 Crystal Trail Maintenance 3/25/2020 11:00 AM
Cut and removed large downed tree on Crystal Trail at Thompson Creek Open Space. Chainsaw ran well.
8135 Wilden Property Closed Area 3/25/2020 10:00 AM
Contacted two men at Wilden Property - SGM employees inspecting the bridge for OST. Security check on the apartment - OK.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/25/2020 8:00 AM
Responded to Penny Hot Springs on report of closure trespass. 75 got there first and moved along one woman who had walked up road from Avocado Wall parking area. I placed a sign on a cone at the lower parking area warning about closure upstream. We found one sleeper in the climber pullout, but 75 and I elected not to contact. Did a thorough cleaning of Penny Hot Springs pullout and pool area.
8135 Avalanche Creek/Tarr OS Fire 3/25/2020 7:00 AM
Carbondale Fire responded to a wildland fire caused by an unattended campfire in the pullout for Tarr Open Space, likely from an illegal campsite. Fire ran a short ways uphill before being extinguished. I investigated and determined fire was wholly located on USFS land.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/24/2020 5:45 PM
Took call from confused dispatcher regarding an upset trail user. Called back “Gette” Verin of W/J who wanted to report equestrians with a dog off-leash on RGT by Steven’s Street. I answered a few questions and calmed her down. She was in a good mood and said she sent a video to GT. I had him forward to me. Low priority for the time-being.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 3/24/2020 12:30 PM
Responded with PCSO, Aspen Ambi, and Aspen Fire to motorcycle vs. deer accident at Mile 6.0 on Upper River Rd. adjacent to RGT. Provided traffic control. Patient broke both arms after swerving to avoid deer and crashing into rocky ditch. Transported by AVH.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Signage 3/24/2020 12:00 PM
Began posting new, more strongly worded “social distancing” signage. Posed installing signs for photo op with Janet and then Aspen Times. Old signs should be replaced and kept for reprinting at Reprographics, per Planning & Outreach staff. See “Backburner” project list.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/23/2020 6:30 PM
Deputy 10 ran two plates of vehicles at closed Penny Hot Springs on a silver Subaru of Avon, CO and a contractor truck. The deputy contacted the subjects regarding the closure, and then hung out to patrol the area for awhile. He reported moving along 6 vehicles in total with good cooperation from the visitors.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Mutual Aid 3/23/2020 6:30 PM
Advised dispatch on a trespass call related to shed hunting. Shed hunting season is closed until May 1st.
8136 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Educational Contact 3/22/2020 5:30 PM
DOL just East of Holland Hills. The man had a retractable leash around the dogs collar and grabbed it when he saw me biking toward him. I made an educational contact explaining the leash should be held while on the trail. Friendly and compliant. Middle age white male with small white dog.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/22/2020 2:00 PM
Closed Penny Hot Springs due to COVID19 concerns. Assisted by CDOT and the Sheriff’s Office. Barricaded pullout and posted closure signage, but it’s still easy to pull into the lot. I emailed photos to JU for a press release. Aspen Daily News also showed up while we were posting the closure (likely listening to our radio traffic). Judging by the near constant stream of vehicles pulling into the closure, I anticipate keeping people out of the springs will be challenging.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 3/22/2020 2:00 PM
Between 1400-1600, Deputy 10 and I moved along 28 cars and contacted 39 people in total (only 7 cars were parked in the area at any one time).
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 3/22/2020 2:00 PM
One man I contacted about the Penny Hot Springs closure, a white male with long brown hair in a red Chevy pickup with Georgia plates, was confrontational. The man stated “so this is what it comes to, it‘s even closed outside,” made some references to authoritarianism, and stated he drove for “three hours” to visit the springs. I actually started to drive away to end the conversation as it felt unsafe. The man left and then drove back by a few minutes later honking and flicking me off. Partial plate of Georgia BMZ17—. Reported encounter to Deputy 10 to add to PCSO Passdown.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 3/22/2020 12:00 PM
Sent 8137 to tow abandoned vehicle at Jaffee Park, but it was GOA. Apparently “tow” is the magic word when it comes to pink tags.
8135 Crystal River Valley Penny Hot Springs 3/22/2020 10:00 AM
Two vehicles and two people at Penny Hot Springs. No sign of the camper reported a week ago.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 3/22/2020 10:00 AM
Security check on Wilden - OK. Light was left on in garage by contractors cleaning the place. You’ll see my tracks in the snow
8136 Perham Creek Trailhead Closed Area 3/21/2020 1:45 PM
8135 passed on a report of a blue Subaru CO QCR-925 parked at Perham Creek TH likely trespassing. I responded from North Star Nature Preserve but the vehicle was GOA.
8136 Open Space & Trails Signage 3/21/2020 8:00 AM
Began posting "Social Distancing" signs at popular trailheads as directed by Lindsey. I added a list(1-20) on the Backburner Doc to keep track of locations.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Educational Contact 3/20/2020 4:45 PM
DOL on RGT passing Lazy Glen. I contacted a woman from my vehicle at Arciero and reminded her of dog regulations and rangers continued presence through the pandemic.
1558 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 3/20/2020 11:00 AM
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 3/19/2020 1:30 PM
Pink tagged truck with camper and trailer (British Columbia plate: MR-4168) evidently parked overnight at Jaffee Park (no tracks in snow). Gold sedan is still parked in the lot apparently abandoned with no sign of activity.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 3/19/2020 1:00 PM
Spoke with contractors harvesting willows at Glassier homestead; the willows are for the Crystal River streambank project.
8135 Administration Mutual Aid 3/18/2020 3:00 PM
Worked for Pitkin IMT on COVID19 incident from 1500-1900.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 3/18/2020 1:00 PM
Pink tagged abandoned gold sedan in Jaffee Park (CO:USQ-584). Please tow if still here on the weekend. This will be a private property tow and the vehicle will be impounded by whichever tow company responds. Please give Dispatch the plate so they can log the tow if someone calls.
8135 Glassier Open Space Illegal Camping 3/18/2020 11:30 AM
Patrolled Glassier Open Space boneyard. Documented large amounts of junk and many vehicles allegedly belonging to Alec Parker. Parker’s employees weren’t in the area, nor were their vehicles/camper. Reported all to Paul H. for him to figure out, as this is an agricultural lease issue.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 3/18/2020 11:30 AM
Had a pleasant chat with Jay Parker harrowing the fields and “self-isolating” on his tractor near Glassier Trail. Parker said he contacted a man running into the closure with dogs and explained the area was closed; the guy ran along anyways. Parker also explained the camp on Glassier belonged to his grandson who was staying in a sheep trailer to avoid spreading COVID19 to his grandmother. The trailer has been removed.
8135 Administration Accident/Rescue 3/18/2020 10:00 AM
Monitored call for sick patient (ID protocol) in Basalt’s Triangle Park. A good reminder about the possibility of similar calls on OST.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 3/18/2020 10:00 AM
Took complaint from Jim Kravitz (ACES) of SUP boarder climbing over beaver dam within river channel at Stillwater. Kravitz sent me multiple photos along with two possible license plates. I explained we had limited capacity to respond and indicated I would investigate. UTL at 1400hrs. To be clear, this is a low priority right now as climbing over beaver dams isn’t clearly prohibited by NSNP MP and the river opens once grooming stops for the season.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 3/18/2020 9:00 AM
Received approval from Ted on 2020 revision of the OST Ranger Manual. I will upload it to the Ranger Folder soon.
8135 Glassier Open Space Illegal Camping 3/17/2020 5:00 PM
Called Eagle County dispatch and requested a deputy respond to contact two white men reportedly camped in a junky camper on Glassier Open Space immediately north of intersection of Alec Parker’s driveway with RGT. I observed the men drive a pickup truck mounted with an American flag and Trump MAGA flag into the area. Upon our initial visit 8136 and I thought the area of the “camp” was private land. After using GIS to determine it was located on OST, I requested law enforcement respond to contact the men while I was off-duty. Turns out the men work with Alec Parker on the leased land, and there was no evidence of drug use and it’s unclear whether the men are camping. Any issues with the ag. lease in question are Paul Holsinger’s business.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/17/2020 4:30 PM
14 cars and 28 people
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/17/2020 4:30 PM
14 cars and 28 people
8135 Glassier Open Space Illegal Camping 3/17/2020 4:00 PM
A squatter was reported at Glassier Open Space. 8135 and myself went to investigate but determined they were on private property. We later realized they were on OS and reported to the Eagle County SO. We'll need to check back tomorrow and make sure they have moved on.
8135 Hooks Spur Lot Trash 3/17/2020 2:45 PM
Cleaned most of the large trash items including large amount of soiled wet wipes and cigarette butts from Hooks Spur Lot. While cleaning I spoke with a man and woman with tan off-leash dog in a silver SUV (CO:VBS9777) who claimed “open space” took her land or at least a “small piece of it.” Couple appeared to be living in their vehicle. I turned over a glass pipe and small ziplock baggy I found in lot to ECSO Deputy Sauer. Passed on plate of suspicious vehicle as well.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 3/17/2020 10:30 AM
Reduced all outstanding OST tickets (#2129 and #2181) to written warnings in effort to show leniency and reduce burden on community members during the pandemic. Both were first offense tickets issued near BHS with no prior contacts. Refunded fine payment for PA #2129.
1558 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 3/17/2020 9:30 AM
Lots of dog owner education
8136 Emma Homestead Patrol/Outreach 3/16/2020 4:30 PM
I added a fourth lock to the Emma general store. The door was cracked open considerably and there are hikes and stuff stored in there that are visible if you look close. It is secure now. Combo in sheets
8135 Emma Homestead Patrol/Outreach 3/16/2020 3:30 PM
I don’t think I’ve ever seen more people on Emma Trail even during busy summer months. It will be cool to look at trail counts when this is all over.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Written Warning 3/16/2020 2:00 PM
Cited Tom Ferguson after watching his off-leash dog run multiple times towards the HWY82 lane of traffic in the “zero tolerance” section and then proceed towards the active grazing/calving area on Emma Open Space. I tried multiple times to get Ferguson’s attention from across the road and then from a distance on foot, but was unsuccessful. After clearing with Ted, I later converted this ticket to a written warning, lectured Ferguson on responsibly enjoying open space, and explained that I was using my discretion to drop the ticket to a warning as I didn’t want to anyone stressing about fine payments during the pandemic. Ferguson was very polite and thanked me for doing my job.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/16/2020 2:00 PM
Note on Enforcement: I kept 6’ from Ferguson until I handed him the ticket and used hand sanitizer before/after, but I’m recommending that rangers do not ticket unless an offense is truly “egregious.” I don’t want our program adding stress to a volatile situation (for us or anyone else). We should only take action beyond lecturing from 6’ away or farther (and documenting as an “educational contact”) if there’s serious resource damage or trespass, and only then at the individual ranger’s discretion. Consider all “zero tolerance” policies suspended for the time being. In Ferguson’s case, the risk posed by his dog running wild was mainly to livestock and the dog; lecturing from a distance or taking action only if the situation produced a more serious outcome (i.e. a dead or wounded animal) would’ve been acceptable. Let’s all feel empowered to take it easy and focus on providing a positive and safe outdoor respite for the public (and ourselves) during this mess.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/16/2020 1:30 PM
Security check on Glassier homestead - OK.
8135 Bull Pen Lot Trash 3/16/2020 1:00 PM
Cleaned up bucketful of trash melted out of snow in the Bull Pen Lot. Empty lot with three cars parked uphill at the gate. Removed many alcohol bottles including a shameful amount of Mike’s Hard Lemonade containers.
8135 Redstone Boulders OS Patrol/Outreach 3/16/2020 12:00 PM
LTE booster at the Redstone fire station works great. You can pullover nearby to access email and data.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/16/2020 11:45 AM
6 vehicles at Penny Hot Springs. Herd of bighorn sheep across the river. People soaking together as a group are definitely not exercising social distancing...
8135 Crystal Trail Closed Area 3/16/2020 11:00 AM
Responded to complaint from Ted of visitors trespassing on safety closure of Crystal Trail at the stream bank stabilization project. Reinforced with caution tape and rearranged barricades. People may trespass at their own risk. Spoke with visitors on condition they kept 6’ from me.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 3/15/2020 3:00 PM
Two walkers on the nordic track heading East. I waited at South Gate and informed them to use skis or snowshoes and to check out the RGT for multi-use.
8136 Owl Creek Trail Nordic 3/15/2020 2:00 PM
3 women walking on Owl Creek Nordic track across from Red Barn. I did not make contact.
8136 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 3/15/2020 1:15 PM
13 vehicles. Looked like a mix of dog walkers and fisherman.
8136 Stein Park (AVLT) Parking 3/15/2020 1:00 PM
17 vehicles. 7 were parked across in the yellow hashmarks indicating No Parking. At least 3 more vehicles were trying to pull in while I was there. I was in the pullout across the street with some overflow cars. I waved people over as they came out of Stein lot encouraging them to park on the dirt shoulder to the NE.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 3/15/2020 12:30 PM
50 vehicles including Molly Gibson, Upper and Lower Smug lots. Lots of double parking. Several more people were finding overflow parking in the neighborhood to the SE. The trailhead was very chaotic looking with approx 20 people (likey more) at a glance and countless dogs between kiosk and first switchback. No parking available including someone in our Reserved Parking spot. I tagged the vehicle. CO CHL-941
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/15/2020 12:00 PM
8135 sent me a text stating there was a DOL near the Emma Schoolhouse on RGT as well as two dogs in the Dart seasonal closure. GOA.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 3/15/2020 11:00 AM
A woman with a black lab off leash crossed the road in front of me heading toward the Woody Creek Trailhead. I reminded her out the window to leash her dog if using the RGT.
8135 Administration Accident/Rescue 3/13/2020 7:00 PM
Called back on duty to pick up ID PPE from the ICP. There are two N95 masks and two gowns available for each ranger (stored in a black garbage bag). Update protocol forthcoming.
8135 Emma Homestead Patrol/Outreach 3/13/2020 6:00 PM
Security check on Emma Store building - looks like there’s a gap in the barn door big enough for a kid to squeeze through, but no evidence of trespass.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 3/12/2020 10:30 AM
Both abandoned vehicles still at Jaffee
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/10/2020 3:30 PM
Took call via Dispatch from group of fat-tire bikers wallowing in slushy snow at Mile 36.0 on RGT. Spoke with Ray V. by phone, oriented him to nearby landmarks, recommended possible taxi pickup locations and road routes to WCT, and referred to Pitkin Outside app.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 3/10/2020 3:00 PM
Called owner of tagged Jeep (CO: 365-SBI), Scott Brown, based on documents visible through vehicle window. Brown indicated his vehicle broke down and explained he’s trying to get it towed soon to his house in Woody Creek. 20 agreed to contact RO of second vehicle (CO: USQ-584), but found no contact number. Hopefully the owner sees the pink tag soon.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 3/10/2020 12:30 PM
Lots of people and the sow melt is exposing lots abandoned waste.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 3/10/2020 12:00 PM
Prepared continuity of operations protocol for ranger program in response to COVID-19. See shared Google doc.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 3/10/2020 7:00 AM
Pink-tagged two vehicles parked overnight in Jaffee Park (CO: 365-SBI, CO: USQ-584). Both vehicles still had 8137’s note on their windshield. Floodlights worked well with Daylight Savings time change.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 3/09/2020 5:45 PM
12 vehicles and at least two dozen people at Penny Hot Springs. One educational contact for dog on the riverbank. Lectured group on USFS no camping within 1/4 of Crystal River regulation. Bad attitude from the dog owner - I would say that fight isn’t worthwhile until signage is posted. As CDOT lease has yet to be signed, I took no enforcement action and sent photos of plates to 2220. Spoke to three people about recently adopted Penny Hot Springs Management Plan - much concern about possible development and regulation. I clarified planned development is limited to a trial port-a-potty, basic enforcement, and safer river access.
8135 Crystal Trail Maintenance 3/09/2020 5:00 PM
Closed the Crystal Trail at the stream bank stabilization project. The embankment is now fully eroded to the trail edge and admin decided it posed a liability. Signed at Thomas Rd. and the south side of the construction zone for public safety.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Verbal Warning 3/09/2020 1:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Isabelle Freidheim for failure to bring leashes for two dogs on Smuggler Mtn. Open Space. Lectured on hazard of wildlife and aggressive dogs. Warned failure to follow policy could result in a ticket. Polite.
8136 Jaffee Park Parking 3/09/2020 8:00 AM
Left notes on two cars parked at Jaffee possibly associated with park n riding or leaving overnight. Maroon Jeep CO 365-SBI and beige chevy sedan CO USQ-584.
8136 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 3/09/2020 8:00 AM
Old red truck with tan camper was pulling out of Jaffee at 0803 hrs as I came in. There were no tracks in snow. Camped overnight. CO DHE-630
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 3/08/2020 8:30 AM
Shale bluffs had multiple slides throughout the day. Right lane of 82 has been blocked.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 3/07/2020 3:00 PM
I grabbed bleach and a spray bottle for sanitizing stuff. It is currently on the glass desk in the office. There rest of the bleach is in the closet.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 3/07/2020 11:30 AM
Looks like someone tried to break/bend the dog leash sign at turn off for WC Tavern. I bent it back. Seems OK
1558 Rio Grande Park Dog off leash - education contact 3/06/2020 11:45 AM
Doing winter season leash education on RGT by newbury and recycle center
8136 Stein Park (AVLT) Wildlife 3/06/2020 9:00 AM
I put a "Bears in Area" sandwich board at the downvalley RGT entrance at Stein park.
8135 Wilden Property Closed Area 3/05/2020 6:30 PM
Checked on Wilden apartment with 8136 on report from Ted of an open window and removed screen that neither of us has seen on recent patrols. No obvious footprints around building. Left card on neighbor’s door introducing myself and 8136 and encouraging them to call if they see trespassers. Let’s patrol the property regularly.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/05/2020 12:30 PM
Returned calls to the Horse Council and RFTA regarding a confusing letter to the editor posted in Aspen Daily News that claims OST has signs prohibiting horses on RGT. Fake news.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 3/05/2020 7:00 AM
No new tracks going into Red Wind or Perham. Possible snowshoe tracks coming from Wilden towards Filoha.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/05/2020 7:00 AM
Checked on car that appeared to have been parked in Jaffee Park for sometime (CO: USQ-584) please check on it mañana. Picked up trash at WC TH and spooked an early morning dog owner into complying with the leash law. I’d guess there’s quite a bit of morning and evening violating of the old leash law in Woody Creek.
8135 Wilden Property Patrol/Outreach 3/05/2020 4:00 AM
Recieved an Email from Ted stating a window had been opened, screen removed, and heat turned on in the Wilden residence. Let's keep an eye out.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 3/05/2020 2:00 AM
Two bear cubs spotted on the Rio. I went to investigate and found a bear Den on the Rio. This will generate multiple calls. I have notified CPW. See email.
8135 Cora May Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/04/2020 1:30 PM
Visited newly acquired Cora May parcel with Janet and Dale. See email for orientation. Plowed out Ski Hayden access.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Parking 3/04/2020 11:00 AM
Returned call and left voicemail for “Mary” regarding parking complaint at Handy Drive and Prince Creek Rd. I explained limited legal parking is available, per our sign, along the road shoulder and encouraged her to direct parking complaints to PCSO.
8135 Wilden Property Closed Area 3/03/2020 4:00 PM
Checked on Wilden. House is secure as it can be while unlocked. Salvaged a kids bike for donation.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/03/2020 3:00 PM
8 cars and at least a dozen people at Penny Hot Springs. 17 sheep grazing nearby in Filoha Meadows.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 3/03/2020 2:30 PM
No sign of trespass at lower Glassier accesses. Followed footprints that ran along the backside of the Glassier Homestead and apparently led to a piece of pink flagging tape near the parcel corner; otherwise, property was secure. No sign of the schedule CPW elk capture helicopter operations. I later saw a CPW convoy headed up HWY133 from Prince Creek Rd. possibly on the way to capture elk above Filoha.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 3/03/2020 2:00 PM
Cited Cecily Runge for two small DOL (one warning, one ticket) on RGT near Roaring Fork Club. Runge was apologetic and very polite, but stated she was aware of regs (passed three signs) and explained her dog had chased elk and cows in the past.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Maintenance 3/03/2020 1:00 PM
Inspected large rockslide on RGT between Arciero TH and Wheatley. Bill had already placed rockfall warning signage. Boulders remain on the path, a section of the green fencing was destroyed, and the paved trail was cracked. Send photos to JU for a social media push.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 3/03/2020 12:00 PM
No sign of trespass at Sky MP. Jeff Edelson informed me they’ve accessed Jackrabbit Ridge recently by snowmobile to fix the tower. Edelson also said the ranch manager snowmobiled up to the gate after each time they visited (you’ll see old tracks circling the closed gate). Holy Cross Energy staff were checking on utilities under Brush Creek Trail (you’ll see their tracks too going out and back from a few roadside pullouts).
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 3/03/2020 9:30 AM
Moved along a High Country Builders vehicle out of our parking spot in lower Smuggler lot. Some of the parking appeared to be taken by contractors. Sent photos and another email to Code Enforcement. Emailed TO about adopting the parcel and empowering rangers to ticket.
8135 Administration Maintenance 3/03/2020 8:30 AM
All ranger pack sets and mobile radios have been reprogrammed. Radios used in the past by 8138 and 8139 are now programmed as OST Ranger 1 and OST Ranger 2, respectively. These radios will be passed around between seasonal staff; rangers will need to remind PCREDC of their call sign while on duty. Sharing saves us about $6,000.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 3/02/2020 11:00 AM
Posted Agriculture/Dogs Must Be Leashed sandwich board at Basalt high school. East side of Southside dr.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/01/2020 3:30 PM
Jerry called about a black lab off leash near Basalt High School. I was near the top of smug at the time of call. UTL
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 3/01/2020 10:15 AM
Pink tag. CO TVQ-912 parked in reserved spot.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 3/01/2020 8:00 AM
Signs of a dog that had gone through Dart closure from Arciero. Frozen prints maybe from yesterday afternoon when it was soft.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Educational Contact 3/01/2020 8:00 AM
Reminded man with old DOL in the parking lot to leash up when on the trail. He had his old yellow lab off leash on North River rd while he put his boots on.
8136 Mills OSP Patrol/Outreach 2/28/2020 12:00 PM
A camper’s lost gun was found under the blue bus camper at East end of intercept lot neighborhood.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 2/28/2020 10:30 AM
Contacted Casey Tizio on the Rio near the High School trailhead for her two dogs off leash. I cited Casey for one of the dogs and gave her a warning for the other. See report. First contact. Citation.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 2/27/2020 2:30 PM
No sign of trespass at Seven Star, View, Ditch, and Cozy accesses. Observed two sets of old ski tracks going up and down the pipeline cut in the closure above Cozy Point South probably at least two to three days old. Please keep your eyes out for trespasses now that the weather is warming.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Parking 2/27/2020 12:45 PM
Put notes on three contractor vehicles (CO: 750-SLX, CO: ADG-M32, CO: AOL-181) using Stein Park as park & ride per public complaint. Cleaned up contents of dumped ashtray. Gold van (CO:VKB-168) was parked likely with one occupant sleeping inside. I explained to RPs that parking lot is owned by AVLT and currently we have no jurisdiction to enforce parking regs.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 2/27/2020 11:00 AM
Educational contact with “Bob” from California skiing outside of groomed track at NSNP to take photos. Educated, recommended several more rustic trails, and referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/27/2020 9:00 AM
Patrolled the Benedict Nordic Trail, a winter-only ski trail that connects North Star XC to Ute Trail. Very cool with some avalanche potential.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/26/2020 2:30 PM
No signs of trespass in Gassier.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 2/26/2020 1:00 PM
Presented draft revisions of Title 12 to the BOCC for first reading. Fielded mostly general questions on ranger enforcement and received strong support from the commissioners. Ordinance will see second reading on 3/11 and subsequently become law.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 2/26/2020 10:00 AM
Reported code violation at Park Circle (construction parking in lower Smuggler parking area) to Chad with Comm Dev. Chad followed up today. I requested permit holder for construction site start finding alternate parking before summer season to avoid blocking public access during busy months. Once this parcel is adopted, we can just ticket or tow.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 2/25/2020 1:30 PM
Took call from Thomas Wise with US Census Bureau looking for multi-occupant “homeless camp” in PItkin County to include on a camp for Census takers. I directed him to HHS, Officer Jerez, the AHS, and the west side of Marolt Open Space.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 2/24/2020 12:00 PM
Checked site of two recent slide offs on Brush Creek Trail - no obvious sign of damage. No sign of human activity at Cozy, Ditch, Seven, and View accesses to Sky Mtn Park. Nice work so far gents.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 2/24/2020 8:15 AM
Whiteout conditions. Non injury accident/slide off mm2 with a vehicle on Brush Creek Trail.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 2/23/2020 12:30 PM
DOL with Alicia Condit near Verena Mallory. Condit stated she took the dog off leash after Benedict Bridge because there was no one around. I pointed out wildlife tracks in the snow and explained importance to protect winter wildlife etc. RM was not cooperating so I issued her a VW and explained fine structure of citations. Later I checked RM on the computer - JA spoke with her 5 years ago about a dog offense with no description. VW
8136 Stein Trail Patrol/Outreach 2/23/2020 10:30 AM
DOL with a woman heading up Burlingame Trail. Unable to catch up from across the river.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 2/22/2020 4:30 PM
13 cars, 35 people, 14 big horn.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 2/22/2020 12:15 PM
Watched a woman let go of leash and let it drag while going up the steep icy staircase at Lani White intersection. She insisted she felt that she would slip if she hadn’t l t go. I recommend traction device for shoes and believed she was being honest.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 2/22/2020 12:00 PM
Everywhere I went was busy today. Northstar was packed at lunch time.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 2/22/2020 12:00 PM
DOL with Sara Roy near private drive before the meadow. Roy has a small white dog Windsloe off leash because she hadn’t seen anyone on the trail. Discussed wildlife and narrow trail user conflicts. First contact VW
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 2/21/2020 1:00 PM
Met with 77 at the Ranger Station to show him jurisdictional boundaries and parcels in the area of little cloud. They kicked out a sleeper on the City Open Space "Little Cloud Trail" and will be monitoring it the next few days. They may get a hold of BL or county OST for assistance.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 2/21/2020 12:30 PM
Monitored a call for 77 and 65 for a sleeper on Little Cloud trail. They were confused to who had jurisdiction.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/21/2020 11:30 AM
Looked for the two dogs reported via message on the ranger phone. UTL.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 2/19/2020 11:30 AM
Cited Jason Flynn of High Society Freeride For using footage of Northstar without a permit. I also gave him a warning for drone use in NS. See report.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 2/19/2020 10:00 AM
Escorted AGCI staff into North Star closure to fix broken sensor on their climate change monitoring station; you’ll see our ski tracks in the meadow. We located one station, but have much searching the other appeared to have fallen over at some point and been buried in deep snow.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 2/19/2020 8:00 AM
Three cars and three people at the springs. Cleaned up bucketful of trash, mostly discarded clothes, cans, and micro trash. Among the trash was a needle cap (possible IV drug use) and someone’s X-ray of a broken hand. Chatted with visitors about the management planning process and possible changes (safer access down to river and no dogs allowed). All visitors were Penny Hot Springs regulars. One appeared to have camped in his silver van (CO: BTI-315).
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/18/2020 3:45 PM
Attempted to contact man with DOL (male on XC skis, yellow jacket, black dog); I got sidetracked by a Lazy Glen resident who wanted to tell me how much he loves the bridge and open space. Afterwards, I skied down to Basalt-Mass Trail following tracks and drove past Wingo TH, but the skier gave me the slip.
8135 Wilton Jaffee Trail Signage 2/18/2020 3:00 PM
Looking at the new signage in Jaffee Park, it appears the proper name for Jaffee River Trail is Wilton Jaffee Trail. I’ve changed the name in Ranger Mobile accordingly.
8135 Ute Trail Accident/Rescue 2/18/2020 3:00 PM
Monitored call given to 03 from hiker having difficulty descending from “10 switchbacks up Ute Trail.” MRA was paged, as the trail is semi-technical terrain during snowy months.
8135 Lani White Trail Wildlife 2/18/2020 2:00 PM
Looks like a small elk herd may have passed through the Lani White Trail area. Keep an eye out and step up patrol presence if wildlife are observed.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Mutual Aid 2/18/2020 1:00 PM
Chatted with 2220 at Smuggler base area. Three USFS LEOs headed up on snowmobiles to investigate a case. Tagged an Audi (MI: DBZ-7126) and then talked to driver who illegally parked blocking in USFS vehicle in road near intersection of Silverlode Dr. and Park Circle. 145 went by Aspen Ski Co. HQ to complain to staff, as vehicle was registered to the company. Lectured driver and cleared.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 2/18/2020 9:00 AM
Began investigating commercial and drone violations at NSNP by High Society; forwarded to 8136.
8136 Perham Creek Trailhead Closed Area 2/16/2020 4:00 PM
At 1600hrs 8135 called me to report a man trespassing beyond the Perham Creek gate. He described a White Ford F450, Colorado plate XRO-260 parked near the trailhead. I responded from Old Snowmass but the individual was gone on arrival. I followed an obvious snowshoe path and dog paw prints that lead across the river and up into the National Forest for a significant distance. I turned back prior to reaching the end of the snowshoe tracks. SO 71 ran the plate and it is registered to Christopher Schroeder out of Paonia with no contact info in Spillman. I did some internet research but was unable to get more information on this person. See if you can find anything!
8135 Highway 82 Special Event 2/16/2020 10:00 AM
Repped OST in Ski for the Pass race put on by Independence Pass Foundation.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Verbal Warning 2/15/2020 3:30 PM
DOL with Robin Morris near LGOS barn. Morris had a small brown down well ahead of her on the RGT. Morris stated she had thought this section was OK for DOL if groomed, adding that she had seen the other dog with Myers off leash as well. Discussed wildlife and skiers. V polite and understanding. First contact, VW
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Verbal Warning 2/15/2020 3:00 PM
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Verbal Warning 2/15/2020 3:00 PM
DOL with Jason Myers on RGT at LGOS barn. Myers had his cattledog off leash and when he saw me he turned around and went back toward Arciero, looking back repeatedly as I approached. I contacted Myers, explained regs, pointed out wildlife tracks in the snow, and discussed dog vs skier issues. He explained he was passing through town and needed a place to run his dog. I recommended Crown MP since he was heading to Telluride. First Contact, VW.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 2/15/2020 11:30 AM
A dog walker wanted me to pass this suggestion along: Between the hours of 600-800 dogs can get a “green pass” which would cost about $500 and would allow them to not get in trouble for being off leash. She says some people are willing to “pay for that right”. She also wanted this to be specifically in place on the Jaffee River Trail. I informed her that JRT is currently a Voice and Sight.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 2/15/2020 10:30 AM
Spent time at the lower kiosk outreaching folks and checking for leashes/doggo bags.
8135 Administration Maintenance 2/14/2020 3:30 PM
Trash buckets in trucks are getting moldy. I bleached the one in 107. Probably good to clean monthly.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/14/2020 2:00 PM
Spoke to “Adam” with 4 Paws Concierge on RGT near Skull Rock. Fielded questions about social trail below the Silverbrick residence on Smuggler Mtn Rd. I told Adam the trail is on OST, not horribly eroded, and OK to hike (I explained all other switchback-cutting trails should be avoided as they damage the slope). Adam expresses interest in participating in a spring Smuggler dog poop cleanup and gave me his card. Adam says he only walks 1-2 dogs max and almost always on leash; seems like a responsible dog walker.
8135 Crystal Trail Signage 2/14/2020 1:00 PM
Ted pulled the closure sawhorse on Seven Star Trail to post on Crystal Trail for streambank restoration project. You’ll see his tracks.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 2/14/2020 12:00 PM
Chat with a woman beginning to walk on groomed Nordic track from Stillwater bridge without snowshoes. She was familiar with E of A trail in the summer and thought it was the same deal. Gave her info on hiking trails and groomed multi use areas. EC
8135 Bull Pen Lot Signage 2/14/2020 8:30 AM
Unburied and repositioned “winter recreation parking” signboard at Bull Pen Lot. Limited parking still plowed out near Handy Drive. Plenty of evidence of fat-tire bike traffic on PCT
8135 Wilden Property Patrol/Outreach 2/14/2020 8:00 AM
Security check on Wilden apartment - OK (considering the doors can’t be locked). Picked up small amount of salvaged firewood.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 2/14/2020 7:30 AM
One car and two people in the Penny Hot Springs pullout. Picked up moderate amount of trash (mostly frozen discarded clothing) in parking area and down by the pools. Bitterly cold morning.
8135 Hooks Spur Lot Trash 2/13/2020 4:30 PM
Picked up fast food trash littered in Hooks Spur Lot.
8135 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 2/13/2020 4:00 PM
No evidence of trespass at Glassier Open Space. Security check at homestead - OK. Appeared that a former leaseholder may still be using the property; reported to Paul H.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 2/13/2020 1:00 PM
Monitored call related to “incredibly agitated man” standing on roof of red minivan with his dog. Mark Friedman of NY. Sounded like someone we could end up encountering. LE backed off when man wasn't found to be violating any law.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 2/11/2020 12:30 PM
Took call from dispatch regarding sleeper on Little Cloud Open Space (City in County) behind 28 Little Cloud Trail. 50-60yo male tent camping. Called RP then visited site with 1558 and 71. 1558 tagged a small cache of items (tent, grocery bag, sweater) in vacate site.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 2/11/2020 7:30 AM
Patrolled Crystal River Valley with 8136. Beautiful day. 8136 posted camera on Old McClure Pass Rd. for USFS. We harvested SD card from Bear Creek camera. Note is still intact where I removed cached items from Thompson Creek Open Space; appears no one has been there. Note instructs owner to contact our office to collect abandoned property.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Mutual Aid 2/10/2020 1:30 PM
Observed snowmobile tracks at Fort Yukon property (near a trailer of sleds) and on Smuggler Mtn Rd. above the observation deck. Please keep me informed of snowmobile activity in this area, as it may be related to an active camp on USFS land.
8135 Administration Maintenance 2/10/2020 11:00 AM
Installed front and rear lights on Ozzy the E-Bike. The lights are bright, but easily removed so best not to leave the bike out by itself.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 2/10/2020 8:00 AM
Accepted fine payment from A. Straksys (#2179).
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 2/09/2020 12:30 PM
Lost dog reported near the observation deck. Brindle/hound named Pup. I was not in the area at the time but hiked later in the afternoon - UTL. I did not hear a resolution by the end of my shift.
8136 Owl Creek Trail Special Event 2/09/2020 11:00 AM
Monitored and checked on Owl Creek Chase. No major injuries reported. Seems like Nordic crew focused on the race this weekend. Not much happening on RGT or Northstar as it had not been groomed with several inches of recent snowfall.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Educational Contact 2/08/2020 9:00 AM
Contacted a woman with a black lab off leash on North River Rd. She walked the road rather than the trail because the snow was too deep. I let her know regs for trail use.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 2/06/2020 4:30 PM
Contacted Robert WIlliamson on the Still Water bridge for his cattle dog "Beaux" off leash. Robert agreed to put his dog on leash and I explained the regulations and explained that if his dog were to go into the closure it would be an automatic citation. Compliant, first contact. VW.
8136 Open Space & Trails Nordic 2/05/2020 10:30 AM
Northstar has been quiet since it hasn't been groomed lately. Midvalley and Emma we're steady with XC in the evenings.
8136 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Counters 2/05/2020 7:30 AM
Basalt/Mass and Emma Trail counter locks were frozen. Much too cold even with lighter. Might want to wait for the afternoon when it warms up.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 2/04/2020 12:00 PM
Shoveled kiosk and garbage cans.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/03/2020 1:00 PM
Attempted to talk a (perhaps overly ambitious) man out of snowshoeing to Conundrum Hot Springs or Crested Butte. The man had approached me downtown with questions after seeing the ranger truck. I explained the distance, serious mountaineering skills, and avalanche hazards involved. I recommended a hut trip or guided outing instead and referred him to local resources. Texan accent, white Toyota Camry, hopefully not MRA’s next victim.
8135 Thompson Creek Open Space Illegal Camping 2/03/2020 11:00 AM
Called 10 phone numbers associated with Frank Lewis in attempt to return belongings from abandoned campsite at Thompson Creek OS. Left three voicemail messages regarding lost & found property; all other numbers were clearly wrong or disconnected. 115 is helping me and keeping a look out for Lewis in case he returns to the Aspen area.
8135 Sawmill Hill Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/03/2020 9:00 AM
Reached out to BJ Sbarra, local ice climber/CRMS teacher who posted inaccurate access info for Redstone Pillar on Mountain Project, clarifying there is no legal public access to the climb. All public access is by permission of the Redstone Castle owner(s) who seem to tolerate intermittent winter recreation traffic. If we need access, we can call the owners (ask me or Dale for contact info).
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 2/02/2020 12:30 PM
While off duty a 20s yo female with white curly haired dog. Her dog was on leash and bit my buddy's hand and jack as we walked by. Did not break the skin but punctured a hole/small tear in a down coat. V apologetic but obv not a well behaved dog as I could tell she was weary and holding the dog close as we were passing by.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 2/01/2020 3:00 PM
I gave Jodi Jacobson a verbal warning over the phone for her two dogs being off leash on Hunter Creek. She called me worried because she was expecting leashes at the entrance from the meadow but there were none on the hook and she had to go down without one. I explained that she needed to carry a leash with her on Smuggler as well and that she cannot rely on our leashes to always be there. I told her I would fill them tomorrow but I was going to give her a verbal warning. I thanked her for letting me know and told her for her honesty a verbal warning was all I was going to give her.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Wildlife 2/01/2020 9:30 AM
Monitored a call for a young moose near the gold course. RP was concerned a dog walker was going to get hurt. moose ended up leaving on its own.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 2/01/2020 9:30 AM
Contacted Margaret Durney and her small black dog off leash down from Stein Park. She knew the rules and was apologetic. It was her first contact so after a good talk I gave her a verbal warning and she leashed her dog. VW.
8135 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 2/01/2020 8:30 AM
Contacted Andrew Phillips who had obviously stayed the night in a rental camper van (CA/8DFM045). Andrew was nice and I explained he could not use Open Space for camping or parking over night. He explained he was only in town for a couple days and did not know where to park. I hinted at the intercept lot and let him know he would receive a ticket if we were to catch him camping on Open Space again.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 2/01/2020 7:15 AM
7:15 AM and there was already 5 cars and 9 people in the hot springs. Looked clean.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 1/30/2020 1:30 PM
Gold van (CO: 168-VKB) is parked in the North Lot. I’ve contacted the man who owns this vehicle in the past for overnight camping. Please check back over the next few days to make sure he moves on.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Penalty Assessment 1/30/2020 12:30 PM
Cited Audra S for failure to remove dog waste near second trash can on Smuggler Mtn Rd. Lectured on impacts of dog waste on river water quality and public health.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/29/2020 4:30 PM
Track has been quite busy lately.
8135 Hooks Spur Lot Illegal Camping 1/28/2020 3:30 PM
Took report of lost Jeep key (black plastic fob) from Bernie Grauer (927-0413) who dropped it on RGT between Hooks Sour and Woody Creek sometime today. Please call Grauer if you find it.
8135 Administration Maintenance 1/28/2020 11:00 AM
“Ozzy” the ebike is now fully equipped with a rear rack and panniers. We can stow an AED, first aid kit, ticket tin, lunch, etc.
8135 Jaffee Park Accident/Rescue 1/27/2020 3:30 PM
Monitored call for downed aircraft initially paged out as somewhere within 5 miles of the airport. Passengers were reportedly uninjured and stranded due east of Jaffee Park in a remote area. Call turned into a SAR.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 1/26/2020 1:30 PM
DOL x 2 with Kim.. My phone died after gathering her information so I lost her surname /phone number etc. Her dogs were Lola and Dunkin. Friendly and compliant. Said she only took the dogs off leash because no one else had their dogs on a leash. - The rio was busy with skiers and I saw at least 3 dogs on leashes before contacting her. Gave her info for V&S locations. First contact. VW.
8136 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 1/26/2020 10:00 AM
Pink tag on GMC Sierra - Utah F40-OXA. Appeared to have parked overnight. For Sale signs in window.
8136 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 1/26/2020 8:00 AM
At the end of yesterday’s shift and this morning I checked on North Star, Jaffee, Stein Park for possible campers associated with XGames. There was a truck overnight in WC but not a camper.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/25/2020 1:30 AM
Contacted Lisa and Jessica about snowshoing on Nordic Track. Gave suggestions on areas that are multi-use trails better suited for hiking/snowshoeing.
8135 Hooks Spur Lot Patrol/Outreach 1/24/2020 5:00 PM
Per 313, the smash and grab sounds like it was in our Hooks Spur trailhead.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/24/2020 2:00 PM
Spoke with “Jerry” about a cold DOL report. Jerry left a message with 8135 who was off duty. I thanked him for the report and told him we would spend time in the area in mornings as this occurred at approx 1000hrs.
8136 Hooks Spur Lot Patrol/Outreach 1/24/2020 10:30 AM
BOLO: At 1040 hrs a woman called to report a smash and grab at the parking area at the corner of Hooks Spur Rd/RGT - either ours or RFTA. She witnessed a approx 30 yo white male, 5ft8, brown hair, full beard, light colored camouflage jacket, with red backpack break her car window and steal an orange clutch wallet. Eagle county jurisdiction but a rfta driver saw someone fitting this description get off at ABC at 1400 hrs. The description seemed to fit Patrick but the witness did a drive by and said it was not him.
8135 Wilton Jaffee Trail Educational Contact 1/22/2020 10:30 AM
Educational contact with older couple with terrier on e-leash in Jaffee Park parking area. Explained leash requirement from car to gate.
8135 Glassier Open Space Meeting/Planning 1/22/2020 10:00 AM
For the time being, all OST code enforcement at Glassier Open Space and Hooks Spur Lot is on hold until an updated agreement is figured out with Eagle County. Until then, issue warnings and call ECSO to act as complainant reporting trespasses. You can send witness statements/complaints to Animal Services at: https://www.eaglecounty.us/Animal/Animal_Complaint_Form/
8135 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 1/21/2020 12:00 PM
Noticed Dok’s Lifestyle Medicine truck parked in Jaffee Park. Local company that, among other services, offers hikes with a physician. Please let me know if this vehicle is frequently sighted on OST property.
8135 Chapparal Trail Patrol/Outreach 1/19/2020 11:30 AM
Changed out batteries and SD card on Chapparal cam.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 1/18/2020 2:00 PM
Replayed batteries and SD card at 7 Star.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 1/16/2020 1:30 PM
DOL with Catherine Lutz at Jaffee/RGT connector trail. Lutz was sure she was following the new V&S regs. I explained the dogs must be leashed on the Rio and on the Trail connecting Jaffee. Friendly and apologetic for confusing regs. Had one previous verbal warning 11 years ago. I elected to issue another VW as she seemed to honestly be unsure about the new regs for JRT
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/16/2020 1:00 PM
Contacted a couple about to walk into the preserve/nordic trail. Gave them some suggestions on where to walk and view wildlife.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 1/14/2020 11:00 AM
Left card on silver Nissan (CO: BXC-787) parked daily in WC TH without any footprints leading to trail (clearly not trail user parking).
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 1/14/2020 8:30 AM
Spoke with Jordan White (Elk Mtn Tech) by phone and confirmed he snowmobiled into Sky Mountain Park to repair the radio tower. I requested Elk Mtn Tech (Jordan White and Jeff Edelson) send me a courtesy email on days their staff will be accessing the park.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Parking 1/14/2020 8:30 AM
Monitored call regarding suspicious silver SUV with broken back window on private property near Lazy Glen pedestrian bridge. 64 took call. 76 had dealt with vehicle earlier and determined HOA was responsible for getting it removed, if that’s what they want. 64 advised property owner to tow it.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 1/13/2020 5:30 PM
Responded to report from Ted of snowmobiler at Tom Blake TH. Snowmass PD ran plates of associated vehicle (CO: AEI-C68, 2019 RAM truck) and it came back to Jordan White (MRA member). Jackrabbit Ridge gate was unlocked and tracks seemed to lead to communication site - all signs point towards legitimate maintenance access. I left card on White’s window requesting he call regarding snowmobile access; both Snowmass PD and OST prefer notification of motorized access to the park as a courtesy (to avoid wild goose-chases like this).
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Written Warning 1/13/2020 2:00 PM
Written Warning: Nikki Allen for DOL (“Raven” black lab) on RGT @ WC TH. Allen walked right past my truck (and a Posted regulatory sign) and unleashed dog on trail. I finally caught up with Allen near Raceway Dr. and issued a written warning, as she was aware of regulation and ignored it. Lectured on winter wildlife concerns and referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 1/13/2020 2:00 PM
Silver Nissan Maxima (CO: BXC-787) has been parked frequently at WC TH. Please keep an eye on it. Trail user parking only.
8135 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 1/13/2020 1:00 PM
Checked permit of commercial fly fishing group parked awkwardly blocking entrance to Jaffee Park. Moved along vehicle. Aspen Fly Fishing - OK.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Educational Contact 1/13/2020 11:45 AM
Educational contact with woman with white Range Rover walking two white labs and one small brown dog off-leash at Smug base area RE two DOL limit. I explained difficult of watching three dogs at once, as her tiny dog began to run away.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 1/13/2020 9:30 AM
Monitored two calls related to transient individuals known to camp on open space. First (a possible suicidal/homicidal subject that may be camped on Marolt Open Space) and second (a separate disturbance at HHS related to storage of personal property). No arrests made.
8135 Administration Closed Area 1/13/2020 9:30 AM
Returned call from concerned citizen who reported dogs crossing Crystal River from Penny Hot Springs and entering Filoha Meadows. 8136 spotted the dog tracks the following morning. I thanked the RP and gave him better contact numbers for on-duty rangers.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Patrol/Outreach 1/12/2020 7:30 AM
Appeared to be dog tracks across from the penny hot springs that came up from the bank and circled into the meadow multiple times.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 1/11/2020 4:30 PM
DOL with Christine Long near LGOS on RGT. Friendly and apologetic but did not have a leash with her. My phone died due to the cold so I was unable to search her name in RM. Lecture on importance of leash law and pointed to wildlife tracks in snow. She noted that her mother had received up to a $1000 fine for having the same DOL. She lives right on the trail.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/11/2020 4:00 PM
DOL at wingo bridge. Initially I thought it may have came from a nearby house. It ran off UV following a skate skier that was well ahead and nearly out of sight. I was unable to catch up. I figure he likely went through the zero tolerance and possibly Dart.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 1/11/2020 12:00 PM
Spoke with folks standing around the TH with a dog on leash but not holding it. They insisted they were holding it when on the trail.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 1/10/2020 1:00 PM
Randal Morley surfaced in Aspen during a traffic accident. I ticketed Morley and another man for trashing Penny Hot Springs while camped in 2018. Both men FTA’d and should have OST-related warrants; I checked with the court and determined Morley doesn’t have an active OST-related warrant, but would be required to address that open case (from 2018) when he eventually lands in court. Morley apparently left the scene of the accident and was later arrested for other warrants including a Felony nationwide extraditable warrant.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 1/08/2020 1:00 PM
Attend "brainstorming" planning session for the 2020 NSNP MP with admin. Seems like all the ranger concerns reflected in my notes are being addressed in some fashion including jurisdiction along the ROW.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Lost and Found 1/08/2020 12:30 PM
Turned over found property, possibly stolen, to 142 at lower HC TH.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Mutual Aid 1/08/2020 11:00 AM
Overheard 48 take a call for a dog bite at “Woody Creek and Rio Grande.” I sent her text asking her to call if OST needed to be involved. 48 said dog was leashed and she handled it.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/07/2020 5:00 PM
Hung out at Lazy Glen Bridge at the end of shift to check on evening “peak.” Took some ice floe photos. Saw one small neighborhood dog, but no people.
8135 Roaring Fork River Patrol/Outreach 1/07/2020 2:00 PM
Monitored traffic regarding an ice dam break on the Roaring Fork River in Snowmass Canyon. Per 03, the last time this happened the river rose 550CFS. Deputies and BPD responded to the river to watch for hazards.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 1/07/2020 1:00 PM
Observed two fresh ski tracks exiting Walsh’s Gulch into the NSNP closure. I hung out at McFarlane Gulch (“Iron Eagle”) for awhile, but no one surfaced and I eventually determined the skiers crossed the river at South Gate. Dispatch reported no recent SARs in the area. Jim K. (ACES) said he hadn't seen anyone. If the tracks were from today, the skiers narrowly escaped a ticket as a total of five OST staff were milling about the Preserve... including Janet.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 1/07/2020 11:00 AM
Took call via Dispatch from Dave D. with Dancing Bear hotel regarding shuttle serve for condo owners to North Star for Nordic ski purposes. Dave understands shuttle service is restricted in summer and doesn’t want to run afoul of the rules. I referred Dave to Janet for clarification.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Nordic 1/07/2020 10:30 AM
Ski Patrolled Lower RGT and (new) Roaring Fork Club Nordic Trail. Dogs are prohibited on the RFC trails, but it's unclear if Title 12 applies (so take an educational approach).
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 1/07/2020 8:30 AM
Harvested Filoha gate camera. Observed old snowshoe track going around gate and trespassing in meadow. I saw no tracks on Dorais Way two-track, so the trespasser is almost certainly Alan Nelson (using his “agricultural easement”). I reviewed photos and found 9 instances of Nelson entering the preserve (as well as lions and elk). In all photos, Nelson is open carrying a black handgun on his right hip. Forwarded to admin.
8135 Redstone Park Maintenance 1/07/2020 8:30 AM
Salted ice in front of Redstone Bathrooms.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 1/07/2020 7:00 AM
Met with Scott Mattice and Capt. Steindler at Handy Drive to discuss ongoing winter recreation parking issues. R&B will plow out a handful of parking spaces at Prince Creek Rd. closure gate and the OST trailhead will function as an overflow lot. Scott will coordinate messaging with JU and I will amend signage at our lot when parking spaces have been plowed out.
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 1/06/2020 11:30 AM
Educational contact with Mark the “cowboy camper” and his four chihuahuas regarding Voice & Sight Control regs at Jaffee Park. Turns out Mark works with (circa 2015) Ranger Joe Joyner. Educated on regs and introduced myself.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 1/06/2020 11:00 AM
Contacted two walkers and one fat biker at NSNP. Sent them on their way with ideas where to hike and bike.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 1/06/2020 9:30 AM
Responded to call for vehicle on Rio Grande Trail at McClain Flats Rd. Worked with 64 to identify and contact driver - Tia Hecht (minor). 64 and I lectured Hecht by phone regarding her careless driving and I issued a Written Warning to her vehicle (CO: 1586998). Hecht claimed to have gotten vehicle stuck at 1600hrs on 1/5/20 while following “Siri” directions. I elected not to ticket Hecht, as she was compliant and required to pay a several hundred dollar tow truck recovery fee. Vehicle was inoperable and towed by Mat Dog.
8136 Prince Creek Trail Parking 1/05/2020 3:00 PM
Listened to 64 deal with more parking complaints from Handy Drive residents.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/05/2020 2:00 PM
Received a call in the office from Jerry about a DOL at the RR Cars DV of Gerbaz. Jerry is the same person that reported Paul Rudnick with golden doodle off leash last year. And said it was the same person. I made several passes and parked at the RR Cars but must have gotten there too Law. UTL.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 1/04/2020 1:30 PM
An individual reported to me a snowmobile up smuggler. He saw him coming up just before the observation deck. I checked the lot and there was a snowmobile trailer with one of the two snowmobiles off. After investigating I determined he was not using out trails but stuck to the road through the Open Space area. I am sending out an email.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 1/04/2020 10:00 AM
There were three cars using the lot this morning with no cars parked near Handy drive or off the side of the road.
8135 Crystal River Valley Maintenance 1/04/2020 9:30 AM
Discovered another leak at the Wilden house. See email, I have spoken with Ted.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Signage 1/03/2020 5:30 PM
Placed sign for Prince Creek Parking at the entrance of the lot.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Educational Contact 1/03/2020 5:00 PM
Contacted two fat bikers about where to park at Prince Creek. They had pulled off on the side of the road at the entrance to one of the ranches. I let them know they could be ticketed and the lot was plowed to use.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Parking 1/03/2020 3:00 PM
After speaking with PCSO, R&B, and OST Planning/Outreach, it was decided to plow the Bull Pen Lot as a pilot to see if it helps mitigate parking issues at Handy Drive. I picked up temp signage from Reprographics and Janet agreed to post another social media message regarding using our lot (instead of parking in the snowplow turnaround).
8135 Redstone Park Maintenance 1/03/2020 8:00 AM
Chipped ice away from Redstone Park bathrooms. Left bathroom door will need more salt and chipping.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/03/2020 7:30 AM
Nobody at Penny Hot Springs. I did a thorough post-holiday walkthrough and was happy to discover practically all trash had been cleaned up.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Verbal Warning 1/02/2020 12:45 PM
Verbal Warning: Bobby Pollette for three dogs off-leash on Smuggler; more than two dog limit and no leashes. Pollette is the same man I contacted on 12/31/19 for the same issue. I explained ordinance is intended to help owners keep eyes on dogs and prevent conflict with wildlife and other pets. Pollette was argumentative, but provided all ID info I requested.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 1/02/2020 11:30 AM
Contacted runner with tiny DOL on City section of RGT at MM 40.5. As I was in the midst of an outreach contact with a large group of tourists, I left it as an educational contact.
8135 Administration Maintenance 1/02/2020 10:30 AM
107 now has new windshield, snow tires, and left headlight bulb.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/01/2020 2:00 PM
Nordic staff bulked up signage at most accesses to North Star XC track. It should now be very clear that dogs aren’t allowed and walking on the track is prohibited. I shoveled off the North Gate observation deck, benches, and interpretive panels to encourage visitors to use them.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 1/01/2020 10:45 AM
1045 Verbal Warning: Emily Hightower for DOL (“Palo” big black dog) on RGT near MM 39.0. Educated on wildlife rationale for rule. Very compliant and polite.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/01/2020 9:30 AM
4 vehicles at Penny Hot Springs and a handful of naked people in the pools. Some trash around, but hard to say what belongs to current visitors and what’s litter.
8135 Redstone Park Maintenance 1/01/2020 9:15 AM
Put salt down on icy entryway to both Redstone Park bathrooms. Ice was becoming a hazard. Otherwise shoveling and bathroom conditions are good.
8135 Redstone Park Parking 1/01/2020 9:15 AM
Redstone Coke Ovens parking lot is a quagmire. I will email Public Works to suggest their either plow the lot or put up a seasonal closure sign. I could see multiple spots where motorists got stuck in the snow.
8135 Wilden Property Maintenance 1/01/2020 9:00 AM
Conducted final inspection of Wilden residence - no change evident, still in unacceptable condition. I never received tenant’s proof of purchase for washer/dryer. I will hand off to admin. If you visit Wilden, beware of getting truck stuck in deep snow. All locks are broken on the apartment, so we should keep a close eye on the place until we can get it secured.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 12/31/2019 4:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Theodore “Don” Birnkrant for DOL (black lab, “Lucy”) on RGT at WC TH. Birnkrant was initially highly argumentative and honestly interpreted a Nordic sign that stated dogs must be “under control” to mean dogs can be off-leash in the winter. Loud and animated conversation turned into friendly dialogue about signage and trail etiquette. I agreed to pass along Birnkrant’s comment on signage to Ted and gave him my card to help him report unruly cyclists during the summer months. First warning in 20 years living in WC.
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 12/31/2019 4:00 PM
Contacted four people regarding leashing dogs in Jaffee Park parking area from car to gate. Explained rationale for rule and history of policy change.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Commercial Permit Check 12/31/2019 2:45 PM
Checked permit of ice climbing guide at Sewer Falls. Aspen Expeditions - good to go. Encountered either a private party or other guides XC skiing back with ice axes on their backs.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 12/31/2019 2:45 PM
Observed two piles of possible lion scat while skiing several miles below Stein Park on RGT. Plenty of deer and elk sign. Steady hiker traffic into the late afternoon. Moved along a couple setting up camp in Stein Park in a half-million dollar Earthroamer RV.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Parking 12/31/2019 1:00 PM
Overheard PCSO tagging illegally parked cars at end of Prince Creek Rd. near Handy Dr. I forwarded a related complaint and request for more signage to Road & Bridge. Janet said she’d post on social media and encourage people to park in unplowed, but useable Bull Pen Lot. We’ll discuss plowing at next staff meeting.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Educational Contact 12/31/2019 12:00 PM
Busy day on Smuggler. I spent about an hour on patrol of the base area checking dog walkers for compliance with Voice & Sight Control. Contacted man walking three dogs, explained Voice & Sight Control regs limit hikers to two dogs off-leash at a time, and had him leash up one dog. 1 contact for dog owner initially only cleaning up half of her dog’s waste and 2 contacts for failure to carry leash (handed out leashes). Also contacted hut trip party ascending Smuggler and had them relocate vehicle to appropriate overnight parking spot on Hunter Creek Rd. Dog waste situation is ugly. Please focus patrol time at Smuggler on bottom two switchbacks. Tickets seem necessary to effect any real change.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 12/31/2019 10:45 AM
Contacted High Country Builders employee parked in ranger parking spot at Smuggler Mtn. I explained we wouldn’t ticket, so long as they leave our spot open. He seemed to understand we can’t do our job, if we can’t find a parking spot.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 12/31/2019 10:45 AM
Spoke w/79 regarding a vehicle tagged in lower Smug lot. Evidently renters on Smuggler were unable to safely operate the van and 79 told them to park it. Renters should be leaving town tomorrow.
8135 Avalanche Creek/Tarr OS Mutual Aid 12/31/2019 9:00 AM
Tyler (USFS FPO) said photos and descriptions of regular dog walkers in the Avalanche Creek seasonal closure would be useful. Keep eye out, if you’re in the area. I asked him to call dispatch if he sees anyone trespassing on OST.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 12/29/2019 4:30 PM
A woman named Helen contacted me stating she lost an inhaler somewhere on SMR but was too cold to hike back up. I was omw up and found it for her. Returned it to her when I made it back down. - surprised to see a lot of people despite the cold. Everyone was running to stay warm!
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 12/29/2019 2:00 PM
Contacted Edward Mack and his dog ”Harley” off leash. Discussed regulations. Compliant. First contact. VW.
8136 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/29/2019 2:00 PM
Security check at Glassier Homestead. All is well. - The were two bald eagles circling overhead!
8136 Arciero Trailhead Educational Contact 12/29/2019 1:30 PM
Watched a woman and rodent sized dog walk up and read the “Absolutely No Dogs” sign on the green fence uV of Arciero. I was driving on the road below her and reminded her of the wildlife Dog Closure. She said, “Oh, they enforce that? Ok I’ll just head back the other way!”
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 12/29/2019 12:00 PM
Delivered the last box of calendars.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/29/2019 12:00 PM
Rio was busy with xc skiing but compliant. Brrrrrrr
8136 Wilden Property Patrol/Outreach 12/29/2019 10:30 AM
Checked on the property. No changes in condition of house.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/29/2019 10:00 AM
No cars or people. I picked up a few cans and wrappers around the pools.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 12/26/2019 3:00 PM
Monitored a call for 71. A car had been broken into and the person's purse was stolen. The thief used a rock to break the window.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 12/26/2019 2:30 PM
Removed a car battery from the roll over spot on the Brush Creek Trail. It is currently in the garage.
8135 Stein Trail Educational Contact 12/26/2019 1:00 PM
Contacted an elderly couple at the bottom of stein 69 near the dog leash sign. Their white husky looking dog was off leash but had a leash dragging. After talking to them they were both not wearing traction and having a hard time walking. They picked up the leash when it was flat at we had a good talk about the area and leash law. Did not feel I needed to take info.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 12/24/2019 1:00 PM
Very busy today. I helped a guy dig out a van, he was renting one of the houses and got stuck on his way up.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 12/24/2019 9:00 AM
Contacted a couple at South Gate about to bring their dogs with them skiing in North Star. I pointed out the obvious signage. They left to ski somewhere else with their dogs.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 12/23/2019 3:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Greg Gerbaz for DOL x 2 (of 3) on RGT @ MM 4.0 Lower River Rd. Youngest dog was in process of eating a dead shrew. I recognized Gerbaz from a prior contact, but my phone malfunctioned. 8137 later ran and confirmed a contact in 2016. Lectured on elk herd in Pitkin Iron area, answered question on dog regs, and handed out two leashes. Gerbaz should understand next contact may result in a ticket.
8135 Wilden Property Maintenance 12/23/2019 1:00 PM
Spoke at length with B. Swederman regarding the unacceptable condition of the Wilden apartment. Swederman agreed to pay people to clean apartment, garage, and carport by 1/1/20. Swederman also agreed to email proof of purchase for the washer/dryer by that date or sooner. See report.
8136 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/23/2019 11:00 AM
I measure the distance surrounding the Aspen Nordic Center where dogs are required to be on leash. On Bernard Bld my watch estimated 0.15miles From the trailhead to the sign that indicated dogs may be off leash. The Center was in view from this spot and looked like 2-3 football fields distance. — along the Bernese Bld Loop I saw about a half dozen piles of dog poop.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Maintenance 12/23/2019 11:00 AM
Bill report lower bridges of Prince Creek Trail froze up sending water onto the road. I inspected at 1630. Trail itself is buried beneath feet of ice. It’s actually pretty cool looking. Road & Bridge may pull bridges if flooding impacts road. Last time, removal of bridges meant destroying them to save the road. I placed warning signs above and below ice slick alerting visitors to flooding. Reported back to Ted, Bill, and Janet.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/23/2019 10:00 AM
Responded to extra patrol request from Aspen Snowmass Nordic Council at the Aspen Golf Course. I emailed the Council and Nordic leads explaining we will patrol the area as permitted by staffing levels and call volume in the county. I recommended CROs be called for dog bites, etc. at the golf course.
8135 Thompson Creek Open Space Illegal Camping 12/23/2019 7:30 AM
Removed tagged items from Thompson Creek OS (about MM 64.0 HWY133 for future reference). Left note instructing owner to call to collect. Inventoried and stored at PW.
8136 Lani White Trail Educational Contact 12/22/2019 5:15 PM
DOL with teenager and mother from LA at trailhead. They were probably going to be hiking off leash with golden retriever because they couldn't figure out the harness. They were thankful for help and info on trails. Leashed up directly to collar and went for the walk.
8136 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 12/22/2019 5:00 PM
DOL with Jessica Benda. Visiting family for holidays from LA. Discussed wildlife, narrow trail, options for V&S. Gave her a leash so she didn't have to go back to her families house. First contact, VW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/22/2019 3:30 PM
Responded to complaint from “Jerry” of man with black dog off-leash at MM 33.0 RGT (Pitkin Iron). Man possibly came from River Wood Dr. (maybe via the ped bridge). UTL.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 12/22/2019 3:00 PM
Assisted motorist stuck in snow at MM 43.0 HWY82. Tesla got stuck when carload of people pulled over to allow one man in swim trunks to dunk in the river through a hole in the ice. Lent shovels and helped with strategy and traffic control.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 12/22/2019 3:00 PM
Led ride-along with Breena Owen interested in ranger and natural resource work.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 12/22/2019 2:00 PM
Educational contact with man and woman who left rental car parked blocking traffic with hazards on at MM 43.0 HWY82 while letting kids ski the Nordic track. I moved along the driver to North Gate and educated on not post hiking in groomed track.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 12/22/2019 1:00 PM
I was approached by a skier with her dog on leash at mm38. She was becoming frustrated trying to ski with her dog on the leash and asked if she could take it off. I explained wildlife etc and gave an extra leash to extend hers a bit for a better skijoring setup.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 12/22/2019 8:30 AM
Educational contact with man and woman camped in gold van (Quebec: Z28-TCG) at Penny Hot Springs. Friendly chat about camping regulations and water quality. 4 vehicles at the springs.
8135 Wilden Property Maintenance 12/22/2019 8:00 AM
Inspected Wilden apartment. Tenant left it trashed, but leak appears to have been fixed successfully by 8136. Heat is on and pipes shouldn’t freeze. Trash, random items, a fridge full of rotting food, and a pile of frozen pot plants will need to be cleaned up. A contractor will be needed for a deep clean and repairs. I will discuss with admin tomorrow.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 12/21/2019 2:30 PM
DOL x 2 with Lisa Boehnei near Sunnyside connector. Visiting family from CA and walking daughters 2 DOL. friendly and interested in hearing about the trails and regs for V&S areas. First contact, VW
8136 Stein Trail Penalty Assessment 12/21/2019 2:00 PM
DOL x 2 with Steven Waldeck on Stein Trail. From Stein falls on the Rio, I watched Waldecks 2 dogs running well ahead off leash down the staircase and onto the trail. I skied over and he had seen me coming and leashed the dogs. 3rd contact on Stein Trail for DOL. citation.
8136 Stein Trail Signage 12/21/2019 2:00 PM
The old sign stating regs at West side of Stein trail is no longer there. Possibly buried in snow or it was removed entirely when the new signs went up at the top of the staircase? I checked the stairs after my contact to confirm there was regulations posted and was pleased to see The new sign package installed. I added a Leash Law sandwich board at the lowest switchback to reiterate.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 12/21/2019 11:30 AM
DOL with Fran Soroka (former OST employee) at driveway section of RGT. We chat for a while about OST stuff and the importance for dogs to be leashed (as she is aware). I pointed out lots of wildlife tracks and scat along the trail right beside us. She was apologetic and understands that we will not treat former employees or friends differently than the public. Fran says hi!!
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 12/20/2019 3:00 PM
Left a pink tag/note and my card on a maroon pickup truck TN 4G0-3D8. A parking complaint was aired to a deputy thinking the vehicle had been abandoned. I stated it either needed to be within the HOA to park overnight and not within Molly Gibson day use parking. The truck is parked on an angle half on Molly Gibson and the HOA
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 12/19/2019 7:30 AM
Reviewed photos from the Glassier gate camera. Possible photo of Yoder on horseback on 12.11.19 just hours after I’m photographed restringing the closure rope. Yoder most definitely saw the rope at that time and may have dropped it to cross with his horse. Another photo of Yoder on 12.18.19 immediately before I contacted him, but none afterwards. No other trespassers, just lots and lots of four legged friends. Please cite Yoder if contacted again.
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Wildlife 12/18/2019 4:00 PM
Sky Mountain elk herd is bedded down on Aspen Mass Open Space west of the Intercept Lot near and partially inside a neighbor’s hay barn (where I once saw a bull elk get its antlers stuck in a tarp). We should keep an eye on this area as the trail is still open and I’ve been seeing regular footprints and ski tracks leading up from Jaffee Park.
8135 Moore Open Space Nordic 12/18/2019 12:30 PM
Took down dog leash reg signs at two OST accesses to Moore Open Space nordic trails, as dogs are prohibited seasonally. Signs should be removed each ski season; Nordic posts “no dog” icons along the groomed trails.
8135 Glassier Open Space Verbal Warning 12/18/2019 10:00 AM
1000 Verbal Warning: Tom Yoder (neighbor to Glassier Open Space; name misspelled in previous entries) for breaking closure at base of two-track. Contacted at Yoder hiking at intersection of trail w/Alec Parker’s driveway. Yoder was argumentative and stated that he was glad I didn’t “shoot” him. I explained that I was unarmed and reiterated that OST doesn’t allow neighbors to cross the property during the seasonal closure. Yoder argued that the area near the two-track is private property, and I corrected him explaining OST begins at the fence line and clarified that Parker’s driveway was a private route not open to the public. Yoder stated there was no closure rope when I explained the closure was clearly marked, and I later determined the rope had been dropped again, possibly by a trespasser. I will check camera to see if someone took it down. Closure signage was still visible on the trail gate. I photographed Yoder’s footprints passing a property boundary sign at the fence line and stepping over the still visible, downed closure rope near the ditch. I’ve contacted Yoder in the same area in the past on 11/12/17 and 5/13/17. In an 11/13/17 email from the Director, it was clarified that Yoder’s land doesn’t directly abut Glassier and that Yoder must have permission from a neighbor to reach the OST boundary. During my previous contacts with Yoder, I discussed neighboring landowner access to Glassier. Yoder should understand that, neighboring landowner permission aside, he may only cross the boundary into Glassier when it is publicly open or if he is engaging in legitimate ditch maintenance. I explained that, in interest of being a good neighbor, I was choosing to educate and issue a warning in place of a ticket. Yoder then continued hiking downhill on Parker’s driveway. Emailed GT and TO.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 12/18/2019 8:00 AM
Worked with Janet to address unsanctioned (and pricey) commercial event (“The Mala Experience”) advertised by St. Regis Hotel at North Star Nature Preserve.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/18/2019 8:00 AM
No one at Penny Hot Springs. Minimal trash.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Educational Contact 12/17/2019 4:00 PM
Educational contact with man walking one pup on leash and one off-leash on Prince Creek Trail near Handy Drive. Driver of silver Tacoma (CO: CZI-185). I explained conflict of dogs vs. cows and emphasized that ranchers were partners in developing the new trail. The man thanked me for the “education” and took my advice to hike the road beyond the closure gate.
8135 Thompson Creek Open Space Illegal Camping 12/17/2019 3:30 PM
Tagged large cache of camping equipment belonging to Frank Lewis on Thompson Creek Open Space (39°20′36″ N 107°12′33″ W). I indicated in my note that, per his Verbal Warning on 12/2/19, he will be cited if he continues to trespass on property’s seasonal closure. I will remove and store items if still present in 72 hrs.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/17/2019 3:00 PM
4 vehicles at Penny Hot Springs and about a half dozen people in the springs.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 12/17/2019 11:30 AM
Assisted 75 while two truck removed flipped F250 from Brush Creek Trail. D&D Towing was contracted to remove truck and debris. I documented a gas leak from the truck’s punctured tank, updated report, and sent to Environmental Health.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/17/2019 10:00 AM
Nordic patrolled Aspen Golf Course and Moore Open Space. Skiing crisp and clean.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/16/2019 2:00 PM
Requested case report number from PCSO Patrol Captain related to possible assault at Penny Hot Springs. Case report number: 19P24313 - submitted request for report.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Resource Damage 12/16/2019 1:00 PM
Possible resource damage and environmental health hazard from MVA involving truck overturned on BCT near Brush Creek Ranch. The vehicle is still on its side with the obvious smell of gasoline - likely leaking fluids. See report G:\Ranger Folder\Ranger Reports [Confidential]\RANGER REPORTS 2019\Incident Reports\Other\Overturned Vehicle on BCT 12-14-2019
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 12/16/2019 1:00 PM
No parking available anywhere near HC TH due to snowbanks along Lone Pine Rd. Parking on Shady Lane near RGT also unavailable due to construction parking. Might need to get creative to access our trail.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 12/16/2019 11:00 AM
Called dispatch for info on vehicle wrecked on Brush Creek Trail (approx. 1072 Brush Creek Rd.). Case report number: 19P024309 - submitted request for report. 8137 Inspected site and took call from there.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 12/15/2019 11:00 AM
I noticed a truck on its side on the Brush creek trail. It is from a roll over last night. I tried calling 79 for information, I left a message. I am not sure when it will be removed at this point.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 12/15/2019 10:30 AM
Talked to the only group of people out at Jaffee so far today. They are participating in the Christmas bird count with ACES.
8136 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 12/15/2019 9:00 AM
Shoveled out RSP bathrooms.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/15/2019 8:00 AM
Cold morning and a few inches of new snow. 1 man soaking. No obvious trash in the area.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 12/13/2019 4:00 PM
Attempted to switch out sandbags at the sandwich boards at top and bottom of BCT. They are frozen to the ground and will tear if pulled too hard. Will have to wait for it to thaw out.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Patrol/Outreach 12/13/2019 8:30 AM
Only one person at the hot springs. I waited for her to leave then cleaned up more clothing, cig butts, and a beer can. Left the dog poop.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 12/13/2019 8:00 AM
Dropped off final box for the Redstone general store.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/11/2019 1:00 PM
No sign of trespass at the Viewline gate. Observed snowshoers on adjacent Highline Trail and ski tracks leading to the cemetery and then up to Highline Trail.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 12/11/2019 11:00 AM
Restrung closure rope at ditch near Glassier Trail gate. No clear sign of trespass. It’s possible an animal got caught and tore it down, since they’re designed to break.
8135 Sewell/Crystal River Parcel 1 Signage 12/11/2019 10:00 AM
Posted “no motorized vehicles” sign at ditch road on Crystal River Parcel 1.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 12/11/2019 9:30 AM
No sign of trespass at Filoha closure gate. I didn’t harvest the camera card, as I didn’t want to leave tracks in the snow. Wilden residence looks abandoned.
8135 Crystal River Valley Wildlife 12/11/2019 9:00 AM
Posted my craftiest wildlife camera yet on Bear Creek Trail for wildlife survey (39°8′26″ N 107°15′35″ W). Placing camera to avoid vandalism required hiking downhill to the camera and then shimmying down an embankment. I don’t think whoever was messing with the initial camera site will want to climb to get to the new one.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/11/2019 7:30 AM
1 vehicle and 1 person at the springs. 1 large Big Horn ram on the riverbank licking salt directly across the river from the occupied pool.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 12/10/2019 3:00 PM
Educational contact with 30yo woman walking brindle pitbull (wearing a festive holiday doggie vest) off-leash at Shady Lane and RGT. I alerted the dog owner to presence of elk and explained giving cow elk a break during the winter improves chances of healthy calves next summer.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 12/10/2019 2:15 PM
Verbal Warning: Nancy Nevin with Bernese Mtn Dog (“Maggie”) off-leash again on jug-handle spur of RGT at Grindlay Bridge. Nevin stated she let dog off-leash to run in the “deep snow.” Nevin also asked if she could unleash dog for her own safety while crossing patches of ice; I recommended that she temporarily drop leash from her hand in such scenarios. When I requested Nevin’s DOB for the warning, she refused. I explained this contact was similar to being contacted for an open container or violation of other local ordinances, and I stated that it was my responsibility as a code enforcement officer to collect her ID info. Nevin agreed to give her DOB, if I gave her my card so she could file a complaint with the County. I promptly agreed, handed her my card and recorded her ID info. I then explained the importance of the leash law considering the resident Willoughby Way elk herd that has been bedding nearby within 100’ of RGT, and I referred Nevin to Pitkin Outside for dog regs by trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 12/10/2019 2:00 PM
Educational contact with Nancy Nevin with off-leash Bernese Mtn Dog at Shady Lane and RGT. Nevin leashed dog as she crossed from City into County jurisdiction.
8136 Open Space & Trails Signage 12/09/2019 1:00 PM
Retrieved Trail Closed signs and sandwich boards from Aspen Ambi
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 12/09/2019 11:30 AM
Shoveled out kiosk and trash receptacles.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Educational Contact 12/08/2019 10:30 AM
EC with a skier who took off skis and walked off nordic course. He didn’t like the snow quality and was bailing on it.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 12/07/2019 12:00 PM
The Willoughby Way “herd” of elk (half dozen cows and at least one big bull) is bedded down within 50’ of the upper RGT between MM 41.0 and MM 40.5. I did an extra patrol and did not point the elk out to visitors hiking close by. Let’s make sure dogs stay on leash in this area.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Educational Contact 12/07/2019 8:30 AM
Educational contact with “Tom” walking two DOL (one medium black dog, one large shaggy gray dog) across private property approaching RGT @ BHS. I informed Tom dogs must be leashed on trail and in the trail corridor (which I believe extends 50’ from the centerline). Tom explained that he didn’t have leashes, was aware he was on someone else’s private land, and stated that he had a “routine” where he stays off the bike path. Conversation started confrontationally, but ended pleasant enough with Tom apologizing and saying he respects what rangers are trying to achieve. I explained to Tom that rangers will issue a ticket if his dogs come up onto the trail without a leash.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/07/2019 8:30 AM
Plenty of dog walkers on lower RGT by BHS during the morning hour. A productive time and place to sit, drink coffee, and do paperwork.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/06/2019 1:30 PM
People are out and about today.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Educational Contact 12/06/2019 1:00 PM
Contacted an older couple sitting at the picnic tables who were letting their lab run around the area and onto the trail just past the sign. I let them know that the dog had to be leashed at all times while on the trail. They agreed.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 12/06/2019 12:00 PM
Contacted Seth Howell of Aspen and his small black cattle dog about his dog being off leash. Nice guy, didn't seem too interested in reasoning but agreed to keep his dog on leash. VW.
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Educational Contact 12/06/2019 10:00 AM
Educated a lady with a tiny little chihuahua dog about leashing her dog even though "she is so small". We talked about all the wildlife that could eat her dog.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/06/2019 8:30 AM
Patrolled Glassier and there was no sign of trespass.
8135 Crystal River Valley Signage 12/05/2019 8:30 AM
Put up the closure sign for Thompson OS.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 12/05/2019 7:30 AM
Checked on the Bear Creek camera and access for Janet. The camera has been tampered with. Janet requested we use our spare to see if we can get the guy who keeps doing it. I'll put it up tonight or tomorrow.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Wildlife 12/04/2019 11:00 AM
Inspected a very fresh lion kill of a mule deer at MM 26.5 between Arciero TH and Lazy Glen OS. I could clearly see lion paw prints in the snow and even discern where the deer was attacked, fell, and ultimately dragged to a point 30’ off-trail. I glasses area, but couldn’t spot the lion(s). CPW advised “lions in area” signage would be sufficient. I posted a sandwich board at the Lazy Glen barn and a sign at Arciero TH. Sent photos to Janet for a general lion awareness social media PSA.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/04/2019 10:45 AM
Compliment from citizen in Basalt on “clamping down on dogs off-leash” at Lazy Glen Open Space. He noticed an improvement in compliance since the bridge was first opened and wanted to say thank you. Ironically, I then contacted three people with off-leash dogs on the property and observed many paw prints off-trail. Please keep an eye on this area. I informed the dog owners that a ranger lives on site and reminded them we will ticket if violations continue.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Verbal Warning 12/04/2019 10:45 AM
Verbal Warning: Mary Kenny for DOL (small brown dog) on Lazy Glen Trail. Kenny indicated she’d been contacted before regarding leash regs, but I saw no previous contacts. Kenny lives in Lazy Glen and likely was contacted by a ranger when the bridge first opened. I explained wildlife and agricultural rationale for rule. Kenny said she was aware of the rule and stated she didn’t think rangers patrolled the area; I informed her a ranger actually lives on site. Kenny had a friend from Boulder with her, but it was unclear if this person’s dog was off-leash before I contacted them.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Written Warning 12/04/2019 10:45 AM
Written Warning: Jason Stroller for DOL (bernadoodle, “Penny”) on RGT at Lazy Glen Open Space. I explained wildlife and agricultural rationale for leash law. Stroller indicated he was aware of the rule and apologized. I referred Stroller to Pitkin Outside for dog leash rules by trail. I reminded Stroller that a ranger lives on site and indicated he could be ticketed at next contact. Stroller then reported a lion kill shortly up trail.
8135 Thompson Creek Open Space Illegal Camping 12/04/2019 9:00 AM
Contacted Frank Lewis breaking down camp on Thompson Creek Open Space. Lewis is on schedule for vacating site within 48 hrs and I confirmed all trash and human waste had been bagged up. Lewis said his girlfriend will pick him and his belongings up on HWY133 shortly.
8135 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 12/04/2019 8:30 AM
Redstone Park ice skating rink is open!
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/04/2019 8:00 AM
Two vehicles, two quiet visitors (one who likely slept here in his mini-van) to the pools, minimal trash.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Resource Damage 12/03/2019 4:00 PM
Re-installed “no dog” signs at pullout in Dart seasonal dog closure. Tracks in the snow told an obvious (and funny) story. A skate skier with an off-leash dog clearly tore both signs out of the ground, likely with a lot of effort and flailing... I imagine. If it happens again, let’s put out a camera, if only for our own entertainment.
8135 Hummingbird Lode Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/03/2019 11:30 AM
For third year in a row, I skied with GSHS Outdoor Ed Class up to Hummingbird Lode Open Space and gave ranger talk on public lands and rangering. Class continued up to McNamara Hut.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 12/02/2019 4:00 PM
Ran into full ACES winter natty crew on a training hike with Jim K. in Hunter Creek Valley. Natties will be doing tours in the valley, so we might see them during patrols. Jim reported seeing someone hiking out with a cut Christmas tree. I did some research and Christmas tree cutting permits are available at USFS Ranger Stations (excluding Aspen) and select vendor locations (https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/whiteriver/passes-permits/forestproducts/?cid=fseprd602158). I found a map showing areas open to cutting here (Hunter Creek Valley and Crystal River Valley outside wilderness areas are OK): https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd602989.pdf
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 12/02/2019 1:00 PM
Chatted with Fleet about specs for new 2020 ranger patrol truck. Requested full light bar similar to Road & Bridge model. Truck should be ordered shortly and ready by spring to mid-summer. Get stoked.
8135 East Creek Trailhead Parking 12/02/2019 12:30 PM
Cut and removed large downed cottonwood tree obstructing most of East Creek Trailhead. Large tree took other trees down with it and was then buried under fresh snow - made for a lot of work to clear parking area.
8135 Thompson Creek Open Space Agriculture/Lease 12/02/2019 10:00 AM
Posted agricultural lease signage at all gated accesses to Thompson Creek Open Space. Removed blown semi-truck tire from Crystal Trail.
8135 Thompson Creek Open Space Wildlife 12/02/2019 10:00 AM
Large flock of wild turkeys in Thompson Creek Open Space. Too far out for a good photo.
8135 Thompson Creek Open Space Verbal Warning 12/02/2019 9:45 AM
0945 Verbal Warning: Frank Lewis for camping on riverbank of Thompson Creek Open Space. Contacted Lewis with 63, provided HHS resource sheet, agreed to allow 48 hours to vacate site and directed Lewis to pack out all trash and human waste. I warned Lewis he will receive a ticket for closed area violation if still present after 48 hours and littering if trash is left behind. Recommended Lewis use homeless night shelter in Aspen. Lewis informed me he was flying to Spring Lake, NJ in a week to help family.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Accident/Rescue 12/01/2019 2:30 PM
Significant traffic on Smuggler. Chatted up the first hut trippers of the season and learned one party member was overdue. Hiked uphill, located overdue subject on Smuggler Mtn Rd, and followed up with RP by phone.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 12/01/2019 2:30 PM
Monitored call for APD searching for and then arresting a wanted subject in Marolt OS in the area of illegal campsites.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 11/27/2019 2:30 PM
Daniel Sohner has paid his fine for the tree cut in Redstone Boulders.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 11/27/2019 11:00 AM
Changed out SD card on Viewline.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Patrol/Outreach 11/27/2019 10:00 AM
Changed batteries on Seven Star Camera.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Maintenance 11/27/2019 8:00 AM
Holy Cross closed down the Rio 1 mile down from Stein. It will remain closed until they finish. Hopefully just today.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 11/27/2019 8:00 AM
Changed out SD card at Oaks Subdivision.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 11/26/2019 8:00 AM
Gary called and let me know Holy Cross energy will be plowing and repairing some or their utilities on the Rio. When I talked to Holy Cross in the morning they said people had room to pass while they plow and look for the problem area but would need to close the trail when they started working.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Educational Contact 11/24/2019 10:30 AM
Educational contact with older woman leaving car at BHS TH with tiny dog off-leash. I contacted her at the first “zero tolerance” sign she’d encountered, walked over to read the sign, and lectured on strict enforcement policy and history of dogs harassing livestock in the area.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 11/23/2019 1:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Steve Seyffert for DOL (black & white, “Rocky”) on RGT near City-County line. Very polite. I explained wildlife rationale for reg, handed out leash, and referred Seyffert to Pitkin Outside for trails and dog rules info.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Educational Contact 11/23/2019 1:00 PM
Educational contact with woman playing fetch with small DOL on City portion of RGT between Mill St. and Aspen USPS.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Closed Area 11/23/2019 10:15 AM
Closed the Grace-Shehi Bike Park for the season.
8135 Avalanche Creek/Tarr OS Closed Area 11/23/2019 9:15 AM
Closed Tarr OS trail access for the season (11/23-5/1) to match current USFS and CPW closures in Avalanche Creek drainage. Mining equipment has been moved into road ROW to allow access to our trailhead.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 11/23/2019 9:00 AM
Responded to complaint from USGS of human waste somehow impeding their ability to access the stream gauge downstream of Penny Hot Springs. After a thorough cleaning of the pullout area, I only came away with a quarter bag of trash. I collected just a plastic bag and one wet wipe from the USGS site - complaint unfounded. 3 vehicles, 9 people in the pools.
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Patrol/Outreach 11/23/2019 8:30 AM
Used 3 traffic barrels from RnB to block spaces on the steep part of SMR.
8135 Red Wind Point Patrol/Outreach 11/23/2019 7:45 AM
Encountered Connie Knuth with her two huskies on leash at Red Wind Pt. Knuth has been warned and ticketed in the past for dog issues, but she’s become a real advocate for OST. Knuth said she’d been speaking with other hikers and neighbors about following the regs. I fielded questions about big horn sheep and bears. I’m sure you’ll see Knuth around, as she’s a regular at RWP OS and the Crystal Trail.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/22/2019 3:00 PM
CROs took multiple calls on City Open Space. 2 vehicles stuck in trailheads, open manhole in Rio Grande Trail bear Heron Park, and a cold dog bite at Aspen Golf Course.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Mutual Aid 11/22/2019 3:00 PM
Closed HC Valley road gate for winter on request of 8202. I think all R&B staff were busy operating plows.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 11/22/2019 11:30 AM
Smuggler Mtn Rd. was a total mess due to heavy snowfall. I helped pull out a motorist stuck by the lower kiosk and then gave her a ride up to her employer’s residence about 0.5 mile uphill. Shoveled out the kiosk and dog waste cans. I requested sand from 8203, but he informed me R&B won’t drop sand on an unpaved road. I temporarily cordoned off sketchy sidehill parking on Smuggler; 8137 and I will close it for the season tomorrow.
8135 Administration Parking 11/22/2019 8:00 AM
10” of fresh pow at the Ranger Station. The plow comes anytime there’s 4” or more snowfall, but we’ll have to move trucks the night before to have our end of the lot cleared. I removed and stored bear spray from all trucks. I couldn’t find the key and was unable to unlock the Thule bike rack from 107. Please keep keys organized. I spent some time and did my best to organize bike rack keys onto one key ring in the office.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 11/22/2019 8:00 AM
DA notified me that M. Sinclair (PA #2158) pleaded guilty and paid fine to court.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 11/21/2019 4:00 PM
Calendars are here and stashed near the main entrance.
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 11/21/2019 10:00 AM
Educational contact at Jaffee Park. A couple of fishermen at their car had their dog off leash. One man was reaching for his leash when I got there. I let him know his dog cant be running around the parking area.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/20/2019 8:00 AM
After talking with 8136, we realized Tripp Freeman had been issued more warnings than documented in RangerMobile. When I looked him up the only previous contact was a VW from 8135 on 3/18/18. However, in the passdown, Freeman received a VW on 9/10/16, a second VW 3/18/2018, and a WW 8/16/2018. My WW from two days ago should have been a citation. I updated RM. I assume we will see him again.
8135 Administration Penalty Assessment 11/18/2019 5:00 PM
Served Daniel Sohner for two citations in regards to the Redstone Boulder tree cut incident. See report.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 11/18/2019 8:30 AM
Opened up Sky Mountain with 8137
8136 Redstone Boulders OS Resource Damage 11/17/2019 4:45 PM
Checked on the recently cut tree and swapped SD card from camera. No new cuts on the tree. No signs of activity on the SD card.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 11/17/2019 2:30 PM
I was contacted by two hikers who saw a pit mix “attack” two different dogs near obs deck. They were afraid to go to the deck because the dog was not under voice and Sight control and was acting aggressively. I hiked back up and waited around but no signs of folks or dog fitting the description.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 11/17/2019 2:00 PM
Educational contact informing hikers of importance to stay on trails even if muddy. Group of 4 were attempting to follow a social trail at Obs Deck to avoid mud on shoes. - Update - after typing this, two other groups were going to do the same thing right in front of me. It is becoming warn and very close to being another muddy hillside. We should probably put up a sign to discourage this.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 11/17/2019 12:00 PM
DOL with Tripp Freeman at Shale Bluff on RGT. "A ranger on a sunday during the off season??" Friendly guy but knows regs. Chat with him for a while about all sorts of OST stuff. He lives on Passgo and is likely part of the "yappy hour" at Stein Trail we've heard about. I suggested he pass along that we are on duty every day, all year. Second contact - WW.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 11/17/2019 11:30 AM
DOL with Christine Benedetti at mm38.5. I contacted her two years ago almost to the date. Apologetic and polite. Discussed rationale for regs during all seasons. Suggested Jaffee River Trail. Second contact - WW.
8136 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/17/2019 8:00 AM
Wet wipes and cigarettes.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Illegal Camping 11/16/2019 5:30 PM
While off duty, I spoke with a guy in a black conversion van at the LGOS fishing lot. Seemed like he was going to park overnight. Suggested legal places in the area. He was thankful to get info and not bothered by the cops!
8136 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 11/16/2019 2:30 PM
John Sobieralski informed me he shot a cow elk North of the Radio Tower.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/16/2019 12:00 PM
Full parking lot during the lunch hour at Stein Park.
8136 Dart Conservation Easement Signage 11/15/2019 7:00 AM
Dog Closure begins today. Signage installed at access points.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/14/2019 1:30 PM
I placed a "Dog Poop" sign at the base of smuggler.
8135 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 11/14/2019 9:30 AM
Fielded questions on draft Penny Hot Springs MP and Dorais Way public access from Frank B. in Redstone Park. Frank wanted us to know “most of us [Redstoners] are rooting for” OST. I referred Frank to Kim Arensdorf to submit his comment on historic public use of Dorais Way. If asked, we can say that “the County stance is that the public has legal pedestrian access to Dorais Way,” and that “there is an ongoing legal case involving this access.” Public comment on recreational use of Dorais Way should be directed to Kim and comment on the draft PHS MP should be directed to the survey at PitkinOSTprojects.com.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 11/14/2019 9:00 AM
No people at Penny Hot Springs. Cleaned up abandoned pairs of shorts/underwear.
8135 Red Wind Point Patrol/Outreach 11/14/2019 7:45 AM
Observed white F150 (CO: DBK-538) parked on slope immediately above road leading into Red Wind Point Open Space. Vehicle was on USFS land. I entered OST parcel from above and checked upper mesa for poachers with the intent of backing off if sighted. Poor radio reception and lack of a map made patrol difficult. 8136 helped with GIS via radio. From north edge of the mesa, I glassed terrain around the truck and couldnt see them on the OST parcel. I spotted one hunter on adjacent USFS land. I’ve included plate in case hunters show up on our camera.
8135 Redstone Boulders OS Resource Damage 11/13/2019 5:00 PM
Investigated resource damage at Redstone Boulders Open Space. Documented in report. Placed camera in attempt to identify people responsible.
8135 Wilton Jaffee Trail Educational Contact 11/13/2019 1:00 PM
Two educational contacts for off-leash dogs in Jaffee Park parking area and one on trail regarding wetlands area. Contacted older couple at their car and “Jill” with two DOL returning to her vehicle. Contacted another couple downstream of wetlands. Very friendly. Explained rationale behind leashing dogs from car to fenced in park or gated trail. Patrolled down into the Jaffee wetlands area. Spotted a bald eagle fishing in the river.
8135 Avalanche Creek/Tarr OS Parking 11/13/2019 9:30 AM
Tagged piece of mining equipment (Tamrock 538 drilling rig) blocking Tarr OS trailhead access for multiple days.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 11/13/2019 7:30 AM
1 truck, 2 bathers at the springs. Moderate amount of trash. Posted sign soliciting public comment on draft MP for Penny Hot Springs.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Wildlife 11/13/2019 7:30 AM
Attempted to contact man glassing Filoha Meadows elk herd from pullout on HWY133 (white male, middle aged, CO:558-ZUK, Tacoma). Driver pulled away before I could make educational contact regarding hunting regs.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 11/12/2019 4:45 PM
Sky MP is closed 11/13-11/17 for the lotto hunt. I stashed the post driver at the interior park closure (near the 30-holer). Jackrabbit Ridge Rd. is an exponentially easier access than Viewline Trail due to mud. If you use it, just be aware of possibility of confrontation with the ranch manager (road is a legal County administrative access to the radio tower). I also led last hunter orientation w/Nick D.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Educational Contact 11/12/2019 3:00 PM
Turned around man with small dog attempting to enter at lowest driveway intersection with BCT dog closure. I explained elk migration corridor and took his advice on posting another “no dog” seasonal icon.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 11/12/2019 1:00 PM
1300 Verbal Warning: Lori Carter for DOL (black curly-haired dog, “Diesel”) on East of Aspen Trail at Stillwater Bridge. Leashed dog when she saw me. Polite. Referred to Pitkin Outside, pointed out signage, and discussed importance of leashes in elk migration corridor. First contact.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 11/12/2019 1:00 PM
One lone SUP boarder on the river at Stillwater. Water is low enough he likely had to touch bottom.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 11/12/2019 1:00 PM
Observed man with 5-6 DOLs on East of Aspen Trail within city limits. Attempted to contact at OST boundary, but he must’ve turned around closer to town. Keep an eye out for him.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 11/12/2019 12:00 PM
Short, somewhat early lunch rush today, but lots of dog waste and poop bags on the road. I used up all my tags. Let’s start a directed patrol at Smuggler during mid-day. Use a V&S Control or Get the Scoop sandwich board and hang out at the base area to strictly enforce codes.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 11/11/2019 4:30 PM
SMP is a mucky mess. I staged all materials for tomorrow night’s hunt closure. Someone else will have to pack out the post and post-driver I packed into the Viewline-Deadline trail intersection.
1558 Smuggler Mountain Park use moderate 11/11/2019 11:00 AM
Posted on SMR for my lunch hour and to observe activity. Still much hiking on the road. Was surprised by the cannon at 11:11 on 11/11. It rocked the truck.
8135 Public Works Office Signage 11/11/2019 10:30 AM
I moved all signboards for the black sandwich boards to the PW locker. All signboards are organized on a shelf with instructions on how to store, use, and track them.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 11/11/2019 8:00 AM
Sent email to Onewheel (Future Motion Inc.) informing them of multiple tickets issued to users of their product in Sky Mountain Park and requesting they remove from YouTube a promo video shot on the N. Rim (using a drone). The company quickly replied and removed video from Youtube. Copied TOSV Rangers.
8135 Administration Illegal Camping 11/11/2019 8:00 AM
Camp near Prince of Peace Chapel appears to be gone.
8135 Administration Maintenance 11/10/2019 4:00 PM
Installed swing hitch on 108. Pretty nifty!
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/10/2019 2:30 PM
Moved dog sign to lower gate. It was pretty busy with bikers today. Talked to a few people about riding in mud. They said it was good but when I went up to look, it did not look like it was ridable yet.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/10/2019 12:00 PM
Patrolled Hunter/Smuggler for lunch hour. Hunter was slow while smuggler was super busy again.
8135 Moore Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/10/2019 10:30 AM
Searched Moore for camps. All clear.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/09/2019 11:30 AM
Poop patrol on smuggler. Bags left all over the first quarter of the road. Multiple complaints and thanks for being here.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 11/08/2019 4:00 PM
Conducted second of three hunter orientations for Sky MP hunt (Brian O., John S., Ashlyn T.).
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Verbal Warning 11/08/2019 1:15 PM
Verbal Warning: Lacy Fyrwald for lack of Voice & Sight Control at summit of Smuggler Mtn. Dog was left unattended for several minutes out of eyesight. Polite, but dismissive reaction to my explanation about need for control to avoid dog waste and dogs getting hit by motorists. Fyrwald has dated record of warnings regarding poor control of her animal. Fyrwald repeatedly stated “I know the rules,” and made a comment during the contact about deliberately spelling her name wrong to make it hard for me to ID her.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 11/08/2019 11:30 AM
Attended quarterly Housing Stability Meeting. Seems like there’s momentum and stakeholders are working towards ideas for addressing veteran and chronic homelessness. A proposal for a year round emergency overnight shelter is on the table. Let me know if you want more info.
8135 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 11/08/2019 8:00 AM
Patrolled Moore OS. Rode all trails. Discovered fresh footprints (39.195528 -106.842246) leading to usual camping spot, but saw no camps. Large herd of deer is hunkering down on east side of the property. Discovered multiple tents on Marolt OS near AVH.
8135 Thomas Estates(btwn Prince Peace/Castle Creek) OSP Illegal Camping 11/08/2019 7:30 AM
Tagged camp on Thomas Estate Park parcel appears to be in process of being removed. Just an air mattress left.
8135 Thomas Estates(btwn Prince Peace/Castle Creek) OSP Illegal Camping 11/07/2019 11:45 AM
Tagged obvious visible green tent below the Chapel near HWY82 roundabout (apparently just inside Thomas Estate Park OST parcel). Gave 72 hours to remove. 115 visited Day Center, spoke with staff, and indicated suspected camp occupant will remove tent ASAP.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Patrol/Outreach 11/06/2019 2:00 PM
Found a red Jamis explorer bike parked up against a tree near the Stein parking area. No lock. I'll check tomorrow.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 11/06/2019 2:00 PM
Attempted to contact Dave Dawson in regards to having his dog off leash on Seven Star. No answer and no voicemail. I'll attempt again tomorrow before calling his wife.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 11/06/2019 12:30 PM
03 contacted me about a car parked in the lot at mm 30 on HWY 82. I advised that the lot was owned by state and that we have a fishing easement down a bit from the lot that had a camp near it this summer. Since the car has been parked there for a bit it may be worth it to check and see if that camp is active again.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 11/06/2019 12:30 PM
Busy day out on Smuggler. Full lot.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 11/06/2019 11:00 AM
Joined conference call for “Rocky Mountain Ranger Working Group” - the group focused on building a ranger association in our region. I’m on the ad hoc steering committee, so ask if you want more info. Meeting scheduled for the group in Golden, CO on 3/11/20.
8135 Emma Open Space Wildlife 11/05/2019 3:15 PM
Trimmed brush obscuring Emma Underpass wildlife camera. Camera will need new SD card and SPOT will need to have batteries replaced and then be reinstalled.
8135 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 11/05/2019 12:15 PM
Verbal Warning: Cyndy Morris for DOL (small brown and white dog) on Lani White Trail. Educated on leash regs and explained wildlife rationale for the reg. Referred to Pitkin Outside and fielded questions about dog off-leash nordic ski areas.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 11/05/2019 12:00 PM
FYI - lowest section of HCT is very icy. Ran into Jim Kravitz and Chatted North Star plans. Warming weather is bringing people (and their dogs) out.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 11/05/2019 11:00 AM
Tracked footprints from JHS trail into field and onto private property boundary. Looks like someone trespassed with a dog within the last few days, possibly a neighbor. Keep an eye out.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 11/05/2019 9:00 AM
Attended meeting of Homeless Response Workgroup to finalize recommendations to Housing Stability Coalition on Friday (better case mgmt., stop gap measures for shelter on cold nights, goal of strictly managed year-round overnight shelter). Ask me for info if you’re interested.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 11/04/2019 5:00 PM
Led first of three lotto hunter orientations (Luke Roeyer) for 6th Wildlife Mgmt. Hunt at Sky MP.
8135 Emma Homestead Patrol/Outreach 11/04/2019 1:00 PM
Responded with 8137 to report from Bill of a woman (possibly “Laura”, the woman who lives in silver Pathfinder in Willits) stringing a clothesline at the Mather House. GOA. All buildings secure. Bill said the woman was taking photos of handmade children’s clothes on a line; he apparently told her she wasn’t allowed to do it.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 11/04/2019 10:00 AM
Determined the footprints leading to river inside Filoha OS closure were from OST staff. Staff member agreed to alert us after future visits.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/03/2019 1:00 PM
Appeared to be a DOL near driveways section. I noticed driving on Upper RRd and pulled into the parking spot and waited. I think the person went into the cluster of houses near River Rd or Grange. UTC.
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/03/2019 9:00 AM
No sign of the elk today. I saw lots of orange driving around but none specifically looking at Filoha
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 11/03/2019 8:30 AM
6 people 3 cars. Picked up broken bottle and a loofah..
8136 Glassier Open Space Parking 11/02/2019 11:00 AM
Picked up cigarettes and wet wipes in parking lot.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 11/02/2019 10:00 AM
Noticed tracks going into Filoha from the gate. I followed them back to the Lambert property. See email.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 11/02/2019 8:00 AM
Heavy hunter activity this morning in the CRV. nearly every time I drove by the pullout near the hot springs someone was scouting the elk in the meadow.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/01/2019 12:00 PM
Adjusted camera, cleaned off muddy trail sign, and placed a no dogs sign.
8135 Moore Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/01/2019 10:00 AM
Swept Moore after a call about a homeless camp near AVH. Moore was clear.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/31/2019 11:00 AM
The upper parking lot is already snow and ice packed. If the weather consists we should consider closing off the steep section early.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Agriculture/Lease 10/30/2019 5:00 PM
Caught 4 more sheep.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 10/30/2019 10:00 AM
Accepted fine payment from A. Laho (PA #2171).
8135 Redstone Park Parking 10/30/2019 8:15 AM
Spoke with “Greg,” owner of Subaru (CO: BNU-412) parked overnight in north Redstone Park lot. Greg lives in log cabin behind the chocolate shop. Friendly guy. Educated on parking regs. Also shoveled out the Redstone Park bathrooms.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/30/2019 8:00 AM
One car, one person at Penny Hot Springs. Parking area covered in a good amount of plow spoils. Attempted to contact one person in a silver 4Runner glassing the elk herd in Filoha Meadows regarding hunting regulations, but they drove away before we could speak.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 10/29/2019 10:00 AM
Gave best access info to “Achmed” from Shawn’s Towing to remove Mini Cooper from Brush Creek Trail roughly across from the Welcome Sign. No damage to the trail. Cleaned up some accident debris from the Welcome Sign pullout.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 10/29/2019 8:30 AM
Made second courtesy call to A. Laho (PA #2171); agreed to extend payment deadline through tonight.
8135 Administration Wildlife 10/29/2019 8:30 AM
Made arrangements for third SMP Mgmt. Hunt orientation for out of area hunter, Nick D. We’ll meet before the hunt on 11/12 @ 2PM.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Agriculture/Lease 10/27/2019 8:00 AM
16 sheep escaped LGOS. 10 had crossed HW82 near Wingo and ran in the Westbound lane until trapping themselves in the backyard of 24648 hw82. 63, 8139, and an crew from Cozy Point got them in a trailer. 6 remain to be seen.
8139 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/26/2019 12:15 PM
8 cars, 16 people.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 10/26/2019 12:00 PM
Cleared fallen rocks along soft surface section of RGT
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 10/26/2019 11:00 AM
Contacted two fishermen in the lot with their dog off leash. They had just gotten out of the car. Nice and understanding.
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 10/26/2019 10:00 AM
Pink tagged CO BLT-B92 Black GMC pickup parked in our Reserved spot
8139 Wilton Jaffee Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/25/2019 4:00 PM
Snow and colder temps seemed to have scared away the fishermen. Quiet but the people I did see were compliant -leashes across the parking lot and bags in hand.
8139 Glassier Open Space Trails 10/25/2019 3:00 PM
Quite a few hikers and bikers out. Warmer temps may have dried the trails down valley more than upvalley.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Trails 10/25/2019 2:00 PM
Viewline is super muddy. Looked like people were respecting the muddy conditions and staying off
8139 Lani White Trail Wildlife 10/25/2019 8:30 AM
A friend saw a BIG moose near the TH of Lani White around 1900 on 10/24. Lots of elk and deer tracks around the HC valley but no moose today. Powder conditions on the cutoff- it was deeeeeeep.
8139 Penny Hot Springs Written Warning 10/24/2019 1:15 PM
Contacted Alden Paul and his lab Mollie. She was on the shore on the Filoha side. He was aware of the regulations because we had spoken last week. He immediately removed the dog (put her in the car) and was apologetic. Issued a written warning and informed him that the next will be a ticket. He plans on keeping the dog in the car in the future while he soaks. Polite &compliant. WW
8135 Administration Wildlife 10/23/2019 4:00 PM
Took call from Elizabeth Stewart Severy of Aspen Journalism/APR looking for an interview regarding moose on public lands. Due to schedule constraints, I referred her to CPW.
8135 Emma Open Space Ticket Follow-up 10/23/2019 12:30 PM
Left courtesy voicemail for Anne Laho (dba Anne Laho Photography) regarding pending fee/fine payment for PA #2171.
8135 Redstone Boulders OS Illegal Camping 10/23/2019 9:30 AM
Patrolled OST parcel across from Redstone Campground. 2220 had attempted to serve a summons for illegal camping on adjacent USFS land earlier in the week. All clear. Later located camp (cooler, clothes, trash, male with Jeep Cherokee) in pullout on USFS land just downstream of N. Redstone Bridge.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/23/2019 8:30 AM
No one at Penny Hot Springs. Cleaned up abandoned clothes, beer cans and bottles, cigarette butts, and food waste.
8136 Crystal Trail Maintenance 10/22/2019 11:00 AM
CAr accident last night caused the guardrail to block the CRT. CDOT has the trail clear by 1100hrs this morning.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Signage 10/21/2019 4:00 PM
Set up 2 trail muddy signs and put one at Viewline and Glassier.
8139 Brush Creek Trail Signage 10/19/2019 4:30 PM
The No Dogs signs had blown over so I improvised and a weighed them down with the sandbags from the OST EZ-up bags.
8139 Seven Star Ranch Parking 10/19/2019 3:30 PM
A gold Toyota Tacoma ( CO 067-DVO) was parked at the Snowmass Village welcome sign near the gate to seven star. I waited around to see if someone came back to the truck. Unusual spot for a car to park. Didn’t see anyone around
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/19/2019 3:00 PM
DOL with Suzanne Morrison. Discussed wildlife and V&S options. First contact - VW
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 10/19/2019 11:00 AM
Pink tagged a black Jeep parked in a pullout on SMR. Explained designated parking for hikers is at base of rd. CO AEI-D30
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/18/2019 1:30 PM
Retrieved hardware from under LGOS bridge.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 10/18/2019 8:00 AM
Spoke with Eagle County Court Clerk (El Jebel) regarding upcoming court hearing. We are ironing out the process for submitting and hearing OST tickets issued at Glassier in Eagle County. I will write up a clear SOP once this first one is completed.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 10/17/2019 4:30 PM
Steady traffic on SMP this evening. Seemed like people were trying to get a last ride in before the cold weather that’s forecasted.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 10/17/2019 1:30 PM
Pink tagged a grey container home parked in our lot across from red canyon trail on Upper River Road.
8137 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 10/17/2019 11:00 AM
Picked up the pink tagged bed roll with jacket inside. Put in lockup.
8137 Mills OSP Lost and Found 10/17/2019 10:45 AM
Zachary Moore, suspected owner of Dakine backpack at Mills OS. Attempted to call phone number given by dispatch, but phone is not accepting calls at this time. I removed all food from backpack, and stored in a trash bag at the lockup.
8137 Moore Open Space Lost and Found 10/17/2019 9:30 AM
1559 and myself tagged a black tarp with belongings on Moore open space. Spoke with the owner Kevin Rutter about removal. He was friendly and said he would remove belongings. Will check Back in 3 days. Original bag had been removed, but found another bag in a new location that looked similar. Removed and put in lockup with a bag of tent poles found at the original location. Attempted phone number given by dispatch, Phone is not currently working. Belongings are in lockup.
8139 Administration Whitewater 10/17/2019 9:30 AM
Put the duckie (+ paddle and pumps) away in the lockup. The blue pump looks to be cracked on the top where the hose screws in. Don’t know if it can be repaired/ replaced or if it works as is ( some air was coming through when I tested it ...?)
8137 Mills OSP Lost and Found 10/16/2019 2:30 PM
Located and picked up stashed Dakine backpack on Mills OS. It is in the lockup.
8139 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/16/2019 1:30 PM
5 people, 4 dogs and 4 cars. One dog was fetching sticks in the river- reminded the owner of the closure on the filoha side of the river.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/16/2019 1:15 PM
Contact with Adam Nick from Denver with cousins dog “Oso” off leash on the HCT. First contact, verbal warning.
1559 Marolt Open Space Weeds-discovered/removed 10/16/2019 11:30 AM
Observed 3 minors cleaning a large glass bong at the Paraglider landing area, while I was mowing the Nordic alignment. Called 116 who responded with others and they contacted the teens, who were supposed to be in school. According to the teens, they were taking a mental health day. Bong was away upon police arrival. Busted.
8137 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 10/16/2019 9:30 AM
8139 and myself checked the stored property on Moore Open Space. It had been removed, we cleaned up some old lasting in the same location. We then proceeded to walk through some areas down by highway 82. We noticed some very old trash we decided to pick up tomorrow. Then we noticed some more stored property That looked like the previous stored property. We tagged it and will check it tomorrow.
8137 Wingo Junction River Access Illegal Camping 10/16/2019 8:30 AM
67 called this morning to ask who owns the property on the South side of highway 82 by the Wingo bridge. Someone called to complain about campers and sleepers. There are new No Trespassing signs in the area. We told 67 that the property was private, and gave him the name, but there was no contact information. He moved the campers along, including the cowboy Tioga camper.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 10/15/2019 4:00 PM
I cleaned the stairs on HCT. They were starting to look sketchy.
8137 Stein Park (AVLT) Parking 10/15/2019 11:15 AM
Pink tagged/ left my card on an abandoned trailer left in load/ unload area. no visible plate. There is a number on it 139. Will check back at end of day.
8137 Brush Creek Trail Signage 10/15/2019 11:15 AM
We put the signs up for the dog closure on Brush Creek Trail.
8135 Hooks Spur Lot Trash 10/14/2019 12:00 PM
Picked up more wet wipes! Also picked up many cigarette butts of the same brand I always see out there. Seems like just a few people account for most of the littering.
8135 Emma Homestead Penalty Assessment 10/14/2019 11:00 AM
Issued a citation to Anne Laho (d.b.a. Anne Laho Photography) for commercial photo shoot on west side of Old Emma Store; client was Sotheby’s Realty. Contacted one of the clients for DOL x 2. I explained permit requirement and permitting process. Cited with agreement to rescind and reduce to written warning if $150 permit fee is paid. Informed Janet and permitted photo shoot to finish before noon.
8137 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 10/13/2019 2:30 PM
I tagged a light blue bedroll that was stashed near the river off the Stein Trail. It’s in the closest pine tree down stream from the beach area. I will check it again on Wednesday.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/13/2019 2:00 PM
Verbal Warning: James Weber for DOL (leash not in hand; husky) on HCT above Benedict Bridge. Lectured on necessity of holding leash and explained wildlife rationale for law.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 10/13/2019 1:00 PM
Contacted and turned around two motorists parked at first pullout on Smuggler Mtn Rd. Contacted one motorist (VA: VCP-9235) regarding parking and suspected overnight parking.
8137 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 10/13/2019 11:00 AM
1559 and myself tagged a black tarp with belongings on Moore open space. Spoke with the owner Kevin Rutter about removal. He was friendly and said he would remove belongings. Will check Back in 3 days.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Written Warning 10/13/2019 10:30 AM
TOSV Written Warning: Erin Fergusson of Carbondale, CO for well-behaved, leashed dog (golden, “Ellie”) on lower Seven Star Trail in Snowmass jurisdiction. After answering questions on when/where she started hiking, I believed Fergusson that she turned around when she saw the “no dogs” sign at the County line. Referred to Pitkin Outside, explained wildlife rationale for rule, and informed nearby N. Rim Trail is open to leashed dogs.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 10/13/2019 10:00 AM
Tagged and left HHS sheet on camouflage Dakine-brand backpack stashed in bushes on Mills OS (39.248686 -106.881631). I also removed a shovel tagged by 8139 on 10/5/19 and picked up a Summons out of Jersey City, NJ. The Summons was a triplicate copy blank except for a date one year ago.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 10/13/2019 8:30 AM
Contacted a gentleman sleeping in Charlie's old tent. After realizing what we thought was a bag of belongings, was in fact a sleeping person we spoke with them about camping regulations in the area. Made a deal with him to clean up area and be out by Thursday, with everything cleaned up. We'll see...
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 10/13/2019 8:00 AM
Contacted a "James" in his tent that had been previously tagged. He apologized and said he would be gone today.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/12/2019 3:00 PM
8 cars, 12, people, no camping, minimal trash. One nude fisherman who put shorts on after I suggested he cover up...... ewwwwwe.
8137 Glassier Open Space Parking 10/12/2019 12:45 PM
Glassier parking lot almost full with bikers it mostly people biking to rock bottom ranch for the fall festival. Security is on scene doing parking control. Does not seem to be s big issue, but something to be aware of for next year.
1557 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Cyclist contact 10/12/2019 11:00 AM
Bike crash. Helped clean and dress small abrasions on hands.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 10/12/2019 8:30 AM
Once again people are surprised to see a ranger working in town and are running amok with DOL in the mall. Numerous verbal warnings given.
8139 Moore Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/11/2019 5:00 PM
No signs of footprints in the snow around Moore
1557 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 10/11/2019 1:15 PM
Bed roll tagged in Jenny Adair park has been removed .
8139 Windstar Conservation Easement Patrol/Outreach 10/11/2019 1:00 PM
Gate was open
1557 Stein/Red Butte Park Campsite found/evicted 10/11/2019 12:00 PM
Picked up remnants of old camp I tagged yesterday. Sleeping bag is at Parks.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Campsite found/evicted 10/09/2019 4:30 PM
Located and red tagged an old camp in Red butte open space .Will follow up.
8135 Glassier Open Space Ticket Follow-up 10/09/2019 3:30 PM
Began process of submitting Schwartz (PA #2167) to court in Eagle County (cited on Glassier OS for DOL in closure x 3). First court case of this kind... Eagle Open Space Ranger and Director are on board.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 10/09/2019 2:00 PM
I installed the dog regs signs at the BHS parking lot for the Rio.
8135 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 10/09/2019 1:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Tucker Burton for DOL (“Sky” black lab) on Stein Trail. Explained wildlife rationale and issued warning. First contact.
8135 Stein Trail Vandalism 10/09/2019 1:30 PM
Documented silver spray paint (F#$K OFF!) on tree below Stein Trail.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Parking 10/09/2019 1:00 PM
Responded to complaint from Ted of SUV parked between Smith Hill Bridge and bottom of Aspen-Mass Trail (initially described as on the trail). GOA.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Campsite found/evicted 10/09/2019 1:00 PM
Read tag bedroll in the Jenny Adair park . I will return this afternoon to check on it.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 10/09/2019 12:30 PM
Responded with 8136 to bike accident on RGT at Grindley Bridge. 67 yo male, A&Ox4, facial lacs, injured left wrist, no helmet. Patient transported by AAD to AVH.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 10/09/2019 12:00 PM
Assist 143,8135,8136 & Aspen ambi. With bicycle accident near the Grindly bridge.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/09/2019 11:45 AM
Contact with Ken Lesko with dog “Luca” off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. First contact, friendly compliant. Verbal warning .
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 10/09/2019 9:30 AM
Lots of dog walkers on RGT @ BHS. Apparently 9-o-clock is the time to patrol. One educational contact for smoking weed in parking lot (and school zone) and another for DOL in parking lot.
8135 Hooks Spur Lot Trash 10/09/2019 8:30 AM
Picked up more wet wipes at Hooks Spur Lot... I haven’t seen Laura in awhile. Please contact her to discuss littering if you see her in the lot.
8135 Coke Ovens Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/08/2019 5:00 PM
Patrolled Coke Ovens Open Space. Encountered a couple visitors parked in the new county parking lot taking photos of the ovens. Worth making a presence here.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Verbal Warning 10/08/2019 4:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Mike from Jersey (CO: AIN-926, DIY camper van) for camping multiple nights at Penny Hot Springs. Friendly guy who agreed to spread the word to others camping in the area. I warned him 2220 would ticket him for camping within 1/4 mi of the Crystal River.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Educational Contact 10/08/2019 4:00 PM
Educational contact with crowd of people in pools with DOL x 2. One group was playing fetch with dog who swam to Filoha riverbank. I was too nice and let them off with a lecture, so I could make a camper contact.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/08/2019 4:00 PM
7 vehicles and over a dozen people at the Hot Springs. See other notes.
8135 Windstar Conservation Easement Patrol/Outreach 10/08/2019 3:00 PM
Checked on Windstar public access gate in relation to call from Kim - access is open. Also checked on the Dottie Fox Overlook at Watson Divide - the new benches are looking good!
8137 Glassier Open Space Trash 10/08/2019 1:45 PM
The wet wipe bandit is still at in in the Glassier parking lot. The wet wipes were spread out around the lot and surrounding area. Possibly a result of the wind.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Educational Contact 10/08/2019 12:00 PM
Did an extra patrol of Smuggler base area. Educational contact x 3: person with dog under marginal V&S Control, person not carrying leash/bags at base area, and a tourist asking if she could leave dog waste bag on road (Nope). Outreach contact with woman on Mad Max-looking Luna E-MTB at Smuggler base area. Informed of regs prohibiting E-bikes on single-track trails. Tagged poop bags.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Verbal Warning 10/08/2019 11:30 AM
Verbal Warning: Scott Lupow (local Aspen realestate agent) for three dogs (two white poodles, one small curly brown dog), two out of eyesight, on Smuggler Mtn Rd. near the Silverbrick residence. Explained two DOL limit per MP code on SMOS and eyesight component of V&S Control.
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Called to scene 10/08/2019 11:00 AM
Citizen request presents on the Terrell / Wade bridge to look for scooters on the trail.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Litter minimal 10/08/2019 10:00 AM
Walk through of Moore open space, clear of new camps. picked up a small amount of trash.
8135 Administration Mutual Aid 10/07/2019 4:00 PM
Assisted Mind Springs with a Mutual Aid/resource referral.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 10/07/2019 3:00 PM
Cut downed tree with 8137 on HCT below Benedict Bridge.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Educational Contact 10/07/2019 1:00 PM
Contacted two mild mannered people (man and woman) on one-wheels at MM 37.5. Explained “no motorized vehicles” regs and directed them to leave trail. Due to the lack of clarity surrounding new State law pertaining to electric-driven devices on trails open to Class 1 E-bikes, I let them go with a friendly lecture.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 10/06/2019 9:00 AM
Keep an eye on leaves clogging culvert at Stein Falls
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 10/05/2019 6:30 PM
Multiple contacts made with DOL owners in the ped mall . Reminding to leash dogs untill getting into the park.
1557 East Aspen Trail Followed-up on issue 10/05/2019 1:15 PM
Car had been removed from east of Aspen trail.
1557 East Aspen Trail Parking issues 10/05/2019 1:00 PM
Red tagged a red Subaru for partially blocking the trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 10/05/2019 11:00 AM
Responded to an accident 118 called in on the Rio near the Grindley bridge. This was for a 33 yo female with a head injury and abrasions to her face and abdomen. See report.
8137 Hummingbird Lode Open Space Trails 10/05/2019 10:00 AM
8139 and myself cut four trees out of the Hummingbird trail this morning. Should be all clear, unless we get more wind events!
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 10/05/2019 10:00 AM
Removed a down tree reported across BTS
8136 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 10/04/2019 2:30 PM
Cut a large aspen tree fully blocking Upper Plunge. 4 trees remain blocking Hummingbird.
8139 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 10/04/2019 2:00 PM
There’s signs of recent camping in the scrub oaks zone - where that camp was found. Found a couple beer cans and some trash. There’s also some pretty well defined trails popping up that look like they’re being used by more than wildlife.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/04/2019 12:30 PM
Attempted to contact an ebiker coming out of the humming bird area. As soon as he recognized me he sped up and avoided/ignored me. It looked like Vince Lahey and his red bike.
8139 Glassier Open Space Signage 10/03/2019 3:00 PM
Put a ‘No E-bike’ sign at the top post of glassier. There was one at the gate (to buckhorn) already. The new trail- Vasten -starts right at the gate. Looks sweet!
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/03/2019 11:00 AM
100% compliance ! ...slow day for dogs on the trail, several groups out enjoying the colors.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/03/2019 8:30 AM
7 vehicles, at least three camper vans that appeared to have been parked overnight, only 3 people visible in the springs.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 10/02/2019 7:00 PM
I joined the evening of the elk program with aces. We got lucky with a handful of cows and a big bull elk. Super cool viewing!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 10/02/2019 3:30 PM
Spotted our resident mamma bear in the mouth of her den across the river from Gold Butte. Onlookers were respectful and at least a few promised not to tell anyone about the location of the den. The bear was clearly checking us out for afar.
8137 Glassier Open Space Signage 10/02/2019 2:00 PM
Ted approved the no e-bike signs for the top of Glassier. His only request was proper signage order. Allowed uses on top, then prohibited actins, then other like etiquette on bottom. I could not find the proper screws in 108. FYI
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 10/01/2019 2:45 PM
I removed the black bear backyard sign from the Rio at Stein park, it will be in the garage for the next time we need it!
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 10/01/2019 1:30 PM
Tagged a junky Honda Odyssey (CO: FXO-293) parked in parks staff spot in lower Smuggler Lot. The vehicle likely belonged to Spanish-speaking workers at adjacent construction site, so I made it bilingual. 8138 earlier left her card on the car.
8137 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 10/01/2019 1:00 PM
Per the contact with possible sleeper on Stein trail earlier this month and the email with the pictures of the subject. 79 issued a warrant for a theft at Roxys. PLease call SO if you see or contact this individual. his name is Edgar Perea Ortega.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 10/01/2019 1:00 PM
Made courtesy call to J. Schwartz (PA #2167) and submitted M. Sinclair (PA #2158) to court.
1557 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Cyclist contact 10/01/2019 12:30 PM
Hit and run. A blue SUV backed up into a parked bicycle . 113 took a report.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Ticket Follow-up 10/01/2019 12:00 PM
I made a courtesy call to R. Deniston for late PA fine. she texted me and said she would do it right away!!
8137 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Resource Damage 10/01/2019 11:00 AM
I investigated the illegal trail between lollipop and smuggler mountain rd. See email and report. keep an eye out!
8137 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 10/01/2019 10:30 AM
I put a no e-bike sign on the upper entrance to the lollipop trail from Smuggler Mtn Road
1557 ABC/BurlingameTrail Cyclist contact 10/01/2019 10:30 AM
contact made with bikers on Burlingorge trail clearing rocks off of trail . Thanks !
8135 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 10/01/2019 10:00 AM
FYI - cows are now in lower Glassier pastures. Please pay special attention to keeping gates closed and keeping dogs out.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 10/01/2019 10:00 AM
Pink tagged ( I left my card because I’m out of pink tags) a Honda Odyssey co. FXO-293. Parked in staff parking.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 10/01/2019 9:30 AM
Contact made with Dot and her 2 dogs near Stein falls. she was unaware of regs. on Rio grand . VW
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 10/01/2019 9:30 AM
Contact made with Sam and a small white DOL near rio grand park.VW
8135 The Drool Parcel Trash 10/01/2019 8:00 AM
Located old dump on Drool reported by LU. Referred to Ted. Also patrolled McCormick and Powerhouse parcels, cleaned up some trash, and Documented a memorial near the powerhouse ruin.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 9/30/2019 6:30 PM
Closed Filoha Open Space. Mended fence adjacent to gate that was reportedly kicked down. Locked ped gate, set closure sign at ped gate and intersection of Mtn Lion-Dorais Way, strung closure rope at same intersection and strung a second rope just north of the new driveway on the Dorais Way two track. I had to reset and fix sign post at Mtn Lion-Dorais Way intersection because someone knocked it over. Friendly neighbors.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Penny Hot Springs 9/30/2019 4:00 PM
11 people and 4 vehicles at Penny Hot Springs. Removed one bag of garbage. Removed string of garbage bags tied to signpost to discourage people from leaving trash, as trash had already started accumulating.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Mutual Aid 9/30/2019 4:00 PM
Moved along tractor trailer fully blocking traffic in front of the Wilden Property while making a delivery to the Nelson residence. 67 was far away and asked me to contact the driver.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 9/30/2019 3:00 PM
63 drove up Smuggler to Warren Lakes looking for an overdue hunter. If you see a 2006 tan Jeep Cherokee in the area of Smuggler Mtn Rd. call 63.
8135 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 9/30/2019 3:00 PM
Removed SPOT tracker from Emma underpass camera after 1 year without theft or any other suspicious activity. Camera will remain in place for wildlife survey.
8135 Open Space & Trails Fire 9/30/2019 3:00 PM
Red flag warning issued for Pitkin and Eagle counties until Tuesday night. Eagle County has issued Stage 1 Fire Restrictions (Pitkin is still w/o restrictions, although fires and fireworks are still prohibited on OST lands).
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 9/30/2019 3:00 PM
Dispatch aired a call for two transient males (Mr. Bennett and Mr. Harry) setting up camp near Holden-Marolt Museum. APD and PACT responded.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/30/2019 1:30 PM
Followed up with M. Bernhardt on report of suspicious mining structure in Hunter Creek downstream of Benedict Bridge. From description, it sounded like the in-stream diversion in that area and not anything illegal. Nice guy, fan of OST.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 9/30/2019 9:00 AM
Took call from D. Litzenberger with questions about obtaining Sr. citizen parking pass for HCV TH. Referred to HHS.
8135 Administration Wildlife 9/30/2019 9:00 AM
Monitored call for disoriented mountain goat wandering through town near Herron Park and Newbury Park. APD and CPW Responded. Decision was made to leave goat alone.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 9/29/2019 5:15 PM
Contacted Natasha Sokol and a yellow lab “Genevieve” DOL. She was dog sitting for a friend, we chatted about wildlife in the area. First contact, VW.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/29/2019 4:00 PM
19 cars, 34 people, 1 dog, 1 fisherman. Picked up glass bottles, no sign of camping.
8137 Lazy Glen Open Space Illegal Camping 9/29/2019 1:30 PM
63 responded to a sleeper on the highway side of lazy glen bridge (lazy glen HOA property). I took a second complaint call (different RP). The brown winnebago has been parked there for several days. We have no jurisdiction there, but maybe we can get a sign or show a presence.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/29/2019 12:15 PM
E-Bike crash at mm40.5 Duffy wiggles. 70yo woman A&O x 3 with minor abrasions to the head (with helmet) and arm. Lost control of E-Bike in the wiggle and lost consciousness for a few seconds. I arrived at the same time as medics. I did Trail traffic control. Patient brought to AVH by Ambi.
8139 Glassier Open Space E-bike Contact 9/29/2019 11:00 AM
Got a report of e bikers on glassier on Friday (9/27) around 1600-1700 going downhill. I suspect they may have gone up Buckhorn and then crossed into glassier at the gate. Not sure if there is any signage on the gate of no ebikes &can’t recall if there’s one at the top sign for glassier either. I imagine this could become a problem with the BLM/NP approval of e bikes on trails. Would be interested to see if the camera caught them
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Dog off leash - education contact 9/29/2019 10:00 AM
New trail signage will allow better enforcement/ compliance of the leash law on Maroon Creek Trail.
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Cyclist contact 9/29/2019 10:00 AM
Contacted a women on an E-bike below Terrell Wade Bridge. She was confused if the section of trail was single track or not. Clarity ensued.
8137 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 9/29/2019 9:15 AM
Contact with Geoff Smith and dog “Tucker” off leash on Lani White Trail. He was using an e-leash. I explained regulations. He also asked if I picked up his poo bag? I explained leaving poo bags was a code violation of failure to remove waste. Geoff said he would not use those trails anymore, but he just moved to centennial. First contact. Verbal warning
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 9/29/2019 8:30 AM
DOL with Paulina Vandernoordaa at LGOS. Vandernoordaa was roller blading and not holding the leash. She said she had fallen due to her dog pulling and was afraid of falling again. I explained Trail users must be holding the leash despite what activity they are performing while on the RGT. Vandernoordaa was contacted once prior a few years ago and it was a written warning. I decided to issue a verbal warning since she did have a hole in her knees from falling. She is aware of the regulations and that this is the last warning. VW
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 9/28/2019 5:00 PM
Cleaned and organized the lockup.
8139 Mills OSP Educational Contact 9/28/2019 3:00 PM
While patrolling the Mills rim, I intercepted the "Cowboy Camper" (Tioga UQA-954) and 10+ dogs before they headed down the trail. Informed him of the regulations - no more than 3 dogs per person, and they must carry a leash for each dog and bags- he stated that he was unaware of the regs. I have seen him down there DOL when I've been on Jaffee so I know he goes down there. I made it pretty clear but I'm sure he will be going down there with the dogs. It would be awesome to catch him or get him to move out of the area.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Called to scene 9/28/2019 1:15 PM
8136 and myself made contact with Rosemary who had fallen aprox. 30/50 ft. off of the Ute trail. Survey found only L ankle injury and we were able to help her walk down,
8135 Open Space & Trails Accident/Rescue 9/28/2019 1:00 PM
around 1300 hours 64 was dispatched for a possible MRA on the Ute trail for a 65 yo woman who had taken a fall. Original info stated ankle, knee, and leg injury. I contacted 64 and responded with 1557. See report.
8139 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 9/28/2019 11:00 AM
Contacted Andrea “Andi” Holland and her poodle DOL. 4 years since the last contact. Decided to used discretion and issued a verbal warning. Said they “didn’t see the sign” thought the leash enforcement started “at the stairs”. Corrected, and discussed the wildlife in the area and that it starts at the beginning of Lani White. I did inform her that the next contact will be another citation. VW
8136 Emma Open Space Parking 9/28/2019 10:00 AM
Pink tagged a camper/trailer left at Emma Schoolhouse parking lot. CO 227-ZXM
1557 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Park use heavy 9/28/2019 8:30 AM
Gold leaf half marathon today from Snowmass to Koch park .1000 participants .
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/28/2019 7:00 AM
10 cars and 14 people first thing in the morning. Bunch of leaf peepers!
8139 Administration Signage 9/27/2019 2:00 PM
Removed signs and brought all the sandwich boards back to lock up.
8139 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/27/2019 11:00 AM
9 cars and 11 people. Mellow crowd
8139 Hooks Spur Lot Parking 9/27/2019 9:00 AM
The pink tagged trailer had been removed
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 9/26/2019 4:45 PM
Cleaned up old camp remnants from under east side of Marolt bridge. more trash is on the hillside below and is on the do do next list.
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Everything great 9/26/2019 2:15 PM
Checking in on this park after reports of workers leaving trash after eating lunch.no trash today.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/26/2019 2:00 PM
Contacted Harry hotinsky and his yellow lab Loa on HCT. Chatted about wildlife and the narrow trail. Answered questions about other trails and regs. First contact , VW
8135 Owl Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 9/26/2019 11:45 AM
Responded to a bike accident for a 76 yo male with a shoulder injury and possible head injury. This was on the Owl Creek Trail near the red barn. 75 had me stand down before arriving.
8135 Wilton Jaffee Trail Educational Contact 9/26/2019 11:30 AM
Educated a man about keeping his dog in voice and sight control. His dog was slightly in front of him, not enough to warrant a warning. Good conversation and he was pleased with the trail conditions and thinks people have been respectful of the new rules.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 9/25/2019 2:30 PM
Contact made with Karen Luby and 2 small brown mixed breed dogs . VW
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 9/25/2019 1:45 PM
I picked up the loading/unloading signage from Stillwater and Wildwood. I put signs and 30 holders back in lockup.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/25/2019 12:00 PM
I saw a group with a white dog leash their dog when they saw me approach by the Verena Mallory Trail. I explained the leash law is always mandatory, not just when a Ranger is present. Contact with Ashley Smith and white labradoodle “Hank” off leash. Hunter Creek Trail. First contact. Verbal warning.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 9/25/2019 9:00 AM
8135 Hooks Spur Lot Parking 9/25/2019 9:00 AM
Tagged trailer with lawnmower (expired trailer plate, CO: 518-OLI) in Hooks Spur Lot.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/25/2019 8:00 AM
Two vehicles and at least two people at the springs. Picked up trash - mostly cigarette butts and discarded clothes.
8135 Crystal River Valley Trash 9/25/2019 7:30 AM
Patrolled the Drool parcel on report from LU of possible dumping. UTL.
8135 Crystal River Valley Illegal Camping 9/25/2019 6:30 AM
Perham Creek TH and Redstone Park clear of campers around sunrise. 2220 and I agree that responsible parties have likely moved along. Also checked Redstone Boulders OS
1557 Rio Grande Park Dog off leash - education contact 9/24/2019 6:30 PM
Reminding dog owners to reconnect leash to their dog upon leaving the off leash park and onto the trail system.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/24/2019 5:00 PM
Steady MTB and some hiker traffic on Glassier Trail. Evening patrols of single-track seem like a smart idea.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail E-bike Contact 9/24/2019 1:30 PM
Two educational contacts with E-bikers on Smuggler Mountain Road and Hunter Creek Valley Trail (USFS). One contact was with Mary Lackner (County BITS), who must’ve gotten confused after our conversation and turned down Hunter Creek Trail. I followed up with an email to clarify that E-bikes are prohibited on all OST single track trails and provided E-bike brochure.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 9/24/2019 1:30 PM
Educational contact with woman who lost of control of dog as she unleashed it to play in Hunter Creek below Benedict Bridge. I had owner leash dog until she physically accompany it down to the stream.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 9/24/2019 1:30 PM
Located 2 “campsites” with 115, near Marolt Museum. One was old and was thrown away, other was tagged. UPDATE: tagged camp was not collected by owner and was removed.
8135 Redstone Boulders OS Illegal Camping 9/24/2019 11:30 AM
Returned call from Skip Bell, RP on warm camping call at USFS river access between Redstone Firehouse and N. Bridge. Confirmed jurisdiction and referred to 2220. I spoke with 2220 regarding Redstone. 2220 said to be on the lookout for a silver 4Runner (cardboard on back and side window, male & female occupants, male w/face tattoos) related to aggressive panhandling in Redstone - notify PCSO if seen.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/24/2019 11:00 AM
Took call from Warren Chokowsky [sic] regarding hunting access on mid-stream island near Emma Open Space. Warren had done GIS research on the area, spoken with CPW, and was well informed. After discussing the area, I recommended Warren hunt only where he could reliably confirm he had legal access, such as the State land upstream of Emma Open Space. I believe I spoke with Warren about this issue last year as well.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 9/24/2019 11:00 AM
Contacted driver of oversized vehicle on HWY82 near Didficult CG as assist to PCSO. Driver was headed to residence to make a delivery, but was considering continuing over Independence Pass. I informed him of large ticket deputies may write for attempting to go over the Pass, gave plate to dispatch, and cleared.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 9/24/2019 8:00 AM
Accepted fine payment from C. Chartouni (#2164).
8135 Administration Mutual Aid 9/23/2019 5:00 PM
Completed an open records request for APD regarding a subject of frequent welfare checks and code enforcement contacts by OST rangers.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 9/23/2019 2:30 PM
Dorais Way is temporarily open until at least 10/1/2019 pending litigation between RCA and the County.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 9/23/2019 2:30 PM
Deposited fine payment from M. Marolt (#2149).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 9/23/2019 1:30 PM
Documented orange discharge being pumped out of a construction site (183 Red Mtn Rd) into Hunter Creek adjacent to RGT near HCT intersection. Referred complaint to City of Aspen and informed dispatch.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/23/2019 1:00 PM
Encountered nude woman and clothed man with camera on far side of Hunter Creek from the lower trail. Whatever was going on seemed to be consensual, on private property, and none of my business. I later saw the couple hiking out on Hunter Creek Trail. Nothing surprises me anymore.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Verbal Warning 9/23/2019 10:30 AM
Spoke with J. Colley by phone regarding markings on trail during WEDU event. Markings turned out to be made of baking flour and not spray-chalk. I explained markings of any kind are prohibited by WEDU's permit. Colley was polite and agreed to send a colleague over to remove any remaining marking material from Aspen-Mass and Brush Creek trails.
8136 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/22/2019 9:30 AM
Glassier Trail was packed today. No violations. Alec's dad said he saw a DOL in there the other day.
8136 Stein Park (AVLT) Parking 9/22/2019 8:30 AM
Pink tagged a Maroon Audi Q5, CO 509-LZQ. It was parked on the opposite side of a mostly empty lot. Suggested parking between the lines.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Penalty Assessment 9/21/2019 5:30 PM
Cited Mike Marolt (Think Big Convention) for not having a permit with a guided hiking tour. The tour had 17 guests all here for the convention. See report.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Whitewater 9/21/2019 5:00 PM
Dispatch aired a report of the river flow “dropping to 0” from an RP. Went to NS and the river still had water....
8139 Wheatley Beach Parking 9/21/2019 4:30 PM
A white Chevy Express van (LA 538 ATE) was parked along the downstream side of the fence along Lowering river road. I’ll check back tomorrow to see if it stays over night. Not in the lot but still on OST property
8136 Congo Trailhead Illegal Camping 9/21/2019 12:30 PM
Oregon truck/camper is gone.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/21/2019 12:30 PM
DOL with Amy Roldam near Benedict Bridge. She had the Upper HC Valley confused with lower. Clarified regs. First contact. VW
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 9/20/2019 5:00 PM
Contacted a driver for EPIC who was one of three vans parked at Smuggler. They informed me that Mike Marolt was leading a guided tour up the mountain and would be back with an hour. I contacted Mike and he let me know that it was through some convention (did not remember the name) and they were staying at the Maroon Creek Club. Mike is following up with me tomorrow after he figures out who is in charge and has let me know they will pay a citation and try to work with us with a permit. Mike mentioned this event has been going on for 10 years and he wasn't aware of needing a permit. Update: meeting mike at 5pm tomorrow to cite “Think Big” convention.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/20/2019 3:00 PM
DOL with Lynne Whipple below Benedict Bridge. Whipple said she took the DOL to let it in the water but didn’t leash back up. Explained fall wildlife concerns. First contact. VW
8136 Congo Trailhead Illegal Camping 9/20/2019 11:00 AM
8136 Congo Trailhead Illegal Camping 9/20/2019 11:00 AM
Report of a pickup with camper parked overnight at Congo TH. SO 21 and I tried to make contact but no one was home. There was a note stating, "Not staying, up Congo till late". Pink tag warning. OR 934-JBG
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 9/20/2019 8:45 AM
Redstone Park and bathrooms clear.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/20/2019 8:00 AM
3 vehicles, 5 people in the hot springs first thing in the morning.
8135 Glassier Open Space Penalty Assessment 9/19/2019 5:00 PM
Busy afternoon at Glassier OS. Cited John Paul Schwartz of Carbondale for DOL x 3 on lower Glassier Trail. I watched Schwartz and wife park in roadway and enter gate near two “no dogs” signs. Cited for one offense and warned for others. Assigned Eagle County Annex court date and explained payment options.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 9/19/2019 4:45 PM
I installed the new “No overnight parking” signs at South Gate and north gate! Hopefully they work!
8135 Brush Creek Trail Resource Damage 9/19/2019 4:00 PM
Documented spray paint or chalk arrows at top of Aspen-Mass Trail, in Intercept Lot, and bottom of Brush Creek Trail. One of the arrows says “WEDU” on it. I’ll add to report and follow up with a ticket.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Penalty Assessment 9/19/2019 2:45 PM
Driving past the elevated boardwalk section of the East of Aspen Trail I noticed a wedding photoshoot taking place. I parked on Wildwood ln. I contacted Rene Deniston for violation of no commercial permit. Citation.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 9/19/2019 2:00 PM
Observed two men in camo with backpacks on RGT below Stein Park. I recognized one man, who was carrying a paper bag with liquor containers, from a past camp contact. The guys seemed to leave the trail near Stein Bridge, which made me suspect they were camping, but I didn’t observe any evidence in the area.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/19/2019 1:15 PM
Contact with Don Runkle with dog “Hunter” yellow lab off leash on Hunter Creek Trail. First contact. Asked a lot of questions about regulations on other trails, and argued all of my points. Also thinks his dog is well behaved, but it was obvious to me the dog jumps on everything and pulls the owner around. No wonder he wants to walk it off leash. Verbal warning.
8135 Wilton Jaffee Trail Verbal Warning 9/19/2019 1:00 PM
Contacted Paul Rudnick with DOL (“Woody”) on Jaffee Liaison Trail. Rudnick is older and seemed confused about regs after recent voice and sight control policy adoption on Jaffee River Trail. Out of consideration of the learning curve for a new policy, I made it a warning, but informed Rudnick that due to his multiple interactions with rangers the next contact will likely be a ticket. Rudnick stayed that he doesn’t read signs because there are too many; I explained the signage is in place to inform visitors of the regs and urged him to read them to help avoid a fine.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Lost and Found 9/19/2019 12:30 PM
Pink tagged red Mongoose fatbike on RGT at Stein Bridge intersection. Bike has been stashed for at least 24hrs and is dummy-locked. Please remove if still here in another 24hrs.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 9/19/2019 12:30 PM
Thoroughly patrolled riverbank below Stein Trail. The camp 8138 contacted yesterday is now vacant. Plenty of viable campsites in the area.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 9/19/2019 10:00 AM
Pink tagged white Chevy tracker co. Plate APQ-784. Parked in staff parking at base of smuggler.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 9/19/2019 9:00 AM
Made courtesy call to C. Chartouni (PA #2164). Chartouni indicated she will pay online shortly.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 9/19/2019 9:00 AM
Took call from Mike Teague (father of Ashlyn, a lotto hunt winner) with questions about Sky Mtn Park special lotto hunt (11/13-11/17). I then sent out an email to all lotto winners with schedule orientation dates (11/4 and 11/8 @ 1600hrs Intercept Lot).
8137 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Special Event 9/18/2019 4:30 PM
I rode my bike on some of the trails used by WEDU this past weekend. I found 4 pieces of flagging. Not impressed. I want to go back tomorrow to look for more on our property. I also found one at Stein Park. And an old flagging from the marathon!
8137 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 9/18/2019 11:30 AM
I noticed what looked like a sleeping bag down by the river off the Stein trail. I made some noise to see if it as occupied. It was, I retreated rapidly. 79 help me contact the sleeper from power plant rd. We made contact. He was sketchy. Said he was only relaxing for the day, not camping. I smelled a tiny bit of campfire, he said he was about to lite one. 79 and I explained the regulations on open space, and explained we would be back the next day to make sure he removed all his belongings. He also gave a sob story about identity theft, where someone is framing him for child pornography. Do not attempt to contact this individual without a deputy!
8137 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 9/17/2019 9:45 PM
I took a call from Kurtis Tesch and then subsequently dispatch about a hunter who shot a cow elk with a bow on 9/16, the elk wandered on to OST property in SMP. He wanted permission to track the elk on our property I assisted with tracking the animal on OST SMP property, we came up UTL. Ted has given permission for him to go back and keep tracking. he texted me to let me know he was going back on the property, and is supposed to text me when he is off the property.
8136 Open Space & Trails Special Event 9/16/2019 4:00 PM
8138 and I wrote the report for WEDU. No concerns. Only thing they forgot were a few notice signs at Woody Creek Rd and Stein Park.
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/16/2019 4:00 PM
Dispatch transferred me an anonymous male with questions about Dorais Way public access issues. I forwarded him to Kim A.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 9/16/2019 3:30 PM
Contacted “Mad Carl” with 3 horses tied to the maintenance rd gate and a parked trailer. The brakes on Mad Carl’s trailer broke and his friend took the truck down to the hardware store to get an adapter. He anticipates having the trailer out shortly as they need to head back to Tejas.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/16/2019 1:00 PM
LGOS lessee Cooper called me about a Jeep that drove down to the river and parked in the reveg area near the new bridge. The Jeep had left before I got there. Cooper and I will keep an eye out for it.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Special Event 9/15/2019 9:00 PM
Monitored the WEDU 50 event. nothing crazy to note. marshaling at road crossing was exceptional. We will see if the flagging is picked up in the next few days!!
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Accident/Rescue 9/15/2019 5:00 PM
Dispatch transferred me “Retta” who wanted to file a report about a dog bite he got on SMR. I referred him to the SO to file the report. Retta said a blonde woman, average height, in all black workout clothes, with a large golden retriever or lab chased him and bit his leg while biking. Retta fell off his bike due to the bite. He declined medical attention. He was also reporting this after the fact at APD.
8137 Owl Creek Trail Wildlife 9/15/2019 4:15 PM
Responded to a moose on the loose call on Owl Creek rd. at the pond. three moose reported disturbing traffic. 63 and I both were UTL on the Moose.
8135 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 9/14/2019 4:00 PM
Contacted woman (blonde, 40s-50s) reclining in her red Euro Van in the Jaffee Park parking lot while her black lab wandered around nearby. I explained vehicle to trail leash policy. The woman indicated I had spoken to her before and wasn’t super receptive to my message, although she did leash the dog. After some poking around in Ranger Mobile, I believe the woman is Jen Brennan, who I’ve warned in the past for violating dog regulations. If I contact Brennan again for dog issues near Jaffee Park, I will consider a ticket.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 9/14/2019 4:00 PM
Contact with Michael Sinclair on Rio Grande Trail at mm. 24.5 with black lab off leash in the zero tolerance zone. Lives in Holland Hills, and takes his dog off leash all the time. First contact, friendly and cooperative. Citation.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 9/14/2019 2:30 PM
Rode Cozy-Sky-View-Ditch loop. Great riding conditions with a steady stream of visitors on the trails.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Lost and Found 9/14/2019 2:30 PM
Tagged silver ROSS MTB stashed in brush near ditch at base of BCT. Please check back and remove as abandoned in 48hrs. Checked area for camps and fishermen - nada.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/14/2019 1:00 PM
DOL x2 with Vivi Alvez from Brazil. Alves said her dogs were just in the water and she hadn’t put the leashes on yet. I contacted her at the base of the second staircase so I believed her. I gave her the spiel and info about wildlife, V&S areas so I will put it in as a VW. First contact.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/14/2019 11:30 AM
Located a makeshift bedroll on Mills Rim (39°14′56″ N 106°52′54″ W). Not much to tag, so I left it for the timebeing. I also followed a half dozen short social trails from the Intercept Lot (most ended in latrines presumably from residents of the Lot - please document this kind of trash so I can lobby powers that be for better mgmt. of the parking area). Also removed an office chair from boundary of open space in west end of the Lot.
8135 Administration Special Event 9/14/2019 11:00 AM
Took call from Lance Armstrong and Josh Colley of WEDU. Agreed to course update - divert from lower Iowa Shaft to Iow Shaft Extension/Lower Lollipop to avoid bad washout and improve rider safety. All trail marshal locations will stay the same.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 9/14/2019 10:00 AM
Welfare check on the same individual from yesterday. Hikers reported a woman yelling at her dog and seemed unstable. I spoke with the woman and she seemed somewhat upset but generally well and “calm”.
8135 Administration Mutual Aid 9/14/2019 9:45 AM
Took call from Dispatch for man with questions about firearms near trails. RP ended up making cold report of reckless target shooting near West Maroon Trail, which I referred to 2372.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 9/14/2019 9:30 AM
Spent about an hour outreaching dog walkers about carrying poo bags and leashes while hiking. All but one person were pleased to get the scoop.
8135 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Special Event 9/14/2019 7:30 AM
The Aspen WEDU 50 mountain bike race begins at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 15 with 50k and 50-mile course options. Riders start with a climb up Smuggler Mountain Road to Iowa Shaft and into the Hunter Creek Valley before climbing into the Four Corners area and down to Lenado.and Woody Creek. There will also be racers climbing the AspenMass Trail to Brush Creek Trail and using Highline and Lowline, plus trails at Snowmass Ski Area and Government Trail. Riders in the 50k will ride the Rio Grande Trail from Jaffee Park to Stein Park.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/13/2019 12:15 PM
DOL with Erin Glen near upper Verena Mallory. First contact. VW
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 9/13/2019 11:00 AM
I checked on a woman who was reportedly alarming people by yelling loudly at other dogs as they passed her and her dog on leash. I’m familiar with this woman and spoke with her for a moment. She was actually speaking to her own dog and said she was just training her own service dog. Seemed like she was having a good day so I left her alone.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 9/13/2019 10:00 AM
Spoke with Ryan Mowry about legal hunting access on OST and nearby USFS areas.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 9/12/2019 3:00 PM
1557 passed along a report of a down tree near Verna Mallory trail- cut the tree and cleared the trail.
8139 Hooks Spur Lot Parking 9/12/2019 10:00 AM
Called the number on the FOR SALE sign on the orange Jeep 8136 pink tagged yesterday and left a voicemail. Gave them 24 hours to remove the vehicle
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 9/12/2019 9:00 AM
Slow day at BHS lot. Talked to 302, he said a bunch of the students were headed out on field trips (Thursday &Friday). They’re working on making the announcement on Monday when everyone gets back.
8135 Administration Special Event 9/12/2019 7:00 AM
TEST TEST TEST
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 9/11/2019 7:30 AM
I did an early morning extra patrol of SMR. Lots of contacts, gave out leashes. Educated on voice and sight control. Educated on throwing poop bags away, within 25ft of trash can😕. Still managed to miss dogs pooping in parking lot. I was frustrated when I walked five feet off side of road and noticed tons of dog poop.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/11/2019 2:30 AM
I encountered a medical situation by slaughterhouse falls when I was biking the Rio. Patient crashed bike and hit her head (no helmet) refused ambi but accepted transport from me. I transported patient, family member and bikes. Ended up transporting to hospital. Read the report for more info.
8137 Owl Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 9/10/2019 4:15 PM
I responded to a bike crash that happened on owl creek trail, by the red barn. The injured party kept riding until by the airport, then stopped , intercepted by 03. The ambulance arrived just before me, but family told me the patient grabbed for his phone and crashed. Possible broken ribs or worse, punctured lungs. I transported two bikes to Gene Taylor’s in Snowmass.
8135 Administration Commercial Permit Check 9/10/2019 2:00 PM
Checked in with WEDU event organizer, Comm Dev, and Janet regarding the upcoming WEDU 50 event (Aspen to Lenado via Smuggler Mtn/Hunter Creek to Woody Creek to Aspen via RGT [50K course] and via Brush Creek, Low/Highline, Govt Trail [50Mi]). OST will require marshals at Iowa Shaft and 10th Mtn intersections with Hunter Creek Cutoff. Comm Dev will require traffic marshals at the Aspen-Mass Trail-Smith Hill Way intersection, Highline Trail-Highline Rd. intersection, and lower Brush Creek roundabout, but this is not part of our permit. The Comm Dev permit also gives OST the ability to bill WEDU for hours spent acting as event traffic marshals, if we do have to step in.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/10/2019 8:30 AM
1 vehicle (TRcCO: 536-VHI, CO: MKO-809) green Subaru full of junk with an overloaded trailer likely camped at Penny Hot Springs. Cleaned up discarded sandals and clothes.
8135 Redstone Park Parking 9/10/2019 7:30 AM
Redstone Bathrooms were being cleaned at 0730hrs and appeared clear of campers. Pink tagged the beat up hatchback (WI: 559-WJC) full of junk with front end damage that has been parked in north parking spaces of Redstone Parking possibly as long as several weeks.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Illegal Camping 9/10/2019 7:00 AM
Perham Creek TH was clear of campers at 0700hrs. I posted a “no overnight parking” sign in the main lot that will be visible to anyone pulling into the trailhead.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 9/09/2019 6:00 PM
Posted temporary “no student parking” signs at BHS RGT trailhead.
8135 Administration Illegal Camping 9/09/2019 4:00 PM
Chatted with Carlos Medina downtown. Medina is homeless, has been ticketed by APD three times, and had questions about where to camp legally. I explained 14 day rule for dispersed camping on USFS land, but explained “residential use” is not allowed and clarified that no camping is permitted on City or County Open Space. Polite guy. I wish I had better answers for him.
8136 Moore Open Space Signage 9/09/2019 1:00 PM
Removed survey sandwich board from Tiehack side of Moore OS.
8135 Redstone Park Illegal Camping 9/09/2019 10:30 AM
Per Ted, the contractor who cleans the Redstone bathrooms reported multiple homeless people sleeping in the handicap bathroom. The people come in late and leave before 0730. I referred to PCSO night shift.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 9/09/2019 9:00 AM
Deposited cash fine payment from K. Schwendtner (PA 2153). Also took call from Suzy Ellison whose car was mistakenly tagged at BHS TH during school parking enforcement. I explained parking issues and she was sympathetic to the cause once I explained the tag was not meant to single her out (as a legitimate trail user).
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 9/08/2019 2:45 PM
I moved the bear sandwich board from Hunter Creek Trail to Stein park on the upper Rio, considering today’s bear traffic at mm 39. I updated the sign log.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 9/08/2019 2:00 PM
Got a report of a bear and cub at mm 39. I was able to haze it away at first. Did a couple laps up and down then about 30 mins later the bears showed back up in the same area. I attempted to haze again- unsuccessfully. The bear got up on its hind feet and huffed in my face. Called for backup from 8135 to bring a truck. While he was enroute to my location the bear continued to be aggressive. I called for a deputy to come with less than leathal rounds to haze the bear further based on the increasing aggressive behavior. 79 fired 3 rounds in the direction of the bear before it fled up towards gold butte. I imagine we will be seeing the bear again in this zone
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/08/2019 1:45 PM
Contact with Karin Schwendtner at the North Star Beach with her dog “Rafael” off leash. She said she throws the ball for her dog at the beach all the time. First contact, citation.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 9/08/2019 11:30 AM
Took welfare check call from Dispatch. Checked on female hiker on Smuggler Mtn Rd. reported to be acting “crazy.” All seemed well based on my many past interactions with her. We had a pleasant conversation about a quarter the way up Smuggler and I cleared.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/08/2019 11:15 AM
Contact with Tess Stokol with friends dog “Addie” Australian Shepherd off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Just past the upper meadow kiosk, first time on trail with dog, first contact, verbal warning.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 9/08/2019 11:00 AM
Stillwater gauge reads 60 CFS, so still above the “voluntary low flow closure” cutoff of 45 CFS. I anticipate revising this level for next year, as paddlers are routinely hitting bottom below Wildwood Lane.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 9/08/2019 9:45 AM
White Chevy van with Co. CDK-119 parked at South Gate. 8138 contacted sleeper, verbal warning. Nice guy, pretty sure it will not happen again, but he is living out of his van.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/08/2019 9:30 AM
4 vehicles and 9 people at Penny Hot Springs. Chatted with man in beat up pickup truck (CO:BFN-L51). Truck had a large open toolbox in the bed that I suspected could be related to sandbags and other excavation work at the pools, but I saw no clear sign the occupant was digging in the springs. Occupant was smoking weed, had a machete and juggling torches on the front dash, and rambled on about religion. Occupant indicated he lived in his truck. I picked up a half bucket of trash and left.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Illegal Camping 9/08/2019 8:45 AM
Observed a light color sedan (VA:UMV-8609) in Perham Creek TH turnaround. Vehicle drove away as I pulled up behind it. Plate and description of driver fits with vehicle/sleeper contacted in same location by 8136. Please keep eye on this area in early morning, as camping is prohibited.
8135 Bull Pen Lot Parking 9/08/2019 8:30 AM
Bull Pin Lot was just starting to fill up at 0830 hours. Might be the start of the autumn MTB rush. We should keep an ear out for parking issues down here in the coming weeks.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 9/07/2019 5:00 PM
Took call from Amy B. via dispatch with questions about fire regs. Informed caller of fire prohibition on OST lands and explained there is no current fire ban in Pitkin County. Caller was interested in camping in Kobe Park.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/07/2019 3:45 PM
13 cars and 32 people. No camping, not too bad on the trash. Sketchy truck was parked. I sent photos via text.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/07/2019 3:30 PM
Patrolled Lazy Glen Open Space. Contacted two men in silver 4Runner (CO: AON-719) parked on two-track. They were working for Cooper (Jose - water buffalo farmer from Prince Creek area - and Rodrigo). I noticed bilingual signage is no longer posted at the bridge. I emailed Ted with questions.
1557 North Star/James H. Smith Parking issues 9/07/2019 3:00 PM
At Wildwood. parked car in the fire lane . 10 showed up and issued a ticket.
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Educational Contact 9/07/2019 2:30 PM
Educational contact with woman waking two DOL on Basalt-Mass Trail bear Fisherman’s Park. Per GIS, this is Town of Basalt jurisdiction, so I informed woman of rules and pointed out regulatory sign at base of trail.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Followed-up on issue 9/07/2019 2:30 PM
Attempt made to contact Jan Alling at 244 Eastwood dr. to cite for dumping household trash (3 bags) into city can at Harron park. Left my contact info. on front door.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Wildlife 9/07/2019 2:00 PM
Encountered the largest black bear I’ve ever seen on RGT at Mile 26.0. The bear ran alongside me between the soft surface and paved trail before heading up into the red cliffs.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/07/2019 1:00 PM
Rode from Aspen to Basalt and back on an extra patrol of RGT intersections with roadways between Woody Creek and Lazy Glen (reference email thread with Ted). Contacted cyclists regarding need to stop at “STOP” signs. Compliance is not great. 17 of 19 total contacts at the Gerbaz road intersection.
1557 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Followed-up on issue 9/07/2019 12:15 PM
Report received of a Bear entering a van through the sun roof then heading up Ajax trail area . UTL.
1557 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Followed-up on issue 9/07/2019 11:00 AM
Report of hot air balloons landing at Cozy point yesterday afternoon . I made contact with Julie , ( snowmass special events ) she will remind balloonists not to land at the ranch.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Trails 9/07/2019 10:00 AM
Got a report of a male with a dog riding up Cozyline. RP commented to the dog owner “can you not read” in regards to the signage/ regs. I didn’t see them on Viewline /Skyline
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 9/06/2019 5:30 PM
Received a call from a lady named Katie about Jaffee River Trail. She just wanted to thank us for listening to the public and changing the leash law on the Jaffee trail.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 9/06/2019 3:30 PM
Educational outreach on a few individuals who were getting ready to walk their dogs without a leash on the road. They all agreed to put the dogs on before heading across the parking area and boat ramp.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/06/2019 11:30 AM
Monitored a call about a harassment on Dorias way aired to 03. This was over Filoha access. See email.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 9/06/2019 10:00 AM
Pink tagged students vehicles parked at BHS trailhead. All Colorado: AON-528, 341-JVY, BTG-379, CXH-014
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 9/06/2019 9:00 AM
Received fine payment from C. Hug (2147) and R. Mucahy (2100).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/06/2019 8:00 AM
Patrolled the BHS lot and let students know they cannot park in the trail parking area. I turned away multiple cars and more turned around when they saw me. We’ll need to patrol for a bit on weekdays.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/05/2019 1:00 PM
Contacted Amy Young of Carbondale Co about her two little dogs off leash. Amy said she didn’t see the sign and would keep them on a leash. First contact. VW.
1557 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Called to scene 9/05/2019 12:00 PM
Responded to Whittaker park and 115 was on scene helping Nick Olsen . Nick was taken to HHS by 115.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 9/05/2019 12:00 PM
Very slow noon hour out at NS. Only a handful of groups out on the water.... we might have made it through the craziness
8136 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 9/04/2019 5:00 PM
Checked the normal hideouts along the river on Stein for camps and the stolen backpack. UTL.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 9/04/2019 2:45 PM
See email about possible parking issues at Rio grande trail access and BHS.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/04/2019 1:00 PM
Lindsey U forwarded me a report of sand bags being used to make pools at the hotsprings. I contacted the RP, Karin Gieske 970.274.1966, who had heard this information from a friend and was on her way to check it out. We determined that there were not any new bags, and 8135 had removed them the day before. Karin also gave me the phone number of her friend Olivia Pevek 970.371.6455, who may have information on the people who filled the bags. I left a message with Olivia but have not heard back.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/04/2019 10:30 AM
Monitored a Code medical call for a bike crash at RGT and McLain Flats Rd intersection. 33yo female with possible head injury, and bleeding from chin. Transported to AVH by Ambi and 79 returned bike to Ritz.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 9/04/2019 9:00 AM
APD is requesting we keep an eye out for a mullti-colored striped Patagonia backpack with blue waterbottle containing a WFR sticker. It was stolen from a vehicle on Passgo Lane and APD suspects it may be at a squatter camp in the area of Deer Hill/Burgame/Stein Trail. See email for a photograph of the backpack. Contact any APD officer if found.
1557 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 9/04/2019 8:00 AM
Large trash dump / abandon camp site cleaned up after what look to be an active camp last winter. 1558, myself and 3 hard working members of COA trail crew removed approximately 15 large contractor bags worth of trash from the site.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Ticket Follow-up 9/03/2019 5:15 PM
Contact with Cornelia Hug for her camper parked at a South Gate for 3 nights. She called me back after I left a citation on her window this morning. Explained arrived late on Saturday night, all camp spots were full, and then she participated in the grand traverse bike race, and did not return until today. She was happy to pay the fine, and was relieved her camper was not towed. Cornelia was very apologetic and friendly, easy contact. Citation
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 9/03/2019 3:15 PM
I put up the Carsonite sign near the social trail on the lower rio at BHS. Hopefully this will dissuade users from crossing private property. And help them notice our new signage!
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 9/03/2019 10:45 AM
Pink tagged Silver Honda Accord with trailer, parked at large pull out .5 miles up Smuggler mtn rd. Saw a rifle case in the back seat, and witnesses told me he was on a quad going up smuggler. Co. 210-QSU
8135 Jaffee Park Trash 9/03/2019 10:30 AM
Cleaned up an open bottle of rum, a smashed coconut, multiple barely smoked cigars, an American flag, and toy boats set out in a deliberate fashion near Jaffee Park boat ramp. Hikers reported seeing small cupcakes and a container of berries. Weird thing is... I’ve been seeing the same items periodically for years at Jaffee Park and it seems clear they are left out on purpose. Internet identifies all of these items as common Voodoo offerings. 8137 found similar items on 4/23. Both dates are on or within a few days of Voodoo holidays. The most recent holiday is celebrated near moving water. Just a guess... Dispatch recorded no calls at Jaffee Park last night.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/03/2019 9:00 AM
I left a citations n for Washington plates BPJ7456, white and blue TIOGA camper. Pink tagged By 8135 on Monday 9/2. Possibly broke down, but still no contact made. Citation.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/03/2019 7:30 AM
Spent about an hour cleaning Penny Hot Springs. Emptied and removed at least 18 plastic sandbags from the riverbank. Bags were evidently filled with river sediment and placed around a pool. The plastic threads in the bags proved a pain to clean up and definitely would’ve polluted the river as they decomposed. 3 cars and 5 people pulled up while I cleaned. I contacted one woman regarding dog off leash near and in the pools (license plate CO:038-YYT).
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 9/02/2019 5:00 PM
Dispatch aired call to APD for woman whose car was unlocked with a stashed key and apparently robbed of $300.
8135 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 9/02/2019 5:00 PM
Contacted small photo shoot at Jaffee Park boat ramp. Non-commercial, just husband and wife. Corrected illegal parking and cleared.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Penalty Assessment 9/02/2019 2:45 PM
Cited Christina Chartouni of Miami, FL for dog in a closed area on river left bank of James H. Smith Open Space. Warned for entering closed area and glass. Compliant and polite person who indicated she wanted to protect the environment. I explained a little bit of the Preserve’s conservation history and reason for strict enforcement.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 9/02/2019 2:00 PM
Moved along two vehicles (CO: 569-XPT and CO:644-RCD) parked in fire lane and lectured owners on illegal parking. All drivers claimed not to see fire lane signs. Stood down FS2372. Wildwood was high maintenance without the natties on duty.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/02/2019 1:00 PM
Issued Rob Hirsch for dogs in the closure at the beach. Confrontational contact but accepted the PA.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/02/2019 12:00 PM
Contacted Christopher Chalmers and his dog Dakota DOL. first contact, apologetic and compliant. VW
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/02/2019 11:45 AM
Contacted Emily Ginnel DOL. First contact. Said she let the dog off to get in the river, chatted about the regulations and letting the dog off to swim but leashing it once you get back on the trail. First contact, VW
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 9/02/2019 10:30 AM
Had a productive conversation with Vince Nichols (Blazing Adventures) regarding the shuttle driver contact. The driver is being reprimanded and educated on the terms of the limo license. Turns out vans are not covered by the company limo license and Nichols was adamant that open containers was not fitting with company’s “family friendly image.” I will lobby for a no alcohol clause in 2020 permits at North Star.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 9/02/2019 9:15 AM
Pink tagged Tioga RV parked overnight in east end of South Gate (WA: BPJ7456). I could hear someone rummaging around inside, but they wouldn’t come out to talk. I tagged the RV and split. RV was still parked there at 1640 hrs, so I passed it on to 12.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space North Star Nature Preserve 9/01/2019 4:00 PM
Dozens of educational contacts along river in JHS regarding amplified music, closed areas, quiet zone, control of dogs on watercraft, and staying on trail. Polite people, but disappointing behavior. Also called 12 to scene of vehicle parked over white line at MM 43.0. I contacted driver and got him to move as 12 pulled up.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 9/01/2019 2:45 PM
Spoke with Blazing Adventures shuttle driver about clients having open containers, including glass, in the van at Wildwood. Driver explained “limo license” allows this. I passed along VIN to 12 for further investigation. I explained to driver that even if legal, allowing clients to pregame seems to expose company to liability and undermines responsible image of outfitters at North Star. North Star was slammed and the ACES natties seemed straight overwhelmed.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Parking 9/01/2019 12:45 PM
Pink tagged two vehicles parked in Stein Park boat loading zone. Low water, but I still saw two private boater vehicles pull in with other boats staged in the park, so I tagged ‘em. Cars turned out to belong to Mr. Brian Long! Commercial boating on Slaughterhouse has ended, so don’t worry about loading zones after this weekend.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/01/2019 11:00 AM
Responded to non-code medical call for 58yo male who crashed bike at RGT Mile 34.0 near Moore River Open Space sign. Responded from Cozyline and arrived first on scene. Assessed patient - A&Ox4, Chief complaint of left clavicle pain, CSM diminished in L. arm, minor deformity in clavicle, minor road rash, cracked helmet with no evident head injury, suspected minor altitude sickness. 63 and Aspen Ambi arrived and patient was transported to AVH. I transported two rental bikes into town.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/01/2019 10:00 AM
Patrolled Mills Open Space. Found trash from old camp (39.248809 -106.880908), but no active sites. We should go back with a trash bag to remove leftover garbage.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/31/2019 3:00 PM
Cited Risteard Mucahy for a dog at the beach. The group had chairs, a table, speakers and a camping tent set up. They removed the dog and took down everything else. Mucahy was dog sitting for a friend and wasn’t aware of the regulations (did walk by 2 signs on the way in) so cited for the dog and educated on other regs at the beach.
8135 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 8/31/2019 2:30 PM
Flagged down by a woman who had been struck by a bicycle in the crosswalk in front of Hotel Jerome. Details were convoluted at first. Subject refused ambulance, but indicated desire to make a police report. I called APD and stayed on scene until 145 arrived (CN #14639).
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/31/2019 1:45 PM
10 cars and 24 people and a lot of trash. No signs of camping.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail User conflict 8/31/2019 1:15 PM
Contact made with biker and owner of truck partially blocking trail . Truck was promptly moved.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Accident/Rescue 8/31/2019 1:00 PM
Responded to call about a male unconscious and breathing at the parking area of penny hot Springs. See report.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Park use heavy 8/31/2019 12:00 PM
Assisted with parking problems at Ute trailhead and the Ute cemetery area .
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Trash 8/31/2019 11:45 AM
BUSY day at Smuggler Mountain. Dozens of good outreach contacts while I posted up at the base area talking about Voice & Sight Control. Saw lots of dogs on leash. Trash can at base was overflowing. Emptied can and replaced bag. Dog bags will probably need to be replenished tomorrow.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Penalty Assessment 8/31/2019 11:45 AM
Cited Frank Hamilton (and Diana Willkie) for failure to obtain a special event permit for a 50-75 person organized wedding hike on Smuggler Mountain. Through investigation, it became clear EKS (cited in 2013 and 2015) was responsible for organizing the wedding, but not the hike. Elizabeth Slossberg of EKS proved highly confrontational, but ultimately cooperative in providing information. I made sure to issue the ticket in as courteous and quick a manner possible out of respect for the couple’s big weekend. Hamilton paid by 1500 hours.
8135 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 8/31/2019 8:00 AM
Pink-tagged white camper van (MT: BWV-759) parked in Jaffee Park. State of car strongly suggested someone sleeping inside, but they wouldn’t come out to talk. Around 0900, it looked like the RO had removed the tag and was sitting down by the river (white female, “Heidi”).
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 8/31/2019 8:00 AM
Educational contact with man walking two DOL through Jaffee Park parking lot. Informed of leash requirement from car to gate and ordinance requiring leashed be carried at all times.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 8/31/2019 7:00 AM
Joined RFOV for an outreach event on SMR. Good conversations, but a surprising number of people who were not carrying a leash for their dog.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Illegal Camping 8/31/2019 6:45 AM
Patrolled Lazy Glen OS in early morning after seeing Kyle Jensen’s white van parked on a lower access road. Jensen was evidently not camping and already at work on the farm.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 8/30/2019 6:15 PM
Contact made with 6 bikers on their way up valley from Woody creek tavern. they had a bit of ETOH on board so I escorted them back up to the Jerome safely.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 8/30/2019 4:15 PM
Reissued citation to Aspen Beauty Boutique with new court date.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 8/30/2019 4:00 PM
Patrolled Jaffee River Trail for Voice & Sight/leash compliance. Chatted with Bill Jobe - the self-declared ambassador for the new policy - modeling good behavior with leashes and bags on hand. Made multiple outreach contacts with fishermen.
8135 Jaffee Park Educational Contact 8/30/2019 4:00 PM
Educational contact with “Angel” walking 4 DOL just inside Jaffee River Trail gate. Explained code. Very complaint. Leashed two dogs.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 8/30/2019 3:45 PM
I picked up a ridiculous amount of beer cans stashed in the bushes at the North Gate parking lot. See email
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Educational Contact 8/30/2019 2:15 PM
Educational contact with woman on HCT boardwalk leashing chocolate lab just as it (apparently) came out of the creek. Lectured on bear awareness, leash law, and fine structure. Busy day on the trail with many tourist way finding contacts and bear questions.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/30/2019 12:00 PM
Contact with Hunter Aussem with her dog off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. First contact, verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/30/2019 12:00 PM
Contact with Jane Pope with her dog off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. First contact, verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/30/2019 11:45 AM
Contact with Barbara Manilow with hr dog bailey off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail, first contact verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/30/2019 11:45 AM
Contact with Maya Manilow with her dog off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. First contact, verbal warning.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 8/29/2019 5:30 PM
Reports of a male teaching dog obedience classes and disrupting other park users.UTL . Possibly due to volleyball activity.
8136 Emma Homestead Patrol/Outreach 8/29/2019 4:30 PM
The back window in the Mather house is now closed and locked. I assume it was just left open by the contractors. No evidence of anyone entering.
1557 Marolt Open Space User conflict 8/29/2019 3:30 PM
Made contact with male subject on the Marolt trail at the music school housing area. He had run away from AVH . APD arrived and were able to help him back to AVH.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 8/29/2019 12:30 PM
Monitored a call at the Prince Creek Parking area for a 57 yo male who fell. He was diabetic and RP called in for him. Carbondale Fire responded. All OST rangers were too far to respond.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/29/2019 8:30 AM
It appears we are now locked out of Dorais Way via vehicle. The pedestrian gate was still unlocked. There are two large signs stating private property and no river access.
8137 Wheatley Beach Wildlife 8/28/2019 3:30 PM
I noticed a bat was swinging from some fishing line in a tall tree at Wheatley beach. I guessed it had eaten a fly attached to fishing line. 48 responded and we decided there was nothing we could due for the bat. It was too high up and too far out. 😔
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 8/28/2019 12:00 PM
DOL (x2) with Gina Murdock. Cooperative and polite but had a previous VW. Discussed rationale for regs, fine structure, and that this would be the last warning. Second contact. WW
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 8/28/2019 11:30 AM
Received a call Asking for info on whether ATVs are permitted on trails in the area.
8137 City of Aspen Open Space Fire 8/28/2019 11:30 AM
I was given a call about an illegal fire near the maroon creek trail. I spoke with the RP and made a plan to meet him and 1557 at the aspen rec center. The RP showed us the smoldering fire down by the river. 1557 called fire on scene. They responded and made sure the fire was all out!
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Called to scene 8/28/2019 11:30 AM
Report of a smoldering fire on Maroon creek trail. Contact made with RP and 8138 . After confirming report, Aspen Fire was called in and fire was put out.
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 8/28/2019 9:15 AM
Pink tag grey Lexus SUV, CO 445-MVT. Parked in our Reserved Parking spot.
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 8/27/2019 6:30 PM
Found old camp under east end of Marolt bridge , just trash so I removed it.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 8/27/2019 5:00 PM
Phone contact made with a caller reporting a bear with cub on Rio Grande trail . I spoke with her about proper behavior when coming in contact with a bear.
8135 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 8/27/2019 2:30 PM
Searched southwest corner of Moore OS on report from 79 of suspicious activity at 75 Maroon Ct and 22 Pyramid (20-30yo Hispanic male trespassing, using portapot, and bathing in water feature). Thoroughly patrolled area with no sign of camps. I observed, but was unable to contact a young-looking male, white shirt, dark hair, possibly Hispanic hiking off-trail in area.
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Followed-up on issue 8/27/2019 1:30 PM
Assist with traffic control on medical call in City Market parking lot.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 8/27/2019 1:00 PM
Received payment from C. Ellerbeck (#2146) and K. Wartell (#2163).
8135 Administration Lost and Found 8/27/2019 1:00 PM
Turned over abandoned camera to PCSO lost and found. Requested owner contact me if identified.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/27/2019 12:30 PM
Took call from Dan Kenny who was frustrated with general trail etiquette and was curious why the Rio has a posted speed limit. Explained policies and outreach efforts.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 8/27/2019 12:15 PM
Respond to a call of a bear near the Visitor center . UTL.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 8/27/2019 11:30 AM
Joined 1558, APD, and PACT1 in patrol of AJAX Trail area reference earlier call regarding homeless patient’s lost property. Located three active camps, including a 200-300 sq. ft. trash pile (suspected to belong to Nick Olson) adjacent to the orange Ozark Trail tent described by the patient (39.188886 -106.826035). ID’d patient as camp owner, packed up belongings for safe storage at City Parks, and cleared area.
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill Followed-up on issue 8/27/2019 11:00 AM
Picked up remnants of old camp on Deer Hill.Nothing was of any use so it was trashed.
8137 Jaffee Park Mutual Aid 8/27/2019 10:00 AM
79 reported some suspicious criminal activity near Jaffee park, asked us to keep an eye out for sleepers.
8135 East Creek Trailhead Parking 8/27/2019 8:00 AM
A car (WI: 559-WJC) with front end damage and filled with junk is parked at Redstone Park. Unclear if parked overnight as a possible owner was walking nearby. Contacted PifCo Inc. contractors with dump truck and trailer fully obstructing East Creek TH. Friendly guys who finished project for the town late last night. Moved along shortly after contact.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/27/2019 7:30 AM
Two trucks at the springs. Only one person in the water. Picked up trash including front fender of a car. Significant amount of toilet paper in grass south of parking area in CDOT ROW.
8135 Wheatley Gulch Patrol/Outreach 8/26/2019 3:00 PM
Located a cell data wildlife camera on a tree in lower Wheatley Gulch. Admin gave me permission to remove and inspect it. I seized and deactivated the camera. I will review photos tomorrow to help determine owner. Small army green camera with an antenna marked in sharpie with a “4.”
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 8/26/2019 12:00 PM
Contacted owner of white Tacoma (CO: 105-TQX) in lower Smuggler reserved ranger parking space. Surveyor for Shaw Construction at adjacent build site. Warned and moved along.
8136 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 8/25/2019 1:00 PM
Dispatch aired a call about a homeless patient at AVH that would be transferred to Denver that that afternoon. The patient was requesting CoA Open Space to retrieve his tent and sleeping bag from his camp on Shadow Mountain near Ajax Trail. I responded and attempted to locate the camp. UTL, but the patient insists it’s up there. I sent an email to 1558 and OST.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/25/2019 11:30 AM
DOL with Christina Smith below Benedict bridge. Had her black lab in the river but forgot to leash up when she got back to the trail. First contact, VW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 8/25/2019 11:00 AM
A call came in just before 1100 hours for a 61 yo female who had fallen off her Ebike at mm 33.5 on the Rio. I responded and showed up after deputies and the ambulance. I closed off the section of the Rio at the intersection below the Woody Creek trail head. Traffic was diverted to the road around the accident. The woman had a compound tib fib fracture, possible head injury, and a shoulder injury. She was not wearing a helmet. I transported two ebikes to the rental shop for the group.
8139 Moore Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/24/2019 6:00 PM
found no illegal camps
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 8/24/2019 6:00 PM
Walked up to a 50yo woman who twisted her ankle near the lower boardwalk section. The patients husband brought her crutches but she still needed assistance hiking out. Patient refused ambi but accepted my help hiking her out and transporting to their condo. Minimal inflammation and good CSM. She was mainly shaken up because she was alone at the time of the injury and did not know who to call for a walk out.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/24/2019 4:00 PM
Contacted Jim Shallcross, his wife, and their off leash dog (hound) on the hunter creek trail. They were polite and listened to what I had to say about dogs and wildlife. First contact. Compliant. VW.
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/24/2019 12:00 PM
Both gates remain unlocked on Dorais Way. Btw, it takes approx 4 minutes to walk from Lambert to the Filoha gate.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Commercial Permit Check 8/24/2019 11:30 AM
Lots of long boarders on the trail today going fast and not announcing before passing. Did some research and found that it was a commercial event racing from glenwood to aspen and back down. See email for more
8136 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 8/24/2019 11:00 AM
Redstone was very busy today. Several groups picnicking at RS Park had questions about the area, recreation, etc.
1557 Marolt Open Space Cyclist contact 8/24/2019 8:45 AM
Contact made with Keith , he crashed his bike heading down Marolt trail causing minor injuries . Survey found; ANO X 4 , several cuts and abrasions, Keith refused Ambi. I cleaned and dressed injuries . Keith related to me he would seek medical attention if needed and rode away on his bike.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/23/2019 6:00 PM
Unlocked the Hunter Creek Gate for hunters.
8135 Administration Penalty Assessment 8/23/2019 5:00 PM
Ticketed Ken Wartell from Jay's Valet. See report.
8139 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 8/23/2019 4:00 PM
Hung out at and around Jaffee for a good chunk of the afternoon chatting with dog owners about the regulations. Many were compliant with leashing across the parking lot to the gate. Educated the ones that weren’t compliant. Most were happy to see me out there
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued citation 8/23/2019 3:00 PM
Contact made , business at 525 E Cooper Suite 102 for using Mall trash cans for dumping business trash.
1557 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Dog off leash - education contact 8/23/2019 2:45 PM
Contact made with Evlynn Conner and white dog off leash. First warning and gave her a leash.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/23/2019 11:00 AM
Passerby hiker asked me to check on a woman that was sitting above the Benedict bridge who did not look well. I contacted an approx 55yo woman resting above Verena Mallory. She was taking her time and doing fine.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/23/2019 9:00 AM
Accompanied the ACES Walk on the Otherside. Good group of people and lots of interesting tidbits from Jim.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 8/22/2019 5:30 PM
Responded to a 46 yo male that had crashed on deadline. RFFR used the levitator to carry the patient out
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 8/22/2019 1:30 PM
Picked up the abandoned gear from Mills open space that 8137 tagged a couple days ago. It was all rotted so I threw it all out after photos and documentation.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/22/2019 8:30 AM
Put up a management plan sign at Penny Hot Springs. Only one car and two people. Both nude guys.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 8/21/2019 4:00 PM
Contact with Brian Alvarez and his dog “Marley” off leash on the upper rio near mm 41. Friendly, but not convinced he will be compliant in the future. Second contact. Written warning. Next contact issue citation.
8135 Moore Open Space Parking 8/21/2019 3:00 PM
Pink tagged trailer (CO: 240-PKF) parked in lower Chapel Lot.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 8/21/2019 12:30 PM
Contacted a very vulgar Colorado Site Services driver dropping off dumpsters in the CDOT ROW/North Gate Lot at North Star Nature Preserve. Driver was frustrated that ROW couldn’t be used for construction parking. I lectured and shooed away. Dumpsters were gone by 1330.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 8/21/2019 12:30 PM
Betty Hoops van has been parked at North Star beach daily, but I saw no evidence of any organized class. Just “Betty” and a friend enjoying beach time.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 8/20/2019 4:00 PM
Dispatch transferred a panicked caller on HCT who saw a bear. Caller’s family was taking refuge in the woods after seeing bear on HCT. Caller was panicked to point of being difficult to understand. Hiked in, contacted family, educated on appropriate reaction to bears, and hiked out to trailhead.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 8/20/2019 12:45 PM
Contact with Jeff Erickson with dog “Avery” off leash. Previously warned by 8135 in February of 2019 on hunter creek. Works for PitCo Comdev, very nice and cooperative, but seems to like to bend the rules. Written warning. Next contact issue a citation.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 8/20/2019 12:30 PM
I moved the bear sign back to the upper Rio from EOA trail. There have been multiple bear calls in the busy Rio lately.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Wildlife 8/20/2019 10:30 AM
Harvested camera at far end of Filoha and reset camera on tree uphill of telephone pole used as previous camera location. Holy Cross Energy is replacing rotten poles and didn’t want to have the camera in the way. Please return camera to original location in week or so.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 8/20/2019 10:30 AM
Toured Wilden property (formerly “Lambert” property) at 15188 HWY133. Spoke with residents of garage apartment, Brian, and bus “tiny-house,” Angie and Jim. Bus should be removed ASAP. A lease has been drafted for all current official tenants.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Dog Offense 8/20/2019 9:45 AM
I took a slow walk up Smuggler this morning, aiding me in noticing a lot of dog poop all over the place. I also pink tagged three discarded bags. I put out a scoop the poop sign and I think we should show more of a presence in the mornings.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/20/2019 7:00 AM
On early morning patrol of Penny Hot Springs observed two vehicles in lot, one group swimming in pools, and one man (Louie Koleszar) inside his live-in minivan. Located an abandoned potted marijuana plant sitting in south corner of the lot. 2-3’ tall immature plant with a white tag #323 on stem. 79 directed me to treat plant as lost property. I contacted visitors regarding the plant and reminded Koleszar that camping is prohibited at the springs. Koleszar denied parking overnight and took possession of the abandoned plant, although I doubt it belonged to him. Koleszar and I then did a thorough cleaning of the area removing cigarette butts, glass bottles, cans, food scraps, dog waste, and articles of clothing. Please be aware that Koleszar has a criminal history including sexual harassment, bomb threats, and other offenses.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/20/2019 7:00 AM
I saw no evidence at the springs of any camp associated with a transient sex offender, Paul Woods, brought to my attention by 2220. It is possible the man is camped on nearby USFS property, as I’ve seen him hitchhiking to the springs from Carbondale on a nightly basis. At 1045hrs, I saw Woods walk up HWY133 from the area of Avocado Wall climbing access and climb down to the pools. The amount of stuff Woods was carrying, including a white plastic bucket for water, suggested he hadn’t walked far. Currently, Woods is not violating Title 12 and appears to be using property legally.
8136 Owl Creek Trail Special Event 8/19/2019 9:30 PM
All flagging was removed from Big Mnt Enduro
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Parking issues 8/19/2019 3:30 PM
Moved along multiple cars from 10- minute parking + one from lane of traffic.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Found vandalism 8/19/2019 3:30 PM
Shutdown one amplified music box at take out
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Litter moderate 8/19/2019 3:30 PM
Cleaned leftover trash
8136 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 8/19/2019 12:30 PM
Tagged belongings left approx 100ft below gate. Blanket and jackets in grocery bag on the road down to the river.
8136 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 8/19/2019 12:00 PM
Gather and stored bedroll and tarp in lockup. 8135 tagged it a few days ago.
8136 Mills OSP Patrol/Outreach 8/19/2019 12:00 PM
He led on the old bike 8138 tagged in the back of the intercept lot. Must have been removed. UTL
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/19/2019 11:30 AM
Dispatch aired complaint to me about ugly conditions at Penny Hot Springs (cars loaded with “junk,” crowds, “broken bottles). I promised to do an extra patrol in AM. 2220 chimes in to tell dispatch these conditions are common on “public lands around here.”
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Followed-up on issue 8/19/2019 9:00 AM
additional removal of BC Marathon tape, oops missed some.
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Cyclist contact 8/19/2019 9:00 AM
Contacted two E-Bikes near the Upper Plunge. I explained the USFS policies toward E-Bikes and motorized vehicles. They rented them for a day and rode sunnyside reverse (rugged). Verbal warning
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Illegal Camping 8/19/2019 8:00 AM
Took cold camp call from dispatch on RGT near 2227 Emma Rd in Eagle County. Consulted with RFTA and determined “campers” are contracted goat weed-removal crew. Crew will be working and camping within RFTA ROW from Emma down to Carbondale. Crew does not have permission to camp on Glassier Open Space at this time. Followed up with RP.
8139 Crystal River Valley Mutual Aid 8/18/2019 2:00 PM
Assisted in the locating of an older hiker that was lost on avalanche creek. See email for details
8136 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/18/2019 11:00 AM
Assisted folks from Hawaii who asked if I could guide them to SMR from Cutoff. I downloaded PitOutside on their phone and sent them otw. Surprisingly mellow day on the loop. Still plenty of questions about wildlife etc.
8136 Owl Creek Trail Special Event 8/18/2019 9:00 AM
Monitored BigMountain Enduro. Approx 400 riders used OCT between 0900-1400. No injuries. Minimal impact. Very spread out groups. There was some flagging along the path that was not outlined in the permit. I’ll check tomorrow to see if it has been removed.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/17/2019 4:30 PM
50 people, 18 cars. Some trash, no camping. The guy with the tricycle was at the springs, I did not see his tricycle.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/17/2019 4:15 PM
Issued Stuart Wilson a ticket for dog on the beach. See report.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/17/2019 12:30 PM
Contact with Cam Cronenberg with two dogs off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Explained other dogs were off leash, so followed by example. Super nice, but not sure about future compliance. First contact. Verbal warning.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 8/17/2019 12:00 PM
DOL with Donnie Mack soft surface above Woody Creek. He showed me his swollen hands and said he was unable to handle his yellow lab if it pulled. I recommended Jaffee and he was pleased to know it’s a V&S area. First contact. VW
8139 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 8/17/2019 10:00 AM
Monitored the Power of Four bike race on SMP. Well run event with great staffing. Other trailusers seemed happy with the event being on the trail with little impact to the public.
8137 Administration Patrol/Outreach 8/17/2019 9:00 AM
I took new e bike brochures and information about the road work on castl creek rd to the bike shops in town.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/16/2019 5:00 PM
7 vehicles. 16 people in springs. None of the cars looked prepared to camp.
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/16/2019 4:00 PM
Vehicle gate open and pedestrian closed/unlocked on Dorais Way
8136 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 8/16/2019 4:00 PM
Cut 2 down cottonwoods blocking Dorais Way on 2 track 0.1 miles before Lambert.
8136 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 8/16/2019 4:00 PM
Checked out newly acquired Lambert property. Best access is from HW133. Google Maps tried to tell me to use DoraisWay. See email with photos and description.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 8/16/2019 1:30 PM
Took a call for a man named Jonathan who crashed his bike on smuggler and lost his wedding band. I went to help him look for it and another hiker found it.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/16/2019 9:30 AM
DOL with Joe Crafton on Verena Mallory. Seemed to be familiar with regs and leashed upon request. Gave info about wildlife and V&S areas. First Contact. VW
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 8/16/2019 9:30 AM
There was a massive Leprechaun camper in the Arbaney Kittle Trailhead. I did not make contact and could not tell if they were camping or just parked to hike. Texas plates KJX-9145.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/16/2019 9:00 AM
DOL with Mary Frankel. I first saw her with 2 dogs on leash. Later she had 1 DOL. She said she was confused and got the HC valley/Smuggler V&S areas confused with lower HC. I cleared it up. First contact. VW
8135 Penny Hot Springs Illegal Camping 8/16/2019 8:45 AM
Noticed a man sleeping in his vehicle at the Penny Hot Springs. The on duty deputies were up valley and the car looked sketchy so I didnt want to approach. California plates (CA/8JAC381) I could not tell what kind of car this is because everything had been torn off. I'll send a photo.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Illegal Camping 8/16/2019 8:15 AM
I found myself in a unexpected contact first thing this morning at Perham. A man was sleeping outside of his car and when I came around the corner and first saw him he was sitting up on a cot next to his car. I let dispatch know and made the contact. The man was driving a silver small Honda (VA/UMV-8609). We had a long talk about where it was appropriate to camp and his hardships finding housing while working in the valley. Really nice guy but at times tense. If we see him again it would be best to have a deputy with you before the contact is made. The man went by the name "Chad", although I'm not sure that's his real name.
8137 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 8/15/2019 4:45 PM
Car parked in the fire lane on wildwood. 10 responded and issued ticket.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/15/2019 12:00 PM
Contacted a 61 YO woman who had fallen off her Ebike near Shady LN. She was laying down when I saw her and a group of people had stopped to help. After an assessment it was decided there was no need for an ambulance. I looked her over and waited for her husband to get there. She had a bloody shin and said her hips were sore but that was common.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/15/2019 11:15 AM
Contact with Randy Cadeallader for dog off leash on the HCT. First contact. Verbal warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 8/14/2019 5:30 PM
I spoke with Jay’s Valet, who were parking cars at South Gate for a party up the road. See email.
8137 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 8/14/2019 5:15 PM
There were two cars parked in the fire lane along wildwood ln. 12 responded, moved one car and left a warning. And warned the other car. I would have like the cars to be ticketed instead. The preserve was very busy around 530. Maybe we need to do some extra patrols.
8135 Administration Mutual Aid 8/14/2019 12:00 PM
Handed off two found wallets the OST crew picked up amongst beer cans near Basalt-Mass Trail to 20.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/14/2019 11:15 AM
Contact with Lisa Harris. Dog “Mena” off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. First contact, verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/14/2019 11:15 AM
Contac with Alix Kasling for dog off leash on the HCT. First contact. Verbal warning
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 8/14/2019 9:30 AM
Confirmed D. Edelman (PA #2093) attended court, pleaded guilty, and paid fine.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 8/14/2019 7:30 AM
Black Nissan truck (CO: 479-QSU) with white camper parked in North Gate Lot with shades up and windows open. I attempted to contact occupant, but no one was home. A dark color minivan (KS: 917-LLC) was also camped in ROW between Stillwater and North Lot. Please check for vehicles tomorrow morn.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 8/14/2019 7:30 AM
Removed abandoned items from Wildwood and Stillwater (two pairs kid shoes and inflatable seats for a ducky) and stored in lockup.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 8/14/2019 6:45 AM
76 and I checked Mills OS camp. No contact. Left tag requesting site be cleaned and vacated within 72 hours of our first visit. Please contact occupant with a deputy if you get a chance to make sure responsible party cleans up their mess.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Cyclist contact 8/13/2019 5:15 PM
Contact made with 3 e-bikers riding to fast for conditions. ( s-turns ) They did admit they were at fault when 1 rider in their group went off the trail due to speed . NO injury.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Illegal Camping 8/13/2019 4:00 PM
Checked lower ag. field on Lazy Glen OS. Campers have vacated area.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 8/13/2019 3:30 PM
8136 and I tagged a camp (human waste and a bedroll in a brown tarp at 39°14′34″ N 106°53′4″ W) on Mills Open Space. 71 and I checked two nearby camper vehicles, but they were unoccupied. 71 and I will return to site at 0700 tomorrow to contact camper.
1557 Rio Grande Park Dog off leash - education contact 8/13/2019 12:00 PM
Contacts made with several DOL owners, reminding of leash law on trail.In the parks off leash is OK.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Campsite found/evicted 8/13/2019 11:00 AM
In park across from Visitors center, Removed the start to a log Tepee under construction. Picked up trash. No contacts made.
1559 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Issued citation 8/13/2019 9:15 AM
Came upon a landscaping crew using Ajax Trail and Ute Mesa Trail for access for skid-steer. The machine had moderately damaged a portion of trail. Cited developer for Vehicles Prohibited, and Injury to Property. Work will cease until appropriate permits are obtained.
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Called to scene 8/13/2019 8:30 AM
Called by Trail Crew Leader, about a suspicious man milling about the Ute Trail Parking lot. UTL
8135 James H. Smith Open Space North Star Nature Preserve 8/12/2019 4:30 PM
Contacted 20-30 people in a half hour at James H. Smith Open Space. Keep tabs on it.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Penalty Assessment 8/12/2019 4:30 PM
Cited Cameron Ellerbeck for dog in closed area (river left on upstream side of James H. Smith Open Space). Ellerbeck was on shore with his dog and a half dozen other people. Ellerbeck was using a SUP board and allegedly lost dog leash in “rapids.” Warned for amplified music and entering a closed area. Very polite and cooperative. Ellerbeck stated he had floated North Star “hundreds of times” and never had his dog leave the watercraft.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Illegal Camping 8/12/2019 11:00 AM
Verbal Warning: Kyle Soren Jensen for camping and motorized vehicle on trail in lower agricultural field of Lazy Glen Open Space. Jensen works for and sometimes stays with Cooper, Lazy Glen ag. lessee. Jensen invited his parents (out of Oregon) to camp with him (silver Sprinter van and white mini-van). Warned parents about dog leash and camping codes. I informed Jensen he cannot camp on property and I referred ‘fam to local dispersed camping areas and campgrounds. If you see Jensen camped in his white mini-van on the property, feel free to ticket.
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Everything great 8/12/2019 10:30 AM
Removed all flagging from 4 Corners to Stein Park
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 8/12/2019 10:00 AM
Placed a cone at the 3rd bridge erosion spot. There is currently a piece of wood over the hole and the cone to bring attention to it.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Trash 8/12/2019 9:15 AM
A cheap tube was left overnight at the put-in. I removed it and will discard if no one inquired by the end of my shift.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 8/12/2019 9:00 AM
I cleaned up 7 empty beer cans at Stillwater bridge. There is also a pair of kids shoes and two parts to a boat the looked to be hung to dry. There was a vehicle that appeared to have straps for vessels so I left those two belongings for now. I’ll check again later and remove if still there.
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 8/11/2019 6:00 PM
Pink tagged black suburban CO YOQ-535 for parking in our Reserved Parking space. The entire parking lot was empty too!
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/11/2019 2:00 PM
The gate at Dorais Way was open open for vehicles and unlocked for peds.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/11/2019 2:00 PM
Removed the 30holer and survey sign from PHS. The survey ended on Aug 9
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/11/2019 1:30 PM
31 people. 13 cars. The river is down enough for there to be multiple pools.
8135 Administration Wildlife 8/11/2019 10:00 AM
Took name and number from dispatch for secondhand cold bear encounter on Ute Trail. Called RP and discussed proper behavior around moose and bears.
8135 Administration Mutual Aid 8/11/2019 9:00 AM
Assisted two backpackers that showed up at USFS Ranger Station after six days in backcountry. The duo got lost and came out at different trailhead. I contacted PCSO for a citizen assist and 63 gave them a ride to their vehicle.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 8/11/2019 8:00 AM
Cartegraph has been down since Friday
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/10/2019 5:45 PM
Educational contact with “Kathy” under the cemetery lane bridge on RGT . I noticed her holding a leash but no dog in sight. Turned it to be in the river not wondering the trail. Suggested going to Stein Park rather than a busy blind(ish) curve to play in the river.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Accident/Rescue 8/10/2019 4:00 PM
Informed by passerby of a woman who was having a tough time and asked for food/water on SMR. I caught up to a 61yo female hiking the HC smug loop and was exhausted. Refused Ambi. I hiked with her down to the parking area where her friend picked her up.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 8/10/2019 3:30 PM
I spotted the dude with a beard, wearing camo, with the tricycle walking along on the East of Aspen Trail. I later noticed him near James H Smith, he was off trail walking down by the river. I asked for deputy backup to contact him. By the time 20 showed up the dude was back biking the east of aspen trail. 20 said she has not had bad experiences contacting this individual.
8139 Public Works Office Parking 8/10/2019 3:00 PM
Having trouble fueling 106 has 1/4 of a tank. Tried a few different times/ways and couldn’t get it. Not sure what’s up
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 8/10/2019 2:30 PM
Naturalist reported maybe witnessing a young kid poop on the side of Wildwood LN. I spotted the poop immediately and was totally disgusted. I moved it out of the right of way so people would not step in it. I told the naturalist it would have been great if they had educated and asked the party to clean up.....
1559 Rio Grande Park Everything great 8/10/2019 1:30 PM
Big day at Rio Park; Ducky Derby and Marathon
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Called to scene 8/10/2019 10:00 AM
Report of bear in alley behind Best Day Ever. Bear was wedged in crack between two buildings, good spot for him for the day. Will check back
1559 Rio Grande Park Everything great 8/10/2019 8:00 AM
BCM duty course marshalling.
1559 Rio Grande Park Cyclist contact 8/10/2019 8:00 AM
Pay attention cyclists
8137 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 8/10/2019 6:15 AM
Monitored the Aspen Backcountry Marathon with 8139. No issues with permit, will conclude tomorrow after checking clean up. No major medicals!
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Everything great 8/09/2019 4:30 PM
Marked Rio Grande Park to Smuggler, Full Route.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Special Event 8/09/2019 4:30 PM
Dummie-Locked maintenance rd gate behind the sign on SMR per request from Gabe (aspen Ambi). Let’s lock tomorrow after the marathon.
8139 East of Aspen Trail Accident/Rescue 8/09/2019 10:30 AM
21 yo male lost control of his bike above Wildwood (mm 45 on hwy 82). Medic 96 transported the patient to AVH before I got on scene. I assisted the SO with transporting the bikes back to their local lodging
1557 Smuggler Mountain Installed signage 8/09/2019 10:00 AM
Marked course for Mountain marathon .
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Everything great 8/09/2019 8:00 AM
Sent out 5 teams to mark the Backcountry Marathon course. Pink=Full, Blue=Half
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/08/2019 10:30 AM
Accompanied the ACES bird watching to the other side of North Star. We were joined by Sandy Smith ( James H. Smith’s daughter). She shared some stories of growing up on the property. Lots of bird activity!
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 8/07/2019 4:00 PM
Camera was running low on battery and had collected nearly 2k photos. No vandalism to our icons. I removed the camera.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 8/07/2019 2:45 PM
Male cyclist struck by vehicle with lower leg injury at Emma Curve. Monitored call from Glassier Bike Trail but no mention of RGT. When I got back to the TH, 65 asked if I could help transport the patient's bike to AVH. 65 and I never saw the patient. There was a line of cars turning left onto HW82 and the cyclist went between them when an SUV was driving through to turn right.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 8/07/2019 2:00 PM
Gathered Backcountry Marathon flagging team and assembled plan for course marking. Will be out marking on Friday.
1559 City Golf Course Called to scene 8/07/2019 1:00 PM
Assisted APD in search for suicidal male, possibly making his way from the ARC to Burlingame on foot. UTL. Eventually showed up at Burlingame
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Ticket Follow-up 8/07/2019 12:30 PM
I served Pilcher and the St Regis their citation for commercial permit violation today. We should see payment online by the end of the day. They do not intend to pursue a commercial permit.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 8/07/2019 12:30 PM
Contact with a family of 6 . child ( Rubin ) fell off his bike and had road rash on both hands and R elbow. I cleaned and dressed injuries . The family continued down valley to Woody Creek Tavern for lunch.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog waste/bag on ground 8/07/2019 11:15 AM
Placed a red tag on bag of poop , asking owner to carry bag with them.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 8/07/2019 8:30 AM
Contacted David with Dancing Bear about commercial use of North Star. David is now aware of commercial requirements for North Star and has been warned they will be receiving a citation if they operate there without a permit. They are also aware they may not be able to get a permit if they are using the preserve without a permit. Ticket if you see them out there.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Everything great 8/07/2019 8:00 AM
Met Jergeon Tefleauuu, Norwegian Nordic Ski Team athlete. I was perplexed as to why we have so much concrete and not asphalt; for rolling skiing.
1557 Rio Grande Park Dog off leash - education contact 8/06/2019 7:00 PM
Contact with Robert and Johan , both dogs off leash in park, dogs started to fight then owners started to argue about whose fault it is . I explained both owners need to be responsible for the action of their dogs.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 8/06/2019 4:15 PM
A bear was reported on Smuggler road today. I put a bear sign on the kiosk where there was a moose sign.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 8/06/2019 3:30 PM
Educational contact with man and woman on large SUP with two dogs onboard. I suspect I just missed them on shore with dogs, but couldn’t confirm during contact. I warned them about regs and potential for ticket.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/06/2019 1:30 PM
Contacted a 77 year old female on the Rio near the Stein trail who was sitting in the shade with her husband. I had been informed by other bikers there was an elderly lady struggling on the trail. I did an assessment and after talking with her we decided it was not a medical. 8135 picked her up on a citizen assist and took her to her condo and dropped off her bike at the bike shop.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 8/06/2019 12:45 PM
I responded to a parking complaint at wildwood today, cars parked in the fire lane. When I arrived all cars were out of the fire lane. The naturalists are doing a great job!
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 8/06/2019 12:30 PM
Contact with Clara Curry with dalmation “Yuna” off leash on the upper Rio Grande. First contact. Verbal warning.
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Followed-up on issue 8/06/2019 11:45 AM
Red tagged a Trek mtn. bicycle locked to the split rail fence behind Iselin field.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Illegal Camping 8/06/2019 11:00 AM
Located camp on Aspen River Valley Ranch Tract 1 fishing easement (private land) at 39°18'51.3"N 106°56'15.6"W and guided 63 and 71 to site. As easement is restricted to the watercourse, the camp is in the PCSO’s domain. Forwarded property owner info to 71.
8137 Administration Maintenance 8/06/2019 10:45 AM
I bought two 12 foot NRS straps. I will leave them with the SUP backpack.
1557 Burlingame/Deer Hill User conflict 8/06/2019 10:45 AM
Contact made with 3 children on the upper Burlingorge trail . They were rolling rocks off the trail . Unaware the trail was below them as well and they could injure someone.
1557 ABC/BurlingameTrail User conflict 8/06/2019 10:45 AM
Contact with 3 children 10 / 12 yo. on Burlingorge trail who were rolling rocks from trail . they were unaware the trail turned and was below them. Informed them as to the danger of their actions .They were going to leave .
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Lost and Found 8/06/2019 8:45 AM
Responded to a call about a empty wheelchair perched at the edge of the Smuggler mt rd. 71 also responded. We searched the area and decided to take the wheelchair to Pitkin County sheriff office in case we get a call about it.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 8/05/2019 1:00 PM
Spoke with Dexter Edelman in person at USFS Ranger Station about his ticket. Ticket was submitted to court. I directed Edelman to visit the court to resolve ticket and reminded him he must attend his hearing if unable to submit late payment to court.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 8/05/2019 11:00 AM
Took call from woman concerned about bears on HCT. Her daughter had run away from mamma bear and fell “flat on her face.” Woman’s grandkids were now terrified to go outside. I filled her in on ranger actions taken yesterday, reviewed what to do when you encounter a bear, and referred her to additional sources of info on bear awareness.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 8/05/2019 11:00 AM
A report was sent to Buell of a tree down near or on Behind The Sign. I was in the area and hiked through all of the singletrack trails in the area. Someone must have removed it. UTL
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 8/05/2019 9:00 AM
Intervened a yelling match near the mailboxes at the base of SMR. A group of people were in the roadway blocking traffic and hugging each other. A man in a sedan was trying to pass and said something out the window for them the get out of the road. The man on foot ran toward the car screaming and stating that he was going to fight (in other words) the driver. I just happened to be walking across the road so I was able to get between the two. I separated both parties and sent the driver out of the area after hearing his complaint. The folks in the street had recently found out their father died and stopped in the road to hug. I cleared the road and listed to the family for a while. Eventually they all calmed down, were cooperative, and left the area.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 8/05/2019 7:30 AM
Contacted Vincent Thomas sleeping in Marolt Open Space. 2nd in person contact this year. I have also tagged his belongings at least 2 other times. Issued Mr. Thomas $200 citation for "Sleeping Certain Places". Will most likely be seeing Mr. Thomas in court.
1559 Marolt Open Space Issued citation 8/05/2019 7:30 AM
Issued Citation to Vince Thomas for sleeping in Marolt Open Space. 4th time contacting in same location
1559 Marolt Open Space Issued citation 8/05/2019 7:15 AM
Cited Charles Schweers for camping in Marolt OS. 4th time contacting in same location
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 8/05/2019 7:15 AM
Contacted Charles Schweers for the 4th time this year on Marolt Open Space. Issued $200 citation for "Sleeping in Certain Places"
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Campsite found/evicted 8/05/2019 6:30 AM
Revisited camp that had been tagged 3-4 times in the past two months. Each revisit, the belongings are moved 50 yds elsewhere. 0630 visit today and the camper was already gone. Removed belongings from OS and brought to Parks. 119 left card on tarp.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Illegal Camping 8/04/2019 9:30 PM
74 contacted and warned occupants of two SUVs parked overnight at Stein Park. 74 allowed them to stay until morning.
8135 Administration Accident/Rescue 8/04/2019 7:00 PM
Responded to Basalt to assist PCIMT on Lake Christine Burn Scar Flood incident.
8137 Stein Park (AVLT) Illegal Camping 8/04/2019 7:00 PM
I noticed a two ford explorers one green and one red parked at the Stein park parking lot. I think they will be staying the night. I remember the green one from last year. I asked dispatch to have a deputy do an extra patrol tonight.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Park use light 8/04/2019 4:00 PM
Conversation w/ AWR about staying within their time slots and leaving the loading zone as quickly as possible.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Wildlife 8/04/2019 4:00 PM
Walked right up on a smaller bull moose in thick willows while checking JHS heron closure. There’s also a ground nesting bird nest in the middle of the closure two-track road. Be careful.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 8/04/2019 3:30 PM
Contacted man in white camper-bus (CA: 4WFX892) at North Gate regarding overnight camping regs. Referred to Pitkin Outside and gave directions to the Maroon Bells. Contacted again at 1630 regarding poor parking job and reiterated no camping is allowed. Semi-truck out of Indiana is also parked in lot (likely in ROW); per 1557 truck will be making a local delivery sometime soon. Driver appears to be resting in sleeping compartment.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Illegal Camping 8/04/2019 3:00 PM
Forwarded report of illegal camp on Aspen Valley Ranch Tract 1 fishing easement (private land) to 21.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 8/04/2019 3:00 PM
Lots of bear reports on HC (near the apartments)and Smuggler (bear observation deck). A mom with 2 cubs was cruising the lower HC and down to the rio
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 8/04/2019 2:30 PM
The natties reported seeing the a Dancing Bear vehicle drop off paddle board clients at wildwood today. They said they have pictures. I texted to remind them to send us the photos. We should follow up tomorrow.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/04/2019 1:30 PM
Responded to medical call for 22yo female with heat exhaustion at Mile 40.5 RGT. Call was initially paged out as cross streets of Pitkin Way, which does not connect to RGT. Aspen Ambi initially responded to Pitkin Way located at end of Willoughby Way. I will note confusing directions in Common Names sheet. Transported bikes two Aspen Sports. Command 91 transported patient, who refused treatment, to USPS end of RGT.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/04/2019 1:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Megan Alan for DOL (golden retriever) on HCT at first bridge crossing. Out of towner. Friendly. Lectured on presence of bear and importance of leash law.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Verbal Warning 8/04/2019 12:45 PM
contact with Tom Niemer at Grace Shehi bike park dogs off leash. Tom was not carrying leashes with him, and most likely walked across the rio grande trail with dogs off leash. See previous contacts. "Sammy" shaggy grey and "Jetta" medium black. Verbal warning
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 8/04/2019 12:30 PM
Contacted Steve Rhodes and his tan doodle on hunter creek DOL. Second contact in the same area for the same violation. Chatted about bears in the area again. He said there was a rocky section that was difficult to navigate with the dog on the leash, I did say that it would be ok to let go of the leash but to unclip the dog fully was not ok. Informed him that the next time it would be a citation with a 100$ fine.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Litter moderate 8/04/2019 12:30 PM
Picked up a moderate amount of garbage throughout the fields.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/04/2019 11:30 AM
Assisted four tourists from Dallas who were in danger of getting cliffed out or knocking rocks onto RGT from southside of Gold Butte Open Space. Got them back on route and walked back down to Trail where they had stashed their rental bikes. Educated on risks of scrambling, rockfall, and route finding.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Parking issues 8/04/2019 9:15 AM
Contacted over-sized vehicle in NorthStar parking lot. He indicated he was just making a delivery and had not intention of driving over the pass.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 8/03/2019 4:00 PM
As 8136 said, today was NUTS at NS. Parking at Stillwater was pretty out of control, so I called the SO for some help with cars parked over the white line. 68 &10 came out and ticketed a few cars. Stephanie B (resident across the street) called dispatch to complain later.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Everything great 8/03/2019 2:30 PM
Complemented several dog owners on leash usage and poop pick up!
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/03/2019 2:15 PM
I was at South Gate today when I noticed a St. Regis vehicle roll in. The driver walked down to the river to pick up two paddle boards (with St. Regis logos on the bags) that were left there. I asked him if he was shuttling people and boards. He said yes. The boards belong to the St. Regis and are complimentary for guests to use, along with the shuttle service. The St. Regis hotel does not have a commercial permit to operate at North Star Preserve. Citation.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 8/03/2019 1:45 PM
I was loading up my board at South Gate today when I noticed a St. Regis vehicle roll in. The driver walked down to the river to pick up two paddle boards that were left there. I asked him if he was shuttling people and boards. He said yes. The boards belong to the St. Regis and are complimentary for guests to use, along with the shuttle service.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 8/03/2019 12:30 PM
Monitored a call for Nick Olsen trespassing at the homeless shelter. It appears he is out. Be safe with camp contacts and bring in deputies.
8139 Hooks Spur Lot Parking 8/03/2019 12:00 PM
Pink tagged a trailer (looks like a landscaping company sit down mower) CO 518-OLI Gave them 24 hours to remove.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/03/2019 10:45 AM
Contact with Lauren Ratner with dog off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. First contact. Verbal Warning.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Accident/Rescue 8/03/2019 9:30 AM
Responded to a medical call on the Ute trail for a man with a head injury. See report.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 8/03/2019 9:00 AM
Several bikers blocking trail at Stein falls . They moved when asked.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 8/02/2019 5:00 PM
Contacted Alain Azazi and his jack Russell Chutney on the upper rio, DOL. Azazi said that he “let him off the leash because he went around a tree”. Educated Azazi about the wildlife in the area and the heavy traffic on the trail. Polite and compliant, First contact. VW
8139 Stein Trail Trails 8/02/2019 4:45 PM
Patrolled stein trail for the group of DOL dog walkers. No sign of them between 1600-1800
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Followed-up on issue 8/02/2019 4:30 PM
Sleeper moved his belongings to a new location within the Cemetery. I left a red tag warning sleeper to remove belongings or they will be taken to the Police station for pick up.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Followed-up on issue 8/02/2019 4:30 PM
Red tag on sleepers bedding . Next time we will pick up.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 8/02/2019 4:00 PM
Contact with Brian Pates doneycleshmer . of Ogier at 205 S mill ST. reguarding trash left in city cans on the mall.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Everything great 8/02/2019 2:00 PM
All dogs on leashes, all bikes being walked.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Followed-up on issue 8/02/2019 1:00 PM
Returned to Ute Cemetery today and found the sleeper had once again moved his belongings. I red tagged his sleeping gear and warned next time it would be removed .
8137 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 8/01/2019 4:30 PM
I spoke with Stephanie B, who lives across from Stillwater bridge. She needed to vent. Told me they were going to hire a lawyer, I asked for what, and she does not know yet. She showed me pictures of cars parking on our trail and large commercial trips.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 8/01/2019 10:30 AM
I located the bike from the accident on Deadline on Tuesday evening. I returned it to a very appreciative bike owner.
1557 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Campsite found/evicted 8/01/2019 7:00 AM
Met with 119 &113 looking for a sleeper in Ute Cemetery that has been tagged several times .Sleeper was not present . 113 picked up a backpack and left a card , hoping the owner will come to police station to get it .
8135 Moore Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/31/2019 5:00 PM
Surveyed property line of private parcel bordering Moore OS for LU. Definite encroachment. Spoke with Tim Johnson, resident, and explained mowed yard, Play structure, and trail may be on OST land.
8135 Administration Mutual Aid 7/31/2019 5:00 PM
Responded to the swift water rescue call at the punch bowl. The individual was not found. Be aware tomorrow morning while patrolling the river areas.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 7/31/2019 11:30 AM
Micheal with the Forest Service contacted me. He will be using the Filoha access from Dorias way within the next few days to get to a project on Elephant Mountain.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Accident/Rescue 7/31/2019 10:30 AM
17yo female fell off bike at east end of east of aspen trail before boardwalk section. Possible broken arm. 8138 responded, arrived after ambi transport, spoke to 20 and 74.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/31/2019 10:30 AM
Contact with Braulio Jerez, APD#115. With dog “Norman” off leash on the Hunter creek trail. Saw sign, family took a picture but did not read. First warning for DOL. verbal warning. Cited by Feder for entering a closure at Sky man park, acted like it wasn’t a big deal and said Feder was an “asshole”.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/31/2019 10:00 AM
Contacted workers at Filoha gate. They were drilling wells for ground water monitoring at request of OST. Observed DOL on Dorais Way and DOL + COL (cat off leash) on Lambert parcel adjacent to two-track road (under contract to become OST property).
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 7/31/2019 10:00 AM
202 contacted me and let me know there might be a bike abandoned on deadline after an accident involving a man who broke his arm the previous evening. I rode deadline today but could not locate the bike. It must have been picked up.
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Campsite found/evicted 7/31/2019 8:00 AM
Checked on camp tagged on 7/29 in the cemetery. Belongings packed and moved 80 yds. Will check back earlier to have face to face conversation, tags have not worked.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/30/2019 1:30 PM
03 called to tell us about an angry phone call he received from Stephanie Don of 43001 HW82 (across from stillwater bridge). Don was voicing her concerns and requested what steps are being taken to alleviate the traffic/pedestrian issues. 8135 is going to get Lindsey and 03 in contact to discuss it. For now, 03 is asking deputies to do more frequent extra patrols and will reach out to CDOT to see if they can be of any help.
1557 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/30/2019 11:30 AM
Contact with Sara Dees and small black / white DOL She was unaware of leash laws and accepted a leash .
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/29/2019 5:30 PM
64 agreed to check Penny Hot Springs for transient camper at my request. I gave 64 description and explained I did not inform individual of camping regs yesterday evening, due to safety concerns.
1559 Burlingame/Deer Hill Everything great 7/29/2019 2:00 PM
Spent time near the Annie Mitchell property/ trail, per request from Austin and Ben C. No users.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 7/29/2019 1:00 PM
I spoke with Peter Benedict and gave him his PA # to pay his fine online. He had lost his copy of the ticket.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 7/29/2019 1:00 PM
Monitored calls. 2220 ran Aspen Adventure Co. plates at Wildwood Lane. Not sure of dispo. 2220 also ran three parties for an “open container.” Unrelated hit and run was called in at Stein Park. Run vehicle returned to Stein Park and met with 12.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Campsite found/evicted 7/29/2019 11:45 AM
Tagged active camp found deep in the Ute Cemetery. Very well hidden. Camper used grey padding that looked exactly like granite rocks. will return in 48 hrs.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/29/2019 11:00 AM
Interviewed by J. Auslander (Aspen Times) regarding conditions at MM 43.0 Stillwater Ped Bridge.
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Everything great 7/29/2019 10:30 AM
Very busy day on Ute trail; no casualties
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/29/2019 10:00 AM
George Klein 925-4165 left a complaint with Kim regarding the stillwater take-out. I called him a few times and it just rings with no VM.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/29/2019 9:30 AM
Staked out AK TH. Chad (OST) says RFC staff typically start work at 0900-0930. No sign of staff parking before or within that timeframe. Chad thinks we may have scared them off.
1559 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Parking issues 7/29/2019 9:00 AM
Spoke with a construction worker who was parked in Ajax Park lot, he insisted he was just staying for a short period. I returned 2 hours later, truck still there, tagged vehicle; he then returned and moved vehicle
8135 Emma Homestead Wildlife 7/29/2019 8:00 AM
After consulting with CPW, 48, OST, and RFFR, decision was made to wait and watch osprey nest. One osprey spent a day or so tangled in fishing line and tackle, but seems to have freed itself. RFFR was very willing to help CPW rescue bird with a ladder truck. We may attempt to intervene if birds become tangled again or an opportunity arises to remove line from nest after chicks fledge.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/28/2019 6:15 PM
Ped and auto gates at Dorais Way are still open. Auto gate looks fully installed and ready to operate. I didn’t see anyone in meadows from HWY133.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/28/2019 5:45 PM
12 vehicles and at least two dozen people at Penny Hot Springs with several off leash dogs. Decided not to make contact with a transient male (60s, white male, camouflage clothing, three wheeled bike with backpack and “need food” sign, bad vibe), but will check back tomorrow. No evidence of recent camping in flat area upstream of pools.
8135 Jaffee Park Verbal Warning 7/28/2019 4:30 PM
Contacted John Bender in Jaffee Park regarding leash requirement in parking area. I explained updated voice and sight control policy. Bender stated I was making him “uncomfortable,” repeatedly showed me his dog’s retractable leash, and acted somewhat erratically. Based on my past encounters with Bender, I know this to be expected behavior and know him to be argumentative. After contact, I realized Bender’s multiple past contacts near Lazy Glen Open Space do not show up in Ranger Mobile. I will fix this error today.
8135 Jaffee Park Trash 7/28/2019 4:30 PM
Removed multiple reward for lost dog posters (out of Minturn, CO) at North Star and Aspen-Mass Trail. Please remove as you find them.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 7/28/2019 3:00 PM
Intervened in standoff between small sow with two cubs and a crowd of 20-30 cyclists on RGT at Sunnyside Trail intersection. Verbally hazed bear when it appeared to be the best option for preventing an ugly outcome. Crowd was stopped and compliant, but more or less surrounding the bears. Bears eventually ran into the woods. 8139 posted bear awareness sandwich board at Stein Park.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/28/2019 1:30 PM
Educational contact with 74yo male who let tiny black dog off leash in rocky area of HCT below Benedict Bridge. The man was upset when asked to leash dog and stated it was unsafe for him to walk dog on leash while using hiking poles. I convinced him to leash pet and explained he could drop leash if in imminent risk of falling.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/28/2019 1:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Steve Rhodes of Miami/Aspen for DOL (labradoodle) on Upper HCT. Chatted about bears and gave friendly lecture on law leash.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Closure violation 7/28/2019 9:45 AM
Contacted a fisherman pondering if he wanted to to enter the BarX ranch. I felt kind and instructed him not to before he entered.
8135 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 7/28/2019 9:00 AM
Pink tagged Gold 4Runner (CO: HOO-665) belonging to James Hoge in lower Chapel lot - hadn’t been moved since at least Friday despite note inside direct at me stating “day parking only!”- and black box trailer (CO: OQH-471).
8135 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 7/28/2019 9:00 AM
Checked tagged camp in Moore OS with 63 and 8139. All clear.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 7/28/2019 7:00 AM
Accepted payment from Tullar (Aspen Bike Rentals), Young (AWR), and Litt.
8139 Smuggler Mountain Open Space E-bike Contact 7/27/2019 6:45 PM
Staked out SMR between 1645 and 1845 for ebikes. Lots of regular mountain bikes but didn’t see any ebikes trying to poach the single track
8136 Stein Trail Dog Offense 7/27/2019 6:00 PM
Extra patrol of stein came up empty. Not much action other than a few fisherman. There was some weather in the area.
8139 Smuggler Mountain Road Dog Offense 7/27/2019 4:30 PM
Dispatched to SMR for a dog bite along with 10. Spoke to a witness who said a man and a woman were yelling at each other in the parking lot close to the kiosk when she was turning onto SMR. The woman got into her Jeep and backed out of the parking space at the male that was standing behind her car almost hitting him “almost 3 times”. She then quickly “sped out of there”. The male had a large wound on his forearm from the dog bite. He was gone when I arrived.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Penalty Assessment 7/27/2019 4:30 PM
DOL with Sterling Tomkins. 3rd contact. 2 previous warnings. Polite and v cooperative. See report.
8137 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/27/2019 2:45 PM
Pink tagged silver Chevy traverse co. XQZ-690 at Arbany Kittle trailhead. Been parking all day long next to RFC access. Next offense ticket. Will put in compliance as silver traverse.
8137 Stein Trail Trash 7/27/2019 12:30 PM
I picked up about 8-11 glass bottles of beer from down by the river along the Stein trail. There were a few stash spots. Nothing looked too permanent. I walked all along the river where possible, picking up all trash I could find.
8139 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 7/27/2019 11:30 AM
Tagged the active camp. No one appeared to be home. Gave them 24 hours to vacate, Will return to see if they remove it. Cleaned up the abandoned camp and found 9 spray paint cans (looked to be used for camouflaging) and 2 pill bottles belonging to “Michael Swinderman”.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 7/27/2019 10:15 AM
Contact with Barry Smooke, with dog “Tassie” off leash on the upper Rio. Lives at the meadows and knows regulations. Had a nice chat, compliant. First warning, verbal warning.
8139 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 7/26/2019 4:30 PM
Found an active camp and an abandoned camp while doing a walk through. Will go back tomorrow to clean up the trash and tag the camp when it’s not so wet. See email for photos/ details
8139 Filoha Meadows Open Space Trails 7/26/2019 2:00 PM
Gate was still unlocked. Did see one homeowner who looked at me a little sideways as I passed but didn’t say anything.
8139 Perham Creek Trailhead Parking 7/26/2019 1:00 PM
Two cars were parked in the upper loop of the lot seemed a little suspicious because the lot was otherwise empty. Older white Toyota Tacoma CO 704-CRN , White Saab 95 CO 320-YTO
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/26/2019 9:30 AM
Staked out at the TH this morning. No cars parked for the RFC while I was there between 0845 and 1000. A couple cars did “fly bys” through the lot but didn’t park
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/25/2019 12:00 PM
Contacted Gabor Ferenczi of Aspen Adventure Company after 8138 (off duty) reported the company was putting in with 8 people at South Gate. When I arrived at Stillwater there were 7 people waiting to be picked up by Gabor. Gabor swore that he had staggered the guests and that he was aware of the regulations and follows the rules. I told Gabor that an off duty ranger reported him and it looked as though he had put them all in at once. We talked about the regulations for awhile and I opted to give him a warning. I told him he would not be getting any more warnings for his permit and the next violation will be a citation. I am entering as a WW.
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/25/2019 9:00 AM
Dark gray Nissan Versa CO 448-QJG parked and headed towards RFC. Educated that the lot was for trail users, she left and parked else where.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 7/25/2019 9:00 AM
Camera and icons at deadline still good.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 7/24/2019 12:45 PM
Tagged a pile of belongings that was moved from last sweep. one tent (Charlies) still left on scene need to remove with 1557.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/24/2019 11:45 AM
6 cars, 8 people. Still high water. No signs of camping, except campers in parking lot, and new trash.
8136 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Accident/Rescue 7/24/2019 11:00 AM
Bike accident approx 1/4 mile East of Holland Hills on Basalt/Mass. Origionally aired as RGT. 67yo male lost control of E-bike. Left knee and shoulder injuries. Transported to AVH. I arrived as medics were wrapping up. I brought the patients bike back to his office in basalt.
8137 Filoha Meadows Open Space Signage 7/24/2019 10:30 AM
Noticed sign damage at filoha, check email. No cars blocking and gate was open. The ped gate at our access was locked shut, I think it was the maintenance crew, I saw tire tracks and their truck on 133. I unlocked ped access and locked vehicle gate.
8137 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/24/2019 9:30 AM
8137 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/24/2019 9:30 AM
Lots of legitimate trail users between 0845 and 0945. One car parked right by Trail to RFC. Silver Chevy traverse co. XQZ-690. Was here before 0845. One gold Land Rover, parked for club access, I educated and they apologized and parked elsewhere.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 7/23/2019 5:00 PM
Contact with Karen Sahr with dog “bug” off leash n upper Rio. Not hapy with OST fine structure. Previously cited for horse trespass in 2011. Verbal warning.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Penalty Assessment 7/23/2019 5:00 PM
Cited Logan Opsahl and Aaron Hooper along with TOSV for one wheeling in Open Space. Meeting with Wyatt Stasinos on Friday to serve the same ticket. See report.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/23/2019 3:00 PM
Kept watch over the broken railings on Stillwater bridge for safety today with 8136. The maintenance crew can by and fixed the bridge for now.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Accident/Rescue 7/23/2019 2:45 PM
Assisted an 11yr old female who crashed her bike on the East of Aspen trail near Stillwater bridge. Cleaned and applied two band aids.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 7/23/2019 10:30 AM
Checked the camera up on ditchline. The camera is still there and the icons are still good.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/22/2019 3:00 PM
A passerby requested extra patrols of Stein Trail between 1800-1900 hrs on weekdays. She told me there is a group of folks from the ABC and/or Burlingame that gets together with their dogs after work most week nights. She said she recently saw 10 dogs and 9 of them were off leash.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/22/2019 1:00 PM
5 cars and 9 people at the springs. Not much room for all of them. A gal from PA was not pleased that there were two naked people in one pool. Minimal trash. Generally clean.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 7/22/2019 12:00 PM
Got called for people approaching a Bull Moose at NSNP. I was in the area and able to turn the folks around before they got too close at the South Gate. The Moose was right where the trail meets the water. They did not go off trail and were still at a pretty safe distance. I stayed a bit and educated people showing up.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 7/22/2019 8:30 AM
Collected a towel, one sandal, 3 broken paddles, a shirt, hat, pair of shoes, cans of twisted tea, and some miscellaneous microtrash scattered about the Stillwater bridge. The owner of the shoes contacted us and I returned them. I left one good looking paddle for the day. I’ll check for it this afternoon. The rest is garbage.
8137 City of Aspen Open Space Wildlife 7/21/2019 7:30 PM
Took a call from dispatch that a moose was on the trail under maroon creek bridge. I called the RP. She was requesting some moose signage in the area.
1559 Parks Office Photography 7/21/2019 6:30 PM
Provided info bites to Mitzi for parks outreach program
8137 Penny Hot Springs Accident/Rescue 7/21/2019 5:15 PM
I noticed 3 adolescents swim across the crystal river to the east bank. No PFDs. They were scared to swim back, so I instructed them to walk up river some, but one girl was still scared. I ended up throwing the throw rope over to help get her back to the west side of river. The throw bag is from 107 drying in the office. Glad we did the training this year!
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/21/2019 4:45 PM
12 cars and 43 people. One dog off leash. Minimal trash, no signs of camping. Not much hot springs space, specially not for 43 people.
8137 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 7/21/2019 3:15 PM
First contact with David Fuller, with dog “Avi” small white Maltese on Lani White. From Florida. Verbal Warning
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/21/2019 3:15 PM
Issued Chase Tullar from Aspen bike Rentals for violating special use permit group size. Report in the ranger folder/ emailed. They’ve been pushing the group size with their shuttling , hopefully this will get them to comply better.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 7/21/2019 3:00 PM
I moved the upper rio bike sign to the intersection of hunter creek and rio. I was going to move the other sign that was at the rr cars, but two rubber backers were missing and the sign was loose. I put it in the garage for now. Sorry, did not have time to fix.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/21/2019 2:30 PM
Today was CRAZY at NS. Counted 30 cars at Stillwater bridge and 50+ people hanging out on/around the bridge. Multiple reports of “party” groups stopping at beaches and “slamming beers”. Hot weather had people acting a fool!
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/21/2019 12:00 PM
Responded to an 85 yo male that had possibly fallen and was “shakey” at Duffy’s wiggle. Medic 95 was transporting the pt when I arrived. Also monitored an accident on the lower rio near BHS and RFC. We were limited with ranger coverage so didn’t respond
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/21/2019 12:00 PM
I helped an 82yr old male negotiate the rockiest section of the HCT to exit at red mountain road. He was very shaky when I first saw him, but he gained confidence with my help. He was very appreciative.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Followed-up on issue 7/21/2019 12:00 PM
Returned belongings to victim of motor cycle accident from the morning
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/21/2019 11:45 AM
Contact with Saurav Badhi of Pueblo Co. dog off leash on the Hunter creek trail. He had in leashed for rocky section, I explained that was partly ok for safety reasons, but the whole trail is very rocky, so need to use leash or not walk this trail with dog. Friendly, compliant. Verbal warning.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 7/21/2019 11:15 AM
Kirra Sherman biked past me at the Rio and Hunter Creek trail intersection with dog “Harvey” off leash. I was not on a bike, I pursued by truck. I found Kirra at main and spring st. Second warning, used to live in Alaska and thinks our leash laws are kinda ridiculous. Had a long chat about wildlife, multiple use, and other regulations. Friendly, honest, written warning. Next contact will be a citation.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 7/21/2019 10:30 AM
Responded to med call on Rio Grande Trail at mm 40.5 for a bike crash. 85 y/o, M injured left shoulder+ loss of consciousness. Returned bikes to Aspen Velo.
1559 Parks Office Called to scene 7/21/2019 9:45 AM
Responded to a single motorcycle accident in front of 8th street bus stop. Approx 30, m with injured right ankle. Helped with traffic control on 82.
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/20/2019 5:45 PM
Dark gray Nissan Versa CO 448-QJG was parked along the outside perimeter of the parking lot...with no other cars in the lot. Possible RFC employee
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/20/2019 5:45 PM
Dark gray Nissan Versa CO 448-QJG was parked along the outside perimeter of the parking lot...with no other cars in the lot. Possible RFC employee
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 7/20/2019 5:00 PM
The naturalists found an Apple Watch at wildwood today. I dropped it off with the county SO.
8139 Red Wind Point Trails 7/20/2019 4:00 PM
A dead cottonwood fell across the road just before the turn around. Went to cut it out with the chainsaw and wasn’t able to because it was out of gas and bar oil. Attempted to fill them both up but couldn’t find gasoline. Saw in 108 does not have oil or gas
8139 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/20/2019 2:00 PM
Did a full walk through and it was lovely. Gate was open and unlocked for peds
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/20/2019 1:00 PM
Gave Peter Benedict of CRMS a citation for operating without a permit. See report.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Signage 7/20/2019 12:00 PM
I replaced the scratched out walking signs at deadline and skyline. I put up the wildlife camera in a bush aimed right at the deadline sign. I’m not happy with camera placement but there were not a lot of options.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/20/2019 12:00 PM
1557 reported tire tracks in James H. Smith. He also heard partying near the closure/river. I joined him a little later to investigate. Nobody on the preserve at the time but I took photographs of the tire marks and will see if Bill's crew was in there.
8137 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 7/20/2019 10:00 AM
I spotted a person with a backpack walking down the Mills property road, I drove in towards the intercept lot to investigate. I looked over the edge but did not see the person, but I did notice movement along the rim. 8136 and I did a full walk through around 1530, we did not see any camps or people, but we did notice a lot of recent activity, on the rim and down by river. I asked 64 to do an extra patrol tonight!
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 7/19/2019 5:30 PM
Access to Filoha is still open. Our signs are still up. We will be patrolling over the weekend.
8135 Crystal River Valley Penny Hot Springs 7/19/2019 4:30 PM
8 cars parked and about 10 people in the springs. A couple of cars were parked for climbing.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/18/2019 4:30 PM
Responded to medical at Duffy’s Wiggles (MM 40.5). 70yo female crashed bike heading downhill and injured left hip. Assisted AAD in packaging patient and gave patient’s husband and two bikes a ride home.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 7/18/2019 2:30 PM
Verbally warned occupant of black Jeep (OH: HRT-4911) for littering. Supervised the clean up. Very friendly, just sloppy.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Verbal Warning 7/18/2019 2:00 PM
Pink tagged FJ Cruiser (CO:357-NUW) parked in staff parking spot at lower Smuggler lot. Issued verbal warning to driver, “Yale,” who was very apologetic, complimented the ranger program, and stated it was his fault he overlooked the sign. I explained it is hard for rangers to do their job if we can’t find a parking spot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 7/18/2019 12:00 PM
Assisted City Parks in temporarily closing upper RGT during removal of large strainer pinned against trail bridge. Made lots of outreach contacts about “announcing before you pass.”
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 7/18/2019 10:00 AM
Confirmed cut tree with hawk nest near Jaffee Park is on 55 Smith Hill Way residence, and not OST property.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 7/18/2019 8:15 AM
Contacted 4 campers w/ 119 and tagged 1 unattended camping set-up. All promised to move within 24 hours. 3rd contact with Carlie in same place, next contact with him will result in a ticket.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/17/2019 1:00 PM
Provided basic first aid to two cyclists, 14yo male and 50yo female, on RGT near Mile 39.0. Both fell and got abrasions to knees and elbows. Female patient broke her front brake. One large on female patient abrasion required gauze and bandaging to cover.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 7/17/2019 1:00 PM
Water has dropped considerably on the Roaring Fork River. I consulted with 1558 and removed high water warning signs from Stein Park and Meadows Open Space. Please pull them as you see them.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 7/17/2019 1:00 PM
Contacted woman with DOL on Meadows Trail. Informed her of leash law.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 7/17/2019 1:00 PM
BL called the office to forward a report CoA received about a moose incident at NSNP. Initially it sounded like a group of folks were bluff charged the previous evening by a large bull moose. After speaking with RP “Sam G” it sounded more like a moose being a moose and him getting too close and the moose showing signs of aggression (but did not charge). Discussed signage, Natties, and temporary warning signs to make people aware and prepared. See report in email or in Moose Incidents - North Star In the G drive
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 7/17/2019 1:00 PM
I put 2 yellow moose sandwhich board signs at NSNP. One at Wildwood and the other Sgate
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 7/17/2019 12:45 PM
I escorted “Yogi” a golden retriever back to her residence at 0060 wildwood ln. I called both numbers on her tags, but no response. (Last name Cane). I hope she stays put and out of the road.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 7/17/2019 12:00 PM
Tagged white, Mullenax Roofing company trailer (CO: RCI-684) parked in Jaffee Park. Left voicemail for company.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 7/17/2019 11:30 AM
Stopped to assess 12yo male on Roaring Fork Cycling trio who crashed on lower Deadline Trail. The kiddo was screaming loud enough to hear from the top of the trail. Pulled bike off him, looked over for injuries, and coached on slow breathing - only got the breath knocked out of him. Picked up pieces of demolished bike bell. RFC staff took kiddo from there.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Special Event 7/17/2019 11:00 AM
RFC has cancelled the 7/22 Filoha program due to high flows and inability to use Johnson’s bridge.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 7/17/2019 9:30 AM
Located occupied camp adjacent to AABC Trail. Referred to City Parks.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/16/2019 3:45 PM
I educated a group that had stopped on the south side of the roaring fork river across from the James H trail. They apologized and kept moving. At Stillwater bridge I noticed they were being picked up by AWR, so I mentioned to the driver what happened. He said he had instructed the group before launching. I explained that the more the guide companies help us out with regulations the better compliance we will have on the river!
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/16/2019 3:00 PM
DOL with Marty Brickett. Local who claimed the sign said dogs did not need to be leashed. Clarified regs for HC and SMR. Recommended Jaffee river trail and referred to pitoutside. First contact. VW
8135 Owl Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/16/2019 2:30 PM
PCSO, AFD, and myself responded to a 49 year old male cyclist who had crashed while E-biking on the Owl Creek trail near the Cluny intersection. The male had a shoulder injury and abrasions. The incident was almost wrapped up when I arrived. I transported the E-bike to four mountain sports in Aspen.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 7/16/2019 12:00 PM
Congrats to 8135 for the well deserved County Employee of the Year award! Keep shining.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/16/2019 11:15 AM
Contact with Laurie Givens with dog Teddy off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. First contact, verbal warning.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 7/16/2019 10:30 AM
Contact with Justin Burley for big wheel on Rio Grande Trail. Lives at cemetery ln. He just got the big wheel and does it know the regulations. Educational contact. Verbal warning. I think we need to get better signage past stein park because big wheels are allowed on cemetery ln. and city property.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/16/2019 10:00 AM
Rode the lower section of Prince Creek. The trail had been repaired by Brian and the maintenance crew. It was riding well. I removed trail damage signage.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 7/16/2019 10:00 AM
There were two complaints called in to dispatch about cars parked by the mailboxes across from the smuggler parking. I eventually responded to check it out. I think we need more signage in the corner next to the mailboxes. City of aspen said they would follow up with us about jurisdiction. Construction workers were parked in the ranger spot, and they moved as soon as I showed up.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Signage 7/16/2019 9:00 AM
Tightened most of the signs throughout SMP that needed. The bottom of Airline is the last to check on.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 7/15/2019 5:00 PM
5 cars at penny hot springs with 8 people in the springs. They have lowered enough for people to start building up the springs. Hot springs are back!
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/15/2019 4:30 PM
I patrolled Filoha via Dorias way yesterday evening. Our signs were still up, the gates were still open, and I was not confronted by anybody.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/15/2019 2:45 PM
8135, 8136, 1559, AVFD, and PCSO responded to medical call for female cyclist who crashed ebike into trailside ditch at MM 38.14. Initial page reported cyclist partially in river/water and unable to move her legs, resulting in a swift water call. Patient was in water (in the ditch). A&Ox4, left shoulder injury, head/face injury, abrasions, no LOC. Rangers and medics moved patient out of ditch into command vehicle for transport. 8135 returned rental ebike to Aspen Bike Rentals.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/15/2019 12:00 PM
Followed up on complaint from “Alex” of man turning away members of the public at Dorais Way claiming road was private property. Report was more involved than that, and I forwarded details to admin. Please document anyone blocking access to Filoha and report back.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Special Event 7/15/2019 12:00 PM
Cancelled Filoha RFC programs for 7/16 (8138) and 7/18 (8139) due to high flows and inability to safely use Johnson’s bridge.
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Everything great 7/15/2019 11:45 AM
Patrolled/ observed new Cozy Point Trail for alleged mountain bike poachers. Bike UTL; will continue observation.
8135 Administration Illegal Camping 7/15/2019 10:30 AM
Please check out Vince Thomas' most recent edition of Homeless in Aspen. Vince directly references ranger and provides copies of vaguely threatening posters he plans to use at his campsites. The posters feature a skull and crossbones and a skull and hypodermic needles. The posters are directly addressed to OS rangers. Fun stuff.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 7/15/2019 10:30 AM
Left voicemail message and sent email to D. Moynihan (Ride the Rockies) regarding overdue fine payment for permit violations from last month. Accepted $1000 payment late in the day (mailed to admin office).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Commercial Permit Check 7/15/2019 10:30 AM
Followed up with World Vision Aspen Invitational and Aspen Valley Marathon regarding minor permit violations from this weekend. Written warnings issued to both mostly for signage issues.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Lost and Found 7/14/2019 2:30 PM
There looks to be a “Raleigh Eva 45 “ kids bike at the top of the jaffee connector trail. Could be worth checking back to see if it’s abandoned
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Accident/Rescue 7/14/2019 1:30 PM
Assisted RFFR, BPD, and 14 in searching riverbank in Snowmass Canyon for missing rafter and dog from party of 3 who flipped boat. I searched Lazy Glen OS. All rafters self-rescued, one presumably near LGOS and two at the HWY82 bridge. Ambulance picked them up and Fire attempted to extricate runaway raft near El Jebel.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/14/2019 12:00 PM
DOl with Zach Bell from miami. In town with large group for business and unfamiliar with regs. Referred to PitOutside. First contact. VW
8135 Arciero Trailhead Accident/Rescue 7/14/2019 11:30 AM
Responded to medical on RGT @ Wheatley Open Space. 71yo Male A&Ox4, compound left wrist fracture, abrasion to hip, small lac to nose. Cyclist was heading west and passing westbound cyclist, when he left pavement and struck green chain link fence east of Arciero TH. I located patient lying next to trail and did basic assessment. Good Samaritans had taken action and made a shade structure for the man using a space blanket and the fence line (high five!). RFFR transported patient in ambi. I transported patient’s bike to his residence.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road E-bike Contact 7/14/2019 11:00 AM
Contacted an ebiker reading Smuggler kiosk at obs deck. Reminded him Ebikes must stay on the road. He was not friendly and obv annoyed by it. Seemed to ignore me and just went back down SMR. Bike looked like a rental from Velo
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Special Event 7/14/2019 9:30 AM
Assisted Jessie at Basalt Farmer’s Market outreach event. Lots of traffic and lots of feedback from the crowd. Lots of comments about adding water sources and shade structures to trail, paving Shale Bluffs section, and other topics. One complaint about DOLs on Stein Trail in evening hours and poor bike etiquette.
8135 Glassier Open Space Parking 7/14/2019 9:00 AM
Glassier was ‘hoppin by 0900. Looks like peak use is in morning and evening. Friendly crowd happy to see a ranger.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 7/14/2019 9:00 AM
CO DHG-458 white F150 with camper parked overnight at Northgate. Pink tag warning and suggested freecampsites.net for legal spots
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 7/14/2019 9:00 AM
Threw away 5 towels, 2 hats, and 2 shirts left overnight at Stillwater Bridge.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 7/13/2019 5:00 PM
Contacted Maria Morrow and her dog Bundy on the RGT near stein park. Second contact ( the first was 9 years ago 7/3/2010 by Alan). She “thought it was voice and sight” on RGT. Corrected her and chatted about the heavy traffic on RGT as well as wildlife in the area. She was polite and compliant so decided to issue VW instead of WW. Warned that the next time will be a citation.
8135 Crystal Trail Resource Damage 7/13/2019 4:00 PM
Called John Armstrong back regarding his report of undercut section on Crystal Trail. Located undercut section immediately adjacent to Crystal Trail approx. 250yds upstream from Thomas Rd. I agreed it was a hazard. Recently mowed grass hid a hole and a 30-40’ drop into the river just 3 feet from the pavement. Taped and coned off. Reported to Ted and Bill.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 7/13/2019 4:00 PM
Brought found wallet from wildwood lane to SO. 76 connected with owner.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/13/2019 1:15 PM
Responded to a parking complaint at wildwood, 74 and 76 also responded. There were several cars blocking the road, and two people were rude to the naturalist Olivia. The whole situation was overwhelming. The traffic was very busy for at last an hour.
8139 Seven Star Ranch Trails 7/13/2019 11:00 AM
Hung out at the top of seven star for a bit to see who was out riding after reports of the one wheel gang were out again. No signs of e bikes or one wheels. I did put in a request to join “Wester Slope MOB” group on Facebook to see if there’s any discussion of riding on our trail system. Will update once I get the confirmation
8135 Public Works Office Illegal Camping 7/13/2019 10:30 AM
Disposed of bags of items from Junkyard Rapid camp due to hazardous mold. Items were stored for one month, but are not appropriate to store any longer. Please do not store moldy, abandoned items - throw them in the dumpster due to health hazard.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/13/2019 8:30 AM
Took complaint from cyclist of “kids” working at Roaring Fork Club parking in Arbaney-Kittle Lot during the weekday. Staff parking (not permitted) is leaving limited space for legitimate trail users. I think due to turnover from last summer, I’m not seeing plates from the old RFC staff list. Let’s make sure to hit this lot at 0700hrs or so during the week.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 7/13/2019 6:30 AM
Took cold complaint from Noah (USFS) of one-wheels on Seven Star Trail in morning hours. Riders reportedly had amplified music, selfie-sticks, and bad attitudes.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 7/13/2019 6:30 AM
Monitored the Aspen Valley Marathon. All marshals, aid stations, and signage were in place and contracted ambulance was on standby.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trash 7/13/2019 6:30 AM
Removed contractor bag of trash from area of Stein Park bike lockers. Grass clippings and paperwork. One bike locker was left wide open.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/12/2019 5:00 PM
1557 and I responded to a possible swiftwater/unattended kayak last seen 100yards downriver of Stein Bridge. 1557 spoke with folks that knew the boat owner. It happened earlier this morning. He will get the boat later. It’s currently pinned 100yards below Stein Bridge river right.
8139 Glassier Open Space Trash 7/12/2019 1:30 PM
More wet wipes.
8139 Glassier Open Space Lost and Found 7/12/2019 12:30 PM
Turned in a wedding ring (colorful wood inlay with some turquoise) that was turned in to me. The guy Ben said he found it a month ago and put up a sign in the parking lot but didn’t get any calls about it so gave it to me. Brought it to Eagle County sherif, they’re going to put it in their lost property.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/12/2019 12:00 PM
DOL, chihuahua with Bob Childs from Dallas. Bob was with a large group “25%” of them were locals but he was not. Discussed wildlife and narrow trail. Explained they were close to USFS for Voice and Sight.
8139 Sky Mountain Park Trails 7/12/2019 10:30 AM
Replaced the SD cards on viewline, cozy and seven star. Pulled some grass from in-front of the counter on cozy line
8137 Administration E-bike Contact 7/10/2019 5:30 PM
I took e bike pamphlets to basalt bike and ski. They asked a lot of questions including what the fine was for e bike violation, if we use wildlife cameras, and when e bikes were going to be allowed on single track. Good conversations, but they do sell a lot of e mountain bikes and complained they didn’t have anywhere to send them..... they want more brochures, I left some out on the table.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 7/10/2019 4:00 PM
Reviewed camera from the Narrows side of Filoha. Made a possible ID of one of the hunters based on notes from Oct. 2018. The person called me the day prior to ask specific questions about hunting access to/skirting Filoha. I'd informed him of need to stay on USFS land. He's a Carbondale local that at least some staff would know, but I couldn’t ID him by photo alone.
8135 Red Wind Point Trails 7/10/2019 1:30 PM
Joined Ted on trip up Crystal River Valley to cut a downed tree reported on Red Wind Pt. Assisted dispatch in locating a controlled burn reported as a wildfire while in the area.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/10/2019 12:30 PM
Contact with Marci Alvis, with dog “lu lu” off leash on the HunterCreek Trail. Referred to Pitkinoutside. First contact, verbal warning.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/10/2019 12:00 PM
Delivered North Star and ebike brochures to Blazing Adventures at staff request.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/10/2019 11:45 AM
Contact with Tom Savoie with dog “Ellie” off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Saw the signs but decided to not leash. I explained wildlife rationale. First contact, verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/10/2019 11:00 AM
There were no leashes on the Hunter Creek Trail (top and bottom) and Lani White Trail this morning!
8137 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 7/10/2019 10:45 AM
Enrique Garcia was waking his little brown chihuahua “chi chi” off leash on the Lani White Trail. He picked up the dog when he saw me coming up the trail. Garcia said he usually carries the dog and he did not have a leash with him. First contact, verbal warning.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 7/10/2019 10:30 AM
Per 1558, BOLO for a black Specialized MTB with a silver fork and high seat post in camps and on Open Space. This bike is possibly related to a purse snatching at 1900hrs and armed robbery at 2030hrs in Aspen on 7/9/19. Robbery suspect was wearing a red flannel over dark pants and a tan hat. He wore gloves and a bandana and used a knife during the robbery. See article with photos at... https://www.aspentimes.com/news/armed-man-in-disguise-robs-theatre-aspen-concession-stand/
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 7/10/2019 10:30 AM
Met with Chad Abraham, the new Code Enforcement Officer, to discuss how OST and Comm Dev work together on cases.
8137 Administration Maintenance 7/10/2019 9:30 AM
Ted asked that when we have single track maintenance requests to also cc Brian Buel. Also, for all maintenance requests copy ranger so we do not send multiple requests for the same issue. This is my request, not Ted.😃
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/09/2019 5:30 PM
8138 responded to unresponsive female on RGT at mm 41. Assisted with best access, and was first responder on scene. Female 14yrs old most likely dehydration and or altitude. Paramedics were right behind me, I assisted with moving patient in to stretcher, and transported two bikes and two people to hospital.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Signage 7/09/2019 5:15 PM
Our park staff sign was in the ditch just past our parking spot at the base of Smuggler. We will have to put it back up tomorrow as I got called on a medical at the end of the day. The sign and post are in the garage.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 7/09/2019 3:30 PM
I moved the dog waste sandwich board from the bottom of Smug to the top of smuggler by the kiosk, with a bear in the area sign. I will store dog waste sign. Also, had trouble getting in to lockup.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/09/2019 3:30 PM
Responded to a 12 yo female with a possible broken wrist at mm 36.5. When I arrived, 75 had loaded the pt into the patrol car to bring her to jaffee park to meet medic 95. I walked with the rest of the group towards jaffee to meet 1559 with the COA ranger truck to transport the other bikes back to the Dancing Bear.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/09/2019 12:30 PM
Monitored harassment complaint of woman who failed to pick up dog waste, and called RP a bitch. I spoke with 125, he confirmed the perpetrator was Nicki Gross, and was going to call her to give her a verbal warning. 125 took a report.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 7/09/2019 11:30 AM
BOLO for a missing person was aired over the radio possibly in the roaring fork river. I searched the shore from stein bridge up to stein park for any signs of the missing party. APD found the missing party around John Denver sanctuary and transported to AVH.
8135 Emma Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/08/2019 4:30 PM
Monitored call for partially nude man sitting on ledge of retaining wall at Emma Trail underpass. This location was determined to be in Pitkin County. Eagle 1227 contacted a man who reportedly had mental health issues, but was clothed.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Special Event 7/08/2019 4:30 PM
Cancelled Filoha programs for this week (7/8 and 7/11) due to high flows making Johnson bridge unusable.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Wildlife 7/08/2019 3:30 PM
Passed a momma bear with at least two cubs on BHS trail. Not annoyed, just minding their own.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Accident/Rescue 7/08/2019 3:00 PM
I responded to a medical on Smuggler Mountain Road that happened about halfway up. A male in his 50s had fainted and was light headed and having trouble walking. When I arrived aspen medical was there with aspen fire and 14. The male was transported via "Ranger" then ambulance.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Accident/Rescue 7/08/2019 1:45 PM
Stopped at medical call at Hyman and S. Galena for 78yo male who fell while en route to a meeting. Possibly syncope. A&Ox3 when I arrived. Cleared when APD arrived to make room for ambulance.
8135 Windstar Conservation Easement Patrol/Outreach 7/08/2019 1:00 PM
Checked on public access gate to Windstar conservation easement at 2317 Snowmass Rd. Gate is open and posted signage appears to allow limited public access.
8135 Open Space Properties Patrol/Outreach 7/08/2019 12:15 PM
Checked on Dottie Fox Open Space. The new stone overlook looks nice.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/08/2019 11:30 AM
Did interview with J. Auslander of Aspen Times on low clearance under bridges between Wildwood and North Star.
8135 Administration Training 7/08/2019 11:00 AM
Presented to PCREDC on OST ranger program - who we are, what we do, and how we can be helpful. Good turnout.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/07/2019 5:45 PM
REDDI report called in on a white F150 by an RP at North Star Nature Preserve. The driver was clearly a river user and reportedly had an inflatable inside the cab. 12 pulled over vehicle at Inn at Aspen.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 7/07/2019 4:00 PM
I removed the trash from stillwater bridge. I brought in the ball thrower for Ryan. There were two bull moose along the river today, and I was able to outreach several people about moose behavior.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Maintenance 7/07/2019 12:00 PM
Replaced missing lock on Smuggler Mtn maintenance road gate. See combos sheet.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Parking 7/07/2019 10:30 AM
Four cars were parked on the opposite side of the Stein Park lot (not the 30 min unload). The white lines are mostly faded or gone; I could see how people showing up in the morning who have never been here could get it wrong.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Parking 7/07/2019 10:30 AM
Four cars were parked on the opposite side of the Stein Park lot (not the 30 min unload). The white lines are mostly faded or gone; I could see how people showing up in the morning who have never been here could get it wrong.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/07/2019 10:30 AM
Cleaned up a bag’s worth of trash at Stillwater and set out abandoned items of moderate value near kiosk. Please remove items if still there tonight or tomorrow morning.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/06/2019 4:30 PM
Cited Rebecca Litt for glass in North Star Nature Preserve. Litt was in group of 11 SUP boarders in flooded back meadow and repeatedly lied about possessing glass. Litt took responsibility for two violations, one ticket issued. Separate ticket issued to AWR for group size violation. First for OST... issued a ticket while SUPing.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/06/2019 4:00 PM
Ticketed the shuttle driver for Aspen Whitewater Rafting for exceeding person permit limit. See report.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/06/2019 2:30 PM
74 and 76 responded to parking complaint at Stillwater Mile 43.0. 2220 and I moved vehicles out of traffic before they arrived. The deputies ran two plates for illegally parked, possibly on Stephanie Dunn’s private property.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Dog Offense 7/06/2019 2:00 PM
DOL contact in front of City Parks on AABC/Cemetery Lane bike path.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/06/2019 1:30 PM
Chased down cyclist who failed to announce before passing multiple cyclists and hikers while riding fast... so much easier to catch them on an ebike. Lectured and cleared.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 7/06/2019 12:30 PM
Educational contact with elderly hiker who let dog’s leash drag on gravel section of RGT above Woody Creek. Dog was pulling him around trying to chase “whistle pigs.” I explained leash law is intended to protect wildlife, but acknowledged that we don’t want him to fall. I think the gravel trail paralleling the pavement rarely gets patrolled.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 7/06/2019 12:30 PM
Educational contact with elderly hiker who let dog’s leash drag on gravel section of RGT above Woody Creek. Dog was pulling him around trying to chase “whistle pigs.” I explained leash law is intended to protect wildlife, but acknowledged that we don’t want him to fall. I think the gravel trail paralleling the pavement rarely gets patrolled.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 7/06/2019 12:30 PM
I removed and stored the Moose signs in the office until the next call/sighting. I also left one sandwich board with the "Dog Waste" outreach at the base of SMR. Sheets is up to date.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 7/06/2019 12:00 PM
I removed the "Trail Flooded" sign/cone from HCT and placed it on the West side of Stillwater Bridge. I also moved the other "Trail Flooded" sign from the Brikor Construction bridge to the corner of Stillwater Lane and East of Aspen Trail.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/06/2019 11:45 AM
DOL with Steve Lee from Dallas. A friend referred Lee to Hunter Creek Valley for voice and sight control area. I cleared up the difference between lower hunter creek and the USFS etc. Cooperative, referred to pitoutside, first offence, VW.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Maintenance 7/06/2019 10:15 AM
I moved the North Star wildlife camera in to the closed area of James H. See email for details.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 7/06/2019 9:00 AM
Contacted Greg Williams sleeping in his white VW Gold (CO,(TEMP TAGS)002026247) for sleeping in his car off the lower Brush Creek Trail across from the intercept lot. Greg was trying to find a shady place to sleep after working for the night. He was polite and agreed to move. We discussed other options. VW.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/05/2019 5:45 PM
At 17:45 a missing child was aired to 14. The child was an 11 year old male last seen on the hunter creek trail approximately 45 minutes before the call was aired. 8137 and myself responded. 8137 started to search from the bottom of the trail and I headed up to the upper Forest Service lot. The kid was there waiting for his parents. At around 18:20, 14 brought up the dad and I cleared.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 7/05/2019 1:00 PM
Report from cyclist of a mother bear and two cubs on behind the sign trail. I saw them later near the maintenance rd above the observation deck.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/05/2019 12:30 PM
An Aspen fire person was driving by when he noticed a young boy without a life jacket on a boogie board headed to the waterfall after North Star Nature preserve. I asked if they needed help but they had it under control. The boys mom had apparently dropped her 12 year old off at stillwater with no instruction and told him she'd be back at 1. The boy put on the river alone at Stillwater.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Accident/Rescue 7/05/2019 12:15 PM
Provided basic care for a 70yo female approx 1 mile up SMR. Trip and fell on a tennis ball. I cleaned and bandaged abrasions on left elbow. Removed tennis ball.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/05/2019 11:30 AM
Wildwood was very busy from 11:30 until after lunch. The Naturalist were doing a good job but I assisted at the busiest times. Lots of education outreach at the preserve.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/05/2019 11:30 AM
Provided basic patient care for a 34 yo female that had turned around to check on a another member in her group and veered her bike off the trail into the ditch at the intersection with Sunnyside trail. 1/4-1/2” laceration to the left side of her upper lip and a chipped tooth. They were able to get in touch with another family member to pick her up from Stein park and transport to AVH. ( There was an off duty surgeon in Stein Park that was also able to take a look and suggested getting to checked out/ stitched up to prevent a scar.)
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 7/05/2019 11:00 AM
Passerby on SMR gave me third hand report that she heard three woman were charged by the young moose “a few days ago”.
8139 Stein Park (AVLT) Lost and Found 7/05/2019 10:00 AM
Called dispatch to see if there were any reports of missing bicycles, they didn’t have any on file. So 8137 brought the abandoned red TREK mountain bike that 1558 had tagged (7/3) to the PCSO.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 7/05/2019 7:00 AM
Made an early morning swing through NS, surprisingly minimal trash left over from yesterday’s holiday. Water is up!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 7/04/2019 5:15 PM
Called in a male shooting a pellet rifle over my truck dozens of times at a lamp on North Star Drive in line with East of Aspen Trail. I also observed the male aim and fire the pellet rifle towards Stillwater Bridge presumably at a highway sign. At one point, trail users yelled at the subject from East of Aspen Trail when he shot and shattered a glass lamp. Multiple deputies responded and issued summonses. I sent statement and photo to 14.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 7/04/2019 4:30 PM
Educational contact for DOL on East of Aspen (Stillwater) pedestrian bridge among chaotic numbers of people. Dog owner was polite, but her husband was ETOH and loudly and repeatedly told me a tree below the bridge needed to be cut to make jumping safer for kids. I informed him tree was on “The Preserve” HOA property and eventually calmed him down. I explained that it’s up to parents to decide if their kids can jump, and clarified that OST does not endorse jumping from or climbing on the bridge.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 7/04/2019 4:00 PM
Pink-tagged white Dodge Ram (CO:395-TQF) parked for hours in Wildwood loading zone. 2220 ticketed one or two illegally parked vehicles.
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Called to scene 7/04/2019 4:00 PM
Responded to report of bike crash with head injury on at 1200 Ute Ave. Upon arrival, the patient suffered a glancing blow to the ear and was treated my medics, but refused transport.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/04/2019 3:30 PM
Spoke with Jim K. (ACES) and Johnathan (Bass Family employee) regarding a group of 30-40 loud and uncooperative floaters who stopped on private land at 44530 HWY82. City Rangers responded to outreach group at JHS OS. I stopped by and left card at the residence, as RP wasn’t home.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Closure violation 7/04/2019 2:30 PM
Turned back group of seven people making there way onto private property on west side of Stillwater Bridge
8137 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 7/04/2019 12:00 PM
Marcus Blue had both dogs off leash on the Lani White Trail. Local. Bleach chihuahua “Ollie” and brown and white “Nellie”. First contact. Verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/04/2019 11:45 AM
Katie keener walking dog “Penelope” a grey doodle off leash on hunter creek trail. She was in a hurry and did not want to talk to me. First contact. Verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 7/04/2019 11:45 AM
Marianne Boesky was walking her dog Dino off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Did not want to give any information, written warning given to business in town, found name by looking up business. Crying, seemed to be almost having a panic attack.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/04/2019 11:30 AM
Had a few educational contacts about biker etiquette. Seems to be a lot of people flying by without announcing.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 7/04/2019 11:00 AM
Contacted Gary Patrick with 71 about his gray F250 (TN A83-39U)parked on the soft shoulder of the Rio Grande Trail at Lazy Glen near the barn. Gary agreed to move his truck and not park there any more. VW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/04/2019 10:00 AM
Contacted man riding a “Mopeed” ebike on RGT near Steven’s St. Bikr looked like a motorcycle with a large headlight; however, it had no apparent throttle and the man was following the 20mph speed limit. The bikes are evidently made in Europe.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/04/2019 8:30 AM
Assisted 1559 in removing large panels of political artwork left by Lee Mulcahy in Burlingame underpass on AABC Trail.
1559 Burlingame/Deer Hill Followed-up on issue 7/04/2019 8:30 AM
8135 and myself removed art from Burlingame underpass placed by Lee Mulcahy. Removal was at the request of APD and is paintings are being stored at parks dept
8137 Roaring Fork River Patrol/Outreach 7/03/2019 4:30 PM
I spoke to two guys who decided to portage slaughterhous falls. They have run it before, and seemed knowledgeable. Better safe than sorry
8137 Hunter Creek Trail E-bike Contact 7/03/2019 4:00 PM
I spoke to a gentleman from Denver who was walking his e bike up the bottom of hunter creek trail. He was kind of aware of regs in the area. I gave him lots of options for places to go. I also let him know hunter creek is not a good bike trail either way. No warning because he was walking his bike. Also, no icon at the base of hunter creek trail.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/03/2019 3:30 PM
Monitored what sounded like a racist verbal dispute between trail users (offender: blue shirt, gray headband, off-leash brown and white dog) on Lani White Trail. The hiker reportedly harassed a woman and told her to “go back” where she “came from.” 76 asked us to locate the subject for a code violation. 8138 and I swept both HCT and Lani White Trail. UTL.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/03/2019 3:00 PM
Took call from Stephanie, resident at MM 43.0 HWY82, asking what our “plan” was for managing Independence Day crowds at North Star. I explained traffic and parking within CDOT ROW is jurisdiction of PCSO. I explained rangers will be patrolling by water and land, and I provided Stephanie with more relevant numbers to call with complaints than 911. It seems Stephanie claims some of the CDOT ROW as her property and wants roadside parking to cease. She also complained specifically about the bridge being crowded. Our conversation ended amicably enough, but I imagine we’ll hear more from her tomorrow.
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Double w/other officer 7/03/2019 1:45 PM
Searched Ute Cemetery for two reported camps; UTL
1559 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Campsite found/evicted 7/03/2019 1:00 PM
Cleaned up an abandoned camp made of boxes behind the Rio Grande Recycling Center.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 7/03/2019 1:00 PM
Donated the Sea Eagle (older ducky) to ACES @ Hallam Lake.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 7/03/2019 1:00 PM
Spoke w/Gabor F. (Aspen Adventure Co.) regarding MacArthur’s complaint on 6/30. MacArthur reported Gabor was both trespassing on the closure on river left near James H. Smith OS and violating the six-person group size limit. I had spoken with Gabor at Wildwood on 6/30 and determined he was on a non-commercial trip with friends, not paying clients, at that time. No group size limit was violated. During our conversation on 7/3, Gabor explained he had encountered MacArthur near JHS on 6/30. Gabor stated he was on the water when MacArthur contacted him. Gabor claimed two men unrelated to his group had stopped on shore upstream, and MacArthur allegedly assumed they were Gabor’s clients. It sounds like MacArthur and Gabor got into an argument. MacArthur reportedly told Gabor he needed to leave and should be wearing a life jacket. I fielded several questions from Gabor about life jackets, closures, and being a “role model” on the river, and concluded the conversation. No PC for any violations.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/03/2019 12:00 PM
Contact with Franny Frisbie on Hunter Crk with dog Ebbit off leash. Friendly, compliant, first contact. Verbal warning.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 7/03/2019 10:00 AM
Left voicemail for Caroline S. (Aspen Times) regarding her story about dogs “getting high” by eating THC-laden human waste. I informed her human waste was not a common problem on OST property, although we encourage people to practice LNT. I also forwarded a trail data request from Heather S. (Aspen Journalism) to Planning & Outreach Staff.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/03/2019 9:00 AM
Patrolled AK TH. Lot was only partially full. No vehicles matched list of RFC staff plates received last year. We will need to do an early morning patrol to check for commercial/client parking. Also Took complaint from hiker of horse feces on trail and directed him to lodge complaint with BLM Silt Field Office.
8137 Administration Maintenance 7/03/2019 8:45 AM
8139 helped me fix the front tires of buck and belle. They have both been filled with goo, so hopefully they do not lose autos fast! 8139 is agile repair genius..... compared to me!
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Verbal Warning 7/03/2019 8:30 AM
Verbal Warning: Ryan Trevor Trafton of Denver/GWS, CO for camping in RV (CO: MKO-958; previously pink-tagged by 8139) at Lazy Glen OS. Contacted with 75 and 79. Camped “several days” - likely since Sunday. Reviewed BLM and USFS dispersed camping options. Trafton vacated the site by 0845.
8135 Mills OSP Verbal Warning 7/03/2019 8:00 AM
Verbal Warning: Jerry Emmett Brunetti of New Castle, CO (white male, black guitar backpack case) for camping on Mills OS. I observed Brunetti leaving a campsite and contacted him with 75 and 79. Brunetti was argumentative. I provided him with an HHS resource sheet and wrote down names of local campgrounds. I later tagged a stashed red roller suitcase and two black garbage bags. We requested Brunetti vacate site within 24hrs.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 7/03/2019 8:00 AM
Matted down grass in the area of Mills OS “rim” suggested 2-3 recent campsites. During my contact with Brunetti at the RFTA bus stop, a second man with a backpack, possibly camping, walked past. It’s worth keeping an eye on this area.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 7/03/2019 7:30 AM
Took call from dispatch regarding moose sighting at base of Smuggler Mtn. 8138 responded when she came on duty.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Whitewater 7/03/2019 7:30 AM
PitCo Emergency Manager says the Twin Lakes diversion tunnel will be turned off sometime on 7/4/2019. The tunnel is currently diverting 550 CFS; North Star could see flows or 1300-1400 CFS by Friday. The Ryder Reservoir releases into the Frying Pan River have also increased, and Redstone near the Crystal River is under a flood advisory.
8139 Lazy Glen Open Space Parking 7/02/2019 5:00 PM
Pink tagged GMC vandura CO MKO-959 parked in the fisherman’s lot at LGOS. Will check back tomorrow to see if it’s moved
8139 Stein Park (AVLT) Whitewater 7/02/2019 12:00 PM
Assisted 1559 and 1557 to remove the strainer from under the bridge just above stein park. RANGER STRONG
8135 Open Space Properties Accident/Rescue 7/02/2019 11:00 AM
A call was aired for a biker who had hurt his arm up Tom Blake. I was pretty close so I responded. The biker had just made it into the ambulance when I arrived.
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Campsite found/evicted 7/02/2019 9:30 AM
1557 tagged well kept camp in NW corner of Ute Cemetery. Upon inspection 48 hours later camp had been removed.
8136 Owl Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/01/2019 6:00 PM
Dispatch aired a report of an ATV cruising up and down Owl Creek Trail, "behind the red barn". The RP said it was the OCT despite sounding like it being on Owl Creek Ranch private property. on the bike path. 64 and I responded and were UTL. 64 is going to be in the area tonight and will contact if it does happen.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 7/01/2019 5:30 PM
Bikers riding thru the mall , they said they did not see any signage but had no problem walking.
8137 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/01/2019 3:30 PM
I monitored a parking complaint aired to PCSO about cars triple parked at arbany kittle trailhead. I went by there two hours after the call was aired, the parking lot was not crazy, but I could see how people would triple park, and I definitely think there are some RFC employees and patrons using the lot.
8137 Prince Creek Trail Trails 7/01/2019 12:45 PM
The flooding at prince creek is worse than the last time I was there. The very bottom section of trail is virtually a creek.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 7/01/2019 12:00 PM
Posted biking etiquette and e-bike sandwhich boards at Stein Park and in Woody Creek at the RGT/turnoff to the Tavern.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/01/2019 11:30 AM
One car, no people obvious. The hot springs are virtually unrecognizable. There is mucho agua.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 7/01/2019 10:00 AM
Overheard 48 on a call regarding an alligator "sunning itself" on near BeachGate on river left. I called 48 and she told me the RP and another group saw a 4ft alligator sitting on log out of the water sunning itself.. I did a quick look and spoke to the naturalists before and after there float. No signs of gators. The one naturalist did say last week a person mentioned seeing a large animal swimming but couldn’t ID it. North Star Nessie?? I got wrapped up and was unable to float myself. If someone wants to catch up with 48 later she has the name and #.
8137 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/01/2019 10:00 AM
I opened Fioha meadows this morning. The home owner gate was not yet functional, so I was able to drive down Doris way. I walked the trail and spotted 4 baby coyotes!
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Followed-up on issue 7/01/2019 8:30 AM
The crew at the ball fields asked for ranger coverage to assist with DOL issues.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 7/01/2019 8:00 AM
1559 spotted the same moose near the last switchback on Smuggler mtn. Rd. A larger moose was also reported near the tootsie roll trail.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Signage 6/30/2019 6:30 PM
I picked the demo days no e-bikes signs from cozy, ditch, and seven star. The sign is still up at view, whoever goes there next, please grab it!
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 6/30/2019 4:30 PM
I fielded a report made by Charlie MacArthur that permit holder Gabor with Aspen adventure co. Was trespassing with a private party on south side of river near James H Smith. I reported to 8135.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/30/2019 3:00 PM
Moved vehicle fully blocking eastbound HWY82 at MM 43.0 and facing the wrong way in traffic. Stopped traffic one way and directed motorist out of the road.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 6/30/2019 3:00 PM
Gave phone interview to Scott Condon with Aspen Times regarding the short-term moose closure of Smuggler Mtn Rd.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/30/2019 2:15 PM
DOL with Steve Olszewki from Miami. First time visitors. Leashed upon requesting. Referred to Pitoutside. First contact. VW
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Patrol/Outreach 6/30/2019 11:45 AM
Pink tagged gray electric BMW (CO: AED-851) parked in Stein Park loading zone. Trail below Cemetery Lane Bridge remains closed. A strainer has now formed between Trail and bridge abutment.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 6/30/2019 11:00 AM
Spent several hours on SMR and HCT outreaching folks about young moose in area. Recommended leashing dogs while on smuggler. Moose ended up moving higher up the road in the afternoon and was last seen above Robbie Wade.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 6/30/2019 10:30 AM
Responded to SPOT device activation on Roaring Fork River at Stillwater. Unfounded.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 6/30/2019 8:30 AM
Responded with 65 to moose at 450 Smuggler Mtn. Rd. Young bull moose was agitated and wasn’t interested in leaving road. 65, 75, and I closed trail until moose went back into the woods and warning signage was posted at Mascotte Trail and the upper parking area. Rangers worked area educating visitors and requesting that dogs be leashed. I’ve notified Janet.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/29/2019 7:00 PM
SUP patrolled NSP including back channels leading to far northwest corner of the Preserve. Visitors were mostly behaving themselves. I cleaned up a bucket of trash at the takeout.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/29/2019 5:00 PM
Contacted Alice Franks and her golden Coop on HCT DOL. she said the dog had “just been swimming” and was under the impression that it was ok. I informed her that once they start down the trail the dog does have to be leashed. Talked of the recent wildlife in the area and the narrow trail. She was reluctant to give any additional information as I was entering her into rangermobile so I was only able to get DOB and first/last. First contact, VW
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 6/29/2019 5:00 PM
Pink tagged a scooter and vehicle blocking our new Reserved Parking spot. There wasn’t enough room for our vehicle to fit. Scooter: CO 428-DBG. Lexus SUV: CO 794-UTS
8137 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Trash 6/29/2019 11:30 AM
I picked up the orange fencing trash from the Aspen Mass open space.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 6/29/2019 11:30 AM
Observed large brown colored black bear cross RGT in Woody Creek.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 6/29/2019 10:00 AM
SUP patrolled NSP including back channels leading to far northwest corner of the Preserve. Visitors were mostly behaving themselves. I cleaned up a bucket of trash at the takeout.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Signage 6/28/2019 5:00 PM
Posted “No E-Bike” signage for the demo-days event at View, Cozy, Ditchline and Seven Star.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/28/2019 11:30 AM
DOL with Jennifer Cone out of Cincinnati. Leashes upon requesting. Fielded questions about voice and Sight areas, referred to PitOutside, VW.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/28/2019 11:30 AM
Pink tagged a trailer 696 XYN (CO) that was parked at North Gate. I requested they move immediately.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/27/2019 7:00 PM
Successful Filoha event with RFC. There was some confusion with a sign left by the land owners to park at Penny Hot Springs, otherwise went well. We saw lots of fireflies!
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/27/2019 4:15 PM
Contacted Tyler Coretz and his dog Parker on HCT, DOL. he was aware of the regulations so we talked about the importance of keeping the dog on leash with the wildlife in the area and that the trail is narrow. He was polite and cooperative. First contact, VW
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/27/2019 3:00 PM
Contacted Shelby Smith and her dog Akeba on HCT, DOL. she’s visiting from Denver hadn’t been on the trail before. Chatted about the regulations and tight trail. First contact, VW.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/27/2019 9:15 AM
Contacted Rebecca Mersky and her dogs River and Angus DOL. She is new to the area and wanted to “let the dogs run and there is literally no where to take them off leash”. I informed her of the new regulations on Jaffee River trail. First contact, VW.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Special Event 6/26/2019 9:00 PM
Nice evening for the first RFC-OST Filoha event. No fireflies seen, but guests were happy. We saw GBH, an elk herd with calves, and bats. C. Nelson has posted multiple signs, a sandwich board with a folder of pamphlets about the bridge, and a chain with “no trespassing” signs, but our access was not impeded and I never spoke with the property manager. See report. Please caravan with guests from Carbondale P&R, turnaround en masse at the first Redstone bridge, and park facing with the flow of traffic in the CDOT ROW between Dr. Johnson’s two driveways.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Trash 6/26/2019 3:00 PM
Monitored call for “suspicious” whiten bucket of “unknown hazardous material” in Brush Creek Trail intersection with the Intercept Lot. 75 took call.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Mutual Aid 6/26/2019 2:30 PM
Took cold report of shot fired at Braille Trail from “Mike” with AJAX Summer Camp. Forwarded to 75.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Trash 6/26/2019 1:15 PM
UTL on trash reported near Aspen-Mass Trail.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 6/26/2019 1:00 PM
Arbaney-Kittle TH was packed with two horse trailers and many cars. I don’t recognize cars from the Roaring Fork Club and I didn’t see any clothes on hangers, uniforms, etc. in the cars, like I saw in staff cars last summer. We should do an early AM (0700 or 0800) patrol to check for employees arriving at the lot.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Ticket Follow-up 6/26/2019 1:00 PM
Received confirmation that Ride the Rockies has received the certified mailed penalty assessment.
8135 Crystal River Valley Penny Hot Springs 6/26/2019 11:00 AM
2 cars, 1 RV, and 3 Germans on motorcycles at Penny Hot Springs. Minimal trash. Human waste situation down by the river has improved. Three shallow pools have been built up against road embankment.
8135 Crystal River Valley Agriculture/Lease 6/26/2019 11:00 AM
Chased two weeks of Bill Fales’ cows off the Crystal Trail back into their pasture. It appears the fence is sagging near a gate and cows can escape if motivated.
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 6/26/2019 8:30 AM
Yesterday I was approached by Elizabeth Boyles on Wildwood lane about regrading the road on Wed-Thur 6/25-6/26. Boyles asked if road and bridge could supply signage stating road work was underway to slow down traffic while the contractor worked on sections of wildwood lane. I reached out the S. Mattice and he informed me that the road was not owned by the County (rather the Forest Service) and so they would not provide any signage. This morning, After speaking with 8135 I brought out 3 cones and one of the older orange sandwich boards to use. Boyles was very pleased that we were willing to help.
8136 Gerbaz Parking 6/25/2019 4:30 PM
I pink tagged the Hypand Landscaping trailer left at the fishing access. I specified that the parking area was reserved for OST day use or with permission from the landowner as this is not actually owned by the county. There is also a large machine that looks unrelated tucked in that area as well. Looks like there is a large project happening in the area soon. Possible to testable the bridge? I’ll check it out tomorrow.
8136 East of Aspen Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/25/2019 2:30 PM
Educational contact with Curt Weissman about drone use on OST. Weissman was using an app called Airmap to find appropriate places to fly his drone (with a license). With Airmap and other apps such as Dronebuddy pilots can reserve an airspace location and time. Evidentially OST is not recognized on these apps and just passed Southgate on the EoA Trail is eligible for reservation. 8135 is going to reach out to the websites/apps to see if we can get OST on the maps.
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 6/25/2019 2:00 PM
Educational contact with “Jen” at Jaffee Park wetlands with DOL. Due to recent policy change and confusing sign, I decided to explain wildlife rationale for leash law in wetlands area and emphasize that V&S policy is a pilot project that could be revoked if problems arise. I handed out leash and explained leash/bags requirement of County code. Conversation started confrontationally, but ended civilly. This area should be patrolled multiple times a week with emphasis on leash and V&S (plus bags/leash) enforcement. I’ve added it to the Weekly/Monthly Sheet. Easy access is from RGT via single track.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/25/2019 1:30 PM
Took call from “Billy L.” regarding dangerous traffic conditions at Stillwater/MM 43.0, people and vehicles in road, boater traffic, etc. I’ve spoken with Billy before; he is a property manager who manages several properties near Wildwood. Forwarded extra patrol request to 71. 8137 was in area, but we’re limited in what we can do in terms of traffic enforcement.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/25/2019 1:00 PM
I observed what appeared to be a fisherman walking toward the bank downriver of Northgate. After a SUP boarder spoke to him he came back to the trail. I contacted Clifford Harlan out of Louisville and he explained that he was unfamiliar with regs and immediately came back to the trail after the SUP boarder informed him there was no fishing allowed on the shore. Since I watched this happen I believed Harlan and provided him with info, PitOutside, and issued a VW.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/25/2019 11:30 AM
Took phone call from confused cyclists at BC Park & Ride (Intercept Lot) trying to find RGT. Gave directions.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/25/2019 11:30 AM
Dropped off outreach materials with Planning & Outreach Staff for Aspen Farmer’s Market and Bike to Work events.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/24/2019 2:30 PM
I took the new SUP out for a river patrol. It performed well, I paddled up river from South Gate to past the herons best, then floated back down. The pump took a long time, and the board turns slowly, but it is awesome!
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 6/24/2019 2:00 PM
Smuggler was packed but the sign for park employees only sign worked and there was a spot open!
8137 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 6/24/2019 11:30 AM
There are three signs up near lollipop and tootsie roll that are out of the ground or broken. I email Brian long about it.
1557 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 6/24/2019 10:15 AM
On Burlingorge trail DOL teen aged female with a very small brown dog .
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/23/2019 1:30 PM
Steven Halls and DOL Buster . VW
8137 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 6/23/2019 11:30 AM
8139 and myself did a walk through of airport ranch open space and mills open space this morning. The tent under 82 is still there. There was some evidence of possible campers on mills in the eastern flat spots, where 8135 tagged a tent last year. There was also a white Honda parked up top next to a fire ring. 71 joined us to contact the car, it was unoccupied, we obliterated the fire ring.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 6/23/2019 8:00 AM
Contact with Brenda regarding the importance of not texting while riding . She did not care.
8137 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 6/22/2019 4:00 PM
The tent has been removed from Moore open space!
8137 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 6/22/2019 2:15 PM
There were a surprising number of vehicles parked at Arbany Kittle trailhead. May be people accessing the roaring fork club again, something to keep an eye on.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 6/22/2019 2:00 PM
The sandwich board at basalt high school had lost its sign, the screws pulled out the rubber stoppers. Luckily the sign was close by. I brought both items back to the ranger station to reinforce the rubber to the sandwich board.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/22/2019 1:30 PM
Contacted Kierra Lichiter and her puppy Harvey DOL. Chatted about the differences in regulations between HCT and smuggler. Also explained the importance of keeping the dog leashes with high water / wildlife in the area. Polite, complaint. VW
8137 Prince Creek Trail Signage 6/22/2019 11:30 AM
I placed a trail may be flooded sign at the bottom of the prince creek trail. The flooding had been mitigated by someone since yesterday, but could easily come up and flood the trail again.
8137 Jaffee Park Parking 6/21/2019 4:45 PM
I pink tagged a wooden trailer at Jaffee park. Co. Lic. 249-DBI. Will check back on it tomorrow.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 6/21/2019 3:00 PM
I passed out e-bike pamphlets to most rental shops in town. I went by blazing adventures, aspen bike rentals, the hub, Velo, Aspen bicycles, Ute city, and four mountain sports. I had very good discussion with most bike shops, and have the most concern with Velo and aspen bike rentals. One of the employees at Velo asked me repeatedly when e-bikes would be allowed on single track? And said he wished they were allowed now!
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/21/2019 2:30 PM
Responded to a call about two dune buggies up on smuggler. 77 also responded. No contact was made.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 6/21/2019 1:30 PM
Hunter creek is open.
8135 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 6/21/2019 11:30 AM
8138 and I tagged a camp on Moore open space after receiving an email with a photo and location of the camp this morning.
8137 Administration Signage 6/21/2019 9:30 AM
I drilled holes in all the new moose and closure signage. I stored them in he closet. Should be ready to go when we need them!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 6/19/2019 8:30 PM
No campers parked in any lots at North Star Preserve. RVs dealt with earlier are gone.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/19/2019 8:00 PM
Very nice float with RFC and guests. We eddied our for half hour waiting for three moose (two hills and a cow) to leave riverbank. All other river users, including Erik Skarvan, did the same and gave moose ample space. Educated one couple with well behaved dog on SUP board about moose vs. dog dangers. Also observed mallards, muskrat, GBH, and herd of elk. Enjoyable evening.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 6/19/2019 7:30 PM
Observed man enter meadow in North Star Preserve from HWY82 and unleash small dog (young pit-bull?). Dog immediately ran in direction of moose before being called back. I had your group eddy out, paddled to shore, and started hiking towards man to issue a citation. Man left in white pickup truck with trailer before I could contact him. Blazing Adventures shuttle driver later told me he informed the man he wasn’t allowed to bring a dog into the Preserve, but the man was a “Texan” and didn’t care. GOA.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 6/19/2019 5:45 PM
Reminded bikers to walk thru the Mall.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 6/19/2019 5:30 PM
Resolved parking dispute at Wildwood river access. One private vehicle parked in another private vehicle, and a family thought they were stuck. Stashed keys were eventually found and stuck vehicle recovered.
8137 Administration Maintenance 6/19/2019 5:30 PM
I filled the blue water jug and put it in the back of 108.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Issued written warning 6/19/2019 3:30 PM
Kaylee Hathaway, not very polite, dog chased wildlife while I was contacting about leash. Upgraded to Written Warning
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Issued written warning 6/19/2019 3:30 PM
Lisa Howard, now knows the city leash laws also. 2nd contact. Written.
8135 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 6/19/2019 3:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Sally Bernard for DOL (“Tully” female yellow lab) on Stein Trail doing Burlingame-ABC loop. First warning. Referred to Pitkin Outside and discussed wildlife rationale for leash regulation.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Called to scene 6/19/2019 2:45 PM
Responded to 600 block of Durant for Ped Vs. Vehicle. 50 F, injuries on right side at point of impact. Basic patient care until Ambi showed up.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 6/19/2019 2:00 PM
Submitted D. Edelman ticket to court. Sent certified mail ticket to D. Moynihan (Ride the Rockies). Accepted payment from Sandler/Lee and mailed, along with report, to Eagle County Open Space.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Everything great 6/19/2019 2:00 PM
Posted "High Water" signage along river corridor
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 6/19/2019 1:00 PM
Contacted Lange and James (Elk Mtn) to remind him of group size limit of 6 participants for North Star floats related to a social media post of at least 11 floaters. Sounds like post was from an old photo and not of clients (no life jackets). EME Removed photo from web and reiterated dedication to being good stewards.
8137 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 6/19/2019 11:15 AM
Dog off leash with Reed Beidleman. Not carrying leash or poop bag, clearly walked past the sign at Lani White Trailhead. Apologetic and compliant. First contact. Verbal warning.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 6/19/2019 10:45 AM
The smuggler parking areas were completely full and overfull when I rolled up at 1030!
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/19/2019 9:30 AM
Lots of traffic on the upper Rio this morning. 100% compliance!
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 6/19/2019 8:45 AM
Assist Karen with a bicycle break issue.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 6/19/2019 8:30 AM
The Tioga camper was parked at North gate yesterday and this morning, and I also noticed a teal Chevy pickup with camper on back, with license plates co. UQA-954 parked last night and this morning. I spoke with a lady, owner of Chevy. She Talked a lot, but I just told her she would be ticketed if they parked overnight again. She claimed tioga owner is her husband and works at the little Nell!
8135 Crystal River Valley Illegal Camping 6/18/2019 5:00 PM
Patrolled parcel of Open Space south of Redstone CG on report from 8202 of Subaru parked on Redstone Blvd. near green tent in the woods between river and road. Located a square of matted down grass. Hard to tell if USFS or OST jurisdiction. GOA.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 6/18/2019 4:00 PM
Pools flooded. Three cars in lot. One car of people cleaning camp dishes; one contractor vehicle with person likely napping.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Signage 6/18/2019 4:00 PM
Added no fishing, no hunting, and please stay on trail icons to the gate at James H.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Ticket Follow-up 6/18/2019 3:45 PM
Fielded several questions and concerns from Charlie MacArthur about protocol of tree removal in North Star preserve, and Rangers role in communicating safe practices to the public. I listened.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 6/18/2019 1:00 PM
Sent email to all North Star outfitters reminding them of commercial group size limit of 6 people including guide. I advised them to stagger groups and make sure they don’t meet up on the water.
8135 Red Wind Point Wildlife 6/18/2019 12:00 PM
Spoke with Mary Harris who will be conducting a bird survey in the Red Wind Point upper mesa closure on 6/18 at approx. 0700. Harris drives a white Subaru Outback.
1559 City Golf Course Called to scene 6/18/2019 11:45 AM
Responded to Chatfield Trail for reports of moose and looky-loos. Met 143 and 121; moose moved into a better hidden location. Cleared to prevent more attention.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Mutual Aid 6/18/2019 11:30 AM
Staged at base of Smuggler for “assault” on Smuggler Mtn Rd. Dog jumped on hiker and hiker reportedly “shoved” dog owner. 79 and 77 met both parties on road near 450 Smuggler Mtn Rd. 48 joined due to dog issue. I stayed out of the way to avoid traffic congestion. Cleared and left call to law enforcement. Andrea Holland, dog owner, elected not to press charges. 48 elected not to cite Holland for dog at large. Holland has had multiple past warnings and a ticket for dog offenses.
8137 Redstone Boulders OS Illegal Camping 6/18/2019 10:45 AM
Took a a call from 8202 of a tent located between the road and the river south of the red stone campground. Per our map, I’m not sure if this is our property. I tried to call 2220, with no response. We may check on it later today.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Closure violation 6/18/2019 10:30 AM
Notice a gentleman with fishing rod strapped to back entering James H. Smith. Followed potential angler to river and observed a couple of casts. Upon contacting, he was very apologetic and said he read sign carefully and no mention of "no fishing". Verbal Warning seemed appropriate. Followed up with 8138 and 8135 about No Fishing icon at James H entrance.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Followed-up on issue 6/18/2019 9:45 AM
Contacted Blazing Advetures who pulled into and started unloading a bike fleet outside of their time slot. Clarified time sloots and helped move bikes out of parking lot and into the park. Assisted with traffic control moving van. New girl.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/18/2019 9:30 AM
I posted the new moose signage at wildwood on the lips, and I removed the sandwich board. The naturalists sent me two texts with report of bear at wildwood dumpster and a bull moose near the herons nest.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/17/2019 4:00 PM
Tried tracking down a couple and their dog in an orange vest walking the bottom section of glassier. As I got closer, the dog turned into their son. I need glasses...
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/17/2019 12:00 PM
Camper is still parked at North Gate and has been since at least 0830 hours. It is parked differently than last night and I’m waiting to hear from 72 if it was parked there last night. I requested an extra patrol.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/17/2019 11:00 AM
Received a call for a small dog loose on the Rio at mm 39. I could not find any dogs without their owners.
8136 Emma Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/17/2019 9:30 AM
Checked the camera in the underpass for Janet. GPS does work and sends Janet a notification if someone walks away with it. There is a birds nest near the camera.. Two birds crashed into me constantly while trying to get the camera off. Good luck to whoever goes there next.
8136 Emma Homestead Patrol/Outreach 6/17/2019 9:00 AM
I screwed the lock back into the door. It is obviously easy enough to unscrew it again. We should prob keep checking on this.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 6/17/2019 8:15 AM
Made contact with a family on bikes headed down the trail riding 2/3 abreast . informed them to be more aware of oncoming riders.
1557 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Everything great 6/16/2019 5:45 PM
Late day and everyone is on best behavior.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 6/16/2019 1:00 PM
Responded to second “all call” swiftwater rescue of the day at 711 bridge. 3 swimmers flipped at the Fisherman’s Park wave feature. 2 swimmers quickly self rescued. The third was found later as I was meeting with command.
8135 Jaffee Park Accident/Rescue 6/16/2019 11:00 AM
A swift water call came in for a missing lady who was part of a rafting group that flipped. They flipped near Jaffee Park. 8137 and 8135 helped with the search. She ended up self rescuing. I cleared and 8137 attended the debrief.
8136 Emma Homestead Patrol/Outreach 6/16/2019 10:30 AM
The Emma General Store lock was unscrewed from the wooden door and wide open. I checked it out but no one around. I was going to screw it back together but the swiftwater at Jaffee happened and I left.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/16/2019 9:30 AM
Flooding is about the same as yesterday. Still room to go around it.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 6/16/2019 8:00 AM
Noticed a camper parked at North Star first thing in the morning. I recognized this camper from around town and know we have tagged it before. The camper is Tioga Winnebago CO QMZ-654. The owner was out so informed dispatch and had a chat. He said he does not park here over night. The camper did not look like it had moved since yesterday, I will have the SO do an extra patrol tonight.
8135 Stein Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/15/2019 4:30 PM
Came across a side-by-side driving down Stein Trail with red and blue lights on. It was the fire department patrolling for strainers. Good talk. Very few people on the river.
8135 Stein Trail Wildlife 6/15/2019 4:00 PM
Fielded some concerns from two women about a bear and her two cubs being out on Stein trail in the evenings. She said people are not having their dogs on leash. I’ll patrol this area this evening and we should all spend more time here.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/15/2019 4:00 PM
Got a report of flooding/erosion on RGT near Dart mm28.5 8139 checked it out and found the Wheatley Western Ditch overflowing a bit. Riders have good sightline here and room to go around on the soft surface. I went later and put Trail Flooded signs. I’ll check on it tomorrow.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/15/2019 2:00 PM
North Star is officially in flood stage!
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/14/2019 5:15 PM
Took a call about a squatter camp up Snowmass Creek Rd. 2220 was off duty but I sent him an email detailing the location along with the RP's contact info.
8136 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/14/2019 2:30 PM
I spoke with Art Kafrisen, property owner adjacent to Glassier. I cleared up the difference between OST and BLM regulations. I cited Sandler and Lee for trespass and they said Kafrisen told them access was OK. Boundaries and regs are clear now.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/14/2019 11:00 AM
DOL x2 with Pam Root and Tom Bernhardt from Austin TX. First time on RGT. Leashes upon requesting. VW
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 6/14/2019 10:30 AM
Cleaned up the camp at junk yard rapid with 8137. The water was right up to the tent but not yet washed away.
8137 Glassier Open Space Signage 6/13/2019 3:00 PM
Per Gary, I locked the two bottom gates at Glassier open. I also intercepted a dog walker who entered through the gate across from the Glassier ranch house. She told me it was not locked. I checked the gate and locked it.
1559 Marolt Open Space Found resource damage 6/13/2019 2:45 PM
Cut up and removed damaged picnic table from Bergman Trail area
8136 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/13/2019 1:00 PM
I saw a kid flying a kite near the paraglide landing zone in the meadow. I turned around and he must have left in a vehicle. GOA
1557 Campus/Moore Properties Dog off leash - education contact 6/13/2019 11:15 AM
Gretta with large brown &white mixed bred dog . first contact VW.
8137 Stein Park (AVLT) Parking 6/13/2019 11:00 AM
Tagged a black Toyota forerunner co 836-WTO. Parked in the rafting loading and unloading zone.
8136 Crystal Trail Commercial Permit Check 6/13/2019 9:30 AM
By 0930 hours there were no marshals at the designated locations along HW133 for RTR. It appeared most of the participants had made it through the area before this time. The permit said the area would be impacted between 0800-1100 so I was expecting to see something. Benefit of the doubt?
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 6/12/2019 5:30 PM
Made welfare check with 8138 on man stumbling and falling near HCT and Lone Pine Rd. Man reported head injury from last night and “torn meniscus.” He was very unsteady and having a rough day, but refused ambi. I requested APD make a welfare check on him when he got into town, as he began walking unsteadily in the street.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 6/12/2019 2:00 PM
Helped move bridge materials in to hunter creek. The contractor noticed boards were rotten on the bridge and it would not be safe to let public through during the work. HelpedTed close bottom of HunterCreek trail. Access will be on Lani White Trail. People were not happy about the closure.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Ticket Follow-up 6/12/2019 2:00 PM
Accepted late fine payment from C. MacArthur (Closed Area, Resource Protection).
8135 Seven Star Ranch Signage 6/12/2019 12:30 PM
Removed seasonal closure sign near 7 Star “Welcome Sign” that was left from last month.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Commercial Permit Check 6/12/2019 10:00 AM
Monitored RTR route from Snowmass to Emma. All marshals were in place and most cyclists were on route. Only violation Observed was aid station w/o permit at BHS TH.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 6/11/2019 5:00 PM
Contact with Brian Alvarez with dog “Marley off leash on the east of aspen trail. He was on his bike, I gave him a leash. But he decided to go in the road with dog off leash. He was very nice though. VW
8135 Owl Creek Trail Special Event 6/11/2019 5:00 PM
Acted as a marshal for RTR from approx. 1300-1600 out of concern for public safety. RTR failed to post any event notice or direction signage and failed to post any marshals on OST. I briefly spoke with the race director, Deirdre Moynihan, face to face. Moynihan was uncooperative and difficult; I informed she was out of compliance with her permit and would be receiving a fine.
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 6/11/2019 2:15 PM
In my last few contacts at Jaffee, dog owners were not always prepared with leashes for their dogs. I also encountered two parties with more than two dogs off leash and no leashes or poop bags!
8137 Sky Mountain Park Signage 6/11/2019 1:00 PM
The signs in sky mountain park are getting loose, if you remember bring a tool with you to tighten them, same at glassier. Also, the pedestrian icon at deadline has been vandalized again.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Dog Offense 6/11/2019 12:00 PM
Made 5 DOL contacts on City trails (AABC and Marolt Trail). Most were pleasant. One man with son on MTBs was reluctant to hold leash and argued letting leash drag was OK. After contact the man biked towards OCT. 8138 responded to check if he headed towards Sky MP or let dog off-leash again. UTL.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Mutual Aid 6/11/2019 9:30 AM
Assisted PCSO and AVFD on gas leak call at S. 7th Street that shutdown Marolt Trail and planned RTR route for one hour; luckily cyclists had not yet reached town. Made multiple DOL educational contacts on Marolt Trail during call.
1557 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/11/2019 8:30 AM
Contact made with the Lorna Dubois And white toy poodle. Dog off leash, verbal warning.
8135 Roaring Fork River Illegal Camping 6/10/2019 5:30 PM
8136 and I located the camp reported by boaters. It’s a somewhat remote partially collapsed tent down at the riverside. The site appears recently used. Rising water will flood the site soon and we should act quick to prevent junk entering river.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/10/2019 12:00 PM
Put up the unloading signs at wildwood and still water.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 6/09/2019 6:00 PM
Took report of lost yellow SUP paddle, Werner brand (Aspen Bike Rentals), call rental customer at 9084209554, if found.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/09/2019 6:00 PM
Moved along three cars blocking traffic at Stillwater/MM 43.0 and loading SUP boards.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 6/09/2019 4:30 PM
Two moose caused traffic jam at mm 43.5 near the beach. Moved cars along and kept people on the trail.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/09/2019 3:00 PM
Returned a call to Lee Ann Volt who left a message about moose at Northstar. I also moved one sandwich board with moose info to wildwood. Signage log updated.
8135 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 6/09/2019 2:00 PM
Redstone was slammed. All parking in lots and on roadside was taken. Did a little bit of roving outreach in Redstone Park. River is running fast enough to easily cause a swiftwater incident.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 6/09/2019 2:00 PM
FYI: APD phone #s = 970-274-4(officers 3-digit number)
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Trails 6/09/2019 1:45 PM
Parts of the James H Smith loop are under water and impassible
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 6/09/2019 1:30 PM
8 cars of people at Penny Hot Springs checking out the flooded springs. No hot water to be had.
1557 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Cyclist contact 6/09/2019 1:30 PM
Contact made with several cyclists riding across ballfields in the Iselin area.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/09/2019 1:00 PM
located a bike reported stolen near HC apartments. Connected with 110 and the bike owner to return it.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/09/2019 12:30 PM
Contact with Gabriela Maazouz with grey large dog “Marley” off leash. First contact. Verbal warning
8135 Crystal Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/09/2019 12:30 PM
Marshaled intersection of Prince Creek Trail and Crystal Trail for Pedaleando event with 8136. Good turnout. Maybe 100 kids. Event was bilingual, safe, and fun (and fed us tacos).
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Agriculture/Lease 6/09/2019 11:00 AM
Nearby ditch overflowed and flooded a house at 26509 HW82. SO contacted RFC to fix the issue. They came and blamed it on POST. I met with cooper the lessee at LGOS to see if it was the case. We figured it’s not related to OST but will clarify more tomorrow with Paul H. Someone had fixed the problem by the time Cooper, the SO, and I got there.
8135 Jaffee Park Whitewater 6/09/2019 10:00 AM
Set out push broom at Jaffee Park for boater use throughout the summer.
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 6/09/2019 10:00 AM
Patrolled AROS east of Owl Creek with 8137. UTL on reported camp. Likely located upstream on river right below RGT near pavement-dirt junction. Also spooked a bear from within 15-20’.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Called to scene 6/09/2019 9:30 AM
Responded to dog in a ditch call on Sunnyside Trail. Dog was retrieved by owner before my arrival. They were very relieved.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/08/2019 2:00 PM
2220 asked for assistance at wildwood. It was very busy and people were not happy about parking. 2220 gave out tickets and I stuck around to let people know what to do. 8137 switched out with me for a bit.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 6/08/2019 12:00 PM
Jerry from the Hunter Longhouse told me he saw a bear near the HC trailhead with a plastic shopping bag stuck/hanging from its rear end.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 6/08/2019 11:00 AM
Busy up on SMP today. I fielded a few concerns on airline being too busy for multiple traffic directions.
8136 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 6/08/2019 10:30 AM
DOL with John Pouchot. Lives in the ABC and has new pup. Informed of the regs, referred to PitOutside and suggested Jaffee as nearby Voice and Sight area. First contact. VW
8137 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 6/08/2019 10:00 AM
Took a report from multiple raft guides reporting a tent along the RFR at the junkyard rapid. 1559 and myself searched up from Jaffee River trail. We were UTL. Junkyard rapid is between 37 and 37.5 on the Rio.
8137 Jaffee Park Signage 6/08/2019 9:00 AM
I added the icon signs to the gate at Jaffee. No Motor vehicles, no camping, no fires, and no hunting.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Accident/Rescue 6/07/2019 3:00 PM
Responded to medical call for two cyclist collision at McFlats Rd and Stein Park. Approx. 40yo and 60yo cyclists collided in roadway and followed by verbal dispute. Dispatch described both parties as “combative.” I assessed scene as safe, separated parties, and waited for the calvary. Both wearing helmets, 60yo abrasions to L. leg, 40yo cyclist abrasions and bruising to legs and abdomen with possible head injury.
8135 Glassier Open Space Ticket Follow-up 6/07/2019 3:00 PM
Spoke with M. Sandler. Agreed to $200 fine amount. Check should be in the mail shortly. Very positive conversation. I referred Sandler to CPW for questions about nuisance bear that visits his deck. I hope both Sandler and Lee will become good neighbors down the road.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road E-bike Contact 6/07/2019 3:00 PM
A cyclist contacted me to report seeing e-bikes on the trails behind the sign often lately.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 6/07/2019 2:45 PM
I spotted a young man with small white dog off leash just east of Deer Creek on the middle section of the Rio. I parked below him to intercept, but he disappeared. I assume to one of the nearby houses. Keep an eye out!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 6/07/2019 2:30 PM
Hazed brown-colored black bear that walked towards me in RGT upstream of Stein Bridge. Good opportunity to educate watching trail users on how to react to a bear.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Ticket Follow-up 6/07/2019 2:00 PM
Made courtesy call to C. MacArthur regarding his over due fine payment. Left voicemail.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/07/2019 12:30 PM
Pink tagged construction trailer parked in North Lot.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/07/2019 10:45 AM
Contact with Stephanie Ferry with dog Karma (small white) off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. First contact. VW.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Training 6/07/2019 9:00 AM
Led first annual ACES naturalist North Star training and orientation with 8136.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/06/2019 1:30 PM
Interviewed by Jason Auslander, Aspen Times, regarding North Star summer 2019 challenges, successes, and messages for the public.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Fire 6/06/2019 11:00 AM
Monitored wildland fire call reported near RGT in Woody Creek. Unfounded. Smoke observed by RP at gravel pit.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 6/06/2019 8:00 AM
Shaboomee has an expired insurance certificate for 2019 and has not applied for a USFS permit to use Wildwood. If you see them, report Wildwood usage to USFS and consider citing for operation on OST. Additionally, Aspen Adventure Company, Kiwi, and Nomad Inc. have not completed their USFS permit applications and should not be operating at Wildwood.
1559 Marolt Open Space Issued verbal warning 6/05/2019 4:00 PM
Contacted Clay Dahlman W end of Marolt Bridge. 1 off-leash while on bike. Leashed upon asking.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 6/05/2019 3:00 PM
Activated cellphone for ACES North Star naturalists (#970-230-1624).
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Patrol/Outreach 6/05/2019 1:00 PM
City Parks has installed bike lockers in Stein Park for all interested rafting permit holders. The “Whitehouse” locker will be reserved for rangers and stocked with River PPE (see Combos Sheet).
1557 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 6/05/2019 1:00 PM
Justin with a sm black dog heading for Harmony park to play let dog off leash just a bit early.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 6/05/2019 10:00 AM
Worked with Alex Durant (BITS/PCREDC) to develop better Dispatch maps for OST incidents, including swiftwater rescues.
8135 Emma Homestead Patrol/Outreach 6/05/2019 9:00 AM
Security check on Mather House - OK. Collected last of the counters for June.
8135 Emma Homestead Parking 6/05/2019 9:00 AM
Spoke with Catherine (Comm. Dev.). GM at 645 Hunter Creek Rd had been “put on notice” and must come up with parking plan this week to resolve issues on road and at HC TH. Please let me know if issues continue.
1559 Parks Office Campsite found/evicted 6/05/2019 8:30 AM
130 and myself, contacted "Dan" sleeping in Bugsy Barnard. Dan just rolled into town a couple of days ago and travels around via bike. You may see him making paper baskets out cardboard. Seems docile and cooperative. Educated him on city and county regulations.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 6/05/2019 8:00 AM
No one at Penny Hot Springs. All but two small pools are washed out. Disappointing amount of human waste in bushes just upstream of springs. Parking lot is very clean.
1559 Marolt Open Space Called to scene 6/04/2019 6:30 PM
Called to Marolt for a dog running around Bergman with no owner in sight. UTL. Assisted by 107 and 111. Strong showing by the Force.
8135 Glassier Open Space Ticket Follow-up 6/04/2019 5:00 PM
Posted boundary signage along fence of Glassier “boneyard” and followed up with Sandler via email. I will contact again tomorrow and hopefully close out case.
1559 Marolt Open Space Parking issues 6/04/2019 2:30 PM
Contacted Marolt housing project architect to discuss him parking on Marolt open Space. Grass area across from hospital bus stop is not a parking area.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/04/2019 2:00 PM
Found a bag of belongings while doing a Marolt sweep. Later ran into Kevin, who said they were his but was not sleeping there. He has obtained a locker; we urged him to use it.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/04/2019 2:00 PM
Collected another bag of sleeping bags/ blankets in Marolt
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 6/04/2019 2:00 PM
I replaced the mm 40 sign on the upper rio. Just for reference the new carsonite post is at least 12 inches shorter than the old one, it may come out, or get loose.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Campsite found/evicted 6/04/2019 12:45 PM
1559 and myself removed remnants of camp from day before.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 6/04/2019 12:00 PM
Near Wildwood end of east of aspen trail, I picked up an old road bike frame that has been there for a few days. I’m planning on recycling the frame at PW
8135 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 6/04/2019 12:00 PM
Posted moose awareness sandwich boards at HC Valley TH and on HCT at intersection with private drive at request of USFS and Ted. Ted encountered a bull moose multiple times at base of Lower Plunge Trail.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Parking 6/04/2019 12:00 PM
BLM Lot was overflowing with contractor parking. Some bikers parked in driveway near utility building. Tagged all contractor vehicles and made multiple contacts for Comm. Dev. Left voicemail update with Catherine (Comm. Dev.).
8137 Administration Maintenance 6/04/2019 11:15 AM
108 is indicating maintenance required.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 6/04/2019 10:00 AM
Released incident report to both parties involved in cyclist vs. dog near Raceway Dr. Advised both to take further questions to PCSO.
8135 Administration Commercial Permit Check 6/04/2019 10:00 AM
Returned call from MRA in regards to navigation skills training they want to run at Moore OS this Saturday. Directed them to fill out permit app (free for non-profits). Lindsey and Gary ultimately rejected their app, and I referred them to the City to inquire about using Marolt OS.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Wildlife 6/04/2019 8:00 AM
CPW will be out in Filoha today tagging sheep.
8135 Glassier Open Space Ticket Follow-up 6/03/2019 4:30 PM
8137 and I met with Michael Sandler at Glassier to see how he accesses the property and discuss his trespass case. I will consult with GT and make final decision tomorrow.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Ticket Follow-up 6/03/2019 3:00 PM
Spoke with S. Brown - complainant in ebike vs. DOL crash. I informed Brown we would not cite dog owner (warning issued). I will supply Brown with OST report, as he intends to seek damages in small claims court.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Parking 6/03/2019 12:00 PM
Responded to BLM Lot on complaint from USFS. Contractors from 645 Hunter Creek Rd. have taken up entire lot and generated multiple days of complaints to Comm. Dev. Kathrine from Comm. Dev. said she’d contact contractor and consider shutting job down if not resolved.
8136 Jaffee Park Signage 6/03/2019 9:30 AM
Installed Dogs Must Be Leashes signage at the wetlands approx 1.5 miles up JRT. There is also a temporary sign for the same thing on the sandwich board at the base of liaison trail indicating leashes are required giving up that hill. Bills crew will install that sign permanently soon
8135 Administration Illegal Camping 6/03/2019 8:00 AM
2220 ran two parties camped in USFS Station parking area. 2220 also mentioned he’s seen James Hogue hiking with a backpack near East of Aspen Trail. Keep your eyes out.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/02/2019 12:30 PM
Pink tagged a few bikes locked to the wood fence in front of Stillwater bridge kiosk. Requested parking them at the bike rack to avoid blocking trail
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/02/2019 12:00 PM
VW to Kaitlin Smith for walking off the trail near north gate.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/01/2019 4:00 PM
Follow-up sweep of Marolt OS camping sweet spot. One gentleman left over. Helped move his belongings to road and towards day center. Picked up 2 more loads of trash
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 6/01/2019 3:45 PM
West of Emma schoolhouse in Eagle county, 73yo male bike crash, reported broken hip. 8138 was responding, decided to stand down after ambulance and 314 were on scene first. I did not want to get in the way. Monitored radio, and returned to scene to help transport bicycle to Basalt PD.
8136 Glassier Open Space Penalty Assessment 6/01/2019 2:30 PM
Located the Glassier trespassers at mm37 RGT when they stopped for ice cream (Thanks CoA!). Michael Sandler and Jessica Lee cited $600 each for entering the habitat closure 22 or more times.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/01/2019 2:15 PM
I witnessed Dexter Edelman walking from the North Star beach to his vehicle with two dogs off leash. He was unaware of the no dog regulation in the nature preserve. I pointed out the no dog icons that Edelman had walked past to access the beach. I decided to cite Edelman for one dog in a closed area. First contact. Cooperative
8137 Brush Creek Trail Trash 6/01/2019 11:00 AM
Douglas Elliman employees were doing a trash pick up between brush creek trail and road. It is awesomely clean!!!!
1559 Rio Grande Trail Everything great 6/01/2019 11:00 AM
Handed out ice cream to trail users for International Trail Day and gathered comments regarding future Rio Grande Tr amenity projects. Thanks Craig and Jesse. 70 pieces of ice cream gone!
1559 Rio Grande Trail Issued verbal warning 6/01/2019 10:30 AM
Talked with Stacy Thurber about having three dogs off leash on the soft surface Airport ranch trail. She confused in regards to signage at Jaffee Park.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Signage 6/01/2019 10:00 AM
Installed “No Dogs” sign at the top of 7 star with 242.
8136 Wheatley Gulch Patrol/Outreach 6/01/2019 9:00 AM
SO 20 was aired a theft call regarding stolen camping gear near or in Wheatley Gulch I contacted 20 and determined the RP hiked a few miles up to BLM via Wheatley Gulch. He left his expensive camping gear set up for over a week on BLM and it was gone when he returned.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/01/2019 8:30 AM
Evicted 4 gentleman from there camps, tagged previously in week. Today was last day of extension and therefore moving day. Pulled out two unoccupied camps as well. Assistance from 105,121, and 110
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 5/31/2019 12:30 PM
Small bear at mm40.5 on RGT caused some concern. It was being a bear.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Ticket Follow-up 5/30/2019 2:00 PM
Met with C. MacArthur. MacArthur agreed to remove unstable tree per Ted’s specs; you may see him out at JHS with department permission, write an email to all Preserve permits explaining his actions and that permission must be secured from OST before removing any downed trees. The two tickets still stand.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 5/30/2019 1:00 PM
Assisted OST and CPW on closure enforcement at HCT/Lani White. Shortly after releasing hounds, officers shot a bear and requested rangers keep trails closure for another couple hours while they determine if they caught the right animal. I responded to and resolved a 9-1-1 call near the old Library building regarding off-leash dogs (...CPW hounds) chasing a bear.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/30/2019 11:15 AM
Verbal Warning: Meredith Smith for DOL (“Ella” small white dog) at MM41. Referred to Pitkin Outside. First warning.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 5/29/2019 9:30 AM
Dispatch aired a call to 77 regarding a 14 wheeler semi stuck at observation deck SMR. I responded and helped the driver back up to the nearest turnaround (radio tower). His GPS brought him up SMR instead of Red Mountain Rd. “Badger Daylighting”; Wyoming A4010
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 5/29/2019 9:30 AM
Obliterated a fire ring, burned logs, ash, and some cans/trash left on SMR at Radio Tower entrance approx 1 mile up from parking lot.
8135 Congo Trailhead Parking 5/29/2019 9:00 AM
Confirmed Congo TH is open for season. Posted one “day use parking” sign at Loges Spring Rd. Dropped off abandoned ski and poles from trailhead at PCSO.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 5/28/2019 5:30 PM
Signage in Jaffee Park looks great. Educational contact with large Spanish-speaking family in park. Educated on fishing regs, checked permits, and directed to more fishing accesses using Pitkin Outside.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/28/2019 2:30 PM
Turned roadside activity sign near JHS towards traffic. The roadside activity sign near Stillwater appears to have been mounted to a new, permanent base that does not swivel. I’m not sure if Brikor or CDOT moved and remounted our sign. I forwarded question to Ted and Lindsey. Lindsey will address with CDOT.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Ticket Follow-up 5/28/2019 2:00 PM
Arranged for C. MacArthur to meet with OST Admin @ 1400 hrs on Thursday to explain his actions at James H. Smith OS.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Closed Area 5/28/2019 12:00 PM
Patrolled HC-Lani White Trail closure area and added closure tape below staircase to close off both accesses to Lani White Trail. Took at least one reasonable report of bear sighting near upper RGT. Consulted with Phil Nyland (USFS Biologist) and Kurtis Tesch (CPW DWM). Trails will likely be closed through tomorrow.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 5/28/2019 8:00 AM
Received voicemail from CPW regarding report of two golden retrievers chasing a bull moose across HWY82 near North Star on 5/26. No confirmation this occurred on OST property. Jim Kravitz thought he might know he dog owners and I directed him to contact Kurtis Tesch.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Accident/Rescue 5/27/2019 6:30 PM
At 1830 hours, 76 was dispatched to smuggler observation deck for a possible medical. A 911 call was made for a 26 year old female who may have passed out but the reception was bad. I joined 76 after he had determined she was only exhausted and needed to hydrate. I assisted getting other members of the party a ride back into town and cleared at 1930.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 5/27/2019 10:30 AM
8138 and I Closed The lower section of Hunter Creek Trail for CPW after a bear attacked a woman. See report
1559 Marolt Open Space Found resource damage 5/27/2019 10:00 AM
Marolt Museum Parking sign down. Returned to back of Marolt Cafe for reinstallation
1559 Marolt Open Space Issued verbal warning 5/27/2019 10:00 AM
Contacted Sam Swim for two dogs off leash on Marolt housing trail. one dog took a nip at my leg, naughty!
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 5/27/2019 8:00 AM
Cleaned up two abandoned campsites. Picked up one backpack that contained moldy clothing. Discarded all.
8139 James H. Smith Open Space Penalty Assessment 5/26/2019 5:30 PM
issued Charlie Macarthur a penalty assessment for entering a closure and resource damage for cutting the downed tree inside James H. see report
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 5/26/2019 1:30 PM
I placed a wildlife camera in the closed area of James H Smith where the tree is across the river. Get ready for some interesting footage.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 5/26/2019 1:30 PM
I placed a wildlife camera in the closed area of James H Smith where the tree is across the river. Get ready for some interesting footage.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 5/26/2019 1:30 PM
I placed a wildlife camera in the closed area of James H Smith where the tree is across the river. Get ready for some interesting footage.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/26/2019 11:45 AM
Cut down a fallen tree over hunter creek trail with 8138.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 5/26/2019 9:30 AM
Continued outreach and patrol at Jaffee park. Still getting positive feedback about the changes.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Resource Damage 5/25/2019 12:45 PM
Between 1600 yesterday and 1245 today someone has attempted to cut the tree that spans the RF river near James H Smith. I sent an email and pictures.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/25/2019 12:30 PM
On Owl Creek Trail near the red barn, I noticed 2 horses and a mule had broken out of the fence and were on a journey for greener pastures on the Owl Creek trail. I was given the property owners info through dispatch and helped slow down and warn trail and road traffic. I was able to get the two horses in myself but the mule was a mule. After about a half hour the property manager's friend showed up and got the mule back in.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/25/2019 11:00 AM
I cut a few down trees out of the trail on hunter creek and 10th mountain.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/25/2019 10:45 AM
Sofia Chase was walking up Hunter Creek Trail with dog charlie off leash. First contact, verbal warning.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 5/25/2019 10:30 AM
I was tipped off last night about there possibly being two dirt bikers riding airline on 5/24. I rode airline and noted and took photos of obvious dirt bike tracks. I could not confirm if it was one or two. Brian informed me that he had been on the dirt bike on the lower section on Wednesday. These tracks went to the top of airline. The person who informed me did not know who they were, just that he was mad about seeing it.
8135 Jaffee Park Signage 5/24/2019 3:00 PM
Posted voice and site control signs at Jaffee. I also had some good education contacts about it. The folks I talked to seemed to agree about dogs on leash in parking area.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/24/2019 9:30 AM
Took a call for 48 about a woman up smuggler abusing her dog and mentally unstable. I did not contact this woman, I located her and requested a welfare check. 71 responded and I cleared. This is the same woman and German Shepherd as past incidents. See report.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/22/2019 10:00 AM
I laminated obstacle blocking river signs and posted a sandwich board at wildwood. I did not lock the board, because the cable did not reach anything easily.
8137 Owl Creek Trail Trails 5/21/2019 2:45 PM
I cleared owl creek trail of some mid sized aspen trees.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/21/2019 1:15 PM
Andi Bond was walking both her dogs off leash on the Rio Grande Trail near the junction with hunter creek trail. First contact, verbal warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/21/2019 12:00 PM
Cleared off a fair amount of debris off the upper Rio.
8137 Administration Patrol/Outreach 5/21/2019 12:00 PM
I picked up the e-bike brochures from county. They will be by the tickets.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Trails 5/21/2019 9:30 AM
I spent three hours this morning clearing branches and trees off The East of Aspen Trail. Mostly I was fluffing snow off branches to unbend them. Most of the snow then went on my head. It was fun, and I think helpful!
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 5/20/2019 5:30 PM
Subject involved in numerous trespasses on Glassier, potentially from adjacent property or a social trail, reportedly drives a yellow Tesla. He also wears yellow eyeglasses. White male accompanied by an Asian female. Gary observed him in the parking area on Wednesday. Please record a license plate if observed. I am consulting with Gary on the appropriate fine amount. Unless pressed, I recommend documenting and/or casually getting a name and not confronting until our plan is finalized.
8139 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 5/19/2019 4:30 PM
Spent a good chunk of time cleaning OZZY. Putting bikes away muddy/dirty leads to major problems and deteriorates the components causing problems in the future. A spray with the hose after a shift/ride before putting it away will keep them in good shape for the next person that jumps on it. Let’s start making it a habit!
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 5/19/2019 4:00 PM
At 4pm. 3 cars and five people. At Filoha a small (13) heard of sheep, and a large (70) heard of elk.
8137 Prince Creek Trail Parking 5/19/2019 2:45 PM
After fielding a complaint from a disgruntled neighbor, I pink tagged four cars parked on the north side of prince creek on half mile up from our new parking lot. Can we please discuss what to do in the future about these cars? They were not parked in front of a no parking sign. But I think the problem will escalate if not mitigated!
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 5/19/2019 11:00 AM
I placed private property and fishing signage across from Arciero.
8135 Crystal River Valley Training 5/18/2019 4:00 PM
8135, 8136, and 8137 completed Wildland Firefighter Type II training with Carbondale Fire today. Fun day in the field.
8139 Crystal River Valley Trails 5/18/2019 1:00 PM
Opened Tarr
8139 Glassier Open Space Trash 5/18/2019 10:45 AM
Picked up [again] wet wipes from the Glassier parking lot. Think we might need to put a camera up because this has been a persistent problem
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 5/17/2019 3:30 PM
Reported suspicious male (Hispanic male, 20-30yo, long black hair, 6’ 180-200lbs) loitering around USFS campus, urinating on the dumpster, and looking in the garage. I requested APD assistance to ask man to leave. The man continued to behave oddly. Officer Chip Seamans initially handcuffed the man with intent to arrest him for trespassing. Due to man’s odd behavior and my input that he not be arrested, the officers brought him to his residence believing he was intoxicated and/or mentally ill. Call the police if you see him loitering on the property again.
1559 City Golf Course Everything great 5/17/2019 10:00 AM
Used street sweeper to clean chatfield trail and Maroon Creek Bridge of winter debris
1559 Burlingame/Deer Hill Closure violation 5/16/2019 11:00 AM
Contacted a gentleman who made his way on BarX property. Thought the gate was for vehicles only. No sign of camp on area.
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Double w/other officer 5/16/2019 9:00 AM
Roadside and OS clean up with Parks crew. No sign of camp; bike to sheriff.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/16/2019 8:30 AM
Two cars suspected of long term parking at Emma schoolhouse. VW Tiguan CO/KQV-591 & Toyota T100 CO NQI-512
8135 Highway 82 Trash 5/15/2019 11:00 AM
Joined staff HWY82 cleanup. Rallied volunteers to clean up about half of the trash on Airport Ranch OS.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/15/2019 9:00 AM
Felled large hazard tree on HCT with Brian B.
8135 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 5/14/2019 3:00 PM
Took call from Lucy Cerise. The Cerise family will be driving cattle up Glassier to their BLM grazing allotment at approximately 0900 hrs on 5/16. Whoever opens Glassier should be prepared to take some photos and possibly defuse conflict between eager cyclists and ranchers.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 5/14/2019 3:00 PM
GT forwarded complaint from Scott Condon if possible trespass this morning - cyclist entering Buckhorn Traverse from area of upper Glassier. Big guy in a Capt. America jersey. Condon reportedly chewed him out for poaching.
8135 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 5/14/2019 3:00 PM
Introduced myself to two contractors hired by lessees to grade the plot next to the hoop house on Glassier. Friendly guys. When I rolled up they were looking in windows and walking around the homestead. The trailer parked on the west side of the house belongs to the contractors. One of the contractors reported a lessee had some items stolen “awhile back” and was happy to see rangers looking after the place.
8135 Highway 82 Mutual Aid 5/14/2019 12:30 PM
Called in traffic hazard at Brush Creek Rd. and HWY82. A dump truck dropped part of its load in the road and instersection. I stopped traffic in one lane of Brush Creek Rd., set out cones around the dump truck, and assisted in cleanup until 63 had run and warned driver. Good TIM practice!
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Wildlife 5/14/2019 9:30 AM
Forwarded complaint of “aggressive bees” on Old Stage Trail to 1558.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 5/13/2019 2:00 PM
Contacted Wade White and scheduled a time to meet Thursday to issue him a citation for trespassing in SMP.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Signage 5/13/2019 10:00 AM
Installed 3, 30 holers with signs stating “Property Boundary” and “Fishing In Waterway” at Heidi-Johns.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 5/12/2019 3:00 PM
Checked SD cards on Viewline and Seven star after hearing reports of trespassing. We were able to identify one individual from the photos. His name is Wade White out of Aspen. I will be working on getting his contact information and starting the serving process.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Written Warning 5/12/2019 3:00 PM
Contacted Alexander Hood about his dog (COCO) on Brush Creek. Alexander claimed he was not aware of the regulations and would not have brought his dog on the trail if he would have known. I asked him where he came in and he told me just a little ways down from the road by the red house. I confirmed there was no signage. He was very apologetic and said he would not be doing this again. I let him know we are firm on these rules but I would let him off with a written warnin since there was no sign, his dog was leashed, he had no prior contacts, and was understanding. WW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/12/2019 12:30 PM
Removed the bear signage from Stein Park. It appears the mom and cubs have moved out.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/12/2019 11:15 AM
Verbal warning for Carrie Horn. First contact.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/12/2019 11:15 AM
Verbal warning for Kimberly Jarrell. Dog Kai off leash. First contact
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/12/2019 11:15 AM
Verbal warning for Phyllis Starensier for dog off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. First contact. She thought the rules did not apply in the off season.
8136 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/12/2019 10:45 AM
Watched a cyclist bike up Alec's driveway. I waited in the woods to see if he was going to pass the sandwich board. He read it and turned around. He came from DV, not through our gates at the RGT.
8137 Glassier Open Space Written Warning 5/11/2019 2:15 PM
I witnessed Ryan Vanness running down the Glassier trail at 1415pm. He immediately started apologizing and explained calmly that he is not familiar with our trail systems and closures. Vanness explained that by the time he came to the trail closure, turning back was not an option. Vanness was very cooperative, I decided a written warning and a good lecture on wildlife would suffice today. I also guided him to use Pitkin outside for any further questions about local trails.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 5/11/2019 1:00 PM
Outreach opportunities for cyclists riding fast down SMR.
8137 Crystal River Valley Mutual Aid 5/11/2019 11:30 AM
I notified dispatch of very large boulders blocking highway 133. I tried to give accurate information. Bystanders worked to clear a path around on the river side of the road. I was able to get around. I asked if I could help with traffic control, fire on scene said no. An hour later the road was reported closed due to unstable conditions.
8137 Crystal River Valley Counters 5/11/2019 10:45 AM
I harvested the counter data from the prince creek, and crystal river rails.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Patrol/Outreach 5/11/2019 10:30 AM
One car and two people at Penny Saturday morning. Most pools are covered by river, there is one shallow pool that is still warm. Minimal trash and no signs of camping.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 5/11/2019 8:30 AM
Put up two cones on either side of the Wingo Bridge stating, “Trail May Be Damaged”. I received an email with a photo of the rotten board requesting a warning for trail users. I told the RP that the repairs would begin on Monday.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 5/10/2019 5:00 PM
Held the first North Star guide orientation of the year. Shaboomee, Aspen Whitewater, and Nomad showed up. Aspen whitewater will be sending guides to the next orientation.
8135 Wingo Junction River Access Maintenance 5/09/2019 11:30 AM
Work to replace the decking on the Rio Grande Trail bridge over the Roaring Fork River at Wingo is scheduled to begin Monday. Trail users may be stopped for 10- to 15-minute delays (or less) before they are allowed to proceed. The work is expected to require two weeks to complete. The alternate route to bypass the bridge involves going through Basalt via the Emma Trail and Basalt-Old Snowmass Trail.
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Wildlife 5/06/2019 4:00 PM
Removed dead deer from Basalt-Mass Trail. It was old, rancid and likely has been moved around by scavengers, hence our problems finding it.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 5/06/2019 2:00 PM
Reported James Hoge sleeping overnight in gold 4Runner in Stein Park parking lot.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 5/06/2019 2:00 PM
Responded to camp below Marolt pedestrian bridge on City OS in County jurisdiction reported by TO. 1558 tagged camp.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Fire 5/06/2019 12:30 PM
Responded to HCT with Aspen Fire OCO for power line arching against an aspen tree. We stayed on scene until Holy Cross Energy crew arrived.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/06/2019 11:30 AM
Responded to report from JU if possible fisherman (CO: 062-UPQ) in North Star area. Located vehicle. UTL on any fishermen.
8136 Open Space & Trails Counters 5/05/2019 6:00 PM
Prince Creek and Crystal Trail are the last Trafx to get.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 5/05/2019 1:30 PM
Contacted three Bulgarian citizens, Milen Tsvetanov, Orlin Petkov, and Toni Petkov fishing off-trail about 50 yards from HWY82 in North Star Preserve. None of the men had CO fishing licenses. Issued verbal warnings for county code violations, explained legal fishing areas, and referred case to Kurtis Tesch (CPW).
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Mutual Aid 5/05/2019 12:30 PM
Found brown and gray Dakine backpack hanging on dog bag dispenser at base of Smuggler. Dispatch had no reports of a lost backpack. Turned over to 77 (new Deputy “Sage” - Shane Gaumer has left the SO).
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 5/05/2019 12:00 PM
Moved 'Ag Area Leash Law" sandwich board from Emma to Wingo Bridge
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Signage 5/05/2019 11:00 AM
Removed "Leash Law" sandwich board from LGOS bridge. Stored board in lockup - sign in RS closet.
8135 Highway 82 Parking 5/05/2019 10:00 AM
As of yesterday or sometime earlier, the west, dirt section of the Intercept Lot is closed, chained off, and posted with City of Aspen no trespassing signs.
8135 Highway 82 Maintenance 5/05/2019 10:00 AM
Installed Kuat bike rack on 107. I took it apart and reassembled, but it still rocks badly side to side.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/05/2019 8:30 AM
Observed dog paw prints on North Star Beach.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 5/04/2019 5:00 PM
Cleaned up trash from old camps on Mills OS. Collected two abandoned hammers and a small shovel as well. Chatted with 21 in the Intercept Lot. 21 said deputies checked on the viaduct camp, but didn’t contact anyone. We suspect site likely belongs to Dandy Vickery, as it is one of his favored spots. I observed Vickery board a RFTA bus at the Intercept Lot sometime in the last two weeks, so the ID seems reasonable.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/04/2019 4:30 PM
Patrolled perimeter of Sky MP. No sign of trespass at Viewline gate. Made an educational contact with dog walkers on Highline Trail regarding the closure, they were genuinely excited to see a ranger and already aware of regs.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 5/04/2019 3:30 PM
Cut 2 down trees across 10th Mountain Trail.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Trails 5/04/2019 1:30 PM
Cut three downed trees with chainsaw and removed from Smuggler Mtn Rd. below “Silverbrick” residence on OST and County property.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 5/04/2019 12:30 PM
Observed many piles of moose scat on 10th Mtn and HC Cutoff trails. Typed up trail conditions report for JU.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/04/2019 12:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Natalie Chagnon for DOL (golden retriever) on HCT below Benedict Bridge. Pointed out locations of regulatory signs (at all HCT accesses) and referred to Pitkin Outside. Chagnon and friend appeared somewhat shocked that there was a leash law in effect.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 5/04/2019 12:00 PM
Cozyline has no signs of trespass. Some deer have been using it.
8136 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/04/2019 9:30 AM
No signs of bike or foot traffic on Glassier.
8136 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/04/2019 9:30 AM
Removed more litter at the parking area. Same spot. No one around.. busy on the RGT down here though.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Trails 5/04/2019 9:30 AM
Removed large downed branches from East of Aspen Trail and James H. gate.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 5/03/2019 5:00 PM
NS is picking up. 5 paddle boarders, two folks walking through JH Smith, and runners on EoA.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/03/2019 3:00 PM
Watch out for ticks! Got one somewhere along the TrafX collecting.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/03/2019 2:00 PM
Pam Fisher reported a bumper and possibly a submerged vehicle in the RFR near mm39. Dispatch asked only me to go since it sounded “weird” and probably unlikely. I thoroughly looked through the area and came up UTL. I spoke with Fisher twice while I was in the area- just downriver of Slaughterhouse Falls (not in the whitewater, below it). Fisher still believes there is a car in there, despite coming up UTL and explaining the river is not deep enough to submerge a vehicle. She wants me to meet with her this week to go together. Let me know if you see it!
8136 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 5/03/2019 12:00 PM
Picked up a few rafts from FS 2220.
8136 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/02/2019 3:30 PM
Jerry called asking when the porta potty would be delivered to Basalt High School. It will be there beginning Monday, 5/6.
8136 Glassier Open Space Trash 5/02/2019 10:00 AM
Wet wipes left in parking area. No sign of anyone this morning.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 5/01/2019 5:00 PM
Large herd of elk grazing in meadow by Cozyline Trail gate.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 5/01/2019 2:00 PM
Appeared on Grassroots TV “Homeless in Aspen” with BL and Dr. Savage to talk about homelessness on Open Space.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 5/01/2019 11:00 AM
I moved the OST hats into a closet in the Ranger Station (near the copier).
8139 Brush Creek Trail Maintenance 5/01/2019 11:00 AM
Reported a displaced slat on the bridge near the rodeo lot on Brush Creek trail to TO. Flagged it to alert trail users.
8135 Red Wind Point Closed Area 5/01/2019 8:30 AM
Very wet and cold morning on the Crystal. Opened up Red Wind Point OS for the season. Swapped out SD card in camera and installed better signage at both entrances.
8135 Red Wind Point Verbal Warning 5/01/2019 8:30 AM
Verbal Warning: Connie Knuth for DOL (one ancient husky off-leash and one on leash). I’ve contacted Knuth before in the Crystal and she reacted in an extremely volatile manner. Knuth and I discussed wildlife rationale for the RWP seasonal closure and leash regulation. I explained problem of Crystal River Country Estates residents trespassing on the closure. Knuth stated she knew one possible trespasser and promised to speak with her. I decided to give Knuth one last opportunity to buy into the resource protection cause before issuing her a ticket.
8139 Wheatley Gulch Trails 5/01/2019 8:00 AM
Removed seasonal closures on Wheatley Gultch, and seasonal dog restriction signs from Dart- Wheatley ag zone.
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Trails 4/30/2019 3:00 PM
Followed up on second complaint of dead deer near Basalt-Mass Trail. Drove full trail from LZG to Fisherman’s Park. UTL.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Mutual Aid 4/30/2019 1:30 PM
Assisted 116 in attempting to locate dog owner near HC TH for welfare check. UTL. Subject eventually walked into City Hall, caused a scene, and multiple officers responded.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Fire 4/30/2019 12:00 PM
Requested case reports from RFFR and Eagle SO related to the Glassier OS fire.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 4/30/2019 12:00 PM
Removed dog waste sign from Smuggler. Updated log.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Ticket Follow-up 4/30/2019 11:00 AM
Confirmed K. Schappert case has been dismissed due to late payment.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 4/30/2019 10:00 AM
Met with Co-responder Program. I am researching ways for rangers to better interface with mental health crisis workers and referrals.
8135 Emma Open Space Trails 4/30/2019 9:00 AM
Toured new Emma OS/Light Hill trail access on lower RGT with Paul H. Access will be improved in a few weeks and I advised on regs sign placement (no dogs, no bikes).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Maintenance 4/30/2019 9:00 AM
The Rio Grande Trail bridge over Sopris Creek, just below Emma Road, will be closed ‪starting May 1‬ for deck repair. The work zone will be closed to trail users, 24-7, for about two weeks. A detour will follow Emma Road and a two-track dirt road just west of the bridge.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 4/29/2019 9:00 AM
Dismissal of G. Bauer from court docket has been confirmed (due to late payment). K. Schappert dismissal is pending.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 4/29/2019 9:00 AM
Weekly/Monthly Task Sheet is love (see Ranger Patrol Log 2019).
8135 Administration Closed Area 4/29/2019 9:00 AM
The section of the Rio Grande Trail between Rock Bottom Ranch and Catherine Bridge will reopen for season Tuesday 4/30 at 5pm. Keep an eye out trespassers at Glassier entering via Buckhorn Traverse.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 4/29/2019 9:00 AM
OST Crew has moved last items from the ranger storage locker. I changed the door combo - see Sheets.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 4/28/2019 4:30 PM
Monitored a shots fire call 65 responded to. The RP heard shots fired near Phillip's Hill. 65 was investigating on the Rio. Negative contact.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/28/2019 3:00 PM
DOL with Jason Elliott near Duffy Wiggles. Friendly and apologetic. Referred to voice and sight areas. First offense - VW.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/28/2019 2:00 PM
8137 and myself cleared downed trees on Hunter Creek Trail.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 4/28/2019 1:15 PM
Gave Michael Ludlow of Crawford a warning for fishing at North Star. Ludlow was getting ready to fish at the North Star beach when I contacted him. Ludlow is a senior and said he didn't figure there were fishing regulations here and that he didn't look at any signs. He was understanding and we talked about places for him to fish. Very friendly. VW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Wildlife 4/28/2019 11:00 AM
Took a call for a dead deer near Holand Hills. The RP said it was on the Rio. 8137 checked all of our trails in that area and could not find it. It sounded like it was off the trail and just not pretty to look at.
8136 Prince Creek Trail Signage 4/27/2019 5:30 PM
Posted another, “No Overnight Parking” at the PC parking lot.
8136 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Signage 4/27/2019 3:00 PM
Moved the “Leash Law” sandwich board from the LGOS barn to the Basalt/Mass trailhead at Holland Hills. Currently there is no regulation signage or anything stating it’s OST. I sent TO and BG an email.
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 4/27/2019 1:00 PM
Bagged and locked up gear left near Stein trail that 8137 had tagged in the winter. It is in the lock up with a list of what is in it.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 4/27/2019 12:00 PM
Busy day on the Rio. Hardly any dogs and all were on leash. Could have something to do with the momma bear and three cubs walking in plain sight.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/27/2019 12:00 PM
Magda Debska and her dog Misha DOL. chatted about the wildlife that is out now and the importance of keeping dogs on leash. First contact, pointed her to PO for places to go off leash. VW
8135 Crystal River Valley Wildlife 4/27/2019 9:00 AM
Took a call for 72. An injured elk on the side of the road had been reported. I was already in the area and had seen the Elk before the call came in. It was already dead from a crash the night before. I flagged the tagged vehicle nearby so people would stop reporting.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/27/2019 8:00 AM
Educational contact with a few individuals in the parking lot about their dogs being off leash. Not a popular topic. I also contacted a young teenager on the trail with two dogs off leash. We had a short conversation and she agreed to put the dogs on leash.
8136 Chapparal Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/26/2019 4:00 PM
Harvested trail camera
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Ticket Follow-up 4/26/2019 10:00 AM
Accepted late fine payment from K. Schappert and submitted letter to DA requesting that she be removed from the docket.
8135 Glassier Open Space Fire 4/25/2019 2:30 PM
Responded to wildland fire at Glassier Ranch OS. Evidently, a ditch burn set by Alec Parker got out of control and burned uphill into Open Space. RFFR got fire under control in under an hour. 8136 will map burn area tomorrow. See report.
8135 Deer Creek Open Space Wildlife 4/25/2019 1:30 PM
Harvested SD card from DCOS Gulch camera.
8135 Hooks Spur Lot Illegal Camping 4/25/2019 1:00 PM
Picked up wet wipes in Hooks Spur Lot. Please try to contact “Laura” to discuss littering if you see her. Try to look non-threatening and approach while she’s outside her vehicle, otherwise she’ll drive off.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 4/25/2019 12:00 PM
Picked up new batch of OST hats. We ordered a variety of hat designs this year.
8135 Administration Maintenance 4/25/2019 11:00 AM
Facilities finished installing lockers in men’s restroom. I wrote bilingual note on lid of compost bin to keep cleaning crew from throwing it out every week. Please keep lid sitting on bin.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 4/25/2019 10:30 AM
Scheduled NSNP guide orientations for May 10th, 24th, 31st at 5pm. Rick and I will split leading the orientations.
8135 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 4/24/2019 2:30 PM
Checked permit if commercial fly guide group (Crystal Fly Shop) at Jaffee Park - all good.
8135 Gold Butte Open Space Wildlife 4/24/2019 2:00 PM
Posted bear awareness signage at Gold Butte Climbing Area and Stein Park. We observed one large solitary bear by the river-left den and BG Reported Dow and cub near Gold Butte.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/24/2019 1:00 PM
Contacted Brian Treadwell and his two DOL. He was under the impression it was voice and sight command, had a chat about the wildlife in the area and cyclists. First contact VW
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 4/24/2019 1:00 PM
Placed a “Bears in Area sign” near gold butte/ skull rock zone. Observed a big black bear hanging out near the den on river left.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 4/24/2019 10:00 AM
Submitted K. Schappert ticket to Court.
8136 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 4/23/2019 3:00 PM
Went through checking for fishing permits. Everyone was legit. The guides were pleased that I was checking on them. It was packed at Jaffee and everyone said the fish were biting.
8136 Jaffee Park Trash 4/23/2019 3:00 PM
63 and I contacted an old blue camper van CO DHE-544 parked where the porta-John usually is. About 10ft into the woods from that spot there were two trays of fresh berries, cupcakes, a coconut, and candy sitting out in the open. The man in the van insisted it was not his, he understood there was no overnight camping, and showed us that he packed out his own trash. I discarded all of the food. Looked like a barrel of honey for bears.
8135 Administration Special Event 4/23/2019 8:00 AM
Welcome back Ranger Nathalie (8139)!
8136 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/21/2019 5:30 PM
Intercepted a man, two women, and a small white dog on leash walking up the driveway at the first private residence above the bridge (red house). I reminded them that dogs are not permitted on the trail until May 16. None of them were enthused. The dog barked at me and the woman said, "he says you ruined our Easter walk."
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 4/21/2019 2:30 PM
Another person setting up a tent at Molly Gibson! He’s training for a thru hike and testing his gear.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 4/21/2019 1:00 PM
Contacted two South American fellows setting up a tent at Molly Gibson Park. They were not camping. They were trying to figure out how to use it for the first time in preparation for Moab tomorrow. Fascinating approach.. I showed them how to do it.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/20/2019 3:00 PM
water is up. One pool is potentially still good for now. No trash. Approx 70 elk in the meadow upvalley of Patrick Swayze’s waterwheel
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/20/2019 1:30 PM
Contacted Jacob Arywiz on the Rio near Gold Butte about his brown Australian Shepherd off leash. Jacob did no have a leash with him and needed one. He was understanding but looked kinda annoyed. First contact. VW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/20/2019 1:30 PM
Contacted Sam Louras for DOL (Journey) on the Upper Rio towards town. Sam was very friendly and understanding. But I either entered her last name in wrong or she spelled it wrong. This should have been a written warning but I didnt find out she had another contact until after she left. VW. I would ticket next contact.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Signage 4/19/2019 5:30 PM
Locked “ Trail Closed for Elk Habitat” sandwhich board to Viewline gate. Appears someone went in with a dog within the past few days. We will see on the cam soon enough.
8135 Administration Parking 4/19/2019 4:00 PM
Talked to Mark Strauss (9703790444) owner of the camper and boat parked in the lot across from red canyon trailhead. He will have everything out by tonight or tomorrow morning. Update: Mark has removed the trailer and camper.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Written Warning 4/19/2019 2:30 PM
At approximately 1430 I heard SPD talking about a possible closure violation on Tac2. I was in the area so I joined them at the welcome sign. Joseph Kirkpatrick and Martin Smith were looking for places to fish with their dog and had been told this area was a good spot. When SPD spotted them they were getting out of their car and headed for the creek and crossed brush creek trail with two dogs. When I arrived three SPD had responded. After a talk with the guys and with SPD we agreed upon a written warning. There are no signs where they entered and they believed they could be there. I determined that these two guys would not be a problem in a future but warned they would be cited if we were to contact them for a violation again. WW
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 4/19/2019 2:30 PM
Removed cones from upper parking lot. It is completely dry now. I couldn’t fit them in 108. Will pick up with 107
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 4/19/2019 12:30 PM
Super busy on the Rio today. Many educational contacts at Stein park and one guy blew past me on his bike with his dog off leash. I hollered at him and he looked back only to speed up. I could not catch him. He had a black and white border collie.
8135 Administration Illegal Camping 4/18/2019 3:00 PM
Hosted first meeting of the Homeless Response Working Group (part of Housing Stability group) at USFS/OST Ranger Station. Focus was emergency housing and SOP for dealing with camps.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Ticket Follow-up 4/18/2019 2:00 PM
Made courtesy call to K. Schappert regarding her overdue ticket payment.
8135 Aspen Valley Ranch/Red Canyon Trail Parking 4/18/2019 1:00 PM
Pink Tagged RV (CO: FYO-380) with boat trailer parked for multiple days in pullout near head of Red Canyon Trail. This pullout is small part OST property and large part Aspen Valley Ranch private land with OST-owner recreation easement (i.e. rangers have jurisdiction). A second vehicle may also be staged there (CO: NCQ-990). Please check back mañana to make sure they're gone. Work with PCSO to run plates and contact RO(s) if still present.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 4/18/2019 10:30 AM
Finished the OST Ranger Manual! Check it out.
8135 Shippee Open Space Meeting/Planning 4/18/2019 10:30 AM
Toured new Shippee Open Space near Nancy’s Path. Ask me for info on access.
8135 Administration Parking 4/17/2019 12:00 PM
12 transferred a call to us for a camper with a boat parked/camping in the pullout on Upper River rd near Crescent rd. 8135 confirmed we do manage this lot. I called RP and left a pink tag, giving the camper 24 hours to vacate. Winnnebago Camper (CO/FYO-380) Boat trailer(CA/4FM5389)
1559 Parks Office Everything great 4/17/2019 10:00 AM
Order new COA ranger uniforms, required for new logo rollout.
1559 Smuggler Mountain Park use light 4/17/2019 9:00 AM
Cleared view lines for observation from above Smuggler kiosk
8136 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 4/14/2019 1:30 PM
Black Suburban CO 235-RNE was parked at the WCTH a good chunk of the day today. Let’s check back for overnight parking or use as PnR.
8136 Stein Park (AVLT) Patrol/Outreach 4/14/2019 12:00 PM
Contacted a woman with 4 dogs, 3 on leash, 1 off leash in Stein park. I wanted to remind her that it was ok to play with her dogs off leash (and 5 young kids) in the park but to remember to leash if they walked the RGT. She was very friendly and thankful. Also, stated, “I didn’t know you could have dogs off leash anywhere in Aspen”... I gave her PitOutside and suggested a few other places for her.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Trash 4/14/2019 10:30 AM
Checked old alignment of Aspen-Mass Trail for camps - all clear. Removed large boulder from stew section of AM trail. Disposed of trash from abandoned camp on AM trail tagged last year (moldy blankets, pillows, beer bottle).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Written Warning 4/14/2019 10:00 AM
Written Warning: Julie Kolar of Basalt for dog (leashed) in Dart dog closure. Kolar entered from road and did not see signs. She was very understanding and her dog, “Boomer,” was well behaved on leash. Kolar coincidentally designed all new OST signs and our department logo.
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Dog Offense 4/14/2019 9:45 AM
Educational contact with man with one dog on leash and one DOL at Basalt-Mass Trail intersection with Holland Hills Rd.
8135 Emma Homestead Patrol/Outreach 4/14/2019 9:00 AM
Security check on Glassier and Emma homesteads - all good. Emma underpass camera is intact. Ospreys are busy, busy building their nest and flying in fish.
8135 Glassier Open Space Wildlife 4/14/2019 8:30 AM
Encountered a massive marmot sunning itself in a chair at Glassier homestead.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Verbal Warning 4/13/2019 5:15 PM
DOL x 2 with Juan Alvarado approx 75 yards East of LG ped bridge. It appeared Juan was with his family; an older woman, and young lady. At first they all seemed hesitant/nervous to speak with me but later warmed up and thanked me for all of the information and electing to issue a warning. Alvarado also translated our conversation to them in Spanish for me so they understood everything I said. We discussed an increase of trail users during spring/summer, wildlife, pitoutside, and I suggested the South-side of the river for voice and sight control. They were all very pleased with the V&S control option as they need to give the dogs exercise after a workday. Very nice folks. First contact. VW.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Dog Offense 4/13/2019 4:00 PM
Educational contact with man awkwardly biking with leashed dog on Prince Creek Trail. I was confident I had seen dog off-leash when the cyclist was headed uphill; he evidently saw me and started descending with dog on leash. I educated him on leash regulation and need to respect adjacent cattle ranches.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 4/13/2019 3:00 PM
Harvested SD card from Filoha gate camera, as no snow and location of elk out of sight of camera made for minimal impact. I observed no footprints, but we’ll see what the camera shows.
8136 Jaffee Park Wildlife 4/13/2019 3:00 PM
Chat with Shelly Williamson who lives in W/J. She suggested we keep the mountain lion sandwich board up for a while longer. She said he neighbors have seen a large cat and cub in the area recently. She thinks they tend to dwell in the shale area where the Jaffee River trail fades. She has seen evidence of 2 lion kills in that area recently.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/13/2019 2:45 PM
5 vehicles and over a half dozen people at the springs. Water is apparently still low enough for soaking. 15-16 big horn sheep and a large herd of elk in the meadow.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Resource Damage 4/13/2019 2:30 PM
Documented vehicle tracks going partway our of Perham TH Lot at the turnaround. It looks like someone might’ve been driving recklessly, and no evidence of anything interesting above the lot.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Trash 4/12/2019 4:00 PM
Spoke with Monty Loud of 401 Smuggler Mtn. Rd. again - apparently the top of his trash can was jammed shut with trash, but not full, and people just kept throwing poop bags on top of the backup. I later got yelled at by a hiker about an overflowing trash can (I checked, all cans were tidy). Another great testament to the situational awareness of the public.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 4/12/2019 3:00 PM
Removed one barrel from closure on sloping section of Smuggler parking area to accommodate melting snow.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Meeting/Planning 4/12/2019 2:00 PM
AVLT approved our request for a "public use" license that will allow us to enforce Title 12 on Stein Park and Red Butte. I’ll announce when finalized.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 4/12/2019 11:00 AM
Drafted and sent out a proposed North Star orientation handbook for ACES naturalists.
8135 Administration Maintenance 4/12/2019 9:00 AM
Moved new locker into men’s restroom. I’ve requested Facilities secure it to the wall, until then beware that is is unstable. I’ve put up some caution tape.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 4/11/2019 2:00 PM
Trails on the Crown that typically open April 15 will remain closed to biking and motorized uses until May 1, the BLM has announced. The delayed opening applies to the Crown and Prince Creek trails above the South Porcupine Trail. Given the high snowpack, the delay will give deer and elk more time to move to higher elevations. Access to the Crown from Glassier Open Space remains closed until May 16.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Trash 4/11/2019 12:30 PM
Spoke with Monty Loud (#970-925-5709), owner of 401 Smuggler Mtn. Rd. regarding ongoing trash issue (overflowing public trash can next to storm drain). Loud was upset his property manager is evidently slacking or being untruthful with him. Trash issue should be resolved shortly, but let me know if it isn’t. I updated Comm. Dev. on the issue (remember: we no longer have a Code Enforcement Officer for PitCo).
8135 Administration Illegal Camping 4/11/2019 8:00 AM
Attended meeting of Housing Stability Coalition representing OST. Good, challenging conversation. BL and I have joined a workgroup focused on emergency housing and crisis response. Talk to me for more info.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 4/11/2019 8:00 AM
Accepted online fine payment from T. White. D. Bauer also paid after his ticket was submitted to Court - 8136 will resolve the issue. T. Antos pleaded guilty at her court hearing and paid $500 fine.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Signage 4/10/2019 2:00 PM
Lower sandwich board fell from wind. It may fall again during tonights storm.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Signage 4/09/2019 3:00 PM
Placed two Leash Law sandy boards at LGOS. One is on the North side of the ped bridge. The other is 20 yards West of the Barn on RGT.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Trash 4/09/2019 12:00 PM
The dog waste bin at 401 Smuggler Mt Rd is overflowing again.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 4/08/2019 3:00 PM
Jaffee Park proposed change to Voice & Sight Control policy passed OSTB with unanimous approval. BOCC will review twice in late April and early May. Policy may be in effect by second week of May or earlier.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 4/08/2019 10:30 AM
Submitted Bauer PA to court. Do not accept payment.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 4/07/2019 10:15 AM
I noticed a Town of Basalt “Leash Laws Strictly Enforced” sign posted on the Southside Drive sidewalk leading to RGT @ BHS. Perhaps the Town is getting more serious about dog regs?
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Closed Area 4/07/2019 10:15 AM
Opened Grace-Shehi Bike Park for season. A little muddy, but not bad. I cleaned up a significant amount of beer and booze containers. We should make sure to keep an eye on the lot for campers or BHS kids being naughty.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 4/07/2019 10:15 AM
Cited Kaitlyn “Kait” Schappert for DOL (“Bear” big black dog) on RGT @ BHS. No leash. Friendly. First contact. Referred to Pitkin Outside and explained ag. rationale for strict enforcement.
8135 Hooks Spur Lot Illegal Camping 4/07/2019 9:30 AM
Attempted to contact “Laura” (transient woman) in her silver Pathfinder (CO: CJX-799) in the Hooks Spur Lot to discuss ongoing littering issue. Laura drove off as I got out of the truck. Based on my past contacts with Laura, it seems approaching while she’s outside her vehicle and appearing non-threatening are key to having a conversation.
8135 Crystal River Valley Penny Hot Springs 4/07/2019 8:30 AM
Two vehicles at Penny Hot Springs with 5 people in the water. One group was playing amplified music. I noticed several glass beer bottles evidently thrown into Filoha Meadows. No sign anyone has been over there from the springs. Rising water is about to (mercifully) flood out the springs.
8135 Crystal River Valley Parking 4/07/2019 8:30 AM
White van (CO: CVY-917?) is parked in East Creek TH Lower Lot. Check back to see if it’s camping.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 4/06/2019 4:15 PM
10 vehicles at Penny Hot Springs including the green Subaru often see in the area full of and strapped with all sorts of junk - we will want to check back to see if he’s building a camp. Large number of elk and the standard herd of big horn sheep in the meadow.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Verbal Warning 4/06/2019 3:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Pam Dodge of GWS for DOL (“AJAX” curly-haired dog, leashed small black & brown dog) on Lazy Glen OS. Very friendly. First warning according to RM. referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Verbal Warning 4/06/2019 3:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Emily Taylor of Lazy Glen for DOL (brown & white dog) on Lazy Glen OS. Very friendly - brand new dog owner, not aware of regs. Taylor works for ACES and promised to help spread word about leash law.
8135 Wheatley Gulch Closed Area 4/06/2019 2:30 PM
Checked Wheatley Gulch Closure for sign of trespass - all clear. Please keep eyes out for shed hunters breaking closures (shed season doesn’t start until May 1).
8135 Emma Homestead Mutual Aid 4/06/2019 1:00 PM
Responded with 64 to report of trespass in progress at Old Emma Store. 64 got there first and determined call was unfounded. All buildings were secure.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Mutual Aid 4/06/2019 10:00 AM
Took call for 20 on Smuggler regarding intact male Rhodesian Ridgeback “bothering dogs” on a solo adventure on Smuggler Mountain. UTL. Hikers said dog left area before I arrived.
8135 Avalanche Creek/Tarr OS Patrol/Outreach 4/06/2019 10:00 AM
2220 was out at the Tarr residence to locate a subject - not sure if this pertains at all to do with the OST asset at that location.
8136 Jaffee Park Signage 4/04/2019 9:00 AM
Mountain Lion sandwich board is locked to the fence at Jaffee river Trail.
8135 Jaffee Park Whitewater 4/03/2019 5:00 PM
Met with all Jaffee Park permit holders (except for Kiwi). Reminded companies to get their paperwork in for 2019 and fielded questions.
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 4/03/2019 10:00 AM
Pink tagged persistent camp under east viaduct of HWY82 at Shale Bluffs (CDOT property immediately adjacent to AROS). Camp appears active. I forwarded a complaint to 03.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Accident/Rescue 4/02/2019 11:00 AM
Responded to a lost person up on smuggler. It was assigned to 71 and I responded. 71 was able to talk with them and they found the trail. I contacted them as they were heading down hunter creek cut off. They were good and knew where they were.
8135 Open Space & Trails Fire 4/02/2019 10:30 AM
Finished S130/S190 online. L180 online course doesn’t seem to work on our computers. Send a PDF of your final certs to me when complete. I have an email into Carbondale Fire regarding the status of our future "red cards."
8135 Open Space & Trails Ticket Follow-up 4/02/2019 10:30 AM
Made courtesy call to T. White regarding overdue payment. Payment may be accepted through end of week.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 4/02/2019 10:00 AM
Made a curtesy call to D. Bauer to let him know he was at the 10 day due date and needed to pay. Left a message.
8135 Administration Wildlife 4/01/2019 3:00 PM
Please inform Jessie Young once herons are spotted at James H. Smith OS.
8135 Administration Special Event 4/01/2019 3:00 PM
GT has approved a field trip to the Glassier homestead on 4/16 and/or 4/17 to check out the iRON climate monitoring station.
8135 Administration Maintenance 4/01/2019 3:00 PM
R&B has started summer hours - 0600-1600hrs M-F.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 4/01/2019 1:30 PM
I took out the ebike this afternoon. Good compliance on the Upper Rio until I hit town. There was a large number of dogs off leash. I emailed BL to let him know.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/01/2019 12:30 PM
Put up the dog waste sign at the base of Smuggler.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 4/01/2019 11:30 AM
Received and processed fine payment from H. Karp.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/01/2019 8:30 AM
Opened BCT for human use. Signs for No Dogs Through May 15 are at each end of the trail. 4x4 Rock Art at the first driveway above bridge.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 3/31/2019 3:00 PM
I moved the dogs on leash sign from Arciero trailhead to the Upper Rio just above Stein Park.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 3/31/2019 10:30 AM
Keep mental health in mind as suicide rates/mental health crisis are more frequent in spring and early summer months.
8136 Lani White Trail Patrol/Outreach 3/31/2019 10:30 AM
Responded to another odor investigation with Aspen Fire at Lani White TH. Fire contacted Black Hills Energy and deemed the area safe for now. Fire will reach out if Black Hills decides to close the trail. Faint odor of NG is apparent 15 yards from the TH but does not pose a hazard at this time.
8135 Lani White Trail Patrol/Outreach 3/30/2019 4:30 PM
Did a walk through of Lani White to check up on the natural gas odor. It was still present but did not increase. It smells like It is coming from one of the houses within the first 150 ft or so.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Patrol/Outreach 3/30/2019 4:15 PM
One of the large cones closest to the parking spots was down. I did my best to get it standing again but the bottom is ripped off and buried in the ice. It will probably need to be managed as the snow and ice melts.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/30/2019 4:00 PM
13 vehicles and approx 35 people at the hotsprings. Several families with kids. It is spring break this week for schools in the valley.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 3/30/2019 3:30 PM
Checked on lower owl creek near the airline. No signs of trespassing in the closure. I needed snowshoes to get to thh airline trailhead.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 3/30/2019 2:00 PM
Moved Dogs/Ag sign from BHS to RGT East of Emma Schoolhouse
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/30/2019 2:00 PM
Contacted Cicely Kohler of Emma about her white and black cattle dog off leash near gold butte. When she saw me she put it on leash. She was polite and understanding. I gave her a wildlife lecture. First contact. VW.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 3/30/2019 12:30 PM
DOL with Holly Karp in zero tolerance, mm24. See report.
8135 Lani White Trail Patrol/Outreach 3/30/2019 11:45 AM
Around 1145 hours dispatched aired a natural gas odor complaint from the Lani white trailhead. I responded and assisted aspen fire with sniffing out the odor. Source was not found and fire advised we would not have to close the trail at this time. They recommended checking up on it every once in awhile throughout the day to see if it gets worse. All units cleared by 1215 hours.
8136 Emma Trail Verbal Warning 3/30/2019 11:15 AM
Informal Verbal Warning for DOL in front of Emma General Store. I saw the man, Oscar, with his dog on leash earlier while on the Emma trail. Later I passed him in front of the store and he had his DOL. Oscar took his DOL when he got back to Emma rd heading DV and didn’t leash up in that small (30ft?) section connecting the road adjacent to the general store.
8135 Stein Trail Signage 3/30/2019 11:00 AM
Removed dog leash sign from Stein Trail.
8136 Open Space & Trails Fire 3/29/2019 5:00 PM
We must use Internet Explorer to work on the Wildland Fire trainings. Not to be confused with Microsoft Edge. If you try with anything other than Explorer the Flash Player will not work.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/28/2019 4:30 PM
5 vehicles at Penny. Over a dozen sheep and another dozen elk in the meadow.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 3/28/2019 3:30 PM
Glassier two-track is completely melted out. Harvested gate SD card. No sign of trespass, but we shall see what the camera shows. Keep a close eye on this area now that it is dry and more accessible.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 3/28/2019 12:45 PM
Ran into the anti-moose lady on Smuggler! I informed her moose have the right to live in their habitat atop Smuggler Mtn and reiterated it is the trail users’ responsibility to stay 100yds from moose and take extra precautions when walking dogs. The woman was upset that moose are “trampling people on roads” and argued that we should “get rid of them [the moose].” I informed her only the State can kill off the moose. The woman also stated her dog had been “eaten by a coyote” once upon a time on Smuggler.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 3/28/2019 12:00 PM
Took down plates of vehicle possibly illegally dumping trash at Aspen Ranger Station around noon. Forwarded to Katy N. and Ted.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 3/28/2019 11:45 AM
Checked all accesses to Sky MP, except Airline Trail, and found zero sign of trespass.
8135 Open Space Properties Patrol/Outreach 3/28/2019 11:30 AM
Checked on Dotty Fox Overlook - nothing but mule deer. The OST parking area was completed last year.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 3/28/2019 11:00 AM
Checked barn near RR cars, Mather House, AK, Fisherman’s Park, Public Works, and USFS for signs noted in log - no sign of them. My guess is the sandwich boards were fitted with different signs and posted at the Sky MP closure, and the log wasn’t updated.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/28/2019 11:00 AM
Security check on Mather House. All OK.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 3/26/2019 5:00 PM
Picked up ranger uniforms from Linda.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/26/2019 3:00 PM
Spent a fair amount of time cleaning up all of the garbage from the Glassier parking lot. Lots of wet wipes that have collected in the snow over winter along with what appeared to be human waste.
8135 Wheatley Beach Signage 3/26/2019 2:45 PM
I put up a new “no dog” icon.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 3/26/2019 10:30 AM
Bill reporter many cars on prince creek using the upper parking. He also said a 4 wheeler was going up past the road closure. I went up there and talked to a couple about parking legally. I also contacted the 4 wheeler who came to me to say they were going to be using the road for a ditch project. Seems to be a busy spot.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 3/25/2019 3:00 PM
Check on the moose sandy-board at the base of smug to make sure it’s secure as the snow continues to melt
8136 Open Space & Trails Signage 3/25/2019 1:30 PM
Purchased two sign index hardware boxes (small). Organized the useful hardware and put the boxes in both 108 and 107. We still need to add the stuff for our new sign package.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Dog Offense 3/25/2019 12:00 PM
Heard 48 let dispatch know she was on follow up on Lower bullwinkle reference cold dog bite on SMR
8136 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Dog Offense 3/25/2019 10:00 AM
Lots of dog waste on the trail at the top of Plataeu at Holland Hills subdivision. I suspect there is a DOL wandering up to the trail from adjacent private property.
8136 Stein Park (AVLT) Patrol/Outreach 3/24/2019 12:30 PM
Outreach for a gal who was in the park with a DOL. She was on the phone wandering the park and was about to start walking DV of Stein with her DOL. Let her know dogs can be off leash under Voice and Sight in the park, but need to be on leash on the trail. She opted to stay in the park.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/23/2019 12:00 PM
DOL with Jim Petrovich. Nice guy, admitted to being familiar with regs. Jim usually goes up HC valley with his aussie but is concerned about the moose. Discussed wildlife in the gorge, lions, moose in the aspen area etc. Suggested Jaffee River Trail for voice and sight. First contact - VW
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 3/22/2019 5:00 PM
Put back up the rope that closes mtn lion drive. It had been taken down and there were multiple tracks going in. Im going to walk to the meadow tomorrow morning to check it out.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 3/22/2019 3:30 PM
Listened to lengthy complaint about the presence of Moose in Aspen area. RP, who remained anonymous, wants us to feel personally responsible for any injuries or death from a moose. She thinks it’s “terrible” that we aren’t “getting rid” of all moose in the forest. She figured we should be ashamed of ourselves. - RP didn’t seem to like moose.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 3/22/2019 8:30 AM
Contacted David Bauer after seeing a dog off leash on the North Star nordic trail being walked by a woman. I met the woman where she was joined at a vehicle with David. David took ownership of the dog and said they had just gotten into town. They were both very polite. David accepted the citation and was apologetic. This was his first contact. I elected to give him one citation for the dog in closure and one warning for the dog being off leash.
8135 Administration Fire 3/20/2019 3:00 PM
Met with AFD, Carbondale Fire, RFFR, and R&B to discuss wild land fire response in upper valley. OST is on tap for a wild land field training tentatively on 5/18. See my email.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Mutual Aid 3/20/2019 11:00 AM
Took call of a “suspicious” low flying plane over Prince Creek. I called back RP - aircraft belong to CPW elk study.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Penalty Assessment 3/20/2019 11:00 AM
Cited Tierney White for dog in closed area (Dart dog closure). Dog was off-leash running behind White east of closed area, but on leash when I contacted her. White ultimately admitted to skiing with dog through closure from Arciero Trailhead. Based on several factors, I elected to cite White for the closure violation rather than give her a second offense ($500) DOL ticket. I last ticketed White in January 2018.
8135 Glassier Open Space Wildlife 3/20/2019 9:00 AM
Joined CPW biologists and DWMs at Glassier. CPW was capturing elk by helicopter, flying them to Glassier for blood samples and radio collaring, and releasing them near Alec Parker’s house. I got great photos and video for Janet, and got to touch a live elk... next on CPW’s schedule is Prince Creek and Avalanche Creek areas.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 3/19/2019 5:30 PM
Staked out Crystal River Valley in later afternoon hours. Definitely more people out on the trails. The pullout SW of Penny Hot Springs is melted out enough to be used again.
8135 Crystal River Valley Penny Hot Springs 3/19/2019 5:30 PM
7 vehicles at Penny Hot Springs. A half dozen Big Horn Sheep and about 50 elk grazing in the meadow. No sign of the mountain lions.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 3/19/2019 1:00 PM
Contacted man standing in snow near South Gate kiosk. The man explained he was waiting for a small wedding party to do a photoshoot. After some argument, I got the photographer to relocate shoot off OST land farther down HWY82.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 3/19/2019 12:30 PM
Observed woman with DOL on East of Aspen Trail near Stillwater Bridge. She was clearly playing fetch with the dog and it was running all over. I couldn’t parked anywhere nearby. I waited at Stillwater Drive for a full 15 minutes and later checked trail, but she was nowhere to be seen. The woman and owner likely left the trail at one of the two or three large houses between the Preserve and my location. UTL.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 3/19/2019 12:15 PM
Smuggler and HCT Parking maxed out with zero available spots. Nowhere even for a ranger to park... I posted a moose sandwich board at Mascotte 99 Trail.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 3/19/2019 11:00 AM
No obvious sign of trespass at Sky MP, but the snow has formed a hard crust that would be easy to walk atop inside the closure. Keep ‘yer eyes peeled for trespassers as weather warms and ski season wanes.
8135 Wheatley Beach Signage 3/19/2019 10:45 AM
Noticed “no dog” icon is missing from Wheatley Beach kiosk. Map on kiosk still states seasonal dog restriction.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 3/19/2019 9:00 AM
Met with AVLT, Dale, and City of Aspen to discuss license agreement that would allow Title 12 enforcement on AVLT parcels with recreational access in the Aspen-area (including, Stein Park, Red Butte, Emiliee Benedict Park and Verena Mallory parcels).
8135 Administration Wildlife 3/19/2019 9:00 AM
CPW put down an aggressive bull moose near Difficult Campground on Saturday. See ADN article.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 3/18/2019 11:30 AM
Ski tracks along the river the length of the course, including the beach. The sign we put up is buried and the snowpack is very hard. Prob not coming out until it thaws significantly.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 3/18/2019 11:30 AM
Frozen footprints along the entirety of the Nordic course. Likely yesterday afternoon when it was very soft.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Wildlife 3/18/2019 9:00 AM
Took report from Claudia Nelson of five mountain lions - a mother with two yearlings and two spotted cubs - in Filoha Meadows. I passed along observation to the CPW DWM and USFS biologist.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/17/2019 3:00 PM
DOL with Tom Bernard near mm37. Friendly and cooperative. Discussed wildlife, Suggested Upper HC Valley for flat area to ski with DOL, and referred to Pitouside. First offense - VW.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 3/17/2019 1:30 PM
Remains of deer leg on the RGT at approx mm37.5. Tossed down the hill to avoid critters on trail.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/17/2019 1:00 PM
Observed (2) DOL near the top of Burlingame Trail. Unable to contact.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/17/2019 12:00 PM
Basalt was very quiet today despite the gorgeous weather. The snow is mush by the afternoon. BHS, Emma Schoolhouse, and Wingo parking areas were empty at lunch time. Much more action in Aspen with spring breakers.
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Wildlife 3/16/2019 4:30 PM
Dispatch gave me “information only” from anonymous RP - 3 mountain lions in Filoha across from docs house.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/16/2019 2:00 PM
Contacted Lisa Lilly with her 5 month old puppy off leash on the Rio down from Stein Park. Lisa was nice and we discussed places dogs can be off leash in Aspen and the importance of respecting wildlife. First contact. VW.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 3/16/2019 1:30 PM
Contacted an Emily Stenard about her dog in North Star. She claimed it is her service dog. See report.
8135 Crystal River Valley Penny Hot Springs 3/16/2019 10:00 AM
Observed and heard many rocks falling from the cliffs on the other side of the road. CDOT had cleared some rocks from the road into our parking area.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 3/15/2019 4:00 PM
Continued moose outreach on SMR. Busy up there.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 3/15/2019 2:00 PM
No signs of "sick elk" around the upper rio today.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/15/2019 2:00 PM
DOL with 70-80s yo woman, below average height with short white hair, bright blue marmot jacket, purple leash, and medium/small doodle mix. Refused to give her name. Contact started productive and friendly. Explained winter wildlife, recent elk on the trail. She leashed up and was apologetic but calmly and repeatedly refused to give name. Insisted it was the first time she was contacted. I explained if that was the case I would be happy to make the contact a verbal warning and outreach opportunity. - I did not want to use APD as a resource since they were ATL a man involved in an assault. Does this person sound familiar to anyone?
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 3/14/2019 3:00 PM
Took call from dispatch regarding “sick elk” at RGT MM 41.0. I spoke with “Jody” the RP. Jody was concerned about how skinny the elk looked and it’s proximity to the trail. I explained natural effects of winter on elk, and promised to check on the animal. I later located the elk on RGT - it got within 15’ of me. The elk doesn’t appear injured, but it also is not afraid of humans. Ted beloved it is likely a young solo bull elk. Please call CPW if it poses a problem.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 3/14/2019 12:30 PM
Made multiple educational contacts on Smuggler regarding moose safety - I attempted to contact every dog owner I saw. Please be extra strict on voice and sight control due to moose activity, and remember the Smug Mgmt Plan requires dog owners to carry leash and bags at all times. 8136 has posted a moose awareness sandwich board at the base of the mountain. CPW signs are already posted at other access to Smuggler and HC Valley.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 3/14/2019 10:30 AM
I added a sandwich board warning about the moose at the base of Smuggler.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 3/14/2019 8:00 AM
Skied with GSHS Outdoor Ed class to Hummingbird Lode on their way to McNamara Hut. Spoke with the group about backcountry safety, moose awareness, and conservation work.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 3/13/2019 5:30 PM
Responded with 20 to report of moose running down Smuggler Mtn Rd towards town. Drove up to Silver Brick with no sign of moose - the moose appears to be where he’s supposed to be... in the woods. We will post a new moose awareness/safety sandwich board tomorrow. I made multiple educational contacts regarding moose safety (stay back 100 yds.) and dogs (moose kill dogs).
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 3/13/2019 3:00 PM
Parking areas and some sections of road leading to middle and upper HC trailheads are slushy or straight unplowed.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 3/13/2019 10:00 AM
Jaffe Park area is nearly impassable due to wet snow. Smuggler and North Star lots also need a plow. Bill is sill unable to plow and we must wait for R&B to assist.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 3/13/2019 9:45 AM
Verbal Warning: Signa Strom for DOL (“Marley” Aussie-mix) on RGT @ Phillips Hillside. Strom volunteers with the Forest Conservancy and was very apologetic. We discussed winter wildlife rationale for leash law. First warning.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 3/13/2019 9:30 AM
6 cars at AK TH before 0930. Seems like this is a popular weekday morning hike spot. All footprints indicate cars belong to trail users; no evidence of RFC staff parking.
8135 Prince Creek Trail E-bike Contact 3/12/2019 5:00 PM
Bull Pin Lot is total slop. Observed a man and woman on full-suspension E-MTB on Prince Creek Rd. Bike and riders looked too clean to have ridden in mud/snow of PCT.
8135 Crystal River Valley Penny Hot Springs 3/12/2019 4:30 PM
5 vehicles and over a dozen people at the Penny Hot Springs. 16 big horn sheep grazing directly across the river in Filoha Meadows seemed to be undisturbed. One of the three closed area signposts in Filoha Meadows across from the hot springs is broken; the other two remain standing. Observed active rockfall again. Some large rocks have been pushed to one end of the pullout.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 3/12/2019 4:30 PM
Staked out Crystal River Valley during after work hours. Definitely more people out and about.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 3/12/2019 3:30 PM
Pink tagged construction trailer parked at WC TH (CO:961-ONA).
8135 Deer Creek Open Space Wildlife 3/12/2019 10:30 AM
Harvested the Deer Creek OS camera. Lots of wildlife sign along the creek. At least one great lion photo.
8135 Castle Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 3/12/2019 9:00 AM
Toured Conundrum Creek Valley avalanche with Ted. It was as epic as advertised - 1 mile x 3000 feet. The Conundrum TH is under 35’ of snow.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Ticket Follow-up 3/12/2019 8:15 AM
Received fine payment from E. Makarevich.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/11/2019 3:30 PM
DOL with Ashley Pero near mm37.5. Polite and cooperative. She hadn’t seen many people so took the DOL. explained winter wildlife, lions in area, referred to PitOutside, VW
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 3/11/2019 3:30 PM
CP and JM moved the rock from the upper rio when they went through grooming.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 3/11/2019 11:30 AM
Mr Griggers reported contractors parking in North Gate. I contacted the “bridge project” supervisor and he sent his crew to move the vehicles. They parked there while they removed snow from the parking area at the job site.
8135 Moore Open Space Accident/Rescue 3/11/2019 7:45 AM
Called in welfare check from the bus on male subject lying in snow for unknown length of time near campsite on RFTA-owned parcel adjacent to Moore OS and HWY82 roundabout. I then responded and called LE and EMS to scene. 78yo male, A&Ox1-2, apparent hypothermia and severe kidney pain, extricated from snow with APD and AAD. Patient had spent night out after evidently falling into open water in nearby ditch. Patient was transported to AVH.
8136 Open Space & Trails E-bike Contact 3/10/2019 5:30 PM
Ozzy is at Basalt bike n ski in willits. Should be done tomorrow afternoon.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/10/2019 5:30 PM
Tree down across RFR just UV of LG bridge. It will be a hazard for rafters this spring. There is a bit of an island at that point, and the tree is blocking the entire South side.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 3/10/2019 5:15 PM
Dispatch gave 314 DOL call from jerry Hemminger. Jerry was at BHS and reported a DOL. I met 314 who had already spoken to Jerry. Waited around but the subject wasn’t GOA. I’ll try to spend more time at BHS around/after 1700 now that we are on till 1800
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/10/2019 1:30 PM
Contacted Paul Howe down from Stein Park with his blue healer off leash. Paul was super nice and understanding. He gave the off season excuse and it was his first time being contacted. We discussed wildlife in the area and he agreed to comply. VW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/10/2019 11:45 AM
There is a big boulder on the path just up from the Stein Trail connector. I was unable to move it myself so it is still there. I have sent out an email to rangers, Bill, and Ted. It also looked like there will be more of this in the future. I could here and see smaller rocks tumbling as I was standing there.
8136 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 3/10/2019 11:00 AM
Shoveled out RS bathrooms
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/10/2019 10:30 AM
4 cars 7 gals at the springs. No trash- still clean from 8136s efforts
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 3/10/2019 8:30 AM
DOL (x2) with Collin Harrington at LG barn. Collin and Kristina moved to Old Snowmass and are looking for a trail that Kristina feels safe hiking alone. Apologetic, friendly, and cooperative. Interested in wildlife spiel, referred to PitOutside, first offense, VW. Kristina was going to count out this section of trail until she found out I live in the barn. Now she feels safe.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 3/08/2019 2:00 PM
Small-ish down tree before the first river crossing. I was able to move it off the trail. There will likely be more with this heavy snow.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/08/2019 8:00 AM
Small, old DOL with Bob Currier near Duffy Wiggles. Friendly and cooperative. Suggested a few voice and Sight areas. Was pleased with the info. Lecture on winter wildlife, PitOutside, and VW
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 3/07/2019 2:00 PM
Large, white, enclosed trailer parked without a vehicle. Temp Plates (CO/692978). I pink tagged the trailer.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/06/2019 8:00 AM
Cleaned up significant amount of micro trash melting out of the winter ice in Penny Hot Springs lot. Pouring, icy rain, but still one guy in the springs.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 3/05/2019 4:00 PM
Responded from Glassier to report of two skiers on closed side of North Star Preserve. 12 contacted and ran skiers right before I got on scene. I interviewed the subjects and determined one party was at fault for the trespass. Cited Edward Makarevich of East Brunswick, NJ for Entry in Closed Area. Lectured Makarevich and his son about high avalanche danger, recent avalanche fatalities, putting SAR at risk during a rescue, and trespassing in closed area. Referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 3/05/2019 4:00 PM
Chatted with Merlin for a while at North Gate following my other contact. Merlin seems a bit healthier than last time we spoke and in a good mood. I reminded Merlin about no camping reg and discussed places he could park overnight.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Dog Offense 3/05/2019 1:30 PM
Made a handful of educational contacts about subpar voice and sight control of dogs on Smuggler Mtn Rd.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 3/05/2019 12:00 PM
Smuggler was hopping with zero available parking in any of the three lots.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Commercial Permit Check 3/05/2019 11:30 AM
No sign of permitted film shoot on OCT.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 3/05/2019 11:30 AM
Noticed footprints on Lowline Trail (open, but connecting to closed terrain). Likely starting at a blue Subaru Forester (CO:640-UNA). Checked perimeter of Sky MP and saw no evidence of trespass.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Nordic 3/05/2019 11:30 AM
Contacted four snowshoers near Jackrabbit Ridge headed towards portion of OCT that crosses private land (no snowshoes permitted). Educated and referred them to Pitkin Outside and ASNT website.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 3/05/2019 11:00 AM
Noticed snowmobile tracks traveling from Tom Blake Lot up the Nordic trail and onto the Jackrabbit Ridge road leading into Sky MP. Jeff Edelson (Comms) initially informed me the tracks were not made by staff; however, 242 later confirmed a contractor assessing the radio tower for a bid was given permission by Jeff Krueger (Comms) to access the park.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 3/05/2019 10:30 AM
Adventure van no longer parked in WC TH. Several possible construction vehicles are parked in its place.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Parking 3/05/2019 9:30 AM
Pink tagged flatbed truck using Stein Park Lot for contractor parking (CO: CZJ-117 - second tag). Please keep an eye out for which company owns this truck.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Signage 3/05/2019 9:30 AM
Removed mtn lion sign from Stein Park and dog waste sign from Smuggler Mtn. Temp signage should be removed or rotated after short periods of time to increase effectiveness.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Illegal Camping 3/05/2019 9:30 AM
A man in a maroon mini-van parked at Sunnyside TH was sunny himself in his underwear... considering that it was about 20 degrees outside, this seemed odd. I’ll check back later to make sure he isn’t camping in the lot, as I've seen the van parked late/early in the past.
8136 Stein Park (AVLT) Patrol/Outreach 3/04/2019 2:00 PM
I contacted two women with a DOL at stein park while they were putting on snowshoes, assuming they were going to hike DV. They had a new puppy, Ajax, and were glad to get info about leash laws. I gave them a brief orientation to DOL areas, different parks, trails, and referred them to pitoutside. It was Ajaxs' first time on OST!
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/04/2019 1:45 PM
DOL (x2) with Michele Kiesa near sunnyside on RGT. Claimed unaware of leash laws. She was friendly and compliant with the one leash she did have. I gave her another leash, explained winter wildlife (lions in the area that want to eat her tiny dogs), referred o pitoutside, and VW.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/04/2019 12:15 PM
DOL with Jason and Jessica Stroller near slaughterhouse. Jason leashed immediately when he saw me - indicating he knew the regs. Compliant and apologetic. Very thankful for the info about wildlife and issuing a warning. Referred to pitoutside, fielded questions about smuggler and jaffee, VW.
8136 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 3/04/2019 11:45 AM
CO APQ-166. I observed a large adventure van backed into the WC parking lot. I could tell it had gotten there after last nights snow. But, may be worth checking on tomorrow as it is obviously meant for camping.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/04/2019 11:30 AM
I attempted to contact a man, Greg, with a DOL near Pitkin iron at Grange Way. Turns out the dog was on a very long rope -possibly for climbing? I requested he pay close attention to other trail users to avoid conflict, and to shorten the leash during busy spring and summer months. He was polite and claimed to do that already.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 3/04/2019 10:00 AM
Picked up new PitOutside cards. I’ll leave them above our charging station.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Signage 3/04/2019 7:30 AM
Locked the Dog Leash sandwhich board to a post DV of arciero. We have another lock and cable in the office to use for others if needed. Combo is the same as Stein - it’s logged in sheets as well
8135 Moore Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/03/2019 3:00 PM
It was reported by folks at the golf course that there was a car parked on the trail somewhere. Apparently last night someone drove onto the xc trail and got stuck right away. I was unable to locate it but wasnt given the best directions and just did a drive by. Might be worth taking a spin through Moore to see if there is any damage or if it even happened.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/03/2019 12:00 PM
Spotted 2 snowshoers exiting Stein trail while I was xc skiing ar Stein falls. They had 4 dogs off leash. Could not make it on time.
8136 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/03/2019 8:30 AM
Looks like a bale of hay fell out of a truck in the driveway of homestead. I moved it to the side. They will find it next time they come through.
8136 Red Wind Point Patrol/Outreach 3/02/2019 3:00 PM
Swapped out SD card. Several dogs have been out there. See email for photos. Delivering card to JU tomorrow.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 3/01/2019 4:00 PM
Noticed what looked like footprints through red wind point from across th river. I later confirmed they were human and dog from the neighborhood entrance. I’ll plan on grabbing an sd card and change it out this weekend.
8135 Arciero Trailhead Signage 3/01/2019 2:30 PM
Leash law sign now at Arciero on the Rio.
8135 Emma Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/01/2019 2:00 PM
There is a white closed in trailer parked in the lot belonging to HVAC (CO147-OPC). I called the number on the trailer, 9702610016 and spoke with the owner Jerry Smith. He said he forgot it there and would be there in the morning to grab it. I let him know he would face a citation if he left it there.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 3/01/2019 1:30 PM
At around 1330 hours 2220 contacted me over dispatch for information on the trespasser up river of Penny Hot Springs. I let him know that it was private property and the SO was involved. 63 met him there and they made contact with the individual. 63 requested the case number and a court date at 1428.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/28/2019 4:30 PM
I called Lauren Russell in regards to a cold campfire she reported via email on smuggler mountain. I let her know we would clean up the mess and assess whether or now we needed to take more steps. I’ll have myself or 8137 head up there tomorrow morning. Lauren Turek Russell C:970.343.9522
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 2/27/2019 1:00 PM
Pink-tagged white snowmobile box trailer with temp CO tags stored in Jaffee Park.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/27/2019 12:00 PM
RP John Mitchell called in for a welfare check on a woman with one year old at mm37 RGT. The subject asked the RP where the bridge was to cross the river (Stein Trail). He was concerned that she didn’t have water and was lost. I skied from Stevens street to Stein Trail and was UTL. The RP called me back and described the section he encountered the woman, which was more like 38.5, Stein Falls. She was heading UV and likely found the Stein Trail Bridge long before I got there.
8136 Stein Park (AVLT) Parking 2/27/2019 11:00 AM
Pink tagged silver flatbed Ram 3500, CO CZJ-117 for using parking area as park n ride.i have observed this vehicle many times.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/27/2019 10:00 AM
Removed A dozen or so baseball -> basketball sized rocks that fell from hillside at mm38.75
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 2/27/2019 10:00 AM
Attended User Group Meeting and met with BL to draft change request form regarding several unused radio talkgroups.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 2/27/2019 8:15 AM
Cleaned up trash at Penny Hot Springs - socks, underwear, food waste, lots of cigarette butts. Set pair of abandoned boots in parking area. No cars or people at springs.
8135 Crystal River Valley Wildlife 2/27/2019 7:30 AM
Posted wildlife camera at Bear Creek for JU.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 2/26/2019 3:00 PM
Educational contact with a couple who were walking on the groomed Nordic track in front of the South Gate Kiosk. They were from Boulder and thought they could walk over to the river with sneakers on. I explained the impact of walking on the newly groomed trails especially while it is so warm. Very unaware and Apologetic.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 2/26/2019 12:00 PM
Ran off couple in rental car (CO: 123-QZN) who walked just 10’-20’ onto Brush Creek Trail from the road presumably to take photos.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 2/26/2019 11:30 AM
Verbal Warning: Chris Longdan for DOL x 2 (Aussie and med. black dog) on RGT near Arciero Trailhead. Argumentative and at first refused to give full contact info. Lives in Old Snowmass. I referred him to Pitkin Outside and recommended he run dogs at Jaffee River Trail.
8135 Crystal River Valley Wildlife 2/26/2019 9:00 AM
Visited wildlife camera near Bear Creek and HWY133 with Janet. Cut lock off and recovered camera. Janet may need help repositioning the camera later in the week.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 2/25/2019 5:30 PM
Spoke with Merlin by phone. Merlin explained his van battery had been dead since Saturday. Merlin promised to remove van if he could get it started and expressed interest in moving somewhere warmer (allegedly he’s been run out of La Junta by a game warden). I explained to Merlin that services are available at HHS/Aspen Homeless Shelter. 68 agreed to assist Merlin later this evening, as I was headed down valley. 68 jumped Merlin's van at 1800 hours.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Illegal Camping 2/25/2019 4:00 PM
2220 reported he was checking on a transient camp across HWY133 and north of Penny Hot Springs (in the climbing area?). Camp was inactive.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 2/25/2019 1:30 PM
Took complaint from “Aleece” of skiers and snowboarders descending Smuggler at unsafe speeds. I didn’t see skiers, but I did see several sledders today. Be aware...
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Mutual Aid 2/25/2019 12:30 PM
Assisted 48 and 71 with animal complaint/welfare check on subject reported to be on top of Smuggler Mountain. I contacted subject and walked them down to law enforcement. Dog was behaving more or less appropriately. 71 indicated he would refer subject to Mind Springs Health.
8136 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 2/25/2019 12:00 PM
I often smell cigarettes in the RS bathrooms. I suspect someone habitually smokes in there. Definitely gross and unfair to everyone else that uses the restrooms after they smoke in it. Can/should we put a No Smoking sign in there?
8135 Emma Open Space Parking 2/25/2019 10:00 AM
Pink tagged bike 4Runner (CO:165-HVL) for second time likely using Emma Schoolhouse Lot as park and ride. I advised RO to call if tagged in error and directed them to other parking areas.
8135 Redstone Park Trash 2/25/2019 8:00 AM
Checked on Redstone Park bathrooms - all good. Removed broken plastic chairs from Redstone Park pavilion. Checked on Coke Ovens OS - no sign of any activity.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 2/25/2019 7:30 AM
Two vehicles in Penny Hot Springs lot. I cleaned up moderate amount of trash - several pairs of swim clothing and some food waste.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 2/25/2019 7:00 AM
Received complaints from Deputies Jahnke and Taylor regarding Merling camping at North Star Preserve and “creeping out” a female RP. Merlin was not in his vehicle at 1200 hours, and I left a card.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Trails 2/25/2019 7:00 AM
Lower end of Prince Creek Trail is flooded. Sent photos to Ted. One truck with camper possibly parked overnight at end of maintained road near Handy Drive intersection. I believe this is acceptable winter parking, but I will check the management plan.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/23/2019 12:00 PM
Busy day everywhere today. I patrolled the Upper Rio around lunch and tried to locate a small white dog at large that 141 was looking for. The dog was not located.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 2/23/2019 9:30 AM
There were 5 cars at the lower lot on Prince Creek and two cars parked above in the no parking area. It looked like everyone was out fat biking. There was a black and white cattle dog at large on the trail and on the road. I couldnt catch it and nobody knew who it belonged to. It looked like it probably belonged to the ranch that parallels the trail.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 2/23/2019 9:00 AM
Busy morning at the Penny Hot Springs. There were 9 Cars and around 15 people. There was a sprinter van in the lot that did not have fresh snow under it. Could be camping. The windows had noticeable insulation, but most of those vans are set up as campers.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 2/22/2019 10:30 AM
I marked and took coordinates where the sign near Emma Schoolhouse had been removed by 8137. I sent photos and coordinates to Ted and Bill. The sign is in the lockup.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/22/2019 9:30 AM
I noticed vehicle tracks leading to the Glassier barn. When I opened the barn, there was a truck inside. It is a green F150 (co/623-WDR). I checked around the other building but did not see anything suspicious or notice any new (human) footprints. I Contacted Paul and he let me know that the truck was associated with on of the leases and it is fine being parked there.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Patrol/Outreach 2/21/2019 4:00 PM
On duty Rangers monitored a call about a man threatening individuals at the Aspen Gold Nordic Trails. I responded from the safety of vehicle to help assist in looking for the suspect. The man was located and cleared by APD and I cleared from the incident at 1606 hours.
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 2/21/2019 2:30 PM
Responded to animal complaint at Jaffee Park. RP caught off-leash boxer-breed dog she thought belonged to Bisque Cyr-Jackson. RP decided to bring dog to possible owner or pound, just as I pulled into the park. Cyr-Jackson would’ve been due for a third DOL ticket, if dog was loose on trail.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/21/2019 1:30 PM
Got into the Nordic spirit and did three laps on Moore/Aspen Golf Course. The trails are skiing great. I made several educational contacts - two dogs and one snowshoer - but compliance was good. Ran into one of the OSTB board members out on skis.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 2/21/2019 8:00 AM
Received email regarding another lion kill on RGT at Shale Bluffs (classic lion turf). 8137 patrolled area and 8136 posted lion awareness signs at Stein Park and Steven’s Street trail access. JU posted message and photos to social media.
8136 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 2/20/2019 12:30 PM
Found a cache of supplies, clothing, blanket, jacket etc under some trees along Stein trail - near the beach. This has been a reoccurring spot as there is a metal and concrete piece of material that is good for tucking items in to avoid the elements. Tagged for removal. 72 hours.
8136 Stein Trail Resource Damage 2/20/2019 12:30 PM
Witnessed a tractor pushing snow/debris down the steep hillside nearly onto the trail. Same spot as the recorded debris from last week. I contacted the driver at Holy Cross Energy in the ABC and was directed to Cody O'Neil, Glenwood District Operations. I spoke with O'Neil, mostly cordial and stated they would do their best to avoid pushing anything onto the trail corridor. Forwarded to code enforcement officer Alisa Dixon requesting input. See email.
8136 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 2/20/2019 12:30 PM
I removed the sleeping bag and belongings from the beach area I tagged on 2/17. Left a note with my contact info to retrieve it. Stored in the lockup.
8135 Public Works Office Maintenance 2/19/2019 2:00 PM
Dropped off 108 @ Fleet for major annual maintenance. 108 should be back in service in two business days.
8135 Stein Trail Resource Damage 2/19/2019 1:00 PM
I believe I’ve tracked the plow spoils falling onto Stein Trail from the Holy Cross Energy facility @ ABC. I will confirm and then contact Code Enforcement.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Closed Area 2/19/2019 10:00 AM
Spoke with Jim Breasted (man who put up posters at BHS trailhead regarding the Rock Bottom-Catherine Store closure) by phone. I informed Jim that postings are prohibited by code, educated him on rationale for closure, and shared RFTA’s 2006-2013 wildlife monitoring report for that section of trail.
8135 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 2/18/2019 2:00 PM
Assisted 72 with MVA on HWY82 at icy curve west of McFarlane Gulch Rd. Vehicle sped past me as I pulled into South Gate and ended up off road, hitting reflector posts, and deploying curtain airbags. I checked car, but it was unoccupied. 72 tracked down owner at her residence nearby and took case report.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 2/18/2019 1:00 PM
Removed laminated Jaffee River Trail outreach posters from Stevens Street accesses and pulled temp sandwich board from Jaffee Park.
8135 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 2/18/2019 11:30 AM
Verbal Warning: Campbell Diebolt for DOL (Aussie-terrier “Birdy”). Diebolt walked right past sandwich board. Polite and apologetic. Works in ABC. First warning. Referred to Pitkin Outside and explained winter wildlife rationale for law.
8135 Stein Trail Signage 2/18/2019 11:30 AM
Locked temp sandwich board on Stein Trail in tight, upright position to make it impossible or more difficult to lay flat on ground.
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 2/18/2019 11:30 AM
Tagged camp items appear untouched from yesterday.
8136 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 2/17/2019 3:00 PM
Belongings found scattered on the beach access near the "no fires" sign. I pink tagged and left resource pamphlet. See email for photos and gps.
8136 Stein Trail Signage 2/17/2019 2:30 PM
Today was the third time I had to put the new sandwich board upright. Someone keeps putting it face down. I spent some time down checking out a camp and waiting for dog walkers. It was late in the day and very cold - only one couple with dogs on leash passed by.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 2/17/2019 1:30 PM
8135 took report from a skier on SM of hikers on the Rim Trail. I passed it along to 242 and 243 but no response. I checked out our properties and no signs of trespass on Sky or 7 star.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/16/2019 2:00 PM
A woman wanted to walk 3 dogs on leash and the 4th off leash. She pointed out the Nordic sign that states dogs should be under control while on trails and on leash when near the Nordic centers. I pointed out our, “Dogs Must Be On Leash” sign. She left instead of walking the 4th dog on leash. We may run into her again. - I did not get her name as it was more of a trailhead discussion than compliance at the time.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 2/16/2019 1:30 PM
61 yo female was reported overdue on the HC- Smuggler loop at 1337hrs. 72 called the RP and I was en route. By 1347 the overdue hiker was found back at her home.
8136 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trash 2/16/2019 10:00 AM
Disposed of xmas tree dumped in the lot.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Signage 2/15/2019 3:00 PM
Swapped out a more visible, "Dogs must be leashed" sign at trailhead. Previous sign was badly faded.
8136 Sunnyside Trail Parking 2/15/2019 9:30 AM
Arkansas minivan was not at the lot this morning. I will continue to keep my eyes open for it.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/15/2019 8:30 AM
Placed a, “please respect preserve - stay on trail” sign at the Beach gate access.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 2/14/2019 3:00 PM
Submitted Antos’ ticket to court.
8135 Sunnyside Trail Parking 2/14/2019 8:30 AM
Noticed a maroon minivan with Arkansas plates parked in Sunnyside Trailhead Lot. It looks like someone is living in it. Please pink tag tomorrow if parked overnight.
8135 Sewell/Crystal River Parcel 1 Wildlife 2/13/2019 5:00 PM
Swapped out SD card in Crystal River Parcel 1 camera. No surprise, the place is a dog park.
8135 Sewell/Crystal River Parcel 1 Penny Hot Springs 2/13/2019 5:00 PM
Near whiteout conditions at Penny Hot Springs. Despite the weather, there were 3 cars in the pullout and at least a half dozen people drinking beer in the springs. Classic!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Closed Area 2/13/2019 4:00 PM
Responded to cold complaint from ACES of posters made by Jim Breasted posted at BHS trailhead. Posters urge skiers to contact him presumably to lobby CPW and RFTA to open the Rock Bottom to Catherine Store winter trail closure. I checked today and saw no new posters. I’ve contacted ACES to see if they have contact info for Breasted.
8135 Emma Open Space Parking 2/13/2019 3:45 PM
Pink tagged blue 4Runner (CO:165-HVL) repeatedly parked all day at Emma Schoolhouse Lot, likely for park and ride.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 2/13/2019 12:00 PM
Noticed ski tracks looping out into the woods from the bridge below Benedict Bridge. This seemed really odd, as the area is rocky with thin snow. It’s possible someone skied chute on the flank of Smuggler Mtn above, but I’ve only seen that done once in a big snow year.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 2/13/2019 12:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Jeff Erickson for DOL (“Avery” timid young Golden Retriever) below Benedict Bridge. Erickson works for Comm Dev and was wearing an OST hat. Reminded Erickson about Pitkin Outside app and reviewer area dog regs. First warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 2/13/2019 12:00 PM
Observed a small herd of elk grazing on oak brush between HCT near Salvation Ditch and Hunter Creek Rd. Wildlife, plus recent poor compliance with leash and dog waste codes, makes HCT worth prioritizing over Smuggler for the time being.
8135 Lani White Trail Written Warning 2/13/2019 11:15 AM
Written Warning: Arnold "Arny" (Hyde) Porath for off-leash and out of voice control golden retriever “Bo” that ran into me and snapped at my arm multiple times. At time of contact, I thought this was Porath's first warning and chose to make it a written warning due to dog’s behavior. Porath was argumentative at first, but conversation ended well enough. I made it clear next contact would be a ticket. For some reason, Porath gave "Hyde" as his last name (internet research shows this is possibly his wife's maiden name"), and I missed him in Ranger Mobile. The address given and DOB seem to match up. Porath had several warnings in 2010 and 2011. JA apparently gave him a written warning in 2011, but it was not in the archives. Either way, a written warning was appropriate. I've corrected Porath's compliance record.
8135 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 2/12/2019 3:00 PM
Sent email to all fly shops that have not completed reporting requirements for 2018 or renewed permits for 2019. Janet and I have already received responses from a few.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/12/2019 1:15 PM
Contacted two 20-something walkers on NSP Nordic track. I escorted them off the track and pointed out the “no walking” icon at the trail access. Friendly and compliant.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 2/12/2019 1:15 PM
Shoveled last of the ice off North Gate interp panels and benches. The sun really did the trick. I can tell the obs deck is already getting significant foot traffic.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 2/12/2019 1:15 PM
Observed old ski tracks going out onto river ice at North Star Beach (and possibly reconnecting with the Nordic track near Stillwater). I pinged CP again requesting signage advising skiers to stay on trail.
8135 Moore Open Space Nordic 2/12/2019 7:00 AM
Followed up with City of Aspen regarding minion violations of Owl Creek Chase permit. Nordic staff skied out and retrieved last remaining race signage. Thanks 8137 for monitoring event.
8136 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 2/11/2019 2:00 PM
DOL with Ingrid Hylmeka. She leashes up when she saw me. She was throwing a ball to her friends dog who she was watching. Suggested North 40. Referred to PitOutside, discussed winter wildlife and VW - first offense.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/11/2019 1:30 PM
DOL with Ron ___ near Stein falls. My phone died and I lost Ron’s last name. He is in RM with his name and his dog Astro for future reference. Ron was seemed a bit confused due to a medical ailment. Had trouble remembering his dogs name etc. very polite, cooperative, and apologetic. Referred to PitOutside, suggested a few places to have Astro off leash, discussed winter wildlife. First offense- VW
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/10/2019 3:00 PM
This afternoon was the busiest I've seen Northstar Nordic.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 2/10/2019 2:30 PM
Merlin got stuck in the snow/slush again at North Gate. Warmed up a lot today. 71 pulled him out.
8136 Owl Creek Trail Special Event 2/10/2019 2:30 PM
Monitored Owl Creek Chase. There were no major medical incidents called into dispatch. Minimal resource impact throughout the event. However, OCC failed to put up notice signage at OST trailheads 48 hours in advance, as described in the permit. I need to sweep the course to check for any microtrash - I don't expect to find any. See report.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/10/2019 2:00 PM
Bland Nesbit remembered me from chatting about the Jaffee survey. She is grateful OST provided community input. Bland printed out a copy of our flyer and put it in the Aspen Animal shelter.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/10/2019 12:00 PM
Pulled over at approx mm29 to outreach two XC skiers with dog heading toward the Dart habitat closure. Not pleased that they couldn’t ski all the way through to Basalt. They tuened around
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Patrol/Outreach 2/09/2019 5:00 PM
1400-1700 was the busiest part of my shift today. Stein Park Lot was full at 1600. Rangers, make sure to get out and about late in your shift.
8135 Stein Trail Written Warning 2/09/2019 4:00 PM
Written Warning: Steven Waldeck for DOL x 2 (small gray dog, medium brown dog). Second contact. Waldeck walked right past our leash law sandwich board. We discussed ways to get through to people about our regulations, and I informed Waldeck that next contact would result in a fine. Waldeck is a former USFS Ranger and was very apologetic.
8135 Jaffee Park Penny Hot Springs 2/09/2019 3:00 PM
Had a nice chat with Bill Jobe at Jaffee Park. Bill took our survey and listed at least 8 other people he got to submit their responses as well. Bill has been walking Jaffee River Trail 25 years and is very excited about the proposed policy change.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Commercial Permit Check 2/09/2019 2:00 PM
Checked permit compliance for Owl Creek Chase. I did not see event notice signs (required 24-hours before race) posted at any access points to Moore or Owl Creek Nordic trails.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 2/09/2019 12:30 PM
Left card on white Tacoma (CO:595-TQW) parked overnight in upper Smuggler lot. Note on dashboard says “parking spot needed for limited mobility hut trip participant - Hunter Causey 970-319-1604.” I requested they call before future trips to arrange “reasonable accommodations” in line with ADA.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 2/09/2019 11:00 AM
Shoveled out North Gate staircase and the interpretive panels on the Obs Deck. There’s still a lot of ice left, but the sun should take care of it.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Trails 2/09/2019 10:00 AM
Cut downed tree on shortcut between switchbacks of Smuggler Mtn Rd below the Silver Brick residence. GIS shows this as our property. I fielded a complaint from an upset older man yesterday about how the low-hanging tree would leave someone “brain dead.” All other shortcuts on Smuggler can be left to nature, as they are heavily eroded and steep.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Commercial Permit Check 2/09/2019 9:00 AM
Received notification yesterday from Stio indicating they planned to do their permitted film-shoot today (2/9) on RGT. I patrolled the area, but never saw them or fielded any complaints related to event impacts.
8135 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 2/08/2019 9:30 AM
Arrived on scene of two car injury accident at HWY82 and Hoagland Ranch Rd. SUV with two occupants rear-ended truck with one occupant. SUV had extensive damage, while truck barely looked dinged. 03 and 11 were on scene. Patient 1 - possible lower leg fracture, Patient 2 - severe chest pain, and Patient 3 - complained of dizziness and neck pain. Assisted Basalt Fire in loading two patients. Third patient refused treatment. Cleared once patients were transported.
8135 Redstone Park Maintenance 2/08/2019 8:30 AM
Shoveled out Redstone Bathrooms and adjacent trashcan.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 2/08/2019 8:00 AM
Very cold, probably below zero, at Penny Hot Springs. No people or cars. Disposed of frozen clothes and small amount of trash. Set nice pair of abandoned boots near trail. Descent route to river is icy and difficult to navigate even in mountaineering boots. Sweat lodge structure on adjacent private land has been removed, although rock pool and wood poles remain - this will likely become an “attractive nuisance” if not further restored. Code Enforcement has informed me the landowner is required to obtain an earthmoving permit and to restore the riverbank.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Trails 2/08/2019 7:30 AM
Signs of ski and fat tire bike traffic on Prince Creek Trail. Minor ice/flooding at lowest trail bridge.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Wildlife 2/07/2019 12:00 PM
Posted moose awareness signs at lower Smug kiosk, top of HCT, and HC Valley TH. 8137 had a close encounter with two large bull moose on HC Cutoff.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Parking 2/07/2019 12:00 PM
Forwarded parking complaint - hut tripper parked in HC Valley TH senior citizen parking space - to Code Enforcement.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 2/07/2019 8:00 AM
City Nordic Ranger position closes today. Please send last minute reminders to any qualified candidates!
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 2/07/2019 8:00 AM
Ranger Pcards are experiencing problems - possibly due to a fire disrupting Wells Fargo online service nationwide.
8135 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Patrol/Outreach 2/06/2019 2:00 PM
“Ski patrolled” Hunter-Smug loop. Encountered not a soul.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 2/06/2019 10:30 AM
NSP, Smuggler, and Stein Park trailheads look OK. Sunnyside and Jaffee trailheads could badly use a plow. Smug dog pots are still almost empty. Shoveled out Smug kiosk, dog waste sandwich board, and OST dog pots. Removed part of a bumper from parking area. Smug Mine folks scrapped the upper parking area down to the gravel - they crushed one or two orange barrels, but I still owe them a thank you.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 2/06/2019 8:00 AM
Over 100 responses logged so far for the Jaffee survey. That’s well over 10 survey responses per hour we’ve spent doing outreach on the trail. Responses seem to show overwhelming support for voice and sight control policy. Keep up the good outreach work!
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 2/05/2019 3:00 PM
Two people were very upset about how slippery SMR was this afternoon (no yak-tracks). One other person said it was slick but, “no complaints”. DJ from R&B was working on the road at that time. Should see snow tonight. I’m sure it’s fine. - also a guy from smug mine saw me shoveling the kiosk and came down with a skid steer. Looks good down there. More snow!
8135 Open Space & Trails Nordic 2/05/2019 2:30 PM
After a two plane commute to work from Michigan... I returned call to Rebecca Driscoll regarding walkers damaging NSP XC track. I discussed her signage ideas and listened to her concerns, and then forwarded Driscoll to CP (Nordic).
8136 Open Space & Trails Counters 2/05/2019 12:00 PM
All Trafx harvested.
8136 Glassier Open Space Parking 2/05/2019 11:30 AM
CO 728 MFR black Honda Element may have parked overnight. I am unable to tell if it’s the same vehicle or not. But, I did notice there was something similar to it in our lot yesterday. It does not look like anyone would be able to sleep in the back. Will check in the early am.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Verbal Warning 2/05/2019 9:00 AM
DOL with Lisa Meuller from Lazy Glen mobile homes. Nice woman who kindly admitted to letting her DOL early in the morning in the flat section between the new bridge and switchbacks. Introduced myself to the neighborhood, PitOutside, winter wildlife etc.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/05/2019 9:00 AM
Spent a fair amount of time skiing and hiking up and DV of Lazy glen. Outreached a woman walking a dog about the upcoming dog closure at Dart. Claimed to be turning around at LG barn. Seemed legit. - Saw John Bender using the road with his dog rather than the trail. Met “Danielle” with tiny dog “Liza” who live in the area. Initially thought Liza was off leash but it was a tiny, long leash/wire. Turned into a good chat. Plus the VW above. This area gets a fair amount of traffic in the morning. I imagine we will see compliance improve.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Trash 2/04/2019 3:00 PM
Changed out doggo pots on SMR for Bill while he was at jury duty. Smug was steady per usual. All Nordic was quiet due to warm weather/poor conditions.
8136 Open Space Properties Illegal Camping 2/04/2019 11:30 AM
An officer took a call from an RP who complained about overnight camping and drinking in Prince of Peace parking lot. Seemed LE would be better suited to handle it.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Penny Hot Springs 2/02/2019 2:00 PM
Xmas tree was dumped at the AK trailhead. Unable to pick it up with 108.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/02/2019 11:00 AM
A woman reported with photos a mountain lion kill on the Rio from sometime during the week. The carcass has since been moved.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 2/01/2019 12:00 PM
Contacted Sophia Espinosa and her little Gray/white dog off leash down from Stein Park. She was polite but not happy about the contact. Her friend was more upset and vocal about it. She gave the off season excuse and said rangers have a terrible job. Sophia was more pleasant and complaint. First contact. VW.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/31/2019 1:45 PM
I made nearly a dozen contacts at Jaffey in the late afternoon. Most had already done the survey but the others were more than willing. I’d imagine a good response.
8136 Stein Park (AVLT) Parking 1/29/2019 4:00 PM
CO CZJ-117 parked at Stein. Could be a trail user but it’s a flat bed work truck with a large rust colored tool box in the back. Let’s see if we notice again.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 1/28/2019 10:00 AM
I tried to catch up with two folks with two DOL at mm26 RGT. Skate skiers vs me on foot. UTC.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Verbal Warning 1/27/2019 3:30 PM
Outreach/education opportunity for a woman with a DOL walking toward the RGT from Basalt High parking lot. Gal was very nice and stated she understood the regs on the RGT and elects to go behind BHS so that she can have her DOL. Thanked me for reaching out to prevent a citation.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 1/27/2019 3:00 PM
I took down a "Notice" that was stapled on our new signage at Basalt High. Sign is requesting folks to help getting RFTA to open the RGT at Rock Bottom Ranch so he/she can ski to Carbondale. There was a stack of business cards also stapled to the post. - James Breasted 970.963.4190.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/27/2019 1:00 PM
Smuggler was very busy. There were many people sledding down and a couple of people complained about all of dog waste. It was looking pretty bad on the first part. I hung around the bottom area for awhile.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 1/27/2019 11:00 AM
Contacted a couple of vehicles working for Red Bull. They were using South Gate as a distributing area for their workers to pick up gear. I had a good chat with them and told them they couldn't be operating in the lot. They were really nice and understanding. They left within a few minutes.
8136 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/27/2019 10:00 AM
Handed out 2 survey cards to two dog walkers. Quiet morning here.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 1/26/2019 2:00 PM
DOL (x3) with Eileen Mastro out of Los Angeles. Tourist visiting for the week. Did not read trailhead regs. Educated about winter wildlife, other DOL friendly areas, Pitkin outside etc. first offense, VW.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Lost and Found 1/26/2019 2:00 PM
My name tag fell into deep snow when I changed layers. Should be right near the Main HC trailhead. I found the magnet but was UTL the name tag. Eileen from my contact earlier helped me look because I was “actually nice”. She even gave me a high five. She kept the dogs on leash too! - lmk if you find it in the spring.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 1/26/2019 2:00 PM
Approx 30yo woman from Portland not feeling well likely from altitude/exertion. She realized she felt weird near the meadow and decided to descend with her friend. She felt better when I saw her at the trailhead. Denied any medical response. Recommended Seeing physician if food, water, rest didn’t help. I still added to med sheet.
8136 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 1/26/2019 10:30 AM
Footprints up to the closure gate off RGT but no trespass. Homestead is secure. No signs of activity.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Parking 1/26/2019 9:00 AM
Pink tag warning for Subaru parked overnight - CO temp 522356. Left note saying it has been observed parked overnight multiple times. Parking reserved for trail use only. Overnight parking will result in $100 citation.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Verbal Warning 1/26/2019 9:00 AM
Outreach/reminder to John Bender (no relation to the Breakfast Club) with DOL on N River Rd. Productive convo reminding John that despite the close proximity of the trail to road, leash laws will be strictly enforced on RGT side of the fence. Introduced myself as his new neighbor and understands I will be in the area frequently keeping tabs etc.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 1/25/2019 1:00 PM
The U-lock is falling apart. Seems cheaply made. I don’t think I can fix it to it’s original form.. maybe duct tape would help. - but it does still work to lock up the bike.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/24/2019 1:00 PM
Contacted four people who seemed interested in the Jaffey Park survey. One of the ladies works at the shelter and I gave her flyers to put up there.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 1/24/2019 11:30 AM
Tagged a black old school bus with a snowmobile trailer (Min/RVG3231) at the Rio Grand trailhead at Woody Creek for parking without use of the trail and for taking up multiple spots. Bill had reported to me that they had unloaded snowmobiles and took off.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 1/24/2019 10:00 AM
Contacted CSS again about parking their vehicles and dumpster at The north gate. I spoke with one of the drivers I talked to yesterday. They cleared out and assured me they would no longer be using the lot. If they use it again we need to contact the sheriff’s department and get them ticketed. We cannot ticket on the CDOT right of way.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Patrol/Outreach 1/23/2019 4:30 PM
20 informed me that they had more information on the trespasser near the Penny Hot Springs. They know he is a Hispanic male who brings his family on the weekends. The land owner informed the people staying on the property of the problem. They were aware of it but thought the structure was on Open Space. When they confronted the man, he was unhappy with them and accused them of tearing down his structure. He drives a blue Toyota crossover and is apparently there every weekend. I told 20 we would keep an eye out while we are in the area and inform the deputies if we see him. They are going to charge him with trespassing.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Patrol/Outreach 1/23/2019 4:15 PM
Found that someone had dumped marijuana plants in the Penny Hot Springs parking area. It ended up being about a garbage bag full. I handed it off to 20 to get rid of.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 1/23/2019 11:30 AM
I had to tell workers from “Colorado Site Services” (CSS) to move two times at the North gate parking area. They had three trucks staged and blocking parking spots. I asked them once to move along and they said they would be gone in a minute. I went to the South Gate and talked to Jake Moe. When I got back they were still there and there was someone complaining to them about blocking. I told them if they did not move I’d be issuing all three drivers a ticket. They left after that but I imagine they have a work contract in the area and we should check on this lot.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/23/2019 10:30 AM
Handed out 3 cards at Jaffee to dog walkers. Seemed to be interested in doing the survey.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/22/2019 4:00 PM
Monitored another call regarding the structure being rebuilt upstream of Penny Hot Springs on private property with someone possibly in the act of working on the structure. 77 took the call and replied to RP. 20 said she would drop by en route from Marble.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Trash 1/22/2019 4:00 PM
Alisa Dixon notifies me she had spoken with the owner of 401 Smuggler Mtn Rd, and that they would speak with their trash collector about the dog waste can situation
8136 Lani White Trail Penalty Assessment 1/21/2019 1:30 PM
DOL with Tiffany Antos. 6th contact in same area. 2nd citation. $500. Very challenging writing in a white-out. Forgive my handwriting.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Mutual Aid 1/21/2019 9:30 AM
RP John Wailin 970.309.3026 called dispatch regarding the structure upstream of penny hot springs. A man was currently working on the structure. I connected with 77 and he is following up with RP as it is not on OST property.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 1/20/2019 2:30 PM
Dispatch connected me with RP, Jerry Hemming(?) 970.948.5252 at 1430 hours. Jerry was upset with a DOL near mm33 on RGT. I responded and contacted Paul Rudnick with Golden Doodle "Woody" off leash near Gerbaz. Rudnick did not have a leash but was happy to use one of ours. JA gave Rudnick a Verbal Warning in 2008. I decided to give him one as well having been 11 years. We had a productive chat. Very nice guy who lives below the RGT at Gerbaz. He ended up filling out a Jaffee survey as well. --- As I put this into RM in the office I did not see 8135 gave him a VW earlier this year. It didn't occur to me that he would have more than one VW! He did promise to keep Woody on leash and understood the next step after my warning was a 100$ citation. RP Jerry was also very happy that I made contact and praised our work on the trails.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 1/20/2019 11:30 AM
Educational contact with group skiing with DOL near top of HCT. Explained rules and issued warning. Due to extenuating circumstances and contact being on USFS, I did not get a name, although both man and woman in the couple were very open to lecture.
8136 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/20/2019 10:30 AM
Spent about 1.5 hours at Jaffee RT but only spoke to 2 people. One person filled out the form in person. I also spent 30 min at Stein park doing the same outreach. Spoke to 2 groups (5) people. 7 total Survey contacts today.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 1/20/2019 9:30 AM
Dropped off “Ozzy” the ranger e-bike (with new snow tires) in the Ranger Station. Please use a bike rack to transport and secure with a U-lock; it’s an expensive piece of equipment.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 1/20/2019 8:30 AM
There was a suspicious number of cars parked early at AK TH. I ran plates through Ranger Mobile, but apparently we’ve never recorded them. I will get the RFC Staff spreadsheet during my next patrol and check again for employees illegally parking in the lot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 1/20/2019 8:00 AM
Educational contact with woman and little boy walking two tiny DOL on sidewalk toward RGT @ BHS, apparently not headed for the trail. Handed out leashes and chatted.
8135 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 1/20/2019 7:30 AM
Did a walk through of Glassier Homestead - all secure. No recent cat tracks. Glasses closure. Closure sandwich board is still intact, but I could see truck tire tracks in the snow likely from Alec Parker accessing the ditch.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/19/2019 3:30 PM
8 cars and maybe a dozen and a half people at Penny Hot Springs. No trash observed, although it’d likely be covered by fresh snow.
8135 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 1/19/2019 3:30 PM
Someone has already shoveled out the Redstone bathrooms. I chipped out ice, but there wasn’t much else for me to do. Don’t make a trip down here specifically to shovel, just add it to the list of things to check while on patrol.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/19/2019 2:00 PM
Posted Jaffee Trail outreach posters at the Steven’s St. accessed and the top of Wilton Jaffee “Liaison” Trail. Handed out just one survey card in the mid-afternoon. 8137 made another 14 outreach contacts during the much busier lunch hour.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/19/2019 2:00 PM
Overheard call to CROs about a dog fight in Marolt OS.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 1/19/2019 2:00 PM
DOL w/ Michael Hunt and wife at slaughterhouse. Both very talkative and had questions about leash law reasoning and areas to go etc. Explained differing seasonal rationale, referred to PitOutside, VW.
8136 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 1/19/2019 1:30 PM
DOL with Scott Wilkinson near water treatment plant. Scott is new to the valley from NYC. Admitted to seeing sign (we were standing next to it). Explained winter wildlife, recommended DOL areas, referred to PitOutside, VW.
8135 Lani White Trail Dog Offense 1/19/2019 12:30 PM
Educational contact with woman unleashing tiny dog at entrance to Lani White Trail. I got dog back on leash and turned it into a chat about winter wildlife ecology.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 1/19/2019 9:30 AM
Several trailhead lots are looking a bit rough. The east end of South Gate is unplowed. The HC BLM Lot looks OK, and the two 10th Mtn Hut Parking spots in the upper lot look passable. The other two spots are passable in a car with moderate clearance. A man was camped in his gold van (CO:168-VKB) in the BLM Lot.
8136 Emma Open Space Parking 1/19/2019 8:30 AM
Pink tag CO 314-YGA for using Emma schoolhouse as PnR. I saw a Woman Park and quickly hop into a Range Rover. Suggested Willits or Basalt PnR for rideshare
8135 Public Works Office Maintenance 1/19/2019 8:00 AM
Wash bay appears to be out of service. Spray gun only sprays out steam. Reported to Fleet via Dispatch.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/18/2019 2:00 PM
Educational contact: "Suzy" had 2 dogs (on leash) walking directly in the skin track.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/18/2019 1:30 PM
Jaffey Park outreach flyers now distributed at the Woody Creek Tavern, Woody Creek post office, and the Old Snowmass post office. Fly shop has been closed.
8135 Emma Homestead Patrol/Outreach 1/18/2019 12:30 PM
Did a walk around and walk through of the Mather house. Clear. Also checked out Emma store and schools house. No footprints or signs of disturbance.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/18/2019 10:30 AM
Shoveled and cleaned off the outreach sign at Jaffey Park.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/18/2019 9:30 AM
Shoveled out sign and trash cans at smug and shoveled stairs at North Star.
8135 Administration Special Event 1/17/2019 2:00 PM
Attended meeting with PCIMT regarding X-Games ICS. I will figure out my schedule for next week soon, and share with crew.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/17/2019 1:00 PM
Shoveled out upper OST trash can and base kiosk at Smuggler Mtn. Plow keeps plowing them in.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Trash 1/17/2019 12:30 PM
Left voicemail for Alisa Dixon, Code Enforcement, regarding overflowing trash can at 401 Smuggler Mtn Rd. It does not appear anyone has checked the mail or picked up my business card.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Counters 1/17/2019 12:00 PM
Renamed and installed BCT counter in place of malfunctioning Smug counter. TRAFx Dock seems to be functioning fine??
8135 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 1/16/2019 3:00 PM
Contacted two guides, Cael Jones (drives green Vital Films truck) and Alex McIntyre (drives black truck, and did not have a fishing license on him), with groups in the Jaffee area. Both groups belonged to Aspen Outfitting. Aspen Outfitting has not submitted user numbers for 2018, and they haven’t paid their 2019 fee. I got their boss, Erik Page, on the phone and explained they were out of compliance. Page explained he had an email from Janet stating that he had until the end of the month, and he said he would call Janet today. Janet urged us to ticket... [Rangers, no fly shop has finished paperwork for 2019. Please contact any guided group. Use your discretion, but try to motivate the shop to renew their permits promptly. We can ticket guides if necessary].
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/16/2019 3:00 PM
Removed spray-painted green cruiser bike abandoned near Jaffee Park and dropped it off w/PCSO.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/16/2019 2:30 PM
Did about an hour of roving outreach along Jaffee River Trail. Only handed out one survey card due to ongoing snowstorm scaring people (apart from fishermen) indoors. [Rangers, please log dedicated outreach hours in the Outreach Log].
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 1/16/2019 11:00 AM
Finished and shared summary of 2018 ranger compliance and EMS data. See email to check out my report.
8135 Administration Maintenance 1/16/2019 8:00 AM
Cleaned USFS Ranger Station bathrooms and took out trash with 8136, as our cleaning crew is MIA due to the shutdown.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/15/2019 2:30 PM
Picked up long-missing third Bluetooth hand mic from Dispatch. For some reason... the voice prompts are in French.
8135 Jaffee Park Signage 1/15/2019 2:30 PM
Posted sandwich board at Jaffee River Trail Gate advertising outreach campaign and survey.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Trash 1/15/2019 1:30 PM
Left card and note in mailbox for 401 Smuggler Mtn Rd in regards to their overflowing roadside trash can (highest dog waste can on the road, which hasn’t been getting serviced).
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/15/2019 12:30 PM
CROs Took call of aggressive DOL on Marolt OS.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Wildlife 1/15/2019 12:00 PM
Took report from MRA member of three dead cougar cubs on his property adjacent to Seven Star Ranch OS. We discussed how male lions may kill rival litters. I referred him to Kurtis Tesch (CPW).
8135 Jaffee Park Mutual Aid 1/15/2019 10:45 AM
Pink tagged spray-painted cruiser bike seemingly abandoned on trail bridge between Jaffee Park and Aspen-Mass Trail. Removed a second black Specialized cruiser bike ditched and partially buried in snow below lower Aspen-Mass Trail. Dropped off second bike at PCSO.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 1/15/2019 9:30 AM
Verbal Warning: Ella Bennett for DOL (“Tana” white husky, one blue eye) at Stein Falls. Bennett is an Aspen Expeditions climbing guide. First contact.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Commercial Permit Check 1/15/2019 9:30 AM
Checked permit for Aspen Expeditions ice climbing guided group - all good for 2019.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/14/2019 10:30 AM
Took call regarding status of XC grooming on RGT in Eagle County. Referred question to Brett with RFTA.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 1/14/2019 10:30 AM
FYI - due to the govt shutdown, the cleaning crew will not be servicing the USFS Ranger Station. It is therefore up to us to empty trash and stock paper towel (raid PW or Facilities).
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 1/14/2019 9:30 AM
Left voicemail message with Peter Paul (Fort Yukon denizen) RE weekend illegal camping report.
8136 Dart Conservation Easement Nordic 1/13/2019 2:00 PM
Skied the mid valley today. It was busy out there with nordos! No dogs but I did see some prints. Lets pretend they're from coyotes. Ill be keeping an eye out.
8136 Stein Park (AVLT) Signage 1/13/2019 12:00 PM
Moved sandwich board from Smug back to Stein Park. "Leash Law" and "Get the Scoop".
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Counters 1/12/2019 4:00 PM
Trafx counter keeps saying “replace batteries”. I replaced them but the counter would not recognize a change. Something must be up with the counter.. Should we bring it in for troubleshooting?
8136 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 1/12/2019 11:00 AM
Shoveled RS bathroom entrance. Should be neat and tidy until next snowfall.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 1/12/2019 9:00 AM
Complete the first North Star Nature Nordic Tour. 4/6 people showed up. It was good fun and looking forward to the next one!
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 1/11/2019 1:00 PM
DOL with Nancy Paley near slaughterhouse. Claimed her hands were too cold to hold the leash. Polite and cooperative. Lecture about winter wildlife, referred to PitOutside, suggested DOl friendly areas. First offense. VW
8135 Emma Open Space Wildlife 1/11/2019 9:00 AM
Responded to call regarding duck hunters in the area of Emma OS. I located two vehicles at the W. Two Rivers pullout (CO:CZJ-590, white 4Runner, and CO:083-NQH, Toyota SUV) possibly belonging to hunters. UTL on hunters. It’s likely the hunters ignored “no hunting” signs posted near the road. The Pitkin-Eagle line runs close to the pullout and bisects the mid-channel island owned by OST. Half of our river property is outside Title 12 jurisdiction. I sent an email to 301 and DWM Yamashita looking for advice.
8135 Redstone Park Maintenance 1/11/2019 8:00 AM
Shoveled out small amount of fresh snow in front of Redstone Bathrooms. It appears someone else hit it yesterday. Rangers, please keep an eye on this and hit it after the snowstorm.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/11/2019 7:45 AM
1 vehicle at Penny. Snowstorm.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/10/2019 1:00 PM
Contacted "Martha Stewart" on the Rio with her blue healer off leash. This time she gave a different name. Her dog was wearing a service dog vest and she said the dog has to be off leash to do its duties detecting epilepsy episodes. It was not a very pleasant contact. Not much we can do in those situations. When I encountered her on the walk back I talked to her again, this time I made sure to be very friendly and explain why I had contacted her to begin with.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 1/09/2019 12:45 PM
Had a pleasant chat with M. Strobl on summit of Smuggler Mtn. (subject of 12/24/18 civil dispute). Strobl ended up paying full price for the cellphone her dog, Gracie, broke. Strobl said the other half of the dispute became “mean” and “threatening,” but Strobl indicated she was understanding and committed to better training her dog.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/08/2019 4:00 PM
Rangers, from January 10th-March 1st, we will be assisting OST staff (JY) in doing outreach along the Jaffee River Trail. We will be fielding questions and encouraging people to fill out surveys with their opinions about potentially changing the trail to Voice & Sight Control.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/08/2019 2:30 PM
Photographed 9 big horn sheep from Penny Hot Springs. Chatted about sheep biology and conservation with a couple from Arkansas, and handed out a Pitkin Outside card. 6 vehicles and about 10 people at the springs.
8135 Bull Pen Lot Parking 1/08/2019 1:30 PM
Checked on Bull Pen Lot. Tracks indicate someone was driving recklessly in and out of lot, maybe in a UTV, and got stuck in the snow.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Meeting/Planning 1/08/2019 1:00 PM
Met w/RFTA and JY to discuss e-bike safety and policy in the run up to adoption of their RGT recreation management plan. OST is firm on Class 1 e-bikes only.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Resource Damage 1/08/2019 10:30 AM
Determined illegal structure in Crystal River is on private land, and referred case to Alisa Dixon with Code Enforcement (see report). The structure will likely stay in place for awhile until Dixon contacts the landowner.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Resource Damage 1/07/2019 4:00 PM
Documented 20’ x 14’ tarp structure over a hot spring pool and about 10’ x 50’ excavated area on bank of Crystal River upstream of Penny Hot Springs possibly in Hot Springs Ranch/Filoha Meadows Open Space or on private property (depending on which map you consult). Structure is accessed via a ladder, and we found a half dozen landscaping tools. 77 will file a report. I will follow up on this more tomorrow.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 1/07/2019 11:30 AM
Took report from 77 of “sweat lodge” tarp structure encasing one of the springs at Penny Hot Springs. 77 sent video and photos showing robust structure and excavation tools.
8136 Wingo Junction River Access Parking 1/06/2019 4:00 PM
Received a call from SO 62 regarding jurisdiction of parcel located on the south end of Wingo bridge. - There was another call about the RV. - He wanted to confirm it was not OST. SO won’t move them along until a complaint from landowner. I thanked 62 for looking out us.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/05/2019 12:00 PM
Busy On Smug. I added more dog bags to the dog bag stations. Fairly clean and looking like people are picking up after themselves. Lots of people wanting to talk.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 1/05/2019 11:00 AM
North Star was very busy again today. Many people walking the Nordic trail. I double checked and there is not a sign for no walking at the South Gate entrance, which is where most people have started from.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 1/04/2019 1:00 PM
I spent the afternoon at North Star after receiving a text about walkers with a dog on the nordic trail. I did not see the dog but there were more people walking the trail than using it for skiing. It was busy out there today with many opportunities for educational contacts.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 1/03/2019 1:30 PM
Contacted Emily Kolbe for DOL x 2 (two well behaved goldens). She was skate skiing below Stein. This was her second warning. She had spoken previously with 8135 in 2016 for basically the same thing. Due to the flow of the conversation I did not write out Emily a WW but told her I was going to put it in as a WW. She agreed and knows her next encounter will be a citation. WW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/03/2019 10:00 AM
Checked up on the middle Rio after receiving a text from Ted about tracks on the trail. The tracks were already groomed over. Later I talked to Gosney and he said there was over a mile of trail driven on. It looked like it was just to mess up the trail.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/02/2019 12:00 PM
After receiving a voicemail about the condition of smuggler mountain dog waste bins, I spent the afternoon up there. It was very busy, lots of dogs, didn't see too much waste on the ground (not more than usual). Bill had emptied the trash. I removed the "BOTOX WAY" sign that was placed on the smuggler sign.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/02/2019 10:30 AM
Educational contact at Jaffey park with a couple and their 4 dogs. I reminded them they need to keep their dogs under control and to make sure they were watching them at all times. Multiple people with multiple dogs at the park today.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 1/01/2019 1:30 PM
Smuggler is hopping with tourists!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/01/2019 10:30 AM
Requested additional Nordic signage (“no walking”) for North Star XC track. The South Gate entrance had no sign stating waking was prohibited.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 1/01/2019 10:30 AM
Left card on sedan clearly, and freshly, stuck, but unoccupied in South Gate Lot (NV: 733-F54) blocking plow route for parking area. I instructed RO to call for tow or contact PCSO for help. A white mini-van filled of junk was also parked in the lot too, but had fresh tracks indicating it likely wasn’t parked overnight.
8135 Administration Special Event 1/01/2019 7:00 AM
Happy New Year 2019!
8136 Arciero Trailhead Parking 12/31/2018 9:30 AM
Subaru was gone this morning.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/30/2018 3:00 PM
I've run into a man who rides a horse on the RGT around 1500 the past few days. His horse is afraid of ski poles. Keep it in mind!
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/30/2018 2:00 PM
I've noticed the RGT/Stein has been busiest around 1400-1600 the past two days (weekend trend?). Stein parking lot was nearly full both days at 1400. No compliance issues. Stein trail and the RGT were busy but I did not see one dog today. I'll take it!
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/30/2018 12:00 PM
Snowcat groomed and put tracks for Nordic in the RGT!
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 12/30/2018 8:30 AM
I've seen a blue Subaru CO FZO 513 at the Emma Schoolhouse fairly often. I'll keep an eye to make sure it's not using as a park n ride.
8136 Arciero Trailhead Parking 12/30/2018 8:00 AM
Black/grey Subaru Crosstrek with some frost on the windshield possibly parked overnight. CO temp plate 522356. I will check in the morning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 12/28/2018 12:00 PM
Contacted Dianne Giancaroo about her Black/Brown/White Australian Shepherd being off leash on the Rio near the Stein trail connector. She saw the signs on the way in but gave the off season excuse. It was here first contact, she lives in town. VW
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/27/2018 4:30 PM
Monitored a call for 20 about a dog biting a lady on Smuggler. It's been busy up there with lots of dogs.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 12/27/2018 12:00 PM
There was a white Range Rover (CO/366-YOU) parked partially blocking the entrance to Jaffee Park. 71 ran the plates for me and I gave the owner a call. Coulter Young from Woody Creek said his car had broke down and he was waiting at his house for a tow truck. I asked if he could come move it with my help into a safer spot but apparently the cars steering wheel was locked up.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/27/2018 10:00 AM
There were tracks going up to the Glassier closure that stopped short of the sign at the upper end of the two track. These prints did not appear to be Alec's and too big for his wife's. There were no footprints coming in from the Rio gate entrance. No new activity at the homestead.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 12/27/2018 2:00 AM
Someone has been post-holing in the XC track!
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/26/2018 2:00 PM
Another dog on the loose was reported at Smuggler. 48 and myself responded but it was resolved before I showed up. Young tan lab returned to its owner.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 12/24/2018 4:30 PM
Smug started to get very crowded as I was leaving and the sun was setting. Most people were sledding. Looked fun!
8136 Open Space & Trails E-bike Contact 12/24/2018 2:00 PM
Met with Fedex and returned the Ebikes.
8136 Sheriff's Office Mutual Aid 12/24/2018 8:00 AM
Provided deputy 64 with general info on Triangle Peak Trail (BLM not OST). 64 inquired after an incident involving a dog that was shot not far above the trailhead at Gerbaz and Upper RIver rd. Evidently the incident became complicated and he does not intend to press charges.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/23/2018 4:00 PM
Monitored call regarding someone shooting a dog on Triangle Trail (not OST). Dog was taken to the emergency vet, and 2220 and 64 contacted a suspect at Phillips Hillside.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/23/2018 3:00 PM
Contacted one group of six sledders and one lone walker on Nordic near Tiehack Bridge. I requested they avoid damaging groomed surface, and suggested other places to go.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Mutual Aid 12/23/2018 1:45 PM
Resolved civil dispute between Lindsay Gallagher and Michelle Strobl on Smuggler Mtn Rd. Strobl’s dog evidently bit and broke Gallagher’s $800 iPhone. I contacted both sides separately, moderated a discussion, and then both agreed to split the cost of phone repairs. I’ll prepare a report in case the two have further dispute and it needs to go to the SO.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Verbal Warning 12/23/2018 1:45 PM
Verbal Warning: Michelle Strobl for dog (medium black and white dog) out of Voice & Sight Control on Smuggler Mtn Rd. Dog reportedly broke another hiker’s cellphone.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Lost and Found 12/23/2018 11:00 AM
Returned lost and found XC skis to owner in Stein Park.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/22/2018 11:00 AM
Nordic patrolled starting at Aspen Nordic Center. 143 had responded to an aggressive dog complaint at the golf course before I arrived, and seemed to clear from the dog owner’s residence with a verbal warning. I patrolled golf course (Trail #10) and Moore OS (Trail #20) with no compliance issues.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Ticket Follow-up 12/22/2018 7:00 AM
Received online payment from Jurgensen.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 12/21/2018 11:00 AM
“Dogs Must Be Leashed” sign near the private drive on HCT had been unscrewed and re-oriented upside down. There is currently only 1 bolt in the top. Another is needed to secure the bottom.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Dog Offense 12/20/2018 12:30 PM
Took dog at large call for 76 on Smuggler Mtn Rd. Located black and white Aussie-spaniel dog with part of a dead deer in its mouth off-trail approx. 1mi up. Dog fled down into town. 141 visited a construction site on Smuggler Grove where a bystander told me the dog belonged, but workers told her the dog wasn’t theirs. Workers promised to call if they catch it. Dispatch gave me contact info for a possible owner, Robin Bay-hee (phonetic spelling), 970-309-9262. I left a voicemail message. Please don’t hesitate to ticket dog owner if needed. Dog has been roaming Smuggler for about a week and is likely disturbing habitat.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Verbal Warning 12/19/2018 12:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Natalie Noakes for dog out of v&s control on Smuggler. “Ricky” - Noakes’ roommate’s dog - ran away somewhere lower down on Smuggler and couldn’t be located. I offered to call if I found dog, and I reminded Noakes of v&s control code. The lost dog was later spotted running down Main Street. I gave Dispatch owner info and left a voicemail message with Noakes.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 12/19/2018 12:00 PM
Discovered mule deer hide and leg bone on game trail off Smuggler Mtn Rd. K9s has uncovered hide from beneath the snow. Hard to tell source or age of hide. Hide appeared cut and skinned. No evidence of lion kill or gut pile.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 12/19/2018 11:30 AM
Followed up with Court. P. Kienast plead guilty and paid reduced fine of $50, plus fees. V. Harris FTA’d again. The judge is deciding whether to issue a warrant or a Notice to Appear (Harris lives in CA).
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/19/2018 9:30 AM
After some back and forth with Nordic and reading the Nordic easement that applies only to the East Owl Creek Subdivision-section of Nordic OCT (not to Sunny Ranch, i.e. the meadows across from the Red Barn), I clarified that, as originally thought, rangers do not have ticketing authority on the trail. I relayed this to CP. Please contact and educate anyone walking, snowshoeing, or bringing dogs onto the trail, per usual. If the subject belongs to the HOA and is located on the eastern portion of the trail, explain the easement prohibits that use and politely refer them back to the HOA to discuss the issue. No one (except perhaps ranch staff) should be allowed to walk, snowshoe, bring dogs, etc. on Sunny Ranch property, per “Dawn,” the ranch owner.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/18/2018 1:00 PM
Checked in with Aspen Nordic Center, handed out my card, and dropped off box of calendars. I recommended they contact CROs first if they have issues on the golf course.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 12/18/2018 12:30 PM
Lunch hour patrol of RGT below Stein Park yielded no contacts, but I did find and turn in a bronze-colored Kona “Fire Mountain” MTB stashed by the river. I saw no evidence of a camp, but snow may be covering something.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 12/18/2018 9:30 AM
Monitored call for sleeper in ditch on Marolt OS near Marolt Ranch bus stop. 120 and several other officers responded and ran one male party.
8135 Administration Illegal Camping 12/18/2018 8:00 AM
A reminder: Mind Springs Health offers a one-stop-shop for primary care, dental, and mental health services at the Homeless Shelter the first Tuesday every month from 1630-1800hrs. Please share this info with people who may need it.
8135 Administration Maintenance 12/18/2018 8:00 AM
108 is ready for pick up.
8136 Public Works Office Maintenance 12/17/2018 5:00 PM
108 is at PW for seat cover install
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Mutual Aid 12/17/2018 10:00 AM
I monitored a call regarding Nicki Gross losing Henke in the woods behind HC apartments. Sounded like it could have been on HCT.
8135 Emma Homestead Signage 12/17/2018 10:00 AM
Spoke with DWM Yamashita regarding “no hunting” signage along the Roaring Fork River across from Emma OS. I agreed to post two “no hunting” signs near Two Rivers Rd. on the State Wildlife Area at Yamashita’s request to button up signage. 8137 responded to post signs.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/17/2018 8:00 AM
Followed up on cold report by Matt Dubé of man walking Great Dane and another dog off-leash on Owl Creek Nordic Trail. Man claimed to be a landowner. As the winter trail crosses private land w/o a formal easement, rangers have no enforcement authority. I suspect the man may be Toby Neugebauer, whom I contacted last year for trespassing. See my entry from 2017. Rangers, please keep an eye on this area (it makes for an easy truck patrol).
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 12/16/2018 2:30 PM
DOL with Sterling Tomkins. Lecture about winter wildlife etc. Polite and cooperative. She understands next time is a citation.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/16/2018 2:00 PM
Nearly full parking lot at Stein. Lots of people, not a lot of dogs, great compliance.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/16/2018 10:00 AM
2 cars 3 people. No trash. One truck had a camper on it. Folks said they were just driving through. At 1300 they were gone.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Counters 12/15/2018 9:00 AM
Trafx dock is no longer working.
8135 Sheriff's Office Mutual Aid 12/14/2018 3:00 PM
I came across a disabled vehicle in snowmass canyon at mm 27.5. She was in a bad spot and had already been clipped. I set up stratigically behind her with all of my lights on (THANKS TIMS!). She had broken down then someone clipped her while she was pulled over just before I arrived. I waited for 65 to get there and cleared.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 12/13/2018 1:00 PM
The vehicle we assisted 71 with yesterday was gone. There is now a blue and white camper van parked in the same area (CO/DHE-554).
8135 Public Works Office Maintenance 12/13/2018 8:00 AM
Picked up 107 from PW. The new seat covers look sharp and professional. Please do your part to keep the truck clean.
8135 Wingo Junction River Access Mutual Aid 12/12/2018 2:00 PM
Assisted 64 in determining jurisdiction of land where RV is camped near Wingo Bridge. RV is on private land, and PCSO will take no action unless owner complains.
8135 Jaffee Park Mutual Aid 12/12/2018 11:45 AM
Responded to car camping complaint at Jaffee Park, white BMW SUV (CO: CXL-846) reportedly parked for three nights. PCSO night shift had already tagged vehicle. 71 ran plates. Vehicle belongs to unstable woman who recently FTA’d. Call PCSO if you see her.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/12/2018 10:00 AM
3 cars of people at hot springs.
8135 Sawmill Hill Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/12/2018 9:30 AM
Scouted accesses to Sawmill Hill OS above Redstone. I don’t suggest driving East Creek Rd. in the winter, even though it’s partially maintained year-round. I got photos of the lower Drool icefall. I will return to find the Pillar icefall after consulting with GT on legal access, as this area is politically sensitive.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/12/2018 8:30 AM
No people, cars, or evidence of camping at the hot springs. Minimal trash.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 12/11/2018 4:00 PM
4 cars and a half dozen people at the hot springs. Large elk herd visible in Filoha Meadows.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 12/11/2018 3:30 PM
Swapped out SD card in Glassier gate camera. Placed temp closure sandwich board on two-track. We can pull it in a few weeks. No clear evidence of trespass. Did a walk through of the lease area; all’s well on the homestead.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Mutual Aid 12/11/2018 2:00 PM
Provided directions to the structure near Tiehack Bridge to 11 and 71. PCSO is checking it out and then referring case to Pitkin County Code Enforcement or Building Dept.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 12/11/2018 12:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Noelle Hernandez for DOL (“Bam Bam” small gray dog) on RGT @ Stein Bridge. I dispelled off-season excuse myth and referred to Pitkin Outside. Hernandez stated that she had been contacted before, but only in the “summer.”
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/11/2018 12:30 PM
Took complaint from Paul Holsinger of “all sorts of” DOL on RGT from Stein Park down to Stein Bridge. I patrolled area and encountered 10 people, 1 leashed dog, and 1 DOL (warning issued to owner). Please keep an eye on this area and Stein Trail during the lunch hour.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Commercial Permit Check 12/11/2018 12:30 PM
Returned call from Aspen Alpine Guide’s regarding permit process - referred to JU.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 12/11/2018 10:30 AM
79 and I assisted Merlin who had been stuck for a day in his van parked in the South Gate Lot. 79 was able to tow the van onto the cement.
8135 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 12/10/2018 2:30 PM
Placed temp wildlife camera (39.379597, -107.091325) near the metal Glassier homestead barn and permanent “property closed behind this sign” signs on each gated access to the homestead. Laura Lucero reported a suspicious man (short, stocky late-40s-50d white male in white Jeep) wandering through homestead this morning. I interviewed Lucero about an hour after the incident. According to Lucero, the same individual was encountered this summer. Paul H. and Lucero suspect man may have been looking for items to steal in metal barn, hence the camera. Keep ‘yer eyes peeled.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/10/2018 10:00 AM
Showed 120 to the possibly illegal structure on private land adjacent to the public Nordic trail easement.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 12/09/2018 11:00 AM
Listened in on a call about possible poachers on McClain Flats rd. It was reported that there were two guys in camo with binoculars looking out to private property. I drove by to see if they were looking on our property and they were. They were looking onto private property and Stein Open Space. I monitored for awhile but they eventually left. I didnt get close enough to them to get a license plate but they were two white males in a red Toyota Corolla.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 12/09/2018 10:45 AM
DOL with Greg Jurgensen near mm22.5. Approx 100 yards East of Emma Schoolhouse. Claimed the animal must be off leash but did not elaborate on what work it performed and/or whether a leash would impend its ability to provide the service.
8136 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 12/09/2018 9:30 AM
Stocked General store, PW, CMC (aspen) with calenders.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 12/08/2018 9:30 PM
After the shuttle dropped me off at the Forest Service Station last night I came in to use the restroom. The door was left OPEN! The last person in the building was one of the forest service rangers. Close the door behind you!
8136 Chapparal Trail Patrol/Outreach 12/08/2018 9:00 AM
Replaced batteries in camera on BLM fence.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Patrol/Outreach 12/07/2018 4:00 PM
The gold Chevy Van was the only vehicle parked in the Stein parking area. I would imagine he cannot get to his spot up on hunter anymore and we may be seeing him around our lots.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Illegal Camping 12/07/2018 7:00 AM
There were two vehicles and one tear drop camper parked in the hot springs parking lot. Both vehicles were obviously occupied by campers. However, there did look like they were on there way through and probably did not live the "van life". Silver/blue Toyota Van (Illinois AG-88718) with tear drop camper and gold CR-V (CO/OXN-980).
8136 Seven Star Ranch Signage 12/06/2018 2:30 PM
Added an old "Property Closed/Temporary" sign on fence approx. 40 yards North of SM Welcome sign.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Mutual Aid 12/05/2018 1:00 PM
Located large two-story treehouse structure with possible zip line in Maroon Creek gorge north of Tiehack Bridge. Clearly, the Structure is on private land adjacent to the public Nordic easement. I documented, consulted with City, and referred to Officer Madril and Deputy Bennett.
8136 Lani White Trail Signage 12/05/2018 1:00 PM
"Love em, leash em" sandwich board had been moved and stashed behind the stone wall at LW trailhead. I set it back in place.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Ticket Follow-up 12/05/2018 8:00 AM
M. Fox plead guilty and paid reduced fine of $50 + Court fees (for a likely total of around $75).
8135 Emma Open Space Parking 12/04/2018 11:45 AM
Pink-tagged red van (CO: 082-CQL) using Emma Schoolhouse Lot as Park & Ride. Other possible commuter vehicles - CO: 882-BQR and CO: KQW-185. Green Jeep has begun using Grace Church Lot instead.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/04/2018 11:00 AM
Stocked WC PO, Snowmass PO, Basalt, and Meredith calendar boxes. Some boxes not listed as stocked in the log were full up. Please make sure to record your visits in the log to avoid unnecessary trips.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Counters 12/02/2018 9:00 AM
Harvested and Winterized Deadline, Viewline, OCT, BCT, seven star, Cozyline, airline, Glassier bike/eq.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/01/2018 8:00 AM
Finished where 8135 left off. Closed BCT, Ditchline, Deadline, seven star.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 11/30/2018 6:00 PM
Closed bottom of BCT, roped off and gated Cozyline, posted closure sign at Koutsoubos’s driveway, posted one closure sign at Welcome Sign and placed closure sawhorse on 7 Star Trail, and locked Viewline and Airline gates. Due to severe weather and dangerous road conditions, I couldn’t finish BCT or close Ditchline and Deadline. 8137 will complete tomorrow. Better to live to ranger another day....
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Resource Damage 11/30/2018 1:00 PM
Deputy Wheatley and I interviewed Chris Tudge, suspect in Aspen-Mass/Mills illegal trail project case, at PCSO. Tudge confessed and agreed to buy necessary supplies and put in “sweat equity” to restore resource damage to Ted O’Brien’s specs. All parties agreed. Failure to complete acceptable restoration will result in criminal mischief charge.
8135 Crystal River Valley Closed Area 11/30/2018 8:00 AM
Closed Red Canyon Trail, Thompson Creek OS, Tarr OS, and Red Wind Pt OS.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 11/29/2018 4:30 PM
I met with 65 and gave him the evidence for our bandit trail.
8135 Emma Trail Parking 11/29/2018 2:00 PM
Observed multiple vehicles using the parking lot as a park and ride. I talked to two individuals, one who got out of her car and into the other's. I let them know they cannot use the parking lot unless they were using it for the trail or the schoolhouse. The vehicles were a silver ford f-150 (CO/660-OLF), 4-runner (CO/165-HVL), Red VW (CO/AEF-683), red Chevy Malibu (340-KLQ), red Toyota Syenna (082-CQL). I did not have enough pink tags at the time. They'll be there again.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 11/29/2018 9:00 AM
Called B. Durham and secured permission to access Filoha gate via private drive tomorrow morning.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 11/28/2018 12:00 PM
8137 and myself started distributing calendars. We have updated the sheet. Everyone was stoked to see the calendars are back!
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 11/27/2018 2:15 PM
After multiple miles of difficult skiing, I posted a camera on a sign post at the Cozyline-Skyline intersection (39.230644 -106.886891), per JU’s request. The first descent of Cozyline Trail was very rough and hazardous. I wouldn’t recommend it.
8135 Administration Maintenance 11/27/2018 11:00 AM
Cleaned our mouse poop from above ranger fridge. Traps are empty. Please keep an eye peeled and use the bleach cleaner in the closet if you find poop. No one wants Hanta virus...
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 11/27/2018 9:30 AM
Emailed Roaring Fork Club regarding overdue permit payment ($5000) and incomplete trail work project requirement.
8136 Moore Open Space Signage 11/27/2018 8:30 AM
Replaced “Dogs Must Be Leashed” signage with “No Dogs” (rockart) at all 4 existing trailhead locations.
8135 Administration Special Event 11/26/2018 4:00 PM
“Kim” has started her employment with the County as the new OST Admin. Assistant (replacing Fran in early 2019). Please say hi and introduce yourself!
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 11/26/2018 4:00 PM
Beware - streets are dangerously icy in the West End and downtown (give crosswalks and stopped traffic a wide berth).
8136 Emma Homestead Signage 11/26/2018 4:00 PM
Reoriented “No Hunting” signage at Emma Rd. I placed one sign on a cone directly where hunters had parked yesterday. Another sign on a wooden post was placed upstream of the Osprey cam on a steep trail used by fisherman.
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 11/26/2018 3:30 PM
Spoke with RP (Taylor Creek Fly Shop) and then located camp on old wagon road approx. 1/2 mile west of Owl Creek drainage on Airport Ranch OS. 8137 tagged and documented. We will return in 72 hours.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 11/26/2018 12:00 PM
Closed sloping portion of upper Smuggler Lot with 8137. We installed four R&B barrels, a sign, and closure rope.
8135 Emma Homestead Verbal Warning 11/26/2018 9:30 AM
Issued warnings to Warren Chetosky and Matthew Tinsel for bird hunting in Emma Open Space (on a mid-stream island). I elected to issue warnings after consulting with DWMs Tesch and Yamashita. From here on out, we all agreed it’s best to strictly enforce the hunting closure (using OST tickets). Both Yamashita and Tesch offered their help in the matter. OST will do the enforcement through Title 12 tickets and CPW will help spread a consistent (and more accurate) message.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Closed Area 11/26/2018 8:45 AM
“No dog” sign at ag access to Dart fell or was knocked over. I drove in a new stake and posted the sign again.
8135 Emma Homestead Parking 11/26/2018 8:30 AM
Pink tagged lime green Jeep (CO: 537-XPO) using Emma Schoolhouse Lot as park & ride. Other possible park & riders - 4Runner (CO: 165-HVL), Toyota van (CO: 082-CQL), Malibu (CO: 340-KLQ), and silver Mercedes SUV with temp tags.
8135 Emma Homestead Wildlife 11/26/2018 7:15 AM
57 and I attempted to contact two bird hunters on Emma OS. We located vehicles with at least one empty gun case inside, ran plates, and left cards. UTL on thickly vegetated and slick riverbank, although we could hear gunshots and see dog and human footprints. 57 turned over call to CPW. I’ve attempted to stop illegal (and historic) hunting at this location by posting signs, but this seems to have been ineffective. I emailed Kurtis Tesch requesting assistance in enforcing the regulations.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 11/24/2018 3:30 PM
Unsafe hiking/driving conditions. Heavy winds and snow. Will check for downed trees in the morning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/24/2018 10:00 AM
Noticed multiple human and dog tracks on the Rio through the dart dog closure. We’ll have to monitor this area until compliance is gained.
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 11/23/2018 3:00 PM
I received an Email from Jerry Pazar about a camp he found while fishing on Airport Ranch OS. I could not locate the camp today and will be trying to get in touch with Jerry via phone.
8135 Mills OSP Patrol/Outreach 11/23/2018 2:30 PM
Checked and cleared mills os for campers.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/23/2018 10:00 AM
There is a gray Nissan Sentra (CO/QPB-584) partially blocking the Rio on the DV entrance on Smith Hill. It has been tagged by 64 as of yesterday. I am going to contact the SO if it is not moved by the end of the day. Update: Vehicle has been moved as of 1500.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 11/21/2018 10:30 AM
Verbal Warning: Martha Schanfarber of Austin, TX for DOL (“Cooper,” white retriever) on HCT. Explained winter wildlife rationale for leash law and referred to Pitkin Outside for Voice & Sight Control trails.
8135 Sheriff's Office Trails 11/21/2018 9:30 AM
57 conducted another welfare check on Nicki Gross (and her dog) today.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 11/21/2018 8:00 AM
Submitted P. Kienast to court.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Dog Offense 11/20/2018 1:00 PM
Observed Nicki Gross screaming and losing control of her dog on Smuggler Mtn Rd. While Gross was attempting to pick up after her dog, it escaped, ran up the road, and was leashed by another hiker. The hiker claimed Gross’s dog had “attacked” her dog. I decided the best course of action was to deescalate the situation, talk Gross into leashing her dog, and walk-and-talk with her back to the trailhead. I explained to Gross the regulations (if your dog isn’t under voice & sight control, it must be leashed) and why her dog’s behavior (nipping, stealing gloves, jumping, etc.) might seem threatening to other people. I called in the contact as a welfare check w/o need for a deputy. 57 monitored my traffic.
8135 Emma Homestead Trails 11/20/2018 10:30 AM
Checked Emma camera - intact. Security check on Mather House - secure. Found two abandoned shopping carts on RGT at Emma Rd. Someone pushed them all the way into the next county... I returned them to City Market.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Mutual Aid 11/19/2018 4:00 PM
Assisted APD in determining jurisdiction and ownership of parcel where an RV is camped (near Marolt Place on the Thomas Ranch parcel owned by City of Aspen). APD wants permission to tag and move along vehicles; they thought it was County land. I forwarded issue to BL and Ben Carlsen. Carlsen approved tagging the vehicles; 143 said he would get on it. 143 also informed me the "homeless folks" took down the no overnight parking signs that were previously posted in that location.
8135 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 11/19/2018 3:45 PM
Checked on Victor Gouch in his camp on RFTA property by the Aspen roundabout after seeing crows gathering around him... he was fine, just eating dinner.
8135 Stirling Cooper Open Space Trails 11/19/2018 3:00 PM
Explored Stirling Cooper “Wilderness” Trail near Little Annie Rd. in Castle Creek Valley. The trail starts from the lowest parking area on Little Annie Rd., traverses and climbs steeply through USFS land, and then enters the 54-acre Stirling Cooper Open Space. I hiked for several miles and patrolled very little of the actual OST parcel, as the trail skirts below it for a ways - I will need to go back next summer (this trail would be unsafe to hike once it gets heavy snow cover due to avy danger). Stirling Cooper Trail is a very neat, very steep, and relatively obscure trail that we aren’t expected to monitor regularly. The area features mines and cabin ruins. I assume the parcel falls under the backcountry parcel management plan (i.e. same laws as adjacent USFS lands).
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Ticket Follow-up 11/19/2018 8:30 AM
Left a voicemail message for P. Kienast regarding his overdue ticket payment.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 11/18/2018 1:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Tosha Pearson for DOL (“Sophie” the bulldog) on RGT at Maroon Creek confluence. Pearson is a visitor, but is familiar with the rules. I explained winter wildlife rationale for leashing dogs. First warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 11/18/2018 1:00 PM
Gave Debora Madsen a written warning for having her dog Bella off leash on Hunter Creek trail. She was compliant and understands her next contact will be a citation.
8135 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Trails 11/18/2018 12:30 PM
Cut and removed large downed pine tree with 8136 on HC Cutoff Trail.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 11/18/2018 9:30 AM
Johnny Kertz got a cow elk east of Skyline Ridge Trail (39°13'24.6"N 106°53'25.6"W). Nick Kertz Reported very fresh lion tracks on Highline, Deadline, and Tom Blake trails. The pair got permission to pack out the elk via Owl Creek Ranch.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 11/17/2018 3:45 PM
Spooked a truck of probable hunters from a scouting spot on HWY133 upstream of Penny Hot Springs. The truck was too covered in mud to get a plate, but we definitely gave each other the eyeball.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 11/17/2018 3:30 PM
5 cars and about a dozen people at the springs. At least a handful of people were drinking out of glass, but there’s currently no Management Plan or Title 12 code to prohibit glass.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 11/17/2018 1:30 PM
Moved “get the scoop” sign lower on Smuggler Mtn Rd. and tagged several abandoned poop bags. The effort seemed to get attention, and I had a good chat with a hiker who recommended OST publish a newspaper article about the dog waste problem... I’ll leave that up to the Aspen Times.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 11/17/2018 10:30 AM
Responded to rescue call for dog through the ice in pond at RGT Mile 39.0. Animal came down slope from adjacent residence and reportedly started “drowning” in icy water. Aspen Fire, Ambi, 71, and 15 responded code. Animal got itself out, and was transported to Basalt emergency vet by 71. I briefly met with dog owner and 601; dog was never off-leash on the trail. No code violation. Large, somewhat hectic code response should be a reminder to us all how important it is to keep a cool head; we do not need to create additional patients - human or otherwise - while en route to a scene.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 11/17/2018 7:30 AM
Early morn fat bike patrol of SMP hunt boundary via Viewline Trail. Riding early while ground is still frozen is key. No evidence of trespass.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 11/16/2018 12:30 PM
Nathan Runyon was successful in his hunt. He took a cow elk from the drainage above ditch-line.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 11/15/2018 11:00 AM
Contacted two hunters scouting above Northstar from the beach pull-out. I had a conversation with them about there being no access from the preserve. They assured me the knew the rules and were just looking to see if there were any animals in the area and wouldn't be sing the preserve.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/15/2018 8:45 AM
Closed Dart section of Rio to dogs for the season. I turned about two different dog walkers heading from Arcerio up-valley.
8135 Emma Open Space Parking 11/14/2018 2:45 PM
Pink-tagged lime green Jeep (CO: 537-XPO) clearly using Emma Schoolhouse Lot as a park and ride. Trail or Schoolhouse use only. Tagged as courtesy for Schoolhouse owner, per TO’s approval.
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Resource Damage 11/14/2018 12:30 PM
Documented contents of Mills/Aspen-Mass tool cache; found a ticket stub (dating back to May 2018) with a name “Anita Rayburn” in the coat pocket. Walked through part of the illegal trail with 65. 65 will file a criminal mischief report, and possibly follow up on names I gave him. I encouraged 65 to include me in contacting Rayburn, and I explained how OST wants this case handled. I copied BL, BC, and TO on the emails.
8135 Glassier Open Space Trails 11/14/2018 9:30 AM
It looks like OST Jeff is working on improving the Glassier two-track road (foxing erosion caused by flood irrigation). Contractors are doing crack sealing on small sections of RGT west of BHS. Very little trail traffic to interfere.
8135 Hooks Spur Lot Trash 11/14/2018 9:00 AM
Cleaned up more wet wipes in the Hooks Spur Lot. I found one tucked into the branches of a pine tree where “Laura” likes to hang out... Please contact her if you see her, and encourage her to put trash in the can across the street.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 11/14/2018 8:00 AM
Responded to ranger report of trash at Penny Hot Springs. Cleaned up small to moderate amount of trash - cigarette butts, a huge pumpkin, and the requisite pair of abandoned underwear. No cars present. I noticed a large amount of dog waste in the parking area. The various informal descent routes to the springs continue to erode.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 11/13/2018 7:30 PM
Closed interior of Sky MP for special 4th Season hunt (closed 11/14-11/18).
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Trails 11/13/2018 10:30 AM
Patrolled gulch on Aspen-Mass Trail - all clear.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Patrol/Outreach 11/12/2018 4:00 PM
Found possible human footprints leading up gully where Aspen-Mass Trail was once aligned. We recently cleaned the gully of old camp trash. Please patrol the area once monthly to monitor for new camps/littering. No evidence of camps found along rim of Mills or elsewhere on Aspen-Mass OS.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Commercial Permit Check 11/12/2018 2:30 PM
Observed two people doing some kind of photoshoot on the east end of the EOA boardwalk. They were just using their phone to take photos, and it didn’t seem commercial in nature.
8135 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Trails 11/12/2018 1:00 PM
Found a large downed tree on the lower fourth of the HC Cutoff. Reported to Ted. I’ll try to cut it tomorrow.
8135 Mills OSP Patrol/Outreach 11/11/2018 4:15 PM
Cleaned up mess the camp in the intercept lot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/11/2018 2:00 PM
Patrolled Duffy's wiggles after noticing footprints going in. I did not find any camps but the prints lead to a dry spot under the trees.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/11/2018 12:00 PM
Helped 63 locate and transport a bike reported abandoned on the Jaffey river trail. The bike was past the social trail that comes down from the Rio. It was placed in the center of the trail, obviously ditched.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/09/2018 12:45 PM
Glassier parking area dirty again.... wet wipes all over.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/09/2018 12:00 PM
Responded to dog at large at mile 23 on the Rio. The dog was near the Rio but was with its owners who were doing some survey work near the high school. They claimed the dog hadn’t gone onto the Rio and the dog wasn’t near the Rio when I arrived. I educated them about the lower section of the Rio and regulations.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/09/2018 11:00 AM
Responded with 77 to cows on the Rio at 23.5. Cows made it back home.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 11/08/2018 9:00 AM
The gold Chevy van with plates 168-YKB was parked at The north gate. As I drove by it looked like he was just getting up from sleeping out of the back. By the time I turned around and came back he was starting to drive off. I’d assume he was there over the night. I’ll check back first thing in the morning tomorrow.
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Patrol/Outreach 11/08/2018 9:00 AM
Removed the camera from Aspen Mass OSP. I also removed the trail gear and placed in the lock up. There were no new tracks and we didnt capture anything on the camera.
8135 Emma Trail Wildlife 11/06/2018 9:15 AM
Checked on Emma underpass camera and it is still intact.
8135 Emma Open Space Parking 11/06/2018 9:00 AM
I’ve noticed an uptick in use of the Emma Schoolhouse Lot as a park and ride. Although we don’t own this lot, we monitor it for the schoolhouse owner. Please keep an eye on CO: 165-HVL (4Runner) and tag if parked all day on a daily basis.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 11/06/2018 8:00 AM
No one parked at Penny Hot Springs and very minimal trash. The springs have been slow for at least a week with few to no cars parked in the area during morning patrols. I noticed some new undercutting of the eroded lip of the parking area - the soil was steaming likely due to seeping spring water belong HWY133.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 11/05/2018 1:00 PM
Fat tire bike patrolled RGT, HC Connector, and Smuggler - it’s an awesome way for us to travel (just make sure to Gore-Tex up when it’s wet out - I got slimed coming down Smuggler). I’m looking into getting a fat tire bike (with fenders) for the program.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 11/05/2018 11:00 AM
Closed BCT to dogs. This policy was supposed to be signed on 10/15. I marked this incorrectly on the Google calendar and must’ve let it slip through the cracks - my bad. BCT is closed to dogs 10/15-5/15 and closed to people 12/1-3/31. Luckily... I haven’t seen a dog (or a pedestrian) on the trail in several months and I haven’t seen any elk in Cozy Point South yet this season (although I’m sure they’ll crossover soon).
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 11/04/2018 11:00 AM
Noticed at least two different footprints and one dog print going off trail at the James h smith trail.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Penalty Assessment 11/03/2018 1:15 PM
Cited Paul Kienast for lack of voice and sight control (Management Plan) of his dog. I hiked behind Kienast all the way up Smuggler - his dog was often well out of sight and at one point I was required to point out where the dog had defecated. This was my fourth contact with Kienast regarding the same violation. In 2016, I reduced a dog waste ticket issued to Kienast to a written warning. On multiple past occasions, I had suggested Kienast walk his dog on a leash and indicated I could issue no more warnings. I explained all this to Kienast again today. Kienast may have vision issues; I explained he could contest citation in court.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Dog Offense 11/03/2018 10:45 AM
Spotted a person with a DOL on the RGT above WCT while I was collecting a counter. The person evidently dipped off the side towards the trailer park or ran back up the trail before I could contact them. In general, you can almost always find contacts on this section of the trail in the morning hours. Let’s keep up our presence.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Trash 11/03/2018 8:30 AM
Dumped oak brush seems to have been mostly cleaned up at Perham Creek TH - thanks Bill! There were four trucks parked in the lot. I know one of the vehicle owners and I’m sure he’s out hunting for the third season. I suspect all trucks belong to early morning hunters, not campers.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Meeting/Planning 11/02/2018 4:00 PM
Conducted first of two SMP hunter orientations (2 of 4 hunters briefed thus far).
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Signage 11/02/2018 12:30 PM
Removed downed U-post and sign from Smuggler parking area. Moved “Get the Scoop” sandwich board father up Smuggler Mtn Rd. Moved “Leash Law” sandwich board from HCT boardwalk back down to the trailhead.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/01/2018 3:30 PM
Checked up on the sign at the base of Smuggler. It is in fine condition, it seems like there is not damage or bending, just dirty. Will need some help putting it back up.
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Patrol/Outreach 11/01/2018 8:00 AM
Checked up on the bandit trail. No signs of any activity in the fresh snow.
8135 Administration Special Event 10/31/2018 6:00 PM
8138 and 8139 are off-duty for the season. Thanks for the hard work. Have a great winter!
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Accident/Rescue 10/31/2018 3:00 PM
Responded to call for a one car rollover accident at Smuggler Mtn Rd and Silverlode Dr. 8135/8136 got stuck in traffic. Patient was removed from vehicle and assessed for injury by medics - patient refusal. Whole calvary responded. Patient evidently rolled out of upper Smuggler Mtn Rd parking area after hitting gas instead of brake. I assessed for property damage ($25-$75), and decided it wasn’t worth seeking compensation from the driver’s insurance company.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 10/31/2018 8:00 AM
8137 has been selected for the new FTE Ranger position (starting 12/1). Congrats!
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Illegal Camping 10/30/2018 10:15 AM
Observed RAM truck with blue and white camper-shell parked in Stein Park operating portable generator. The RO has been contacted by rangers before for camping. I did some research - I don’t believe Title 12 applies to Stein Park (it does to the trail) and there’s no County code prohibiting use of generators (it is prohibited by Title 12). 79 requested extra patrol from night shift.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Illegal Camping 10/30/2018 10:15 AM
Took complaint from jogger of a white van camping on Smuggler. Vehicle was parked halfway up at 0830 yesterday. The jogger also mentioned “Merlin” parked at North Gate and the aforementioned camper-shell in Stein Park Lot - the vehicles make her feel uneasy.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/30/2018 9:30 AM
Moved the Camera to a tree near the stashed gear- 39.24474, -106.87893.
8135 Roaring Fork River Meeting/Planning 10/29/2018 3:00 PM
Attended annual meeting w/Roaring Fork Conservancy. Programs are going well, and OST is happy with current operations - onward to 2019!
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Resource Damage 10/29/2018 2:30 PM
Bushwacked down to the illegal trail camera and moved to ground level in some brush. The approach is awful. After deciding the culprits are likely approaching from the opposite direction and may see the camera, I repositioned it. Old coordinates will still work. Best access would be to tuck and roll from the high voltage power lines. Please swap out card frequently in case the camera gets stolen.
8135 Administration Illegal Camping 10/29/2018 10:00 AM
Returned call from 77 regarding possible camp 1 mile east of Jaffe Park - dispatched 8137. UTL.
8135 Administration Closed Area 10/29/2018 10:00 AM
Returned call from Bob Durham (neighbor to Filoha OS) requesting favor. I agreed to allow Durham to park his camper on the Dorais Way two-track as it crosses his property once there’s too much snow for us to drive the route (for about 4 months). This will effectively block unauthorized motorized traffic on the two-track during the closure, and shouldn’t pose an issue for us as route will be impassable in snow (we will likely access gate area on foot anyways).
8137 East of Aspen Trail Written Warning 10/28/2018 1:00 PM
Contact with Ali (Alexandra) Leydecker on east of aspen trail on bike with golden retriever "Oliver" off leash. Second warning. Seemed unsure of regulations in the area considering she is a local. Explained fee structure and next contact will be a citation. Cooperative, friendly, written warning.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 10/28/2018 10:45 AM
Contact with Lauren Garrity on upper rio grande with dog off leash. Local, kmows regulations, slow Sunday morning, figured no one was out. Friendly, first contact, verbal warning.
8137 Perham Creek Trailhead Parking 10/27/2018 4:30 PM
There were several vehicles, mostly large trucks, and one green Subaru, maybe the same one from penny hot springs. Maybe hunters were accessing national forest.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Illegal Camping 10/27/2018 2:30 PM
I took a call from dispatch that there were two tents pitched at penny hot springs. I was on my way to penny when the call came in, so I as on scene within 5 minutes. I found two tents, three chairs, a stove, and lots of food items in the camping area. The owners of the camping equipment came over to me and explained they were not camping, but just set up for the day. There was a small issue of a language barrier. I explained the rules about camping, and gave them an hour to clean everything up, I came back by at 4 pm, they were just leaving and all items had been removed. They were friendly and compliant.
8137 Glassier Open Space Dog Offense 10/27/2018 1:30 PM
I intercepted a woman walking her bicycle and a puppy on leash towards glassier trail. I explained that dogs were not allowed, she was grumpy because she had gotten dropped off and was stuck without a ride, but she was compliant.
8136 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 10/27/2018 1:00 PM
There are bicycle tire tracks in James H. I searched the area and UTL
8137 Koch Open Space Signage 10/27/2018 11:15 AM
I removed a political sign from Koch OSP
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 10/27/2018 10:30 AM
Lots of dog walkers at Jaffee park this morning, great opportunity for outreach.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 10/26/2018 2:30 PM
Contact with Pat Flynn on the upper Rio with DOL. Not carrying a leash for his well behaved dog. First contact, reluctantly compliant. VW
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 10/26/2018 1:00 PM
Received online fine payment from Tache for illegal dumping. Submitted M. Fox ticket to court, as she wants to contest it.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Dog Offense 10/26/2018 11:00 AM
I found at least 12 dog poop bags, some old and some new, I pink tagged 5 of the newest looking bags. I also pink tagged two bags on Hunter Creek Trail.
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Patrol/Outreach 10/26/2018 10:30 AM
PITOST rangers alongside AOST rangers cleaned out the camp off of Aspen Mass. We also set up a camera in an attempt to catch the trail bandits.
8137 Administration Ticket Follow-up 10/26/2018 9:00 AM
Mary Fox is not going to pay her citation fee, she wants to take it to court. We can submit her ticket.
8135 Emma Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/26/2018 8:00 AM
Continued modifying GPS-tracked camera for Emma. After a site visit with JU, it seems I finally have the tracking device functioning. I’ll post the camera next week.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 10/25/2018 12:30 PM
Encounter CPW’s biologist off the trail. They are there early to set up for their fish study next week. They may be there a handful of times before the study
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Ticket Follow-up 10/25/2018 10:45 AM
Made courtesy call to “JR” Tache regarding overdue fine for dumping. Tache hung up on me, so I left a message. I will submit ticket to Court on Monday 10/29 if not paid.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Maintenance 10/25/2018 9:00 AM
Deadline Trail at Sky Mountain Park will be closed for maintenance on Oct. 26-31. Machinery will be at work on the trail.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Closed Area 10/25/2018 9:00 AM
Contacted two people in the closure near “Picture Point.” Turned out to be OST-contracted biologists, Jonathan and Rea, working on a survey. Jonathan had forgotten to notify us before entering the closure. The biologists' vehicles are parked in the area today and possibly tomorrow (silver SUVs, CO: 649-YUV and CO: MUI-025).
8135 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 10/25/2018 8:15 AM
Chased a cow and a young bull back into Glassier OS. The gate was closed, so I’m not sure how they got out. Beware that the large bull in the pen may try to get out if you open the gate (but he’s timid).
8135 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 10/25/2018 7:30 AM
Stopped at MVA in Garfield County two miles east of Carbondale near Crystal Springs Rd. Accident happened essentially right in front of me. Two vehicles with significant front end damage, airbags deployed, and fluids leaking ended up in median. 77, another off-duty deputy, and an off-duty APD officer also arrived on scene. 77 and I put on our light bars. 77 removed driver of one vehicle due to concern for leaks and fumes coming off wreck, and I shut off other leaking vehicle. Both drivers were A&Ox4 with no reported injuries. I cleared when GarCo SO and Carbondale Fire arrived on scene. A second three car-no injury MVA was called in minutes later about one mile farther up valley. Remember: use extra discretion and defer to local authorities if you stop at any incident outside the county.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Illegal Camping 10/25/2018 7:00 AM
Dawn patrol at Bull Pin Lot. No camping evident.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/24/2018 4:00 PM
Returned call from 77 regarding lost backpack at Maroon Bells. Referred him to CD USFS Office.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Parking 10/24/2018 4:00 PM
7 cars in Bull Pin Lot. I recommend to Ted that we keep portajohn in lot until daily usage drops off.
8135 Red Wind Point Dog Offense 10/24/2018 3:30 PM
Observed two people with DOL on the far southern end of Red Wind Pt - possibly two different groups. The only legal access is via Nettle Creek Rd. By the time I accessed by foot from that side, the two groups were gone (but a third was entering - see contact below). 1500-1530 seems to be prime time for patrolling this trail.
8135 Red Wind Point Verbal Warning 10/24/2018 3:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Matt Piffer of Crystal River Valley Estates for DOL (“Kona” older lab). Contacted Piffer hiking with his dog and “Zeb,” his little boy. Piffer had parked his large white pickup at the south access to the trail. I lectured on bighorn sheep concerns, mentioned seasonal closure, and provided a leash. I reminded Piffer that I had sent a letter to all neighborhood residents asking them to help OST & CPW protect habitat by respecting the regs.
8135 Grange Closed Area 10/24/2018 3:00 PM
Patrolled Larson Grange Loadout property. I found dog tracks, but no footprints (property technically stays open). As suspected, this parcel provides a good vantage point for most (but not all) of the upper Filoha RR grade trail. However, access off HWY133 is a bit dangerous and probably impossible during winter. Still, keep this spot in mind if you need a stealthy way to monitor the upstream half of the meadow (good views of the beaver pond area, old structure, etc.).
8135 Administration North Star Nature Preserve 10/24/2018 2:00 PM
I turned in the Debit Card for Eva Stahlfors at the Sheriff's Department. They did not have a phone number on record but did let me know she lives here and is 70 years old. I put her in as a VW under compliance in case we have another run in.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/24/2018 2:00 PM
7 cars and about a dozen people at Penny Hot Springs. No obvious camping.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 10/23/2018 2:00 PM
Delivered eight OST citations to Snowmass PD for 242/243 to use.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 10/23/2018 2:00 PM
BOCC gave tentative approval to full 2019 OST Budget on first reading with vocal support and little argument. This includes: FTE Maintenance Crew Lead, FTE Ranger, and FTE Nat Resource Planner-Ecologist. Big day.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 10/23/2018 12:30 PM
Scheduled orientation for 4th season OST Sky MP lotto-winning hunters. Orientations will take place first two Fridays of November.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 10/23/2018 11:30 AM
Snuck up on man with off-leash dog on farthest end/just beyond boundary of Snowmass Chapel property who seemed about to cross into interior of Sky MP while off-trail. Turned out to be Eric Gosney (Nordic) looking for a grave site. No violation. Fielded questions about wildlife and hunting regulations.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 10/23/2018 11:00 AM
Refreshed card in Viewline Trail camera.
8136 Mills OSP Resource Damage 10/22/2018 5:00 PM
Two vehicles were parked in the dirt area at the far west end of the intercept lot. I was unable to get plates in order to remain discreet. Both drivers did not leave their vehicles. There was no sign of trail building at this time. Vehicles were Silver Ford Escape and Black truck with black cap.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Written Warning 10/22/2018 4:00 PM
Tina White (243) issued Gordon Whitmer a written warning for operating an E-bike on Viewline Trail. I previously warned Whitmer for the same violation in 2016 on Seven Star Trail, and a man named "Gordon" fitting Whitmer's description fled from 8139 last month on an E-bike. I consulted with 243 before she warned Whitmer, and I recommended a stern warning over a ticket, as Whitmer is a senior citizen.
8135 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 10/22/2018 4:00 PM
Gave Alec Parker the gate combo for Glassier so he could access BLM water tanks. We can now narrow down who’s letting motorized traffic into the property...
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 10/22/2018 1:30 PM
Removed four political signage from South Gate Lot.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Written Warning 10/22/2018 9:30 AM
I contacted an individual regarding a voice and sight control violation. The person admitted to have been separated with the dog for at least 1hr 45 min. I had wrangled the dog near the observation deck and restrained it from chasing and nipping aggressively at 3 other dogs with their owners. The dog continued to act aggressively to passerby hikers and myself, biting at my gloves, bike tires, jumping, and lashing out. I intended to cite this individual as they were “waiting” and person until I had a conversation with them. The contact quickly evolved from and enforcement issue to a mental health/welfare check. I decided not to cite this person and consider the contact a written warning despite not physically serving it at the time. I forwarded information to 8135 and Lindsay May from Mindsprings Health.
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 10/22/2018 8:30 AM
Attended community meeting on homelessness with public safety agencies, non-profits, County government, and members of homeless community. It seemed like a good start to a community-scale dialogue about solving homelessness and low income housing issues.
1557 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Followed-up on issue 10/22/2018 8:00 AM
Continue to watch for Bootleg trail builders in AMOS. All clear.
8139 Prince Creek Trail Parking 10/21/2018 1:30 PM
Busy day at the bullpen 21 cars and lots of happy men bikers enjoying the fall day
8136 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 10/20/2018 4:00 PM
DOL with Kate Redwing on East of Aspen Trail near James H Smith. Kate had been walking a friends dog and was unaware of regs. We discussed wildlife dangers for small pets and referred to pitoutside. Very friendly and cooperative. First offense and VW.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Verbal Warning 10/20/2018 10:00 AM
DOL with Zayra Vindel mm25.5. I warned her of the proximity to the zero tolerance area, discussed winter wildlife, roadbikers etc. First offense, referred to pitoutside and VW. Fielded questions about our trail systems as she has recently moved to the valley from Vegas.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/19/2018 12:00 PM
Contacted John Morton, his wife, and his two dogs off leash on Hunter Creek. They were both very nice. I explained the regulations and they admitted to passing the signs. First contact. VW. lost most of their info.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 10/19/2018 7:30 AM
Continuing to look for evidence of trail usage and /or construction below Aspen/Mass trail. Will also spend time on scene there this evening.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 10/19/2018 7:30 AM
8135 Glassier Open Space Trash 10/17/2018 4:00 PM
8136 cleaned up wet wipes in Hooks Spur Lot in areas near where “Laura” typically parks. Please contact Laura if you see her. There’s a trash can across the street that she should use.
8135 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 10/17/2018 2:30 PM
Responded to CPR in progress on 72yo male in street in front of Ranger Station. Assisted in CPR and loading patient into ambulance. APD, AVFD, PCSO, and AAD Responded.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 10/17/2018 11:00 AM
Found a credit card in the James H Smith closure. The name on the card is EVA Stahlfors. We could not find any info on this person online.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 10/16/2018 3:00 PM
Responded to SAR for 59yo female with “severely sprained ankle” on HCT. I located and assessed patient, splinted ankle, and relayed info to command. 8139 and I Assisted MRA in carryout to Hunter Creek Rd. See report.
8135 Mills OSP Resource Damage 10/16/2018 11:00 AM
Documented an extensive network of illegal trails below Intercept Lot (Mills Open Space) and on Aspen-Mass Open Space. The trail is mostly flagged (with strips of torn cloth) and cleared of rocks, but not well defined; however, a few sections are clearly cut and filled with significant disturbance. I’m drafting a report for Ted. Rangers, please monitor this area closely and call PCSO to issue a summons for vandalism if you catch anyone.
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Illegal Camping 10/16/2018 10:30 AM
Checked on camp near Aspen-Mass Trail - nothing has moved since it was tagged. Discovered multiple old camps in the area - we may want to ask the City to help us with the clean-up.
8139 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 10/15/2018 2:15 PM
There were two sets of tracks going into the closure on James H. I believe it is people checking out the beaver dam that’s inside there.
8136 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 10/15/2018 2:00 PM
Responded to a medical call of a woman struck by a golf cart in in the underpass on Stage Rd. Aspen Ambi was first on scene. I assisted APD with traffic control. CROs were pleased with the extra high-vis help.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/15/2018 12:30 PM
Took call from man asking about accessing USFS land from Filoha Meadows OS presumably to hunt elk. I informed him Filoha is closed for the season and the public are prohibited from leaving the railroad grade even when the property is open. I explained two poachers had been prosecuted in the past for accessing the meadow for hunting purposes. The man indicated he understood the only legal access to the adjacent forestland would be from above.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Closed Area 10/15/2018 9:00 AM
I closed the middle RGT between Deer Creek OS drive and Wheatley Gulch for paving. There are sandwhich boards on either end as well as where the RGT crosses lower river rd. 4 total sandwhich boards.
8135 Open Space & Trails Ticket Follow-up 10/15/2018 8:30 AM
Processed online fine payments for T. Marolda (Commercial violation), N. Johnson (Dogs), and T. Nguyen (Closure).
8135 East of Aspen Trail Wildlife 10/14/2018 4:30 PM
I was called to remove a deer carcass on the East of Aspen trail at mm 42.5. When I arrived I removed small pieces but coyotes were actively pulling it onto private property... problem solved.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Trails 10/14/2018 4:00 PM
8137 and I cut and removed several large cottonwoods blocking Prince Creek Trail.
8136 Glassier Open Space Trash 10/14/2018 11:30 AM
Discarded a half dozen more wet wipes from the hooks Spur parking lot.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 10/14/2018 11:00 AM
Handed out card to hikers who reported recent car camping on Smuggler. One hiker reported a Subaru descending the mountain in late morning.
8136 Emma Homestead Signage 10/14/2018 10:00 AM
I put up 3 “No Hunting” signs at: Mather House fence, Osprey Cam pole, and on a dead tree along the game trail West of Osprey cam.
8136 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Signage 10/14/2018 9:30 AM
I reopened the Basalt/Mass trail. Signage from Fisherman’s Park and Arbaney is staged behind the Mather House. 2 sandwich boards with “Trail Closed”.
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Illegal Camping 10/14/2018 9:30 AM
Checked on camp near Aspen-Mass Trail with 8136 and 20. Evidence camp was in process of being moved (some items bagged up); 72’s business card had been torn into little places. We left pink tag and HHS resource sheet, and gave 48hrs to vacate. On a related note, it looks like the Aspen Homeless Shelter will open its night shelter around Nov. 14th.
8135 Emma Homestead Signage 10/14/2018 7:30 AM
Noticed a Tacoma parked at Emma that I suspect belongs to a duck hunter. I’ve seen this truck in past seasons as well. 8137 posted several “no hunting” signs in the area.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/13/2018 4:00 PM
DOL w/ Lori Kasabian near private drive. Admitted to know better. Friendly discussion about winter wildlife and hunting season. First offense, referred to PitOutside, VW.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/13/2018 3:30 PM
DOL w/ Cindy Mullin out of Seattle, WA below RMR switchback. Claimed to be lost and unaware of regs. Lecture on wildlife, referred to PitOutside and VW. First offense.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/13/2018 3:15 PM
DOL, “Buddy”, w/ Barbara Frank near land white. Productive discussion about winter wildlife emphasizing her older small dog. First offense, lecture, PitOutside, VW.
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Illegal Camping 10/13/2018 2:00 PM
Coordinated with 72 in regards to a camp they located between Aspen-Mass Trail and 55 Smith Hill Way approx. 10yds off trail in brush oak. 72 left his card and sent me photos. Complaint was called in my nearby resident who felt camp occupant(s) was/were scoping out her house. We will check back mañana.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/13/2018 2:00 PM
Contacted Mike Carnes and his wife about their dog Bell off leash on Hunter. They are from Denver and claimed not to see the signs coming down Hunter from Smuggler. First contact. VW.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Vandalism 10/13/2018 1:00 PM
It appears that at some time in the recent past someone vandalized the closure sign on the river left beach @ JHS, as well as the next sign downstream. Both signs need to be replaced.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 10/13/2018 1:00 PM
Found a small cairn at the stream crossing at the southern tip of the JHS peninsula. This would be one of the most likely places for a poacher to ford the river. I saw no footprints. I knocked over the cairn. We should check back to see if it gets rebuilt and look for footprints.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Parking 10/13/2018 12:45 PM
Contacted and moved motorist parked on East of Aspen Trail near boardwalk. Friendly person out collecting photos of trail signs.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/13/2018 11:00 AM
Jeff Lee for DOL (“Mango” yellow lab) on upper HCT. Lectured Jeff and companion, “Claire,” about winter wildlife rationale for leashing dog.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/13/2018 11:00 AM
Quiet morning with 2 vehicles and four people. Micro trash and some flattened grass near the “camping” area upstream from the springs.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Trash 10/13/2018 10:00 AM
Cleaned up small amount of trash at Smuggler Mtn Rd “logging deck.” Found fresh dirt bike and knobby truck tire tracks on road, likely not all street legal. Vehicle traffic typically picks up on this road during hunting season, as does the likelihood of camp fires, littering, etc.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 10/13/2018 8:45 AM
Contacted “Kimberly” in the “COOL” bus camper at North Gate. I explained camping and parking regs. Kimberly explained she’d been parked there since only 0700, works at a salon in the ABC, and lives in one of “Lou Lou’s” cabins up Indy Pass. Nice conversation. I gave Kimberly my card in case she sees anything suspicious during her early morning visits to the Preserve.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/12/2018 3:30 PM
Education outreach on riding trails while they are still wet. Contacted three different groups of two. The trails were not terrible but still borderline too wet.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Trails 10/12/2018 3:15 PM
Found two large cottonwoods had fallen on the Prince Creek trail. I took photos and sent off to the crew. I would imagine there is more damage on our other trail systems.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Patrol/Outreach 10/12/2018 2:30 PM
Contacted two individuals at the Penny hot springs who had backpacking backpacks with sleeping gear down at the springs. Had a friendly conversation about camping regulations down at the hot springs. They said they would hitchhike to Paonia after a few hours in the hot springs. Not sure I am fully convinced. Would be nice for someone to check it out in the morning. Also, picked up a good amount of trash.
8139 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Signage 10/12/2018 11:30 AM
Placed ‘trail closed’ signs at Arbaney Kittle/RFC and Fisherman’s park for the paving crew per TO
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/12/2018 11:00 AM
Contacted Jacqui Edgerly about her black cattle dog off leash on Hunter Creek. She was compliant and nice. First contact. VW.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/11/2018 10:30 AM
Contacted David Berkson and his chocolate lab Hana on HCT DOL. Had a good conversation about impacts of dogs on wildlife and the importance of keeping them on leash during this time of year. He was pretty unhappy “to run into” me on the trail and was worried about being “in trouble”. I explained that it was just a verbal warning because he wasn’t in the ranger mobile. Polite but not stoked. First contact, VW
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Fire 10/11/2018 9:30 AM
Took call from OST crew regarding downed power line in trees near AK TH. 03 and BFD responded.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 10/11/2018 8:30 AM
Verbal Warning: Kumiko Morishita for DOL (black dog, “Moshi”) on RGT @ WCTH. Just moved here from San Francisco. Walked right past my truck with dog running up to 100’ from owner.
8135 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 10/10/2018 5:00 PM
Returned call from James Hoge regarding his gold 4Runner parked at Prince of Peace. Hoge explained he is homeless and camps in the vehicle. Hoge apologized for camping in the lot, and explained his brakes are out. I granted Hoge’s request for 1-2 days to move the vehicle to the Conoco shop given the cold weather and his circumstances; he was very polite and thankful.
8135 Redstone Boulders OS Maintenance 10/10/2018 4:00 PM
Patrolled Redstone Boulders OS after seeing chain gate blocking access had been knocked over. Nothing suspicious. Reported to TO.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Penalty Assessment 10/10/2018 3:30 PM
Cited “JR” Yvan Pierre Tache Jr. of Carbondale for dumping concrete at Perham Creek TH. I witnessed JR and his son dump the concrete, and their truck bed was full of gambel oak branches (same material as dumped earlier). I elected to cite based on witnessed dumping and PC for additional dumping.
8135 Open Space & Trails Fire 10/10/2018 3:00 PM
Removed all Stage 1 fire restrictions signage from OST. Removed one political sign from Glassier.
8136 Open Space & Trails Written Warning 10/09/2018 4:30 PM
68 responded to a non injury bike accident on the ABC trail behind the buttermilk bus stop. The cyclist fell due to a dog running off leash into the trail. 68 requested ranger assistance and after negative contact with CoA Rangers I decided to respond. The RP insisted that she did not want the dog owner, Begaim Omurzakova, to be cited. The two parties preferred to handle the matter civilly. 68 stated it was not necessary to cite Omurzakova in order for her to accept responsibility of damages. Omurzakova had no previous contacts with rangers. I referred her to Pitkin Outside, lectured about safety issues, wildlife, etc. and issued a CoA written warning.
8135 Moore Open Space Parking 10/09/2018 3:30 PM
Pink tagged James Hoge's gold 4Runner with black DIY topper. Note inside says vehicle broke down on 10/8 and will be moved sometime next week. I asked Hoge to call us to discuss timeline.
8135 Open Space & Trails Fire 10/09/2018 3:15 PM
PCSO has rescinded all fire restrictions. We can remove all Stage 1 fire restriction signage tomorrow.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Lost and Found 10/09/2018 1:45 PM
I contacted a young man, Aaron, who had found a dog running at large. Upper Rio near mm. 40.5. He told me he had called the animal shelter, who told him to call dispatch. I offered to leash and take the dog to the shelter. I let dispatch know my location and the description of the dog. 8135 met me at Shady Lane and transported dog to animal shelter
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Vandalism 10/09/2018 12:30 PM
It appears someone attempted to move the boulders blocking the first pullout on Smuggler Mtn Rd. One boulder has been rolled a few feet. It would still be hard to fit a vehicle between the rocks.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 10/09/2018 10:30 AM
Took call from RP stating radio installation on Sunnyside Trail was apparently electrocuting dogs. Directed caller to Dispatch.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 10/09/2018 9:00 AM
One Sandwich board at Gerbaz and RGT. Another at lower river rd and RGT. Trail Damage/Heavy Eqpt on Trai Ahead.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 10/09/2018 8:15 AM
I contacyed the short bus, "cool bus" parked at south gate. the lady was friendly and said she was not in the lot over night. She seems to be aware of the regs, and compliant. I hope she was being honest!
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 10/08/2018 5:30 PM
I noticed a short bus parked at north gate, Lic. California 87395J2. 8137 said it was parked there earlier today. Dawn patrol check tomorrow!
8137 Owl Creek Trail Wildlife 10/08/2018 2:00 PM
I monitored and responded to a moose on the highway call. Heading up valley from PW towards owl creek. I watched the moose from owl creek road. He was gorgeous. I came back by around 3pm, the moose was still in the area, I hope he moose along to a safer location.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 10/08/2018 1:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Leslee Francis for DOL (white shaggy dog) on RGT near City-County line. Francis was polite, but lied when asked if she'd been contacted before. Francis has a long rap sheet with OST and a longer one with local LE. I gave Francis a leash, educated her on regs, and gave a final verbal warning in lieu of a written warning due to pouring rain.
8137 Administration Counters 10/08/2018 12:30 PM
I fixed the Velcro at the counters at woody creek, glassier equestrians and bike, and seven star.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 10/08/2018 11:30 AM
Pink tagged a large rental forklift parked at North Gate.
8137 Wheatley Beach Trash 10/08/2018 11:00 AM
I noticed some beer cans and liquor bottles at the Wheatley beach parking access. I started picking them up, and then noticed more down river. I also found a pile of old clothes, they were deteriorating. I then walked back up river closer to lower river road and proceeded to find at least 25 been cans, 6 liquor bottles, mostly small plastic fireball bottles, and several more beer bottles. Clearly someone or someone's have been using this property as their trash can or beer drinking spot. Keep an eye out. Gross!
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 10/07/2018 3:15 PM
Encountered Tan Nguyen, of MO, inside the closure operating a drone. We had a good conversation about the sensitive wildlife during this time of year. He was compliant and was looking for a place to get footage of the colors. We had a chat about other places that he could go to. Because he was polite and compliant I elected to only issue him one citation for entering the closure. First contact, citation.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 10/07/2018 3:00 PM
I noticed Mary Fox with her dog off leash on the Rio Grande Trail near Basalt High School. This is a zero tolerance area for dog off leash. I issued Mary Fox a citation. First contact.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 10/07/2018 2:30 PM
DOL w/ Mark McLoone new Duffy wiggles. Aware of regs, apologetic, first contact. Good chat about rationale for leash laws especially in the shoulder seasons.VW
8137 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/07/2018 2:00 PM
I spoke with Laura at the glassier parking lot. I tried to give her shirt back, she claimed it was not hers. She said she would help pick up the lot.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 10/07/2018 2:00 PM
I encountered Scott Mosebach, of MT, with a bicycle inside James H. He was polite and compliant so I elected to reduce it to a written warning. First contact. WW
8137 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/07/2018 1:30 PM
Spoke with two ladies that left both gates open. They were biking ahead of me going up glassier. The ladies told me they had left the gates open for one of their husbands, who was about 4 min behind them. I explained the reasoning for the gates and their needing to be closed. Both ladies were aware of the regulation, one of the ladies is John Armstrong's wife.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Lost and Found 10/07/2018 12:00 PM
Found a pannier full of gear, jacket, purse etc that fell off of someone’s bike at mm36 RGT. Stephanie, the owner, called Dispatch and was forwarded to me. I dropped her belongings at her house at 131 W Bleeker st.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/07/2018 10:00 AM
Quiet morning at Penny. One vehicle, two people. Not much trash, but lots of belongings left behind. Sock, shoes, etc. the Crystal River flow was up from the rain, some of the hot pools were flooded.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 10/07/2018 4:00 AM
Jia Xiaohui was driving in the North Star Preserve. He entered near Still Water Bridge, drove out towards a large rock in the meadow, and drove back to the East of Aspen Trail. APD and 76 were on scene. After discussion we decided to give Jia a citation for Motor Vehicles Restricted.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 10/06/2018 3:45 PM
Cited Tara Marolda for photoshoot w/o permit at North Star Preserve ($100). Contacted at Wildwood after she essentially fled from 1838/9. Had a good conversation about permitting requirements using $1000 fine as leverage. Referred Marolda to Janet (OST) and Kelly (USFS).
8136 Crystal Trail Verbal Warning 10/06/2018 3:30 PM
DOL with Scott Peters out of Rochester, NY. Camping at KOA. Went for a bike ride with his DOL. Apologetic, cooperative, referred to PitOutside, and VW.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Trash 10/06/2018 3:15 PM
8139 and 8138 cleaned up the dumped plant matter and deposited it in the trash.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 10/06/2018 3:00 PM
Productive contact with Michele Cardamone. Photographing a wedding party out at North Star preserve. First contacted her on private property, when she moved to OST Property, we asked her to stop or be ticketed. Friendly compliant, referee to Janet Urquhart for permit information.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Trash 10/06/2018 2:00 PM
Cleaned up food trash and kicked away a pile of BBQ ash in the Stein Park boat loading zone. UTL on camps in nearby woods. Car campers seem like a possible culprit. This is the second time I’ve found ashes dumped in the lot.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 10/06/2018 1:00 PM
Tourists continue to flock to North Star to see fall colors. With the uptick in traffic and the upcoming rifle season, it will be good for us to monitor the property.
8136 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 10/06/2018 12:00 PM
6 cars and 11 people - mostly family type. One girl had a glass bottle of champagne. She was polite and cooperative. Transferred contents to nalgene and brought the glass back to her vehicle.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 10/06/2018 11:00 AM
Written Warning: Caroline Rassenfoss for DOL on upper HCT. 2nd Warning. Explained wildlife rationale for regulation. Rassenfoss understands next contact is a ticket.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 10/06/2018 10:30 AM
I spoke with aspen paragliding to let them know their wind sock at South Gate is broken.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/06/2018 9:30 AM
Stunning views from above the clouds on Smuggler Obs Deck. Took many photos for tourists. The new interpretation panel is a big hit - well done COA.
8136 Emma Homestead Signage 10/06/2018 9:30 AM
I staged two sandwich boards with “trail closed” signs in the back of the house. They are to be used when the paving crew works on BasaltMass
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 10/05/2018 8:00 PM
Joined an ACES Evening of the Elk program. The elk were extremely chatty and interactive. Great outing. Vanessa, the ACES nattie, and I had to turn away 3 people not on the roster for the event.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 10/05/2018 3:30 PM
8135 and 8136 responded to a, E-bike accident involving a 72 year old male at mm 41 on the Rio Grande Trail. 8135 was the first on scene and did a patient assessment. 8136 was second on scene followed by 77 and Aspen Ambulance. The patient refused the ambulance ride to the hospital but was transported to AVH by 77. 8135 transported the E-bike back to Aspen Bike Rentals.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 10/05/2018 3:00 PM
Cited Natasha Rosque Johnson of Dallas, TX for bringing four leashed dogs into meadow adjacent to South Gate. Very polite and cooperative. Johnson accepted responsibility for all dogs, even though two belonged to a companion. Referred to Pitkin Outside and explained how she can pay fine online.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 10/05/2018 1:00 PM
Met with stakeholders in North Star Preserve management for end of year planning session. Good results. More work to be done. Discussed possible commercial closure and voluntary public closure of Wildwood below 50cfs.
8135 Public Works Office Maintenance 10/05/2018 12:00 PM
PitCo gas pump is open again. Wash bay may still be closed.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 10/05/2018 10:15 AM
Received word of a drone flying near still water bridge. RP said she told the lady flyer by it drones where not allowed in the preserve. It appears she listened because she was gone when I arrived.
8135 Administration Written Warning 10/05/2018 2:00 AM
Met with Julie Hardman of the Town of Snowmass Village about the OST permitted FONDO event that happened on 9/29. We had a good discussion and went over the report. A paid individual was responsible for the cleanup so they were not expecting any problems. Super compliant and wanting to work together in the future. With our relationship and their willingness to continue a good relationship, a WW was all I felt necessary.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 10/04/2018 3:00 PM
Picked up a lady in her 50s who had an ankle injury from Hunter Creek meadows. 8137 had originally contacted this lady, but she insisted she was fine and refused any help. She later realized she couldn't make it all of the down on her ankle and had someone with a cellphone call us to come get her. I reunited her with her group at the Hunter Creek trail head.
8136 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Closed Area 10/04/2018 8:30 AM
I used 2 sandwich boards with “Trail Closed” signage to temporarily close Basalt/mass trail between Fisherman’s Park and Arbaney Kittle. There was a crew on this section preparing the area for paving. I reopened the trail at 1615 hours. Paving is scheduled for Saturday 10/6.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Patrol/Outreach 10/03/2018 4:00 PM
I was followed by a drone on the North Rim trail near the Seven Star trail head. I could not find the flyer of the drone but contacted 243. SPD spent some time driving around the neighborhood looking for the folks but found nothing.
8137 Administration Counters 10/03/2018 2:45 PM
Only need to get smuggler and ditch line!
8137 Lazy Glen Open Space Dog Offense 10/03/2018 1:00 PM
I noticed a lot of dog poop near the north end of the lazy glen bridge. May be a good spot for a sign or more patrol presence.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Vandalism 10/03/2018 12:30 PM
I picked up election signage someone had placed on our property at Wheatley gulch.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Ticket Follow-up 10/03/2018 10:30 AM
Followed up with Pitkin County Court. Uzcategui and Morely FTA'd, and warrants have been issued for their arrests.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Ticket Follow-up 10/03/2018 10:30 AM
Followed up with the Court. Noakes appeared at her assigned court hearing. Her case has been continued on to 10/16.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Ticket Follow-up 10/03/2018 10:30 AM
Contacted Court. Determined A. Cooper finally resolved her overdue ticket (and FTA warrant). Cooper plead guilty and paid on 04/17/18.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 10/03/2018 9:45 AM
I picked up all three slow and announce before passing sandwich boards along the upper rio. I put signage back in the lock up.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 10/02/2018 5:00 PM
Staged new sandwich board sign near parking area. Clean up after pets etc.
8136 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 10/02/2018 5:00 PM
“Cookie Monster” was parked at lower Smug lot when I drove by at 1700hrs. He seems to be savvy with when/where to move his van on Lone Pine.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 10/02/2018 1:00 PM
Finished gathering OS Report Binder for GOM #26
8135 Penny Hot Springs Patrol/Outreach 10/02/2018 11:00 AM
8 cars and 15 people. Seemed to be a mostly family crowd.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 10/02/2018 10:45 AM
Dirty toilet paper and alcohol bottles scattered at the Perham Creek parking area. I picked up the alcohol bottles.
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Weeds-discovered/removed 10/02/2018 10:30 AM
Meeting with Todd Land from Buffalo Seed regarding seed purchase for OS program and Cozy Point.
8137 Administration Ticket Follow-up 10/01/2018 12:00 PM
I met with Virginia Edelson to sign her citation. I accepted payment and deposited at the treasurers office.
8137 Filoha Meadows Open Space Signage 9/30/2018 7:00 PM
8139 and myself closed Filoha for the Winter. We were unable to get pictures of the chairs in the bird watching hut, because it was getting dark.
8137 Perham Creek Trailhead Illegal Camping 9/30/2018 5:45 PM
8139 and 8138 noticed two camper like vehicles parked in the upper loop at perhaps creek. One vehicle drove away when we arrived, it was a white van. We tagged the other vehicle, a navy blue Mercedes sprinter van, Colorado pic. 782 EJJ.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/30/2018 5:15 PM
At 5:15 there were 14 cars and 30 people at Penny hot springs. The green Subaru with the ladder on top was parked there. Camping area had some old clothing, but no signs of camping.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/29/2018 4:45 PM
Monitored a call of a man in a green Subaru with a ladder on top. swinging an axe and threatening people. Reportedly smashed the axe in the roof of his car. 52 responded and spoke with the man. No other info.
8137 Administration E-bike Contact 9/29/2018 3:00 PM
After several interesting e-bike contacts today, I decided to do some more e-bike outreach/education at the bike shops. I stopped by Ute city cycles and aspen bike rentals. Positive interactions at both stores!
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 9/29/2018 11:00 AM
Mutual aid with 2220. There were a lot of vehicles parked at the senior and handicapped parking, and above past the gate. Most vehicles did not have a valid sticker. While I was there, we turned back at least 8 cars, instructing them to park in the BLM lot off Hunter Creek Rd. This was including two horse trailers that were planning on parking past the gate. We contacted 4 e- bikers, half of which were friendly and compliant.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/29/2018 10:45 AM
Contact with Jill St. Louis for dog off leash on Hunter Creek Trail. First contact, friends dog, verbal warning.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 9/28/2018 4:30 PM
Received and deposited money for Vardy's citation.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 9/28/2018 4:30 PM
Received and deposited money for Colley's citation.
8139 Smuggler Mountain Road Trash 9/28/2018 10:15 AM
Cleaned up trash at the Bushwacker mine. There was evidence of a fairly large bonfire at the mine -hard to say when it was but there were some large size logs burned. Lots of glass and beer cans (and a wig?).
8139 Sky Mountain Park Trails 9/27/2018 4:00 PM
Got a report of a down tree on deadline “3/4 of the way down”. The RP Calle day it into the TOSV transportation department first then flagged me down in the Town park lot. As I started up hidden valley cementary road I ran into a Snowmass Parks and trails employee who was also headed up to clear the tree but had never been on deadline. We got to the aspen tree section and two bikers informed us that they had rolled the log out of the trail and it was no longer a hazard.
8139 Seven Star Ranch E-bike Contact 9/27/2018 3:00 PM
Encountered an older e-biker at the top intersection of 7star and north rim. Began explaining the regulations and why ebikes are not permitted. When I asked for the individual’s name he refused to give me his last name and took off. I initially was able to get him to pause letting him know that if he left I would radio SMPD and it would become a citation for evading a ranger. He proceeded to take off down the trail and remarked “have them catch me at the bottom”. 242 staged in the town park lot and 215 headed to Trailrider road to cover the higher exit. The male “Gordon” was UTL. He had a black/blue HiBike ebike with blue pedals wearing a tan button up style shortsheelve with blue bike shorts. Grey hair, under 6’ in his 60s.
8137 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Fire 9/27/2018 2:30 PM
8138 responded to a fire at the Arbany Kittle Trail head. I documented license plates of cars parked at Arbany Kittle. Spoke with hikers coming down trail, asked if they saw other hikers. Elder gentleman said there was a big explosion. I asked fire if they wanted us to close the trail, they said no, it would attract lookey Lou’s.
1557 Herron/Newbury Park Followed-up on issue 9/27/2018 2:00 PM
Responded to Herron park after receiving complaint from citizen regarding DOL in the park . UTL
8135 Administration Penalty Assessment 9/27/2018 12:30 PM
I spoke with Virginia Edelson about her company Bluebird Productions and the Jaffey incident last Saturday. We had a good discussion and I let her know she was receiving a $100 citation for failing to obtain a permit (Commercial Activities Limited). She will be available on Monday at 1pm. I will leave her ticket for her to pick up and I am scheduling 8138 or 8139 to be there. Her phone # is (970) 274-3452.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/27/2018 10:00 AM
8138 and myself responded to an accident on the Rio at mile marker 38. A women in her 40s was with her family when she slipped off the trail at stein falls. Her bike came down with her. When the call came in she was still of the edge. 72, 65, and medical personnel were there when we arrived. Her husband had helped her and the bike up the trail. She was banged up and had multiple small lacerations but was okay. 72 transported her to her hotel, while we transported her bike back to the shop.
1557 Sky Mountain Park Everything great 9/27/2018 8:45 AM
Rode up Cosyline trail to Airline and down to Butterline. All trails are in good shape . Saw several trail users , bikers & hikers.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Illegal Camping 9/26/2018 6:30 AM
Dawn patrol of Bullpen Lot. No campers. No trash.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Parking 9/25/2018 5:30 PM
Left note on Nissan Titan truck parked in ROW of Prince Creek Rd. by Handy Dr., at 57’s request, directing them to use the Bullpen Lot. Rangers - parking in the Prince Creek Rd. ROW is prohibited and generates a lot of homeowner complaints (and is often caused by bikers). However, the ROW is strictly the jurisdiction of PCSO and we must defer to them on any action.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/25/2018 3:30 PM
16 people, 9 cars, and two dogs at Penny Hot Springs. Contacted one man about dog swimming across river and getting close to Filoha boundary. Minimal new trash. Rangers - please keep logging observations at Penny; I am preparing an end of year report on the parcel for GT.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 9/25/2018 2:30 PM
Large friendly bear hanging out at Duffy’s Wiggles “camping” area.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/25/2018 2:30 PM
Contacted “Laura” lying in grass near Hooks Spur Lot. I explained that we’ve been noticing litter, and I kindly asked her to pick up trash, items, etc. if she comes across them. Laura seems to live in a silver Honda Passport SUV. Lately, she’s been lying in the grass near a ditch flowing from open space into Carricarte’s yard.
8135 Glassier Open Space Agriculture/Lease 9/25/2018 2:30 PM
Swapped out lock on Glassier two-track vehicle gate with Paul Holsinger’s permission. We were noticing unauthorized motorized/armed access through gate. I will replace lock with a “grazing season” lock when lease renews in May. Combo for both locks is in Sheets (do not share it).
8135 Koch Open Space Parking 9/25/2018 1:30 PM
Pink tagged Range Rover (CO: 703-MJG) and BMW (CO: (TEMP) 182670) parked in ROW on Open Space property at Mile 4.0 LWR River Rd. Issued verbal warning to owner of BMW, very friendly guy out of NYC.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 9/25/2018 12:00 PM
Written Warning: Kevin Smiddy for DOL (black lab) on RGT below Stein Park. Friendly, AVFD captain. No leash. 5th contact in total (multiple contacts back in 2011). I explained wildlife rationale for leash law and clarified that next contact would be a $100 fine.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 9/25/2018 12:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Katie Courtney for DOL x 3 (white English Retrievers) not far up RGT from Stein Park. First contact. Explained wildlife rationale for leash law and referred to local voice & sight control trails.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Closure violation 9/25/2018 8:00 AM
Manned Castle Creek Bridge closure with 1557.
8136 Elk Park Patrol/Outreach 9/24/2018 2:00 PM
Spoke to folks with a rental camper van who looked prepared to park overnight at Elk Park. Suggested McClure pass since they were also asking about good place to lead peep.
8136 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 9/24/2018 12:30 PM
Lots of outreach opportunities while at RS Park. Also cleaned a fair amount of micro trash throughout the area. Filled about 1/3 of the 5 gallon bucket.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Closure violation 9/24/2018 8:00 AM
Manned Castle Creek Bridge closure with 1557.
8136 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 9/23/2018 5:00 PM
Did some bike maintenance on Buck. Riding smooth again.
8137 Hummingbird Lode Open Space E-bike Contact 9/23/2018 2:45 PM
Contact with David Fimone on an all black e bike at the bottom of the hummingbird trail. From Jackson Wyoming, unaware of e bike regs, friendly. We had a good discussion about where he can go, and about the OST fine structure.
8136 Glassier Open Space Trash 9/23/2018 10:00 AM
I removed more wet wipes from Glassier lot. I also took an old shirt and veggie mayonnaise stashed on the west end near the fence and trees. I left a pink tag/note for the person to call us if they would like the shirt returned.
8137 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 9/22/2018 4:15 PM
Jaffee park was overflowing with vehicles at approx 4:15 today. After investigating I learned there was a wedding on McClain flats, and people and catering trucks were using Jaffee to park. See report.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 9/22/2018 4:00 PM
Colorado 320-NQF parked at the observation deck. No one to be found. Pink tag warning.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 9/22/2018 3:30 PM
I took a call from a John Roland about a trail issue on lollipop. John said his dog was injured when its foot was caught in the chicken wire that lays on top of the boardwalk section. He wanted to know if someone could go look at it and if it could be fixed or replaced with something safer. His dog was taken to the vet. John # (970) 710-9585
8135 Owl Creek Trail Trails 9/22/2018 3:30 PM
I received a voicemail from Century Link about the wire hanging low over Owl Creek Trail. This wire is apparently temporary and should only be over the trail a couple of weeks more. The new one will be buried.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 9/22/2018 2:30 PM
I spray painted lots of volcanos and canyons on the down valley loop today!
8136 Open Space & Trails Signage 9/22/2018 1:00 PM
Posted Stage 1 Fire signs at: HCT, beach Gate, South Gate, wildwood, smuggler (lower and upper kiosk), and HC cutoff kiosk.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Called to scene 9/22/2018 12:30 PM
Was asked by MRA/ Sandy Doebler to proceed to government trail and W Butttermilk to receive and evac a runner/ patient with injured right ankle. approx 40, F A+Ox4 w/ usable right ankle injury
8137 Administration Signage 9/22/2018 9:00 AM
I printed and laminated 12 fire ban signs. I put some up at Albany Kittle and Wheatley beach.
8136 Moore Open Space Commercial Permit Check 9/22/2018 8:30 AM
Monitored Golden Leaf Half Marathon. Minimal impact on our system. No issues. Will check to confirm directional signage was removed tomorrow.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/21/2018 10:00 PM
I helped with a medical incident at the Penny Hot Springs off duty. A woman in her 30's slipped and fell coming down the ramp. She hurt her knee and there was obvous swelling along with small lacerations. I helped her get back to the car with other people at the hot springs. Her friend transported her to the hospital. She was obviously intoxicated.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 9/21/2018 1:45 PM
I explored fairly extensively a social trail I noticed going south off the 10th mtn trail. The trail looks like an old road or trail, it is on our property. Below this trail I noticed another trail and a ladder leaned up against a huge boulder. I investigated. This is private property with an os easement. I have heard noises coming from this area in the past and this may be the reason. The private trail looks like it was made with a large machine.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/21/2018 12:15 PM
The new sandwich board at the base of hunter creek trail seems to be working. 100% compliance while I was on the trail!
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/21/2018 11:30 AM
Listened to a call about a man at the Penny Hot Springs who had apparently been trying to show people naked pictures of young girls. The man was identified by the RP as a 60 year old male with short grey curly hair and about 220 lbs. It was unclear if contact was ever made by a deputy.
1557 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 9/21/2018 9:15 AM
red tag bed roll.24 hrs. to remove
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/20/2018 5:00 PM
Passed along an extra patrol request (Bullpen) to PCSO. 15 and 10 seemed happy to handle it.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Accident/Rescue 9/20/2018 4:00 PM
Responded with 8136 to medical call for 58yo female cyclist with possible fractured or dislocated shoulder. 8136 and I drove into 10th Mtn-HC Cutoff intersection, and proceeded on foot. Located patient and Good Samaritan after trail running Iowa Shaft Trail, and walked patient out to 72 at upper HC Valley Lot. Pt transported by husband in POV.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 9/20/2018 3:45 PM
Pink tagged silver Jeep parked on Smuggler Mtn Rd near Observation Deck while responding to medical call.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 9/20/2018 3:00 PM
Hosted a recreation management grad class from Western Colorado University. Great tour with excellent examples of the challenges rangers face (dogs, drones, medical, etc.).
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/20/2018 2:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Mike Kamm of CA for DOL (brown and white dog) on lower HCT. Lectured about autumn wildlife rationale for leash law. Kamm was very polite, but saw our new leash law sign and still let dog off leash.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/20/2018 11:45 AM
Contacted Heidi Speer and “Finn” on HC DOL. she is dog sitting and was not aware of the regulation. Had a good chat about wildlife impacts especially this time of year. Compliant and polite. First contact, VW.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 9/20/2018 11:15 AM
Contacted Audrey Bryson about her yellow lab off leash on East of Aspen between South Gate and the beach. She put her dog on leash when she noticed me. We talked about regulations and wildlife. First contact. VW.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Closure violation 9/20/2018 8:00 AM
Manned Castle Creek Bridge closure with 1557.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Illegal Camping 9/20/2018 6:30 AM
Dawn patrol at Bullpen Lot. Overnight camper reported by landowner was UTL. Apparently, they arrive late and leave before sunrise.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/19/2018 8:00 AM
Residents near the bullpen reported to Ted a couple of vans have been using the parking lot to park at night. They reported the vans arriving late and leaving early.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 9/18/2018 5:00 PM
Noticed a converted mini school bus parked at South Gate possibly trying to park overnight. Worth checking in on in the morning. CA 87359J2 Also a smaller white transit also parked at South Gate possibly doing the same. CO FZ0-514
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 9/18/2018 5:00 PM
Several groups of folks gathering in the intercept lot for an after work ride. Counted at least 12-15 people as I was leaving.
1557 Rio Grande Trail Campsite found/evicted 9/18/2018 10:30 AM
contacted Kyle Michal with 115 and 76 sleeping in Jennie Adair, written warning
8136 Glassier Open Space Trails 9/18/2018 9:30 AM
I cleaned up 21 dirty wet wipes that were strewn around Hooks Spur parking lot. Most of them were near where the Silver SUV is typically parked. I did see the SUV drive away from there but I am not sure it is related. There was also some near the trees and fence on the west end of the lot. Along with an empty ground beef package.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 9/18/2018 9:00 AM
Contacted Sarah Lippincott and her corgi Bear on the upper rio DOL. unaware of the regulations, we talked about the busy trail and wildlife impacts. Polite and compliant. First contact, VW
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 9/17/2018 4:00 PM
Tagged active camp under east end of Marolt Bridge. Tidy; 48 hrs to move on.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Ticket Follow-up 9/17/2018 4:00 PM
Returned call to V. Harris regarding drone ticket. He said he had “no idea” how to pay his ticket. In message, I advised him to send check to address listed on ticket.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Ticket Follow-up 9/17/2018 1:30 PM
Deposited Emerson ticket payment.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Closed Area 9/17/2018 1:30 PM
Drove into 7SR via Picture Pt. to check on unlocked gate. Turned out, predictably, to be OST Crew. They were installing a gate on upper 7 Star Trail, and accidentally left gate wide open. Notified Ted.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 9/17/2018 10:00 AM
Bear being a bear on RGT and Sunnyside int.
1559 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 9/17/2018 10:00 AM
Spoke with 2 dog owners about the regulations on the Annie Mitchell Trail. There has been confusion regarding rules due to recent HOA events. Business is as usual and no changes to regulations.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 9/17/2018 9:30 AM
Dispatch aired call of bear being a bear at RGT and Stein Trail.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 9/17/2018 9:30 AM
Cited Josh Colley (dba Youphoria), event organizer of WEDU Fifty, for failure to follow permit (two violations - no event notice signage on OST, didn't remove flagging). Pleasant phone conversation. Ticket sent by snail mail and e-mail.
1559 Meadows Open Space Called to scene 9/17/2018 8:45 AM
Med call for 71, M who fell in front of Meadows tennis courts. Cuts to hands and face, pos head injury. Transport AVH.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 9/16/2018 5:15 PM
58 yo female with broken left ankle above Benedict Bridge. 20 and I responded and requested Aspen Fire to assist with a carry out to RMR. Transported to AVH.
8136 Seven Star Ranch Patrol/Outreach 9/16/2018 4:00 PM
212 took a report from RP John Wilkenson of electric skateboards somewhere on North Rim. I was in the area and staged at the base of 7 Star but was UTL. This was the second report in two days.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Agriculture/Lease 9/16/2018 1:00 PM
After weekend on the loose, 76 shot one of Cooper Means’ rogue sheep on HWY82. The sheep got loose on Saturday, caused a weekend of traffic problems, and spent a night in Sky MP before meeting its end.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/16/2018 11:15 AM
DOL w/ Joey Haack. Claimed to not see the signage at the TH. Hasn’t hiked up here in 15 years. First offense. Lecture, PitOutside, VW
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/16/2018 11:00 AM
DOL w/ Mark Quinn out of Chicago. Not familiar with area. First offense. Lecture, Referred to PitOutside, VW
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/16/2018 10:00 AM
DOL w Stephanie Jones. Golden named Karma. Not familiar with regs. Leashes as I walked up. Polite, cooperative, PitOutside, first offense, VW.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/16/2018 8:30 AM
Picked up small bits of trash and the requisite pair of discarded swim shorts at Penny Hot Springs. 5 cars (including a white camper van with Ohio plate: HLK-9487). Only three people and a dog visible - likely the rest were sleeping in their cars.
8135 Seven Star Ranch E-bike Contact 9/15/2018 3:00 PM
Took call from Dispatch for E-scooters (or E-one wheels/hover boards?) on 7 Star Trail. Followed up with RP (Alyssa Shaenke, TOSV Town Council). 242 couldn't respond due to three ongoing special events. Searched area parking lots and rode 7 Star Trail. UTL.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 9/15/2018 2:30 PM
Spent a 45 min outreaching people at the HCT-RGT intersection and handed out RGT user survey cards. Made about 12 good contacts. The deadline is coming up - rangers, please make a final push to distribute the survey cards.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/15/2018 12:15 PM
Contacted George Edward of Pagosa Springs DOL. Visiting for the weekend, was aware of the regulation as he leashed his dog when he saw me locking up my bike. Explained the wildlife rationale and referred to Pitkin outside. First contact, VW
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/15/2018 11:00 AM
Verbal Warning: Alan Schoenbaum of Austin, TX for DOL (“Ziggy” black lab) on HCT below Benedict Bridge. Claimed he took dog off-leash to navigate rocks. Lectured on wildlife rational for leash law.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/15/2018 11:00 AM
Verbal Warning: “Phil” for DOL (black border collie) on HCT. Contacted at same time as Mr. Vardy. I confirmed by last name that "Phil" wasn’t in Ranger Mobile, but lost info in lively second, simultaneous contact.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Penalty Assessment 9/15/2018 11:00 AM
Cited Itzhak Vardy for DOL (border collie) on HCT below Benedict Bridge. I’ve known Vardy for several years. Vardy turned around when he evidently saw me contacting another dog owner, but still didn’t leash his dog. This was at least the fourth time Vardy has been contacted by rangers (his wife has also been contacted multiple times; I’ve issued them both past warnings). Vardy stated he didn’t leash dog out of concern for falling. I clarified that he could drop leash if he felt unsafe, and I explained wildlife rationale for leash law. Vardy stayed he would keep walking his dog off-leash on narrow trails. I explained next ticket would be $500.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/15/2018 10:45 AM
Verbal Warning: Steve Thomas of Watertown, CT for DOL (“Brutus” black and brown dog) on HCT below Benedict Bridge. First warning. Referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Vandalism 9/15/2018 10:00 AM
Monitored call regarding white Transit van on Smuggler Mtn - an RP stated a man named “Bob Morris” from the Aspen Lodge let the air out of the tire. I believe the van was part of the WEDU event. 76 took the call.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 9/15/2018 10:00 AM
Disturbance involving Tom Andersen and a tenant from Droste’s property (involving a bear hunting dispute) made the paper today. I was aware of it and spoke with Kurtis Tesch, but OST is (luckily) not involved. No animal was taken in Sky MP. Andersen is facing charges including felony arson. PCSO attempted to serve warrant this morning, but UTL. See AT article.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/15/2018 10:00 AM
Started directed Patrol of HCT at 1000 (patrolled a bit around 0700 as well). OST rangers maintained a presence on the trail throughout the day in response to poor compliance. Fall is an important time to keep pets leashed (hungry bears, denning coyotes, pregnant elk). Remember those off-season talking points!
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Special Event 9/15/2018 7:00 AM
Monitored WEDU event. No signage posted by 0730 (route was well flagged). Marshals were in place and doing a good job before first riders hit the trail. No complaints or accidents recorded. I will check back tomorrow for breakdown.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 9/14/2018 11:45 AM
Contacted Sarah Smith of Aspen and her Boxer off leash below Stein. First contact. VW.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 9/14/2018 10:30 AM
Spray painted volcanoes in the middle rio. Put fresh cans of paint in both 107 and 108.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/13/2018 2:30 PM
Contact with Michael Depamphilis with DOL on the Hunter Creek Trail. Friendly, compliant, first warning. VW
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/13/2018 2:15 PM
Contact with Grace Siegel with DOL on Hunter Creek Trail. Friendly, compliant. First contact, VW.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/13/2018 2:00 PM
Compliance was less than 50% today on the HCT. Also, took a report of a mountain lion in the hunter creek meadow.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/13/2018 1:30 PM
Contact with Cindy Mullen with dog off leash by verena mallery trail. Lots of questions, positive contact, referred to pitoutside. First contact. Verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/13/2018 12:45 PM
Contact with Mark Tates with dog Oliver off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Accessed via the ditch trail, so did not see signage. First contact. Good dialogue about other trails in the area. Verbal warning.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 9/13/2018 10:00 AM
Fielded multiple requests for OST ranger presence at outreach events - PitCo Wellness event on 10/4 and AVH Wellness event on 11/13.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Maintenance 9/12/2018 4:00 PM
I started up seven star to change out SD cards and batteries on the two counters. I realized I needed more batteries for the upper camera, so I decided to finish that project tomorrow. I also put the lower camera up upside down! Oops! I purchased more batteries, and plan to go back first thing in the morning.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 9/12/2018 2:00 PM
Spoke with Paul Taddune, RP for possible poaching at Sky MP. As I suspected, incident appears to be a landowner dispute between Tom Anderson and Droste’s tenants. CPW and PCSO have already been involved and reportedly determined there was no wrong doing. The bear was legally shot on Droste’s private land. Reportedly, officers suspected Anderson of “harassing” the hunter. I’m turning this call over to GT as a landowner relations issue. I’ve also reached out to Kurtis Tesch to confirm details of incident.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 9/12/2018 11:00 AM
Contact with Katie and Adam Goldsmith with medium black dog “Scooter” off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Friendly and compliant. 5th contact between the two of them. Aware that next contact will be a citation. Written warning.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 9/12/2018 8:00 AM
Attended COSA Conference w/ 1557 and1558
8137 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 9/11/2018 5:45 PM
I noticed a bow hunter walking up stream on the east side of brush creek. 40 approx male, 6’0’’ ish dark hair. Was walking towards Ost property. Stopped short of Ost property, staged in bushes, hopefully had a private land tag. Approx lat long is. 39.2337 -106.9029
8135 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 9/11/2018 4:30 PM
Took cold report of possible poaching (black bear) on Sky Mountain Park or Droste’s adjacent private land. Details are unclear, but the incident took place at least 24hrs ago. I’m awaiting a call back from the RP.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 9/11/2018 3:00 PM
Report of an injured bear on HC near private drive. RP stated the bear was only able to walk with 3 legs. Searched area but was UTL.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/11/2018 12:15 PM
Contact with Susan Krabacher with dog off leash On the Hunter Creek Trail. She was in a hurry, said just do what you have to do, but once we chatted a little more she was friendlier. Good outreach. Second warning, first contact on rio with dog Ziggy, claimed ziggy not her dog, but a Joe Krabacher was also warned with dog Ziggy. VW.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 9/11/2018 11:15 AM
Contact with Susan Redstone with dog "pork chop" off leash. Redstone had plenty of excuses, and blamed it on the dog. Second contact, written warning.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 9/11/2018 11:00 AM
It would be good to take a paint can through the middle rio to refresh the volcanoes.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/11/2018 10:30 AM
Contact with Cheryl valasquez with both her older dogs off leash. First contact, Verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/11/2018 10:30 AM
Contact with Amanda Ramsey on Hunter creek trail with one of her dogs off leash. Friendly, compliant, verbal warning.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 9/11/2018 10:00 AM
DOL w/ Theresa Teague. Did not have a leash with her. I gave her one and she was cooperative. Not from around here. Lecture, referred to PitOutside and VW.
8137 Administration Ticket Follow-up 9/11/2018 9:30 AM
I deposited checks from Straus and Nagle today!
8136 Seven Star Ranch Signage 9/11/2018 9:00 AM
Mountain lion cub spotted on Seven Star Trail. Put up the “attn mountain lions in area” signage at the trailshead.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 9/11/2018 8:00 AM
Attended COSA Conference w/ 1557 and1558
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/10/2018 4:00 PM
Lower Basalt HS and Glassier busy after 4pm today.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Illegal Camping 9/10/2018 10:00 AM
The hunting camp was gone by morning. I cleaned some micro-trash and disassembled the fire ring that they failed to remove.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 9/10/2018 8:00 AM
Attended COSA Conference w/ 1557 and1558
8139 Open Space & Trails Trails 9/09/2018 3:30 PM
Cleaned and put away the duckie +gear
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 9/09/2018 1:30 PM
Deer head in the middle of HC Cutoff. Many concerned folks. Looks like nature to me. Removed it. See email for more details.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Illegal Camping 9/09/2018 12:30 PM
Tagged a large canvas tent at the service rd just above the observation deck. Mostly brand new gear strung about. Fire ring with remnants of a fire. Definitely hunters. Will follow up tomorrow morning. See email for more details.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 9/09/2018 12:30 PM
Contact with Jon Foley with DOL on the upper Rio. Friendly compliant. Second warning, first was in 2012. Verbal warning.
8135 Administration Special Event 9/08/2018 2:30 PM
Joined the Pitkin County “public safety family” in successful expo downtown. Glad to have rangers represented.
8137 Redstone Park Accident/Rescue 9/08/2018 11:30 AM
I responded to a party locked in the redstone bathroom. By the time I was able get on scene, the party had been saved by the owners of the general store. The deadbolts seem to be having issues. There are new door knobs with locks, so technically the deadbolts are now obsolete.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 9/08/2018 11:00 AM
Contacted Christine Bennet with golden retriever who was not under voice and sight control. Explained Smuggler regs and suggested a leash if her dog does not respond well to commands. She leashed up. First contact. VW
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/08/2018 10:15 AM
6 cars, 7 people. Mellow morning at penny.
8135 Chapparal Trail Mutual Aid 9/08/2018 8:00 AM
Monitored trespass report at Chaparral (Sean Taylor, who I was in contact with earlier, was reported as a trespasser by Chaparral Ranch). This appears to be the landowner misinterpreting the public easement, and Taylor does not seem to have violated the law so long as he stayed on the easement route. I updated the responding officer, 65, of the ongoing land use dispute, and shared the trail easement. I copied GT.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Trails 9/07/2018 3:30 PM
Notified Ted of cable haphazardly strung across Owl Creek Trail (just above head height). Cable goes to a green electrical box and is strung up in tree branches.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail E-bike Contact 9/07/2018 2:45 PM
An e-biker cruised Passed me going down hunter creek trail at the meadow kiosk. I had no chance of catching him. City rangers helped look for him. UTL.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/07/2018 2:15 PM
I contacted Sammy sandal with friends dog mr Wilson off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. First contact. Verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/07/2018 1:45 PM
I contacted Jesse Tanner with dog Coupa off leash on the HunterCreek trail. Thought only lani white was mandatory leash. Friendly compliant. First contact. Admitted to using trail all the time with out leash. Verbal warning.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Trails 9/07/2018 12:30 PM
Cut and removed downed tree on Meadows Trail.
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 9/07/2018 10:30 AM
Zero RFC permits in the lot. Cars all look to be trailusers
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 9/05/2018 1:00 PM
Zero RFC cars parked in lot!
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Lost and Found 9/05/2018 9:15 AM
I took the black schwinn cruiser to the Sheriff's office.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Patrol/Outreach 9/05/2018 9:00 AM
Had a good talk with a man who had his Winnebago parked in the Penny Hot Springs parking lot. He was obviously living out of the camper and had gear around it. He was compliant and said he would move. License plates are 40489 USA... No State?
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 9/05/2018 8:30 AM
White van with Minnesota plates 399-MDT was parked in the far lot of Perham. It was down pouring and I couldn't tell if someone was in there for sure but it certainly looked like a camper. Lets keep an eye out.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Resource Damage 9/04/2018 5:15 PM
Got stuck in a long, somewhat strange conversation with “George” of Mexico City on Aspen-Mass Trail. I contacted George when I saw him pulling rocks from the slope above the trail. George explained he was collecting rocks to make animal sculptures; he was in pursuit of a turtle-shaped rock. I informed George that materials cannot be removed from open space and pointed out erosion he was causing. We then got into a twenty minute conversation about politics, climate change, and the end times.
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Illegal Camping 9/04/2018 4:00 PM
Found bedroll, pillow, and possible stolen dirt bike in apparent camp at top of Aspen-Mass Trail with 8137. VIN came back as not listed. 76 tagged the bike.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Followed-up on issue 9/04/2018 3:00 PM
Coiled hoses from Volleyball tourney and collected left belongings in park.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 9/04/2018 2:30 PM
Educational contact with large man walking tiny gray DOL on City boundary of RGT. Warned about big bad coyotes.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 9/04/2018 1:00 PM
Specialized Fuse to Ute Cycles for tune
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 9/04/2018 12:30 PM
Tagged CFD-035 white Subaru Legacy. RFC employee permit displayed.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 9/04/2018 10:30 AM
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 9/04/2018 10:30 AM
1559 Parks Office Called to scene 9/04/2018 9:00 AM
1557 and myself maned bridge closure for morning shifts going forward. APD has evening
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 9/03/2018 5:00 PM
Took call from “Leeanne” - owner of black Mercedes tagged in AK lot for RFC staff parking. Leeanne was very nice and wanted to call to apologize; she hadn’t realized the special use permit had expired on 8/31/18. Posted sandwich board at AK at 1700 with signage stating there’s no commercial, staff, or Roaring Fork Club parking permitted in the lot. I specifically stated that RFC parking permits are no longer valid. Please remove sign and cones at the end of the work week if we get compliance. I also sent Vessy (RFC) an email.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/03/2018 4:00 PM
DOL x 2 w/ Nancy and Steve Coen. Just moved to Red MnT Rd from Pittsburg. Fielded lots of questions about areas to bring DOL, how to deal with bears, regs on campfires, where to explore etc. referred to PitOutside. Very polite, cooperative and friendly. VW
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/03/2018 12:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Chris Tedstone for DOL (“Lucy” smaller gray and white dog) on HC below Benedict Bridge. Very friendly, but knows rule and had an OST leash. I reminded him next contact could be a ticket.
8136 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 9/03/2018 12:30 PM
RFC parking permits expired 8/31/18. I pink tagged 5 vehicles: CO TWQ 182 CO FZO 532 CO MKO 420 CO 475 UOJ CO RAU 993
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 9/03/2018 10:30 AM
Turned pedestrian activity signs at JHS and Stillwater, and removed Stillwater loading zone signs. Removed Stage 2 fire signs from North Star, Mollie Gibson Park, Smuggler Mountain, and Hunter Creek Trail. Removed seasonal signage from Congo Trailhead.
8136 Glassier Open Space Illegal Camping 9/03/2018 10:00 AM
Pink tagged RV reminding them there is no overnight parking or camping on OST property. A man saw me tagging the RV and said he saw people leave on bikes. It did appear there was a bike rack left down and open without bikes. Probably using the trail. Reminder anyway.
8137 Gerbaz Trash 9/02/2018 4:30 PM
I picked up an dumped fake Christmas tree at the fishing pullout at Gerbaz.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/02/2018 12:00 PM
I contacted Kim Wood on the Hunter Creek Trail for DOL. First contact, compliant.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Penalty Assessment 9/02/2018 11:30 AM
I contacted Tracy Straus on the Hunter Creek Trail with her dog “Olive” off leash. Third contact. Reluctantly compliant. Citation.
1558 Smuggler Mountain Dog off leash - education contact 9/02/2018 9:15 AM
Warned Kimberly Wilson for sight control & bags
8136 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 9/02/2018 9:00 AM
Busy day in Redstone with an art fair taking place in town. Fielded several questions about hiking reds in the area.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 9/01/2018 5:00 PM
Bear at mm38 spooked several people from out of town. The bear approached me [slightly] aggressively before going down to the river.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/01/2018 5:00 PM
Silver bike stashed near mm37.5. I’ll check for it tomorrow.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Lost and Found 9/01/2018 3:45 PM
Pink tagged a black Schwinn cruiser at mm 30 on the Rio by the Phillips trailer park. It’s Been there for a few days.
8137 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 9/01/2018 3:00 PM
4 permitted cars in the arbany kittle lot. I thought our agreement ended in august....
1559 Meadows Open Space Campsite found/evicted 9/01/2018 2:00 PM
Investigated a tent reported to us from the APD. After further investigation and 124 partially dismantling the tent, it was established that is was the homeowners "fort"... oops.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 9/01/2018 1:00 PM
HUGE groups on the Rio today-Counted 16 in one group alone.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 9/01/2018 12:45 PM
6 vehicles, 22 people at the springs. 3 camper like vehicles. One group cooking food by camper. Also, another party reported heavy usage on Sunday's.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 9/01/2018 9:15 AM
Contacted Carl Daskano and his dog Vandal DOL. From out of town, staying at the Meadows, and was unaware of the regulations. Refused to give address/phone number for “cyber security reasons”. Chatted about the heavy traffic on the Rio and directed him to PitkinOutside for more information about other trails. First contact, VW
8139 Owl Creek Trail Lost and Found 8/31/2018 6:00 PM
Followed up on an email Jeff sent about a golf cart on the Owl Creek trail that belonged to the Aspen Meadows. After speaking with the manager of the resort Gabe, we confirmed the cart was theirs and that it had been stolen. The director of engineering, Jim Hooper, came out and called for a tow. They did not want to file a report with APD. The cart was towed back to the Meadows.
8137 Lazy Glen Open Space Trails 8/31/2018 3:15 PM
I swept a lot of gravel off the lazy glen trail. I could have done more, but maybe we should send maintenance down instead. Keep eyes on this issue....
8137 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Maintenance 8/31/2018 2:15 PM
I spray painted some volcanoes on the upper basalt mass trail and on the rio at the roaring fork club.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/31/2018 11:30 AM
I contacted Nan Galloway with her dog Mia off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Not aware of regs, friendly enough.... verbal warning. First contact.
8137 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 8/31/2018 9:00 AM
I call Jim Kinker back. He was asking about parking a trailer at the bottom of smuggler mtn. Rd for hunting. I let him know the parking lot was for day use only. I referred him to the so for more county roud questions. Very nice guy, not too worried about possible violation.
8139 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Accident/Rescue 8/30/2018 6:45 PM
Monitored a medical call for a bike accident on Smuggler. 113 responded and patient refused further medical assistance. 113 cleared
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/30/2018 2:00 PM
Responded to 82 yo male who had taken a fall near mm41.5 144 and 145 were first on scene and medic 94 arrived before I did. They began patient assessment. The patient was AOx3 with no other reported injuries.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Written Warning 8/30/2018 12:45 PM
Contacted Martine Morales of Pheonix AZ after seeing him carving in an aspen tree off of the East of Aspen trail. I saw 1557 biking and requested he join me for the contact. Martine was extremely apologetic and not was not aware what he was doing was damaging. He listened to our education talk and it was apparent we got our message through. He was also very panicked when I originally approached him and let him know why I was contacting him. I decided to give him a written warning.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 8/29/2018 2:00 PM
Submitted Baillargeon to court
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 8/29/2018 1:30 PM
I contacted Jenny Roberts exiting the river at the beach access of North Star Preserve with her dog Zoe. I explained the dog regulation in the nature preserve. I would have given a citation or written warning, but I was in the middle of issuing a citation for another dog at the beach. First contact, verbal warning.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/29/2018 1:30 PM
I contacted Lindsey Emerson at the beach in the North Star Nature Preserve with her dog Callie. Citation issued. Explained other area where dogs are prohibited, and fee structure. Very friendly, first contact.
8137 Administration Ticket Follow-up 8/29/2018 1:00 PM
I texted with Mindy Nagle. Her payment was due 8/28. She told me she mailed it on Monday, so we should see it soon!
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 8/29/2018 12:00 PM
OST Rangers are now off their 6 month PITLAW probation. We are officially on PITLAW.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 8/29/2018 8:30 AM
Returned to the camper at the Woody Creek parking lot. It was still there and it looked like no one had been there since I had tagged them on 8/28. I contacted 20 and she said she had spoken with the owner and she would move it this evening. I'll wait and see if it is there tomorrow before issuing a parking citation.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 8/28/2018 12:30 PM
DOl w/ Karen Thacker near Stein Trail on RGT. Claimed to think it was ok to have a service dog off leash while training it to heel. She later clarified it as an emotional support dog. Lecture of regs, referred to PitOutside and upper HC valley to train on a flat trail while off leash. VW
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 8/28/2018 12:00 PM
DOl w/ Lauren Espinosa mm37. DOL. polite, honest, apologetic. New to aspen. Said she simply thought she wouldn’t get caught.Referred to PitOutside and off leash areas. VW
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 8/28/2018 10:00 AM
Tagged a RV camper in the Woody Creek parking lot. 20 had tagged it on 8/27. License plate CO/HOP-087. I gave them a warning and 24 hours to remove the camper.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 8/27/2018 7:00 PM
Swapped Cozyline camera SD cards and replaced batteries. Delivered SD to Janet.
8136 Owl Creek Trail Wildlife 8/27/2018 7:00 PM
Report of 3 moose attempting to cross Owl Creek rd. I was in the area but UTL.
8136 Wheatley Beach Illegal Camping 8/27/2018 6:00 PM
Ted reported an RV parked that maybe be camping. I contacted a woman who explained her husband was at the beach fishing. They are camping up the frying pan and only have the RV while traveling. They will be gone by sundown. He caught 24 fish.
8136 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/27/2018 5:30 PM
12 cars parked with bike racks. Busy night on the trails. After work traffic seems worth checking out.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/27/2018 11:00 AM
I contacted Davis Ravnaas with his dog boots off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. Local, mostly friendly, but did not want to hear my info. Compliant, verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/27/2018 10:30 AM
I contacted Linda Maslow with dog "Louie" off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. She said she had been contacted before, but her name was not yet in the database. Friendly, local. Verbal warning.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 8/27/2018 8:00 AM
20 tagged an RV, CO HOP-087 parked overnight at the Woody Creek RGT trailhead.
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Park use moderate 8/26/2018 11:00 AM
New covers on Targets at Archery Range. Thank You 8136.
8139 Prince Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/26/2018 10:45 AM
Contacted Matt Rubsamen and his dog Koa on the prince creek trail and educated him about the regulations on the new trail. He and Koa have been riding the prince creek trails for 10 years and were not aware of the regs on the new section. I educated him about the proximity to the agriculture area and the safety concerns regarding the rate of speed that bikes descend down the trail. He was polite and understanding of the regulations after our chat. Assured me that he will be riding down the road from now on. first contact, VW
8139 Sky Mountain Park E-bike Contact 8/25/2018 11:30 AM
Spoke with a gentleman who saw 8 e-bikers last week, wasn’t one group. saw different groups on all the sky mountain trails in one day. Reported to be “millennials” most likely on rental bikes. Would be interested to see the photos from the wildlife cameras to see if we could identify the riders or potentially the rental bikes and associated shops.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 8/25/2018 8:45 AM
Contacted a white Yukon parked overnight at South Gate. The gentleman was cooperative and left immediately, didn’t have much of an opportunity to chat. OHH-627 Missouri
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/24/2018 5:15 PM
Continued patrolling the Rio for the suspects. Their bikes may have been found behind the ACES staff housing near Hallam lake. 130 was called to investigate. UTL the suspects.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/24/2018 9:00 AM
Went along on the Walk on the other side with ACES. Fun to see the other side. Lots of bear scat and markings. Fun and engaged group of participants !
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/24/2018 9:00 AM
Patrolled the Rio while looking for two trespassers on the run in the area. Multiple people saw them on the Rio and Heading towards the Rio. Two trespassers, one woman and one man, who originally broke into one house, then a second along the Rio shortly after. APD were on bike patrol. S.O. helped in the morning but cleared before the afternoon. I sent 8139 out to patrol and keep her eyes out in the afternoon.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 8/24/2018 9:00 AM
Pink tagged a silver VW van for camping in the north gate lot. CO HOD 766
1559 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Double w/other officer 8/23/2018 1:45 PM
Removed two locked bikes from rack at Red Brick. Replaced old rack with new one.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/23/2018 11:00 AM
Rolled a large boulder out of highway 82 at mm43 with the help of 4 passerby’s. Boulder was blocking 1 lane across from Stillwater bridge.
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Dog off leash - education contact 8/23/2018 9:00 AM
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/22/2018 5:30 PM
Harvested card from Filoha camera. Posted laminated notice to cabin guests on two-track at Dr. Johnson’s property boundary clarifying that there’s no legal access to Meadows from that location (must access via Dorais Way gate like everyone else). Got into a long, but friendly conversation with a resident on Mtn. Lion Way. A rare supporter of OST.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Lost and Found 8/22/2018 4:30 PM
Dispatch transferred me Kristen who found a mountain bike buried in the willows at approx 22.5 RGT in Basalt. The bike was exposed after maintenance crew cut back the willows. Full suspension Yeti mountain bike looks to have been there for a while. It doesn’t seem like a bike someone would abandon. Will bring to SO in the morning.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 8/22/2018 2:30 PM
Tree down from yesterday on RGT near HC connector left some debris and a few large logs encroaching the trail on both sides. I moved everything I could off the trail. The remaining two pieces will need more than 1 person to remove. One of those needs to be cut again if we want it completely off the hard surface.
8135 Open Space & Trails E-bike Contact 8/22/2018 1:00 PM
Participated in national (plus Canada, eh?) conference call on local government e-bike policy with 1558.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 8/22/2018 12:00 PM
Cut and removed three small to moderately sized trees on HC Cut-off Trail with 8137.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Trails 8/22/2018 9:30 AM
Confirmed trailer at Bionaz Gulch belongs to utility workers. They have an ROW permit for a HELO op at Lazy Glen OS this month to place power poles.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 8/22/2018 9:30 AM
DOL w/ Max Watson from houston, TX. Claimed to have only spoken to a ranger “many years ago” about his Golden retriever, “Duke” off leash. Josh gave him a VW last year. Explained importance of regs, referred to PitOutside, fine structure etc. WW
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Called to scene 8/22/2018 9:00 AM
Manhunt! Instructed by 03 to Red Butte for observation of Lower Maroon Creek Gorge and Bar X Ranch. UTL suspect.
8135 Moore Open Space Mutual Aid 8/22/2018 8:30 AM
Monitored call involving an LE search for a fleeing subject starting in the Moore OS and golf course area. LE used drones and multiple officers to search area. 1559 tried spotting from atop Red Butte.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Fire 8/21/2018 3:00 PM
Monitored Snowmass Fire call regarding possible lightening strike and fire on Seven Star Ranch Open Space. UTL.
1559 City Golf Course Found resource damage 8/21/2018 2:00 PM
Responded to a call from Steve Aiken, golf manager; tree blow down across cart path near 18th green. Unable to get in touch with a tree crew. 1557 and myself cut up downed tree and dropped a another dangerous leaner.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/21/2018 1:00 PM
Investigated stored property at Bionaz Gulch per report from 8135. Lightning in the area prevented a closer look at the site of a possible trailer on the hillside to the Northeast of private property on North River Rd. Lightning in the area prevented a closer look at this time. Will check on it tomorrow. Email with GPS and photos sent to Ranger@pitco
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/21/2018 1:00 PM
Rode up Smuggler on E-MTB in search of possible camp. Rode far into USFS jurisdiction. UTL.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 8/21/2018 1:00 PM
Replied to email inquiry from Greg Stewart (previously contacted in JHS) regarding regs. I replied with same info as yesterday and referred him to North Star Mgmt. Plan.
8135 Open Space & Trails Trails 8/21/2018 8:30 AM
Spoke with land owner about OST “stop” sign allegedly installed on their private property at 23655 Two Rivers Rd. Ted had already received this complaint yesterday and has planned a site visit. I communicated as much to the landowner.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 8/21/2018 8:30 AM
The City and County officially signed the Verena Mallory trail easement. Title 12 can now be enforced on Verena Mallory Trail (same regs as HCT). Rangers are empowered within 7.5’ of each side of the trail’s centerline.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Vandalism 8/20/2018 5:00 PM
Monitored call regarding "transient" man cutting down trees near the parking area on Marolt OS. APD responded. No City Rangers on duty. UTL.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 8/20/2018 4:00 PM
Contacted “Greg” (60s yo white male, medium-length gray hair, drives white scooter) on beach in JHS. Greg had just finished swimming. I educated him about staying on trail. All hikers must stay on trail and river users must float through on JHS. I understand Greg has received inconsistent info from rangers. He was not thrilled to hear my lecture. I offered him directions to the river accesses at the Beach and Wildwood - both of which were quiet today (only natties at the latter). For more info on JHS regulations, read the NSP (c. 2015) Mgmt. Plan. The plan states: "Trail users must stay on [the JHS Interpretive Loop] trail and the trail is closed from dusk to dawn."
8139 Stein Park (AVLT) Parking 8/20/2018 3:00 PM
Pink tagged a blue Bianchi bicycle locked up on the east end of the parking lot near the handicapped spot. It's been in the same location for a week+.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Ticket Follow-up 8/20/2018 1:00 PM
Submitted Uzcategui and Morley tickets to court.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/20/2018 11:00 AM
Spoke with C. Nelson regarding three cabin guests entering Filoha from Dr. Johnsons’s property via the two-track road. Nelson was very polite and said she intended to speak with OST about developing some sort of solution to the problem. Nelson also agreed to speak with her property manager about offering guests unclear or incorrect information about how to access the meadow.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Trash 8/20/2018 10:00 AM
Cleaned up about a dozen beer cans and cigarette butts at the bench below Stein Park. A thorough search for camps came up empty.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 8/20/2018 9:30 AM
Responded with 76 to illegal camp at Raceway and RGT. Simple tarp shelter with bag of weed. Cleaned up and 76 called RP. Let’s keep an eye on this spot - it seems the camp was recently established.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/19/2018 3:15 PM
I contacted Nat Putnam with his dog Sage entering the South Gate of the North Star nature preserve. I issued Putnam a written warning. We had a positive conversation about regulations, and I explained to Putnam his next contact would be a ticket.
8137 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 8/19/2018 1:30 PM
I contacted Christie Potter on the Stein trail with her dog Paco off leash. Local, was drinking beer, acting silly. Gave her a leash and a poop bag. Educated on fee structure and regulations. Friendly, compliant. Verbal warning.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 8/19/2018 10:30 AM
I followed up on the snowmass fondo bike ride signage. I did not se any signage on the trails from the canceled event! Sky mtn is riding saweeet right now!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 8/19/2018 9:15 AM
Contacted Mike Josephine in his Green Dodge Ram 2500 with a camper about illegally camping in the South lot. He said he got in late and had nowhere to go. I educated him about where he can and cannot camp. I saw his truck driving around in the evening. If he camps on open space again he knows he will be receiving a ticket. I let him off easy.
8135 Lani White Trail Verbal Warning 8/18/2018 5:00 PM
Contacted Sarah Goldstein on the Lani White trail about her two dogs off leash. She was very nice and understanding. She had both dogs on shock collars. She took two leashes and complied. VW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 8/18/2018 3:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Paul Rudnick for DOL on RGT at W/J. Rudnick was confused where dogs were “actually” allowed off-leash due to lack of enforcement on Jaffee River Trail - apparently Dale Will had told him rangers didn’t enforce leash law at Jaffee (don’t you love gray areas?). Rudnick was walking dog on gravel trail parallel to RGT. Rudnick hasn’t been contacted in ten years. Friendly local.
8137 Filoha Meadows Open Space Written Warning 8/18/2018 2:30 PM
I noticed Aaron Stump walking between the Johnson property and Filoha trail access. I was on highway 133. I entered Filoha from the Johnson property. I issued Aaron Stump a written warning for trespassing.
8137 Filoha Meadows Open Space Penalty Assessment 8/18/2018 1:30 PM
I cited Mindy Nagle for walking in Filoha meadows with her dogs.
8137 Filoha Meadows Open Space Written Warning 8/18/2018 1:00 PM
I saw Mitch Arteaga walking from the Filoha trail towards the Johnson property. Mitch and his friend Becca had entered Filoha from the Johnson property. I issued him a written warning.
8137 Filoha Meadows Open Space Written Warning 8/18/2018 1:00 PM
I issued Becca Levin a written warning for entering Filoha from the Johnson property.
8135 Lani White Trail Trash 8/18/2018 1:00 PM
Took report of dumping from man bathing in Salvation Ditch... UTL.
8135 Moore Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/18/2018 1:00 PM
Both the green explorer and the silver 4Runnerhave been removed from the church lot.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/18/2018 12:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Jennifer Jenkins of Durango for DOL (small husky-type dog, “Summit”) on HCT below Benedict Bridge. Tourist. Unaware of regulations and apologetic. I explained location of signs and referred to Pitkin Outside.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 8/18/2018 11:30 AM
There were 7 vehicle and 28 people at the hot springs this morning. Lots of dog feces in the parking lot, and one deposit by river. A hot springs user asked if I had a poop bag he could use to clean up the feces. It was not his dog. I gave him one. There was evidence that someone may have slept on the beach last night, I could see an imprint of a sleeping mat.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Issued verbal warning 8/18/2018 11:00 AM
Contacted two fisherman using lures in "fly only" section of Roaring Fork. They played dumb, and switched to flies.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/18/2018 11:00 AM
Documented Small unauthorized memorial atop Smuggler Mtn. Notified Ted and BL. Also investigated social trail near deck that ends at a relatively large pile of suspicious ashes...
8137 Perham Creek Trailhead Trash 8/18/2018 10:45 AM
I noticed newish slash dumping in the upper turn around of the perham parking lot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/18/2018 10:30 AM
Responded to a call for rocks on the Rio near Arciero. There was a fair amount of debris but nothing too big for one person. Trail cleared.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 8/18/2018 10:30 AM
Hike for Hope got off to a slow start due to the rain, but ended with a good turnout. Low key event with ample public safety personnel in attendance.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 8/18/2018 10:30 AM
Followed up on request from OS Director Ben Carlsen for a goodwill clean-up on the Pride of Aspen Parcel, by the spools of cable. 2 bags full.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 8/18/2018 8:45 AM
I was going to monitor the Fondo ride at sky man park this am, but event was canceled due to rain. They want to reschedule. Will follow up tomorrow to check signage removal.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/17/2018 5:00 PM
Opened the gate for hunters at Hunter Creek.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 8/17/2018 2:00 PM
Gave a citation to the Grey Silverado (CO/024-PVX) for parking without a permit at Abraney Kittle Trailhead. The truck owner had placed a permit in the windshield but it did not match up with the permits we had been emailed. S.O. did not run the plates for me.
8137 Moore Open Space Resource Damage 8/17/2018 1:30 PM
I noticed a social/ private access trail at the west end of Moore Open Space. Info, pic, and coordinates in email.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 8/17/2018 11:30 AM
I was first responder on scene to a bike crash for a 72 year old male participant in the adventure cycling association ride. I assessed the patient, called for EMS, and continued patient assessment. Transported to AVH. Report written.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Found resource damage 8/17/2018 10:00 AM
1557 and myself located a yard waste dump near 4th and Midland Trail, on City open space. After matching multiple pieces from the pile with plants at 431 W Hopkins, we contacted homeowner. HO was thankful for the call and promised have landscaper remove and cease dumping.
8139 Smuggler Mountain Road Lost and Found 8/16/2018 3:45 PM
Turned in an abandoned bike to the SO. It had been laying in the grass near the sidewalk on Silverlode for a couple days.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/16/2018 1:45 PM
Contacted Gina Murdock and her black poodle on Hunter Creek DOL. polite and compliant was not aware of the regulations. Educated on the busy nature of the trail and wildlife in the area. First contact. VW
8135 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 8/16/2018 1:30 PM
Pink-tagged green Explorer with temp tags and “for sale” sign (belongs to James Hoge or Jeffrey Nitz) and silver 4Runner (belongs to Troy Stiles) parked in OST-section of Prince of Peace Lot since at least 8/9. I emailed APD, as they’ve helped us get vehicles voluntarily removed from this lot in the past.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 8/16/2018 12:30 PM
Two permitted cars parked in lot.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 8/16/2018 12:30 PM
Two permitted cars parked in lot.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 8/16/2018 12:00 PM
Chatted with naturalists about odd encounters they’ve had with several different men at Wildwood in the past. I patrolled North Gate for a while in attempt to locate. “Merlin” has been parked in the North Lot daily, and he quickly moved after seeing me in the area.
8135 Stein Trail Written Warning 8/16/2018 10:30 AM
Contacted Tripp Freeman for his dog “Tucker” off leash on Stein trail. Knows the rules. Friendly. WW.
8139 Open Space & Trails Ticket Follow-up 8/16/2018 8:45 AM
Submitted Lauren Kay's citation (#2017) to court.
8136 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 8/15/2018 1:00 PM
4 permitted cars in the lot.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 8/15/2018 9:30 AM
Pink tagged green DIY camper truck. Plate co 003 ZSJ. Tried to contact. No one responded. Also, north gate lot was trashed, dog poop etc.... Brian, owner of the DIY camper called me back, he is a city of aspen employee, very aware of no camping regulations. He was carpooling to climb up the pass.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Issued verbal warning 8/15/2018 9:30 AM
First warning, verbal, to Mary Conover on Maroon Creek Trail. Claimed bad back therefore she couldn't use a leash.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Found resource damage 8/15/2018 9:30 AM
Water still running down trail under tiehack bridge, will pass onto Brian Long for a permanent off-season repair.
1559 Parks Office Found resource damage 8/15/2018 7:00 AM
Ordered more Archery range covers from Morell Targets for archery season practice.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 8/14/2018 5:30 PM
15 responded to code violation - male drinking and smoking on Stein 69.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 8/14/2018 5:00 PM
Assisted 1557, 1559, 8137 in cleaning up abandoned tent upstream of Grindley Bridge.
1559 Meadows Open Space Called to scene 8/14/2018 4:45 PM
Took call from 111 about a tent below Meadows, upstream from Grindley Bridge. Rangers had previously tagged and it appears abandoned. 8135, 8137, 1557, and myself on tent and toilet paper clean up, yummy.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 8/14/2018 3:30 PM
2 DOL w/ Jessica Hollinger while sitting at bench near HCT turn off (shady lane). Slow to leash the dogs but cooperative, friendly. Lecture on regs, dol areas etc. She seemed very indifferent with the info. First contact. VW.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 8/14/2018 1:30 PM
The naturalist were visited by Troy Stiles on 8/14/18. We talked about his history and calling dispatch if he shows up again or is threatening.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 8/14/2018 12:30 PM
Five RFC cars parked with permit. I tagged the silver Chevy Silverado (co/024-pvx). Last warning.
8135 Sheriff's Office Ticket Follow-up 8/14/2018 12:30 PM
It sounds like Antonia Cooper may have turned herself into the jail on a FTA warrant for an unpaid OST ticket.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 8/14/2018 12:00 PM
Found and Evicted 3 young adults trying to campout in Marolt OS, w/ 114 and 111. They were only there an hour before they got called in.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/14/2018 10:45 AM
Picked up three 30 hole posts that had been placed across the prince creek trail. It looked like someone had placed them there to cause an accident.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Issued citation 8/14/2018 10:00 AM
Ticketed Betsy Sheridan for DOL at E side of Tiehack Bridge. Betsy has had multiple verbals and writtens and a citation from Feder in 2013. Betsy promptly handed the ticket to her assistant and instructed payment...
8135 Open Space & Trails Ticket Follow-up 8/14/2018 8:30 AM
Attempted courtesy call to J. Uzcategui and R. Morley (both cited at Penny Hot Springs). It was unclear if either number belonged to the men, and I didn’t get an answer. Rangers, if you see either man at the springs, please notify them their tickets will be submitted to court if they don’t contact me ASAP.
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 8/14/2018 8:30 AM
Filed theft report with 20 regarding stolen wildlife camera at wildlife underpass on Emma Open Space. This theft comes on the heels of other thefts and acts of vandalism against County property in that area. 8137 and 20 made a visit to the scene today. Janet and I are devising a plan to catch the thief...
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 8/13/2018 3:30 PM
OST Maintenance Crew caught an off-leash boxer wandering McClain Flats Rd and RGT. Word in the neighborhood is the dog belongs to Bisque Cyr-Jackson, a local vet who lives nearby and would be due for a $1000 fine (I ticketed her in 2015 for $500, and she was fairly confrontational). OST crew turned dog over to a neighbor. I asked them to pass along word that future issues with the dog will result in a ticket.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 8/13/2018 1:30 PM
5 permitted RFC cars in AK TH. I believe one truck, CO: 024-PVX, also belongs to an employee, but I couldn’t find it on any permit list (I tagged it awhile back according to RM, so it's likely a staff car).
8135 Glassier Open Space Trails 8/13/2018 1:00 PM
Ran into RFTA trails staff on RGT @ Glassier. Apparently, Ted and Paul have given RFTA permission to stage a water trailer and several goat herder campers for a goat grazing operation. I gave RFTA the code to the red gate across from the homestead. I followed up with Paul Holsinger, and it turns out RFTA jumped the gun. They don't have permission to use the property yet... but I suppose they will soon enough.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 8/13/2018 11:30 AM
Responded to bike crash on RGT 1/4 mile up valley from BHS. Directed BFD to best access (Wingo). Approx. 70yo male. Abdominal trauma. Possible head injury. No LOC. Pt possibly swerved off trail and into gravel - it was his second crash on Open Space this summer. He crashed a few weeks ago on the Crystal Trail, but didn’t require Ambi. Pt transported to AVH by BFD.
8135 Chapparal Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/13/2018 9:30 AM
Took call from Sean Taylor regarding possible violations of Chaparral Ranch public easement - signage and public route delineated on the side-hill. I forwarded complaint with photos to GT. GT is working on the issue with the County Attorney.
8135 Glassier Open Space Trails 8/13/2018 9:30 AM
Took call from Lucy Cerise - cows will be coming down off the Crown over the next few days. Lucy texted to say cows were "back home" by 1500 hrs.
8139 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 8/12/2018 6:00 PM
Pink tagged a grey Novara Buzz bicycle that has been parked on the fence on the eastern end of the lower parking lot. It's been parked in that location for a week.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 8/12/2018 12:30 PM
I responded to a bike crash at mm 29.5 on the middle rio. 71 yr old female shoulder dislocation. Ambulance was on scene first, 63 also responded. I transported two bikes to riverside grill. Patient was transported to AVH. No trail issues.
8139 Smuggler Mountain Open Space E-bike Contact 8/12/2018 12:00 AM
Encountered a gentleman on an e-bike at the intersection of Tootsie roll and Lollipop. He had rented the bike from Aspen Bikes and was told that “pedal assist not throttle” e-bikes were allowed on single track. We talked about the regulations and areas where he could ride the e-bike. Followed up by going to the Aspen Bikes shop to make sure they were giving the correct information to people renting e-Bikes. The shop employees were adamant that they do not tell people they can ride single track. Offered more brochures if they needed.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 8/11/2018 5:15 PM
Green DIY camper truck parked in North Lot. Please check back tomorrow and make sure it isn’t staying overnight. CO: 004-ZSJ
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 8/11/2018 5:00 PM
Met up with ACES natties and had a good conversation about conflict deescalation and answered questions related to the confrontational contact at South Gate earlier this month.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 8/11/2018 5:00 PM
Educational contact with 10-12 college-age girls and one adult with inner tubes on a sandbar mid-river below South Gate. Educated them on amplified music, glass (turned out to be a green plastic wine bottle - go Trader Joe’s), and designated river accesses. Contact came out of an ACES naturalist complaint - I had one nattie join me to observe contact.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/11/2018 5:00 PM
Written Warning: Carley Ann Ochs of Florida for glass on the Beach. Very cooperative, large group that immediately removed glass bottles. Lectured about dangers of broken glass and made it a warning. The group understands next contact will be a ticket (white F150, CO: VJQ-827, RO is “Kyle” out of Denver, CO). Contact came out of an ACES complaint - naturalist was too uncomfortable to contact them.
8139 Smuggler Mountain Open Space E-bike Contact 8/11/2018 2:00 PM
Encountered a gentleman on an e-bike at the intersection of Tootsie roll and Lollipop. He had rented the bike from Aspen Bikes and was told that “pedal assist not throttle” e-bikes were allowed on single track. We talked about the regulations and areas where he could ride the e-bike. Followed up by going to the Aspen Bikes shop to make sure they were giving the correct information to people renting e-Bikes.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/11/2018 2:00 PM
Amplified music contact at Stillwater bridge.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 8/11/2018 1:30 PM
7 permitted RFC cars in lot.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 8/11/2018 1:30 PM
Educational contact with 50s-60s yo male in tie-dye and jean shorts, “Ben,” on river-right beach in JHS. Educated on requirement to stay on trail. Friendly.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 8/11/2018 1:30 PM
Responded to ACES complaint of tubers floating down from Wildwood. While not strictly legal at low water, it isn’t against code. UTL.
8135 Roaring Fork River Special Event 8/11/2018 12:00 PM
Visited the grand opening of RFC’s new river center in Basalt. Helped with outreach.
8135 Koch Open Space Parking 8/11/2018 11:00 AM
Pink-tagged Audi sedan (CO:XQZ-649) parked in front of “No Parking” sign on Koch OS (LWR River Rd. Mile 4).
8135 Castle Creek Trail Maintenance 8/11/2018 9:00 AM
Met with CCVRHOA at Congo Trailhead to resolve contradictory signage issue.
8135 Moore Open Space Parking 8/11/2018 8:30 AM
Troy Stiles (silver 4Runner, “Repent”) is parked in Prince of Peace Chapel Lot (OST). If parked overnight, follow up with APD.
1559 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Everything great 8/11/2018 8:00 AM
Saturday Market Booth with Ian Gray and APD; talking about wildfire preparation.
8139 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 8/10/2018 5:00 PM
Finished the two remaining bike registrations and put CO2 canisters into each bike pouch. Also moved the lube and tire sealant into the green five gallon bucket next to the bike rack. All the bike stuff should now be near the bikes and out of the lock up
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/10/2018 10:30 AM
I contacted a man and his young daughter on the side of the Rio just above the Jaffey Park turn off. The young girl looked distressed. I introduced myself and asked if there was anything I could to to help. The father said no that his daughter was just dehydrated and they were going to bike down to Jaffey park and get a ride. I asked if they had water and if his daughter had eaten or drank anything lately. He said they ate and had water. He seemed to not really be interested in me hanging around asking questions so I asked if it would be alright if I hung around for awhile while they wait. I kept an eye on them, the daughter looked sick and tired. Their ride showed up at Jaffey and I cleared.
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Installed signage 8/10/2018 8:00 AM
Prepared Backcountry Marathon course for race on Saturday. Cut out downed trees and directed course markers.
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 8/09/2018 4:00 PM
I filled out a few of the bike registrations. Nacho, Walter, Belle, lux Ebike. I left the rest on the glass desk to be filled out and returned to aspen PD.
8136 Open Space & Trails E-bike Contact 8/09/2018 4:00 PM
FYI the grey Ebike went for 32.40 miles and 2 hours on one full charge. Emma to brush/Owl/Cemetery lane/ranger station. It died as I pulled into the ranger station!
8136 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 8/09/2018 1:00 PM
11 cars with permits displayed. 2 other vehicles I believe may be associated with RFC as well.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 8/08/2018 3:45 PM
I contacted Nat Putnam biking with his dog "Sage" off leash on the upper Rio Grande Trail. He was unaware of regulation. Friendly, compliant, first contact. Frequently floats NS, seems to be very aware of regulations there!
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 8/08/2018 3:30 PM
Acquired bicycle registration cards from Aspen PD. I will fill out the forms for all 6 bikes and return to the PD tomorrow. There are stickers in the office to be placed on the bikes stating, 'Warning- Registered with Aspen Police Department.'
8136 Open Space Properties Patrol/Outreach 8/08/2018 2:00 PM
Visited new OST office. County Clerk asked for some leashes and PitOutside cards. I got a bunch of both from the truck and delivered them.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 8/08/2018 12:30 PM
12 cars displaying RFC permits in AK lot. A 13th car almost certainly belongs to an RFC employee. Left message for Vessy (RFC).
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/08/2018 12:00 PM
Provided basic first aid for 9yo female with minor abrasions to left knee, right shoulder, finger, and lip. She had fallen off her bike at mm36.5 RGT and into the brush off trail. No hazards present.
8137 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 8/08/2018 10:30 AM
I contacted Emily Post with her dog Toby off leash on Stein Trail. Very friendly and compliant. Pleasant first contact. Verbal warning.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Parking 8/08/2018 8:30 AM
Tagged and later spoke with owner of white RAV4 (CO:326-VUS) parked in ROW near Handy Drive. Directed to use Bullpen. Vehicle reported in complaint from R&B. Vehicle was blocking staging area for road repairs. Owner said she would bike from Bullpen in future and run with her dog from Handy onwards. I also noticed her of dog leash reg.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Mutual Aid 8/08/2018 8:30 AM
Woke up and educated man sleeping in hatchback car in ROW of Prince Creek Rd. at request of R&B and PCSO. PN: KKE-885. Man works at Iron Bridge. P.S. We don’t have authority to ticket for ROW parking (excluding Smug).
8135 Glassier Open Space Trails 8/07/2018 6:00 PM
Per a Basalt PD, the Glassier bike counter is full of wasps. Beware!
8135 Administration Special Event 8/07/2018 5:00 PM
Worked a table with 8137 at the Basalt National Night Out public safety outreach event. Great turnout. Lots of enthusiastic kids wanting to win OST hats.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 8/07/2018 4:30 PM
Took report from ACES natty, Jeron, of group drinking and hanging out on river right beach near North Lot. All OST rangers were down valley, but 1557 was able to respond. UTL.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 8/07/2018 3:00 PM
Biked up Cozyline and met Brian Buell - the new seasonal trails technician - and a RFOV/RMYC crew clearing sight lines. The trail looked good on the descent!
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Accident/Rescue 8/07/2018 12:30 PM
Responded to medical call at Wildwood Lane with 8137. Deputy Voss and 910 arrived on scene first. Approx 40yo female with compound-fractured wrist from SUP board fall. ACES natties had tried to call us, but didn’t have cell reception. Pt was transported by ambi to AVH.
8135 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 8/07/2018 11:00 AM
Verbal Warning: Bonnie Bering for DOL (white lab) on Stein Trail. Mother, Karen Bering, was present with a leashed dog and has been warned before. Karen Bering initially deflected the question when I asked for her name, told me to give her a ticket, and asked for the warning to go to her daughter. I educated about pet-wildlife safety and referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/06/2018 1:30 PM
E-bike patrolled from Basalt to Aspen, and then back-and-forth from town to Stein Park, and still had three bars of power.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/06/2018 12:00 PM
DOL w/ Maggie Cwiertnia near HC boardwalk. Friendly and compliant tourist who was unaware of regs. Encouraged checking signage, referred to DOL areas, PitOutside, and VW.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/06/2018 12:00 PM
Contacted “Hunter” smoking a cigarette near the river. Informed him of fire restrictions and fine associated with smoking outdoors. VW.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/06/2018 12:00 PM
Contacted group of young boys with amplified rap music. VW.
8135 Emma Homestead Patrol/Outreach 8/06/2018 11:30 AM
Found front door of Mather House unlocked. Retrieved key and locked door. Returned historic Emma Store sign
8135 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 8/06/2018 11:30 AM
Dropped off 107 at Hi Tone Auto Body - it will be out of service for at least a week.
8135 Open Space & Trails Ticket Follow-up 8/06/2018 9:00 AM
Deposited Skinner citation payment.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/05/2018 5:00 PM
After talking with 8138 I decided to check out Northstar for two women at south gate whom she had spoken to about not bringing their dog into the preserve. When I arrived two ACES Naturalists were at south gate. I identified the two ladies that 8138 had talked to. They were in a silver Mercedes SUV (CO/BZV279). The Naturalists, Patrick and Brea, went to talk to the ladies who looked like they still planned on entering the river with their dog from south gate. Patrick came back over to me and informed me that it seemed like they were still going to go. At this point I decided not to wait in my car and ticket them when they entered, but to confront them before they went in. When I got there they were visibly angry and one of the ladies was taking it out on the Naturalists. I moved in to take the heat. Many aggressive words were spoken about Open Space and police officers. The lady, who did not give her name said she was a long time local and that tourists have messed up everything. She asked questions like, "how much money is Pitkin county spending on rangers right now?" I let her know that she was currently only yelling at one ranger and two ACES employees. She apologized to them..ish. Everyone besides the one lady stayed calm and let her wind her concerns. she deflated her tube and sped off. Patrick informed me that before they talked to her she had stuck her dog in the cooler and shut the lid to hide the dog. He also let me know they had lawn chairs and glass bottles. Pleasant contact.
8139 Glassier Open Space Trails 8/05/2018 12:00 PM
Busiest day I've seen on glassier with lots of bikers enjoying the brown pow after the rain showers. Everyone was stoked !
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/05/2018 11:45 AM
I contacted Vanessa Adam with her golden retriever Nell off leash on the Hunter Creek trail. Husband is Karl Adam, I think her real name is Victoria, husband lied for her to get out of a ticket. Second contact. Would have been a written warning, so next contact should be a ticket.
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 8/05/2018 10:45 AM
5 permitted cars in the lotn. Spoke to one male that was headed to RFC for work. Asked if he went for a hike before work could he park his car while he went to work. I informed him that it was for people using the trail while they were hiking, but he was welcome to get a permit and park in the designated area because they were below their allotted 10 cars. He decided to park elsewhere
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 8/04/2018 5:00 PM
Responded to multiple complaints about a bear on the Rio down from Stein Park. When I got there many people were stopped taking pictures and not letting it be a bear. It was a Young bear. I had everyone move away and continue on but the bear refused to leave. It started blocking bike traffic by hanging out in the middle of the Rio. I had 8139 bring her truck down but the bear had moved. I noted another small bear in the area, as well. The hardest part was crowd management.
8137 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 8/04/2018 3:30 PM
6 permitted cars parked in the arbany kittle lot.
8137 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 8/03/2018 4:30 PM
As earlier noted, I noticed the silver Jeep with hell n back outfitters again. I spoke to the guide, and he said he was guiding for aspen fly fishing.
8137 Administration Maintenance 8/03/2018 3:45 PM
I purchased gorilla glue, Velcro, and two locks for the counters.
8137 Administration Ticket Follow-up 8/03/2018 2:15 PM
Weston Boyles ticked has been paid and deposited at the treasurers. I have updated the report and database.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 8/03/2018 2:00 PM
Spoke with Sarah Rawley from the Yeti event. I updated the special event report to note the warning given to Yeti about not getting all of their flagging down within the 24 hour period.
8137 Administration Maintenance 8/03/2018 9:30 AM
I picked up the bike pump from lock up, and will leave it in garage with bikes.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/02/2018 3:30 PM
Contacted Kelly's Cupp and her dog Chomper on hunter creek trail. Unaware of the leash regulations on the trail but did have an e-leash and two physical leashes with her. Informed her of where the regulations start and that Smuggler is voice/sight command but hunter we require a physical leash because of traffic and wildlife. Compliant and polite. First contact. VW
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 8/02/2018 2:45 PM
Responded to a call that Pryce had taken about a family stuck on the river near James H. Smith. They were unable to go any farther because two moose were blocking their way. I arrived and tried to get the (now two) families to walk through the closure with me and put back on the river on the other side of the meander where they would be well ahead of the two moose. They were not having it and the kids were terrified. I ended up driving the families in shifts from James H. Smith to South gate. I called their rental company and had them meet them there. The families did not have phones on them, nor did the vast majority of them have shoes. The Aces Naturalist did a nice job trying to deter them and get them to put in at South Gate. Good example of why South Gate is the better put in at this time of year!
8135 Administration Written Warning 8/02/2018 1:00 PM
Wrote out a warning for Sarah Rawley from the Yeti special event over last weekend. They had failed to get all of their signs down within the 24 hour period agreed on with their permit. Sarah was super cooperative and sincere. I will be meeting with her tomorrow to deliver her warning. WW.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Penalty Assessment 8/02/2018 12:00 PM
Wrote a citation to a Paul Baillargaon. Paul had left his white Eagle Talon (co/VBS3441) parked on the beginning of Brush Creek Trail across from the intercept lot. He was blocking most of the trail. I'm not sure what the story was completely, Paul was not there. We'll need to monitor tomorrow and see if it is moved. I left the citation with his vehicle.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Double w/other officer 8/02/2018 12:00 PM
1557 and myself attending joint Open Space Board meeting at fire house.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 8/02/2018 9:30 AM
Attempted to contact a sleeper SW of the Marolt Museum in an obvious tent location. Tent unoccupied; gave 24 hrs for removal due to proximity.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 8/02/2018 9:30 AM
Tagged the belongings of Kevin Rutter for removal from the "neighborhood" within 24 hrs. 129, who sees him regularly is going to pass the message along directly.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 8/01/2018 3:00 PM
Took call from Dispatch. Called John Zissman (Sp?) regarding using a “one wheel” on RGT. I informed John the one wheel, as a purely electric-powered device without pedaling required, wouldn’t qualify as a Class 1 E-bike and would be prohibited. John will be up for a conference and wants to ride from Aspen to Basalt on a one-wheel, as he has a hurt rib. I informed John he could receive a $100 fine.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 8/01/2018 3:00 PM
Took call from Steven Redmond, a produce interested in filming a small music video at Stillwater. I explained prohibition on commercial activity (excluding permitted outfitters), but I acknowledged there is precedent for a photoshoot on the bridge/trail itself. I referred Redmond to Janet and our permit page.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/01/2018 12:45 PM
I contacted Liz Cree with her two dogs off leash on the Hunter Creek Trail. First contact. VW
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Issued citation 8/01/2018 12:00 PM
Cited Ajax Adventure Camp for use of Park w/ 30 kids unpermitted. Hopefully this will help them along in obtaining their permits.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 8/01/2018 11:45 AM
The cinnamon bear was on the hunter creek trail below Benedict bridge. Being a bear.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 8/01/2018 10:00 AM
9 permitted RFC cars in AK lot.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Dog Offense 8/01/2018 10:00 AM
Educational contact with two women with two dogs just beyond voice and sight control on lower AK Trail. Dogs ran into ditch while owners were out of eyesight. I educated them about past coyote vs. dog encounters.
1559 Campus/Moore Properties Followed-up on issue 8/01/2018 8:30 AM
Inspected site of bad bike accident from Sunday (7/29). Indeed a hazardous spot; trail crew has since covered crack in trail with asphalt until final repair can be done.
1559 Marolt Open Space Followed-up on issue 8/01/2018 8:00 AM
Collected the remaining chairs, sign, etc left from "Jam Beach" at Thomas Pond
8135 Penny Hot Springs Illegal Camping 8/01/2018 8:00 AM
Located a large, messy camp on the riverbank at Penny Hot Springs. I documented large amounts of garbage and abandoned camping equipment. I requested 20 respond, and we contacted and interviewed three sleepers in the parking area - all denied leaving possessions or trash near the river. All reported a party the previous night (that they avoided) and one described an older male as the leader of the group. 20 and I moved them all along after educating about the “no camping within 1/4 of Crystal River” USFS rule.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penalty Assessment 8/01/2018 8:00 AM
Cited Randal Morley of Montrose and Jairam Uzcategui of Florida for littering. $100 x 2. Issued each a written warning for camping. 20 and I identified Morley by pill bottles left lying out in camp. Morley and Uzcategui subsequently arrived and identified themselves as the owners of the camp items. 144 reported recent run ins with Morley, and promised to relay info to 20. 20 and I lectured the two about camping, littering, fire ban violations, and watershed health. 20 stayed on scene to make sure all trash was removed.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/01/2018 7:00 AM
Started early to check on Bullpen Lot - no sign of camping, just several cars of before-work riders.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road E-bike Contact 7/31/2018 5:00 PM
Biked up to the observation deck in 9min33sec. Foreigners cheered as I arrived to the top. They must not have understood I was on an Ebike.
8136 City of Aspen Open Space Accident/Rescue 7/31/2018 12:00 PM
Responded to bike accident on the bike path near the chapel on Maroon Creek Rd. Medics, Aspen PD, and 1557 arrived before me. Assisted with trail user traffic.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 7/31/2018 10:30 AM
Sent email at GT’s request to all NSP outfitters requesting they stop using Wildwood put-in until water levels rise to prevent further conflict with private landowners. Rangers - please outreach guides and shuttle drivers to this extent.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Whitewater 7/31/2018 10:30 AM
Spoke with Lange of EME regarding my request for outfitters to stop using Wildwood. I clarified to Lange that the closure isn’t mandatory (unless Kelly Wood decides it should be). EME has multiple upcoming scheduled trips and sees South Gate as a poor option for a put-in not worth using. I explained need to avoid conflict with landowners, and I explained the possible consequences if a company were to trespass on private property. I also clarified to Lange that JHS is not an acceptable put-in or take-out (we will definitely ticket guides using it as such). Lange later reported there was only one location too shallow for SUP boards on USFS land immediately below Wildwood, and he indicated EME would take their chances and act responsibly.
8135 Administration Special Event 7/31/2018 8:00 AM
Happy World Ranger Day!
8135 Administration Special Event 7/30/2018 6:00 PM
Received four demo E-bikes and assembled one for some fun!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/30/2018 3:00 PM
Led NSP guide orientation for Aspen Adventures. Seem like nice guys.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/30/2018 1:30 PM
Responded to code call for male injured in bike accident and possibly unconscious on Owl Creek Trail near Res Barn. 03, Aspen Ambi, and Snowmass Fire beat me to the scene. No obvious hazards. Pt transported to AVH. I transported Pt’s bike to rental shop.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Fire 7/30/2018 12:30 PM
Inspected small firefighter city (campground, parking lot, mess hall, etc.) set up on Grace-Shehi OS and sent photos to Ted. We will likely need to reseed after this is all over. As I predicted, the use was cleared with GT and subject to a land use agreement of some sort.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 7/30/2018 12:00 PM
10 permitted RFC cars in AK TH Lot. I educated and turned away an 11th employee, and emailed the permit holder. GT has given me permission to cancel the permit if they continue to violate the terms. Please document observations on the lot.
8136 East of Aspen Trail Accident/Rescue 7/30/2018 10:15 AM
Dispatch aired a medical call to Highway 82 and Mcskimming on the bike path. Unconscious male involved in bike accident. I attempted to respond from SM rodeo lot and cleared when medics and law quickly got on scene and received a patient refusal. The patient was ETOH and was transported to detox by 144 and 143.
8135 Administration E-bike Contact 7/30/2018 10:00 AM
Rangers, to clarify - people with a "mobility impairment" are allowed to use a Class 1 or 2 E-bike (throttle) or similar device on paved/crusher-fine trails. The law reads: Motorized wheel chairs are allowed under OPDMD and national ADA access laws. The OPDMD Management Plan allows devices that meet the following criteria (if an individual is mobility impaired): Mobility Devices used on trails designated as Restricted must fit the following design requirements: less than 32” wide, design speed of 20mph or less, must be electrically powered, vehicle weight of 60lbs or less (not including the weight of rider). Please follow the OPDMD SOP we trained on this spring (i.e. do not ask someone what kind of disability they have, etc.). Do not advertise or "feed" people a line about the exception to the E-bike regulations (this is how we had so many E-bikes on the trails even when they were prohibited). Class 3 E-bikes (28mph) are still prohibited, even under the ADA, and all OPDMD are prohibited on single-track.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/30/2018 9:00 AM
Took call from father of woman with cerebral-palsy. I fielded questions regarding OPDMD and confirmed his daughter was permitted to operate a Class 2 E-bike on RGT.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/29/2018 3:45 PM
There were two moose near Stillwater bridge that caused a serious commotion and traffic jam on the river!
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 7/29/2018 2:30 PM
Cleared some trees that had fallen across the trail in the storm yesterday. 8138 got to use the chainsaw !
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 7/29/2018 2:15 PM
I moved one of the cyclist announce and slow before passing sandwich boards from near stein to the top of rio near shady lane access!
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/29/2018 2:00 PM
Assisted “Jennifer” with finding her car (at North Gate). Jennifer was not prepared for the rain and became turned-around when she got out at South Gate.
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/29/2018 1:30 PM
13 RFC permits displayed. One car parked along the outside in the same area as the other employee cars is not on the lists of cars given by RFC. CO 723-XKS black ford edcape
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/29/2018 1:30 PM
After three consecutive days of parking at AK trail head. I pink tagged the black Lexus OHY-505 saying parking was reserved for trail users only and to park at the club if visiting RFC.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/29/2018 1:30 PM
Service dog on leash at the NS Beach.
8137 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 7/29/2018 12:15 PM
I noticed a silver Jeep with company name hell n back outfitters pulling out of Jaffee today. This is a company out of Texas. The license plate is also outdo Texas. I'm not sure if they are running guided trips, but keep an eye out!
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/29/2018 11:30 AM
DOL near private drive crossing upper hct. Tourist, Friendly, compliant. Familiar with voice and sight on smug but not regs on hct. VW.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/28/2018 4:30 PM
I noticed an unattended dog near the river at James H Smith trail. I looked for the owners, but did not see anyone. I leashed the dog (Pepita). I called the number on the tag, and left a message for Molly. Molly Podmore called back, and explained a friend, Weston Boyles was watching her dog. I met Boyles at North gate, and issued him a citation.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 7/28/2018 1:30 PM
I monitored the Yeti Tribe Gathering today on Smuggler man. Road, BTS, lollipop, Iowa Shaft, Hummingbird, and Hunter creek Trail. Low impact. We will need to go back and monitor signage clean up. Fun event, people seemed stoked to ride our awesome trails.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/28/2018 12:00 PM
Educational contact at North Star beach. Contacted A group with lawn chairs. They were nice but confused. Awkward contact.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/28/2018 12:00 PM
Several folks saw 2 bears on HC near Benedict bridge. They were warning everyone they passed on the trail. Made for excellent leash compliance!
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/28/2018 10:30 AM
Slow day. 3 permits displayed. One car I suspect is someone from the club- parked on the perimeter cloest to the shortcut over to the club when there's lots of parking in the lot. CO DHY-505. The plate isn't one of the permitted cars from the list was sent by the Vesela from RFC
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/27/2018 4:30 PM
I noticed a dog at South Gate, I contacted Zeppelin Zeerip with his dog Makoa in the Northstar preserve. He did not read the sign, first contact, friendly, citation.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Dog off leash - education contact 7/27/2018 2:00 PM
8137 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/27/2018 12:45 PM
There were 11 parking permits displayed, and still more cars in question.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/27/2018 12:30 PM
Contacted Fabiana Burbano and her two dogs DOL. admitted to seeing the leashes at the top of hunter creek but didn't read the sign. Educated her on the narrow trail and popularity of it and why dogs are required to be leashed. Compliant and polite. First contact. VW
8137 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/27/2018 11:30 AM
There were 10 parking permits displayed. There were 13 vehicles total, all parked on the north west side. It is so smoky that I can't imagine anyone is hiking today. Also noticed a black Lexus license plate Colorado dog paw OHY 505. That I think is using the parking lot to access the club, not an employee. I talked to her once before.....I think.
8139 Stein Park (AVLT) Patrol/Outreach 7/27/2018 8:15 AM
Had a very interesting conversation with a gentleman about "vanity and greed" in regards to power. The gentleman drives a silver four runner with "REPENT" sticker on the back CO 322 WOS. I guess this is Troy Stiles. He was parked in the 30 minute loading zone of stein park, I believe overnight. Said his car battery died and he "fell asleep in the shade". Based on prior passdown reports ( 8135 noted to need for have SO present while contacting) choose not to contact him regarding overnight parking and choose to let him jump his car and be on his way. Weird overall.
8139 James H. Smith Open Space Parking 7/26/2018 2:45 PM
Pink tagged a silver older style "Aero" moped (no license plate) for parking at the James H Smith gate under the no parking anytime sign.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/26/2018 2:45 PM
Contacted Lauren Kay and her dog Chi Chi at the beach. She was polite but I informed her that we strictly enforce no dogs in the preserve and that hey had walked by 2 signs saying no dogs.
1559 Campus/Moore Properties Dog off leash - education contact 7/26/2018 1:00 PM
1559 Meadows Open Space Campsite found/evicted 7/26/2018 11:45 AM
Tagged Red Tent on southside of the river up stream from Ginley Bridge. Brought to attention by 8139; Thanks for the heads up.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Followed-up on issue 7/26/2018 10:15 AM
Cleared branches from line of sight on Cem Ln. mirror.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/26/2018 9:00 AM
8 permitted cars in lot.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Followed-up on issue 7/26/2018 8:00 AM
Construction crew started work on wrong end of trail. Had to rework trail detour/ closure.
1559 Marolt Open Space Everything great 7/25/2018 5:30 PM
Lixiviation Plant Interp evening and Bergman trail tour.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/25/2018 2:30 PM
Assisted group of cyclists in transporting rental bikes from Stein Park to Highlands after minor accident. 77/76 gave the group a ride home.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 7/25/2018 2:00 PM
Visited 11 of Aspen’s bike shops with 1558 to field questions about regulations, drop off a bike etiquette “cheat sheet” for staff, and hand out OST ebike brochures. Exhausting, but generated a lot of good conversation.
8135 Open Space Properties E-bike Contact 7/25/2018 10:30 AM
4 E-bikes were shipped today for us to demo (3 E3 Peak DS E-MTB and one Lore iE class 3 E-MTB). I’ve also spoke with QuietKat regarding a possible winter E-Fatbike demo.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 7/25/2018 9:45 AM
Patrick, one of the property managers at hunter creek told me we can park in the new lot next to the bus stop!
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 7/25/2018 9:00 AM
7 permitted cars in RFC Lot.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Fire 7/25/2018 8:30 AM
Grace-Shehi Bike Park is closed off by Lake Christine Fire HQ tents, equipment, etc. Lots of firefighters “squatting” in BHS area.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/24/2018 8:15 PM
Checked the bullpen parking area just after 2000 hours. No signs of campers but there were 10 vehicles parked for biking. This trail is popular after our work hours.
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Photography 7/24/2018 3:00 PM
Photo of Hummingbird Lode to Mitzi Rapkin, for facebook/gram
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 7/24/2018 3:00 PM
Responded to call regarding folks gathering and possibly harassing moose in the waterway near difficult campground. UTL. Left message with RP “Jesse” 9703798113.
8135 Administration Penny Hot Springs 7/24/2018 2:00 PM
Submitted citation to the courts for Natalie Noakes.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 7/24/2018 11:15 AM
8135 & 8136 responded to an accident at mm 25.5 on the Rio for a 70 year old man who lost consciousness and had facial lacerations. Deputies 76, 77 and Basalt fire were first on scene. According to witness the patient hit a rock and went down. Rangers assisted with traffic control and transported patients bike to Basalt Bike and Ski for the patient to pick up later. The patient was transported to AVH by Basalt fire.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 7/24/2018 8:00 AM
Assembled ice cream trike for environmental health. Looks delicious!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 7/23/2018 12:30 PM
Responded to bike crash on RGT @ Mile 27.5 (Dart). 73yo Male, A&Ox3. Facial and extremity abrasions. I stood down when law and BFD beat me to the scene while stuck in traffic.
8135 Open Space Properties Parking 7/23/2018 12:00 PM
Blue Suburban from Koch OS pullout has been moved. R&B may post a "no parking" sign there soon.
8135 Roaring Fork River Mutual Aid 7/23/2018 10:30 AM
Notified Kurtis Tesch (CPW) of men building a 15-20’ long x 3-4’ high dam of boulders in the Roaring Fork River at a residence on Woods Rd (upstream of WC). Tesch determined this was illegal and responded quickly.
8136 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Accident/Rescue 7/23/2018 10:30 AM
12y/o male fell off skateboard near roaring fork club west of arbaney kittle TH. Small abrasions on right knee and left elbow. Basic first aid -Cleaned, bandage etc.
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 7/23/2018 9:30 AM
Educational contact with hiker walking two leashed dogs and one unleashed dog in Jaffee Park on her way to the trail. Educated about leash and waste codes.
8136 Open Space & Trails E-bike Contact 7/22/2018 7:00 PM
New E-bike brochures have a typo.. "Single Tack Trails" :(
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 7/22/2018 5:15 PM
FOS to an 82 m, A+Ox4 with lacs on forehead and right arm from a fall while walking. 142 and 114 showed up shortly after and gentleman was transported to AVH by medics.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Maintenance 7/22/2018 5:00 PM
The fence at Beach Gate had fallen down. I attempted to fix it in the field without tools. It is currently standing but not very sturdy. I have forwarded info to Bill and Ted for repair.
8136 James H. Smith Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/22/2018 4:30 PM
Group of 9 with amplified music needed a bit of education on preserve etiquette and regs. VW.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/22/2018 3:30 PM
Anonymous hiker would like us to require horses to wear diapers on the trails.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/22/2018 2:30 PM
I contacted Brad who has been day parking at the north gate of Northstar. He is driving a old beat up green camper van. We had a friendly chat. He is an avid tobacco smoker, he loves it. We talked about the fire ban regulations, and smoking in the vehicle.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 7/22/2018 12:45 PM
I contacted Carson Brooks on the east of aspen trail with his dog Ryder off leash. From Denver, first contact, verbal warning. .
8136 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 7/22/2018 12:30 PM
The rear brakes on Belle are very squishy. It is nearly touching the handle bar when applied.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/22/2018 12:00 PM
Floating provided much opportunity for outreach and education. For the most part everyone was compliant with a few people eddying out. Picked up a fair amount of trash (flip flop, beer cans, some glass etc). And saw the moose! He’s getting a pretty good set of antlers but still wasn’t phased by people floating through or taking photos.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/22/2018 11:00 AM
I contacted Candace Smith near the top of Hunter Creek trail with her dog Molly off leash. First contact, from San Francisco. Educated and gave info on Pitkin outside. Friendly compliant.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/22/2018 11:00 AM
I contacted Conner Banks on the hunter creek trail with his dogs off leash. From out of town, first contact. Educated and gave info on Pitkin outside.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/21/2018 5:45 PM
I contacted Ana Haverson with her dog Lola off leash on the hunter creek trail. First contact, compliant.
8136 Coke Ovens Park - Redstone Fire 7/21/2018 5:30 PM
Monitored a call Dispatch aired about a fire at Coke Ovens Park near Redstone. Battalion 8 and SO 10 responded. Battalion 8 was UTL and cleared before 10 arrived. Let’s check the area to look for a fire ring etc.
8137 James H. Smith Open Space Lost and Found 7/21/2018 3:00 PM
The aces naturalists texted saying there were abandoned tubes Above James h smith. I was walking up there and found six abandoned tubes in the closed area of James h. I deflated, 8139 helped me carry them out and she stored them in lock up. I did not leave a note, because it was in a closed area.
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/21/2018 12:45 PM
8 RFC permits displayed at 1245 on 7/21
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/21/2018 12:00 PM
Ran into two women who separated from their friend, “Megan” on HC cutoff. They were unable to reach her with poor cell service but figured Megan went straight rather than right at the meadow. I hiked down and found that she was back on the right track. Pointed her further in the correct direction.
1559 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/21/2018 11:30 AM
8139 Glassier Open Space Trash 7/21/2018 10:30 AM
Picked up the charcoal BBQ grill from the Glassier house. Put it into the lockup per 8135 instructions.
8139 Prince Creek Trail Signage 7/21/2018 9:00 AM
Posted 3 'No Overnight Parking' signs in the bullpen lot. Put up signs in the pull outs bikers had been using during construction alerting them to use the new lot and no longer use the pull outs.
1559 Smuggler Mountain Dog off leash - education contact 7/20/2018 2:45 PM
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Illegal Camping 7/20/2018 2:30 PM
Discovered two old camps off-trail on east side of Hunter Creek. The first was a collapsed tent full of moldy clothes, boots, and trash deeply buried in pine needles (the boot made me think “someone” was inside for a moment). The second was a bizarre, extensive treehouse structure 30’-40’ up in a giant pine tree. Tarps and other old trash are hanging in branches. It is unclear how one could safely scale the tree - the structure may be too dangerous to remove. It has walls, a floor, a shelf, etc. and is unoccupied. 1559 may recruit City forester to climb up. The collapsed tent will also be difficult to remove due to the amount of partially buried garbage and required stream crossing.
8135 Open Space & Trails Ticket Follow-up 7/20/2018 2:30 PM
Received $2000 payment for BTC fines.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/20/2018 1:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Amy Yank for tiny DOL (Pomeranian) on Benedict Bridge. Yank had just entered from Red Mtn Rd. and leashed when she saw me. I explained small dog was safer on leash. Very friendly. First warning.
8135 Coke Ovens Park - Redstone Accident/Rescue 7/20/2018 12:30 PM
Monitored radio traffic for fatal MVA in front of Coke Ovens OS. Single vehicle off road, possibly in river, near Redstone south bridge. (2) fatalities. (1) stable patient. Parking lot behind coke ovens was identified as LZ for Flight for Life. Pt was transported by Ambi.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 7/20/2018 11:00 AM
“For sale” vehicle is gone from WC TH.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/20/2018 10:45 AM
Contacted Laura Stovitz and her dog cash DOL. The leash was tied to the dog but she did not have physical control of the leash. I explained that she did have to have a hold of the leash and dragging it was not enough. She claimed they were "so close" to being near the sign she thought it would be ok. I again stressed the importance of maintaining control of the leash all the way throughout the trail. Compliant and polite. First contact. VW
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 7/20/2018 9:00 AM
8 permitted RFC cars in AK lot. BLM fire crew was hiking up AK Trail when I arrived.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 7/20/2018 8:30 AM
Discussed E-Bike policy and a possible (highly likely) demo project with Acell/Haibike rep.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Campsite found/evicted 7/20/2018 8:00 AM
Dismantled what appeared to be a small shelter on first mesa of red Butte. No camping gear.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Special Event 7/20/2018 7:00 AM
Officially opened Bullpen Lot. First rider up the road gave a thumbs up and said it looks great. I agree. Once the weather cools, the lot should be packed. Unofficial parking spots along the road will be closed and revegged. I’ve placed cones blocking off the largest pullout. Please keep an eye out for overnight use of the new lot. “No overnight parking” signs will be posted soon.
8135 Glassier Open Space Commercial Permit Check 7/19/2018 5:15 PM
Contacted group of 12 riders unloading on rented MTB at Hooks Spur. Not commercial. All stoked friends from Boston following a local buddy. I took a photo for them in front of the fire.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 7/19/2018 5:00 PM
9 RFC cars parked at AK TH.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Mutual Aid 7/19/2018 4:30 PM
Located stolen vehicle (CO: 017-BII, black Tacoma with rear-end damage) at Phillips Hillside trail access. 10 responded and took it from there.
8135 Arciero Trailhead Parking 7/19/2018 4:30 PM
White Sprinter van parked in Arciero TH (CO: 152-SQR). Please make sure it isn’t parked overnight.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 7/19/2018 4:00 PM
A Pontiac Vibe (CO: 136-UMX) with for sale signs is parked in WC TH. Sign gives owner number as 850-638-6414. Please make sure this vehicle isn’t parked here regularly - trail use only.
8135 Open Space Properties Parking 7/19/2018 4:00 PM
Pink-tagged blue Suburban (CO: 847-QGO) stores for several years on corner of Koch OS (across from 4076 L. River Rd.). Reported by Alisa Dixon, code enforcement. I gave the owner 24hrs to remove.
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/19/2018 3:45 PM
Pink tagged a red Subaru Outback CO EYD4366 for being parked in the 10 minute loading/unloading zone.
1559 Rio Grande Park Campsite found/evicted 7/19/2018 2:15 PM
Tagged a bedroll and belongings in Old Art Museum woods.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Trails 7/19/2018 12:30 PM
Follow up on trail user complaint - large falling branch almost hit small child in Stein Park (struck his back bike tire). I assessed tree and it appeared healthy. I pulled down some dead branches and sent photo to 1558.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/19/2018 11:30 AM
Contacted Chelsea Congdon and her dog shilo on HC. She was concerned about pulling him while going down the rocky sections. I explained that I understood the concern but because of the heavy traffic and tight trail it is necessary for dogs to be leashed for other trail users safety. Offered some other trails that weren't as rocky/ steep for her to go to. First contact. VW
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/19/2018 11:00 AM
Helped an older woman in her 70s after she tripped on a rock coming downhill above the bridge over the Salvation ditch. Minor abrasion to her hand, cleaned it up and gave her a bandaid. No other injuries reported and she was back on her way.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 7/19/2018 11:00 AM
Assisted 64, 1557, 1559 in search for suspicious person jumping out of bushes and touching things (other trail users?) west of Stein Park. UTL.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 7/19/2018 11:00 AM
64 is looking for Jim Prudhoe - not sure if he has a warrant or not. 64 expressed interest in doing a bike patrol with us next week.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 7/19/2018 10:00 AM
Documented complaints from yesterday’s ACC event on Smuggler - forwarded to event organizers. Spoke with 76 about a complaint. Had a constructive dialogue with Andrew Ralston, ACC.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 7/19/2018 10:00 AM
There's a wasp nest under the new bridge over the Salvation ditch. I sprayed down the nest and killed most of them but they are still a few hanging out under the first wooden slat under the bridge on the downhill side.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Followed-up on issue 7/19/2018 9:00 AM
A woman approached me and indicated she may have seen smoke up on Red Mtn. After further investigation, it was just the sky.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Called to scene 7/19/2018 8:45 AM
Assisted 64 on a stuck truck call at Stein Park. Upon arrival truck not stuck and not blocking, just lost.
8137 Filoha Meadows Open Space Special Event 7/18/2018 7:45 PM
Walking through dr. Johnson property I noticed an older male who was probably renting a cabin who had a white drone. As soon as he saw me, he took the drone inside the cabin. I thought it was sketchy, and I can only imagine what he was using the drone for. Keep an eye out.
8137 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/18/2018 7:15 PM
At 7:15pm there were 14 cars, 27 people at penny hot springs. No sign of campers and not too much trash.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 7/18/2018 6:00 PM
Approached by a highly confrontational man on Silverlode Dr. The man complained about ACC event riders (Smuggler Mtn Race @ 1800) “warming up” on streets in the Williams Ranch neighborhood and endangering “children.” I informed him I would pass along the complaint to the event organizers (which I did). The man refused to have a conversation with me and kept interrupting while pointing at me and repeatedly stating “I want you to know that I’m talking to you!” The man said he would “call in” the bikers, and I informed he was welcome to do so. I later had a chat with the ACC and asked them to keep warm up laps to the trails/Smuggler Mtn Rd.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Fire 7/18/2018 6:00 PM
Educational contact with “Glen” smoking weed on picnic table in Mollie Gibson Park. I explained Stage 2 Fire Ban rules, and also let him know open consumption of MJ wasn’t legal. “Glen” was cooperative, but seemed to be an uncomfortable close talker, and I had to ask him to give me space. White male, 50s, lots of rings, old Mercedes convertible, off-leash boxer “service dog,” “born and raised” in Aspen. Weird vibe.
8137 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/18/2018 5:45 PM
There were 6 permitted cars parked. There were 3 cars not permitted that looked like RFC workers.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 7/18/2018 3:00 PM
I contacted Alex Sellers of Boulder, co. Trying to teach his dog I swim near the Northstar preserve. I contacted Alex on the dog egulations at Northstar and the surrounding area. Very friendly, compliant. VW
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 7/18/2018 2:00 PM
Drafted event permit for Aspen Action Forum 5k, and spoke with applicant. I am filling part of Janet’s role while she’s out.
8135 Open Space & Trails Accident/Rescue 7/18/2018 2:00 PM
Completed accident report for 107 (hit-and-run in parking lot).
8135 Jaffee Park Written Warning 7/18/2018 1:00 PM
Written Warning: Bill Fabrocini for DOL (small gray mutt) at Jaffee River Trail. Fabrocini was walking multiple dogs off-leash and lost sight of small dog. I found dog solo laying on boat ramp. I spoke with fishermen who didn’t recognize the dog, and I took it to the Animal Shelter. Contacted and lectured Fabrocini about dog regs (three dog max, dogs must be leashed on Jaffee River Trail, voice and sight control is OK in fenced Jaffee Park). I’ve contacted Fabrocini before for a dog violation, and I gather he is a dog walker. Fabrocini understands next contact will result in a $100 fine.
8135 Jaffee Park Mutual Aid 7/18/2018 9:00 AM
Overheard extra patrol request for Jaffee Park regarding cigarette butts and the fire ban. 20 responded and I promised to follow up.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/17/2018 1:45 PM
Contacted Caren McVoy about her dog Homer being off leash. Said she just let go of the leash for a minute because "sometimes he likes to sniff things". Reiterated the impacts on wildlife and other trail users. First contact. VW
8136 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/17/2018 11:30 AM
14 cars with permits displayed from RFC.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 7/17/2018 8:30 AM
Moved “No Ebike” sign from kiosk to 4x4 post at upper HCT meadow.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 7/16/2018 4:00 PM
At least 10 RFC cars in the AK lot. Contacted one young employee (Peter,black Volvo) and advised him to count cars before parking to make sure he’s not the employee that pushes the lot over the 10 car limit. I warned him about $100 ticket.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Ticket Follow-up 7/16/2018 3:00 PM
Received notification that J. White had paid his citation at the OST Admin Office.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Penny Hot Springs 7/16/2018 1:30 PM
About two dozen people at the springs. Cleaned up some amount of trash, including tent pole. Responded to medical call. CDOT has removed landside debris from parking area.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/16/2018 11:00 AM
Spoke with C. Nelson regarding conflicts at Dr. Johnson’s property. She was friendly and plans to meet next event to look for solutions.
8135 Penny Hot Springs Accident/Rescue 7/16/2018 11:00 AM
Responded to medical call at Penny Hot Springs from El Jebel. Arrived in time to help CD Fire move patient fromThanks riverbank to ambi. 60-70yo male, head injury/lac from fall on eroded staircase.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Ticket Follow-up 7/16/2018 10:00 AM
Took call from N. Noakes regarding overdue payment and lost ticket. I agreed to send her a copy of the ticket and extend payment deadline until 7/20. At Noakes request, I began looking into options for online CC fine payment.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/16/2018 9:30 AM
Assisted 20 and City of Aspen in investigating call regarding resource damage and fire ban concerns at 181 Larkspur Lane (bordering City’s Zoom Trail). Turned over to 1558.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 7/16/2018 9:15 AM
I contacted Sean Hartman with his blue healer cowboy off leash on the east of aspen trail. Sean Was biking. He lives in the area, and I'm not entirely sure he was honest about his name.... first contact. Verbal warning
8137 Administration Maintenance 7/15/2018 5:00 PM
107 is out of spray paint for volcanoes.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Special Event 7/15/2018 2:30 PM
I cleared most of the middle and lower rio, also basalt mass and Emma trail for aspen valley marathon leftovers! They did an amazing job picking up their trash and signs.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 7/15/2018 12:45 PM
I picked up the trail flooded sign and cone that was near dart property on the rio grande trail.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trash 7/15/2018 12:15 PM
I noticed some illegal dumping at mm 30 on the rio grande trail across from the trailer park. Looked like ashes from a fireplace.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 7/15/2018 11:00 AM
Contacted Shannon ware with her Bernedoodle puppy cooper off leash on the rio grand trail. Used the weather as an excuse. First contact. Verbal warning.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Signage 7/15/2018 10:00 AM
I finished tightening the airline signs on sky mtn park. All the signs have now been tightened. Also, I saw a large black bear near the bottom of airline!
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/14/2018 6:00 PM
Wildwood 10 min load/unload- Pink tag warning to CO CQB-799. CO HON-879. CT AJ-84044. CO MQI-039.
8137 Jaffee Park Penalty Assessment 7/14/2018 4:30 PM
I contacted Denise Skinner after watching one of her two dogs defecate at Jaffee park. I explained that by not having visual control of her dogs, she had not seen the dog poop. First contact, friendly, apologetic. Citation.
8135 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 7/14/2018 2:00 PM
Responded to bike accident (60yo male, possible fractured leg) on HWY82 at Mile 44.0. Call wasn’t paged out on PitFire/Law. 8138 and myself did traffic control and set up a single alternating lane of traffic for approx. 30 min. while patient was assessed by AVFD and AAD. Cleared once all units had left scene.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 7/14/2018 12:45 PM
I contacted Sarah Stachnik with her dog at the beach in Northstar. She was under the impression dog were allowed at the beach, on leash, even though she was right next to a no dog sign. Sarah said she saw me talking to a dog owner at the beach on July 4th, and she thought the rule was on leash. I then explained that the dog in question was a service dog. Then Sarah let me know her dog shadow is also a service dog. And she showed me the letter.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 7/14/2018 12:30 PM
Swept and put in some ditching along the sloping portion of the RGT @ Elam Dr. above WC. Spray painted broken pavement.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/14/2018 11:00 AM
Educational contact with “Lisa” playing fetch with her boxer-bulldog “Molly” in an irrigation ditch on Lazy Glen OS. Very friendly resident of Lazy Glen HOA. I reminded her to leash when on land. Lisa says she visits the property twice a day and loves it.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 7/14/2018 11:00 AM
I put up two new no e bike signs. At the hunter creek rd intersection and on the upper hunter creek kiosk.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Mutual Aid 7/14/2018 10:00 AM
Witnessed reckless driver and asked BPD to stop a vehicle that drove on the sidewalk to bypass AVM traffic at Midland & Two Rivers (Edward Raul Terwilliger, CO: EMF1116). On officer’s request, I followed vehicle to Fisherman’s Park and gave a statement. BPD Issued a “very stern” warning.
8136 Stein Trail Signage 7/14/2018 8:30 AM
The “Dogs Must Be Leashed” sign at the upper switchbacks behind the ABC near Holy Cross had been pulled out and tossed off the trail. I re-drove it back in.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Special Event 7/14/2018 8:00 AM
Monitored Aspen Valley Marathon (AVM) from 0800-1130. Many more aid station tents than in permit. No marshal at BHS (possibly not needed). Lots of trash, but clean up was in process. Event seemed very safe.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Commercial Permit Check 7/14/2018 8:00 AM
Observed signage for Aspen Invitational (World Vision) event. I investigated and it seems riders were only on roads, not trails.
8139 Moore Open Space Trails 7/13/2018 4:45 PM
There are tracks from a vehicle driving through Moore OS. Not sure who it was or if they were given permission. Followed the single track through the property most of the way. Appeared that they entered at the residence side from the driveway and did a loop through.
8135 Airport Ranch Patrol/Outreach 7/13/2018 12:30 PM
8159 and I swept through Airport Ranch Open Space. We did not find any new campers and no signs of anyone at the old camps. Lots of trash from the highway.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/13/2018 11:45 AM
Contacted Heather McKee with dog off leash on Hunter Creek Trail. From out of town, compliant, first contact. VW
8137 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 7/13/2018 10:00 AM
Contacted Lindsey waters on the stein trail with her dog coupa off leash. First contact, friendly, verbal warning.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 7/13/2018 10:00 AM
The rocks at penny hot springs parking area have been removed. I spent a good amount of time picking up trash at the hot springs. Very dirty!
8135 Red Wind Point Patrol/Outreach 7/13/2018 9:00 AM
Harvested red wind point SD card for Janet.
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/12/2018 1:00 PM
There were 7 cars displaying permits. One (permit 0040) parked closest to the trailhead, all others were parked in the designated area along the outside. Photos sent to the ranger email.
8139 Glassier Open Space Signage 7/12/2018 10:30 AM
Put up 4 'No overnight parking' signs up in the Hooks Spur lot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 7/11/2018 6:30 PM
Contacted Scott Lambert about his yellow lab off leash on the Rio just below Stein park. Scott said he was walking his dog along the river and had just gotten onto the trail. He was compliant and friendly. After a talk about where dogs are appropriate I gave him a VW.
8137 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/11/2018 1:45 PM
There were 13 RFC permitted cars parked Arbany Kittle at 1:55.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/11/2018 12:30 PM
8138 responded to an e bike crash at mm. 36.5 on the rio. I was slow getting there due to confusion of exact location. By the time I arrived 03, 64, 76, MRA, and ambulance were on scene. MRA was first on scene and took report. E bike user error.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Signage 7/11/2018 12:00 PM
I tightened all the signs that were loose on cozy, sky, ridge, top of airline, and deadline.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/11/2018 11:45 AM
Contacted a group of folks at James H. Smith whom I suspected of commercial photography. There were a half dozen folks that looked to be in their 20's. They said they were part of a photo club but were not doing any kind of commercial photography. I let them know if they were taking a course and using the preserve or if they were taking photos commercially that they would need a permit.
8135 Administration Ticket Follow-up 7/11/2018 8:00 AM
Left a message for Natalie Nokes. I have not yet received payment and let her know she needed to contact me if she needed an extension.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 7/10/2018 6:00 PM
Messy camp (human waste, trash, etc.) reported near Marolt Museum. APD responded.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/10/2018 5:00 PM
Verbal Warning: John Smiddy for E-bike on HCT. Smiddy pointed out there’s no E-bike signage coming in from Red Mtn Rd. I explained we don’t post signage on USFS land. I’ll have someone add a sign at the BLM Lot spur. Smiddy claimed to have borrowed the bike from his friend “Adam.” Smiddy wasn’t happy, but he was cooperative and agreed to ride down Red Mtn Rd. I explained E-bikes are prohibited on single-track and considered “motorized use” on USFS land (hence not allowed in HC Valley). I gave a warning, as Smiddy has just entered open space.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 7/10/2018 5:00 PM
Reported large downed aspen on HCT immediately below private drive. Cut and removed second smaller tree.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Ticket Follow-up 7/10/2018 1:00 PM
Spoke with Kent Powell (BTC) on the phone. K. Powell requested a payment deadline extension. I agreed and set deadline as 7/23/18.
8135 Jaffee Park Ticket Follow-up 7/10/2018 12:00 PM
Accepted and deposited J. Curet payment.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Dog off leash - education contact 7/10/2018 11:45 AM
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Dog waste - education contact 7/10/2018 11:45 AM
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 7/10/2018 11:00 AM
Ordered 3rd AED. Requested 3rd patrol truck (Tacoma, full cab) for FY2019.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/10/2018 10:30 AM
Followed up with Claudia Nelson regarding parking issues at Dr. Johnson’s property. I informed her of issues with their property manager and cabin guests. I’m awaiting a response...
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/10/2018 10:30 AM
DOL w/ Danielle Grivalsky. unfamiliar with regs. Just moved to aspen. Polite and cooperative but did not want to stay to chat much about anything further than what I could rattle off about regs, fine structure, PitOutside. First offense. VW
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 7/10/2018 7:30 AM
Early morning patrol of AK lot. Only 6 RFC cars, all with permits displayed.
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Special Event 7/09/2018 7:30 PM
RFC event had a great turnout. A few people asked about CD to CB Trail and assumed we would discuss it. Should we have a bit about this for future events? - Property manager Mike sort of gave us a hard time parking at Doc Johnson’s. There were 2 large contractor trucks with trailers already parked where we normally do. He allowed us to do so after moving very slowly and continually encouraging us to park on the road. I insisted it was unsafe for our group to park on the highway and eventually got contractors to move.
8136 Deer Creek Open Space Trails 7/09/2018 5:00 PM
Switched out SD cards at Deer Creek for Janet. She gave me 2 more 32gig cards I will put them in PH desk.
8136 Deer Creek Open Space Wildlife 7/09/2018 5:00 PM
Chat with Curtis (CPW) at deer creek for a bit. Informed him of the small cinnamon colored bear that I’ve seen 3 days in a row. Once near 10th mountain, Meadow above HC cutoff kiosk and above Benedict bridge. Keep an eye on this guy and the public’s interactions. It is generally uninterested in humans but doesn’t seem to be afraid. Forward anything notable to Curtis.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 7/09/2018 2:00 PM
OST office staff are moving from the Ranger Station to the new Admin building on Tuesday-Wednesday 7/16-7/17. OST rangers will move into USFS Ranger Station in early August.
8135 Open Space & Trails Ticket Follow-up 7/09/2018 12:30 PM
Deposited E. Pariser payment.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Ticket Follow-up 7/09/2018 11:00 AM
Spoke with A. Powell (BTC) on the phone. Fine payment ($2,000) will be postmarked tomorrow.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Trails 7/09/2018 9:30 AM
Finished harvesting last of the counters for July.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/09/2018 9:00 AM
8135 Crystal Trail Trails 7/09/2018 8:00 AM
Cut large tree overhanging Crystal Trail and HWY133 @ MM 66.0. OST Maintenance crew helped spot and swamp. Ranger saw in 107 works great with new chain.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/09/2018 3:30 AM
DOL (x2) w/ Cerise Mayer out of Houston, TX. Very nice folks. Referred to PitOutside, gave hiking Recs, first contact, VW
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/08/2018 4:30 PM
8135 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 7/08/2018 2:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Tom Slatkin for DOL (red brown bird dog) on Stein Trail @ Stein Bridge while fishing. Resident of Bar X Ranch. First contact.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 7/08/2018 1:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Lindsay Oliver for DOL (golden retriever) on RGT @ Stein Bridge. Friendly. Compliant. Knows about Pitkin Outside.
8139 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 7/08/2018 12:45 PM
Contacted Anna Murphy and her two dogs on stein trail DOL. Came down the Burlingame side of stein trail and didn't see the regulations sign. I informed her of the regulations and she was cooperative and compliant. First contact. VW
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 7/08/2018 12:30 PM
DOL w/ Michelle Weaver out of Virginia. Brown lab was let out of the car because it was sounding like it was going to be sick. Did not leash up and the dog ran onto the RGT above Stein Park. First offense, directed to DOL areas and VW. Feel better dog!
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/08/2018 11:30 AM
I educated Keith Hartigan on the hunter creek dog leash regulations, he is from out of town first contact verbal warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Penalty Assessment 7/08/2018 11:15 AM
I contacted Erin Pariser with her husband Paul and son with dog off leash on hunter creek trail. 7th contact between the two them. I issued a citation to Erin Pariser for DOL.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 7/08/2018 10:30 AM
spoke with "vince" on the Marolt Housing Trail and camping rules on city/county open space. He initially denied, then admitted. Warning and redirection off OS
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 7/08/2018 10:30 AM
Removed 2 old camps
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 7/08/2018 10:30 AM
Tagged 2 camps in use.
1559 Marolt Open Space Issued verbal warning 7/08/2018 10:00 AM
Stern warning to an older gentleman for littering. No ticket book, bahh!
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 7/08/2018 10:00 AM
Cleaned up some trash at Penny Hot Springs. Checked typical camping spot - clear. Noticed yellow camper school-bus likely camper overnight (CO: TQZ 697). It moved on after the driver noticed me. Spotted for motorist with trailer while pulling out onto busy highway.
8135 Crystal River Valley Illegal Camping 7/08/2018 10:00 AM
Forwarded observations of four vehicles camped within 1/4 mile of Crystal River to 2220 (including two RVs parked for at least a week at pullouts below Redstone). 2220 likely hasn’t been in the area for a while due to the holiday and fire.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/08/2018 9:30 AM
Encountered 10 hikers on Dorais Way presumably on their way to Filoha. No dogs among them.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/08/2018 9:00 AM
I pink tagged a camper parked at the Northstar observation parking. Looked like they had stayed the night. Liscence colorado AOH-724. White Chevy.
1559 Parks Office Called to scene 7/08/2018 9:00 AM
Called by dispatch to the ditch at Bleeker and 8th for a near clog/ flood situation. Cleared debris, free flowing.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 7/08/2018 8:45 AM
I observed a man biking the east of aspen trail with his dog off leash. I gave reed Williams a verbal warning for dol. he was aware of regulation and complied. First contact VW.
8135 Crystal River Valley Dog Offense 7/08/2018 8:30 AM
Observed woman with DOL on Crystal Trail, unable to contact. Cleaned up dumped trash at Perham Creek TH (large plastic pipe and pieces of scrap metal).
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/07/2018 5:00 PM
I issued Leah Fett of Denver a written warning for exiting the river at South Gate with her dog. It was the groups first time on the river and they were mostly aware of regulations. They pointed out that there is not a no dogs sign by the river, and it had started to rain. Very cooperative, first contact. WW.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/07/2018 4:45 PM
I issued Dee Humphrey of Denver a written warning for exiting the river at south gate with her dog. She was aware of most rules, but thought South Gate was where there car was parked. It had also started to rain. Very cooperative, first contact. WW
1559 Burlingame/Deer Hill Dog off leash - education contact 7/07/2018 3:00 PM
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Followed-up on issue 7/07/2018 1:15 PM
Helped an elderly woman (Julia) reunit with her 81 y/o friend. The two had been wondering around the market for 1.5 hrs looking for each other.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/07/2018 12:30 PM
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/07/2018 12:15 PM
Contacted Patrick Cook and his dog Lucy for DOL on hunter creek. Was understanding and cooperative after he saw me and we chatted about the regulations and reasoning. He was carrying out waste and I thanked him for that. First contact. VW
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trash 7/07/2018 8:30 AM
Found a old abandoned camp above stein park before the meadows trail. Believe it’s on the edge of the Red Butte ranch and the private property to the east. Removed a desinigrated pair of jeans and blanket. No other signs of camps in the area.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Everything great 7/07/2018 8:00 AM
Saturday Market for APD Bear/wildlife outreach
8137 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/06/2018 3:45 PM
North Star was super busy at 2 pm today. One dog on beach, one amplified sound, 2 people with glass, one party on left side at JHS. Was crazy
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/06/2018 3:45 PM
I contacted Catherine Matthews at the Northstar beach with her dog. I let her know dogs are not allowed in the nature preserve. She said they entered at another point, therefore missing the signage. I let her know she is supposed to stay on designated trails. We walked up to the vehicles, and she tried to apologize and leave. I persisted by letting I could call a sheriff for backup, and then she cooperated. I decided to give Catherine a written warning to keep the contact positive. First contact. WW
8135 Emma Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/06/2018 1:00 PM
Dropped off 4 cones to Harper so they can get ready for the helicopter operations.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/06/2018 12:30 PM
Mary coti was running down hunter creek trail with DOL. she missed the sign, and was compliant. First contact VW
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/06/2018 11:45 AM
I helped two ladies at the top of hunter creek trail who were not equipped to hike anymore. I walked them over to the upper parking lot and made sure they had a ride down.
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Signage 7/06/2018 11:30 AM
Put up sign on bike path near holland hills clarifying route.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/06/2018 9:00 AM
All trailers and campers gone from glassier parking area.
8139 Filoha Meadows Open Space Parking 7/06/2018 7:00 AM
Renters at the Johnson property had parked in the circle which made it park for the RFC event. We should let them know of future events to make parking easier. Other than that a great event, lots of lightening bugs, bats and orchids !
8135 Emma Homestead Fire 7/05/2018 5:00 PM
Took call from Xcel about setting up air ops site on Emma OS to help repair utility lines. OST and Xcel have agreed to reserve a space near Grace Church that isn’t currently under an agricultural lease. Timeline will be 1-3 weeks while crews work to repair lines.
8139 Filoha Meadows Open Space Parking 7/05/2018 5:00 PM
Renters at the Johnson property were parked in the circle which made for a little difficulty parking during the RFC event. We should double check they have the dates for our events to prevent future parking troubles. Great event other than that. Lots of lightening bugs and bats and orchids !
8135 Glassier Open Space Fire 7/05/2018 4:00 PM
Took report from Dispatch of people (owners of the trailers, etc.) smoking cigarettes in the Hooks Spur Lot and violating the Stage 2 fire ban. I referred it to Eagle County Dispatch. Rangers, please follow up next shift. We need to show empathy, but the vehicles, trailers, etc. should be out by noon tomorrow.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/05/2018 3:00 PM
Intercepted E-bikers with 8136 that prompted a complaint on the RGT. If previously watched one of the riders nearly biff it over the edge of the Roaring Fork Gorge. 8136 confirmed all were Class 1 E-bikes and lectured on trail etiquette.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Illegal Camping 7/05/2018 1:30 PM
Contacted a family with two trucks and a small camp set up in the woods in the lower pasture of Lazy Glen OS. The group was evacuated from El Jebel. I educated them on the regs and gave them contact info for the RFHS shelter. I explained there were beds, food, etc. available at the shelter and they began moving that direction.
8135 Glassier Open Space Parking 7/05/2018 12:30 PM
Tagged two campers and two trailers with ATVs/jet skis parked haphazardly filling the Hooks Spur Lot. I ran out of tags and was unable to tag an additional trailer and three associated vehicles. These vehicles/trailers are likely due to the evacuation of parts of El Jebel last night. I left contact info for the Red Cross and Eagle County Dispatch. According to PitCo Dispatch, trailers and vehicles can be parked at the RFHS evac shelter.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/05/2018 12:00 PM
Contacted Elizabeth Klump about her two DOL. She is a part time resident, unaware of the leash regulations on hunter. Polite but in a hurry to catch up to her friends.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 7/05/2018 10:15 AM
8135 Open Space & Trails Ticket Follow-up 7/05/2018 9:30 AM
P. O’Brien plead guilty in court and paid reduced fine plus surcharge.
8135 Emma Homestead Fire 7/04/2018 7:00 PM
Grabbed historic Emma Store Sign from Mather House when fire seemed like it could burn Emma OS. Wind then pushed fire towards Basalt.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/04/2018 4:00 PM
Lots of education outreach. Putting watercrafts in at the beach, questions about dogs, and music.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/04/2018 3:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Joy Beneson for DOL (mini-Aussie) on HCT. I explained that the dog was safer and less likely to get eaten while on leash.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Followed-up on issue 7/04/2018 3:00 PM
SHutdown boombox on beach
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/04/2018 2:30 PM
Verbal Warnings for DOL to Nikki Starr (Black & white husky) and Caty Manuel (Wolfhound). Compliant. Joked about giving fake names.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Wildlife 7/04/2018 1:00 PM
Encountered Charlie Houpton at JHS. Houpton has permission to enter JHS heron closure to monitor nests. He drives a silver SUV and often keeps a golden retriever inside the vehicle while monitoring.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 7/04/2018 1:00 PM
Responded to code call for injured cyclist in ditch at MM 44.0 on HWY82 (near East of Aspen Trail). False alarm - just motorcyclists doing repair on motorcycle along roadside.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 7/04/2018 12:45 PM
I put up sandwich boards with cyclists announce and slow before passing signs. I put one double sided board near woody creek where the rio crosses lower bulwinkle rd. I put one sign near the portapotty at stein park and the other on the east side of cemetery lane.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/04/2018 11:30 AM
Responded to secondhand report of three person accident at Duffy’s Wiggles (MM 40.5). I spoke with one teen involved in accident. He was reportedly riding an E-bike while rolling a second broken bike back to a rental shop when he collided with two men on bikes. No injuries reported. Second party filed report with 128. I will follow up with 1558 to complete a report.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/04/2018 10:00 AM
Doled out Band-Aid and cleaning swab to man who fell biking and scraped hand.
8137 Administration Signage 7/04/2018 10:00 AM
I added Spanish fire ban signs at Albany kittle and Wheatley beach. I also put up new fire ban signs at Jaffee, arciero, and basalt high school.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Fire 7/04/2018 9:30 AM
Contacted James Hoge and Jeffrey Nitz with 602 for violating fire ban by smoking in public. Hoge and Nitz were drinking and likely sleeping in a green Ford Explorer (CO Temp: 241638A) in Stein Park Lot.
8135 Roaring Fork River Whitewater 7/03/2018 2:30 PM
Contacted four males (dad and three teens) in two double duckies attempting to paddle Slaughterhouse. After watching them get stuck over a dozen times and dump in the falls, I climbed out on rocks and contacted them. The group was unfamiliar with the river, had only paddled a few times, and didn’t know what basic river terms meant (strainer, undercut rock, foot entrapment, etc.). I explained there would be more difficult rapids and no real chance to bail out below the Sanitation Plant. I also described past accidents that injured or killed people on the river. The group decided to carry out the boats via Stein Trail. I referred them to CMC river courses and other more intermediate sections to help them build skills.
8135 Glassier Open Space Parking 7/03/2018 10:45 AM
Noted a blue-gray VW camper van with covered windows parked in Hooks Lot (CO: VCX 093). Keep eye out for overnight parking.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/03/2018 9:00 AM
Encountered confrontational resident on Dorais Way (large white pickup, 60yo white male, balding). The man repeatedly asked what I was doing and stated “I own this land [Dorais Way].” I explained that I had the legal right to drive Dorais Way due to the County administrative access. I also explained that I was just doing my job and helping to manage Filoha Meadows. I essentially broke off the contact when the man continued to voice insults.
8135 Crystal River Valley Parking 7/03/2018 8:30 AM
Checked on small white adventure van parked near East Creek TH (CA: 08177W1). Note said “Out climbing.” Keep an eye out for overnight parking.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Written Warning 7/02/2018 7:30 PM
Spoke with Jackson Ernst (RO of the white Jeep). We had a productive chat about keep public trailheads open for the public to use. I agreed to reduce ticket to a written warning. Ernst understands he will receive a $100 fine if he parks in the lot for business purposes again.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Penalty Assessment 7/02/2018 6:30 PM
Issued citation to vehicle (CO: 0278903, white Jeep) parked in Arbaney-Kittle Lot. Vehicle was evidently parked for commercial use/RFC employee parking. I issued a verbal warning to the RO on 6/25/18 for parking in the lot without displaying RFC employee permit, per requirements of the company’s OST permit. I left my card and invited him to contact me to discuss the ticket.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/02/2018 5:00 PM
DOL w/ Rob Harvey out of Texas. Did Smug to HCt and did not leash up. First offense. Referred to kiosk signage, PitOutside, VW
8135 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 7/02/2018 5:00 PM
Responded to rollover accident at MM 33.0 HWY82 eastbound. 50-60yo male with head injury and other trauma. Transported by Snowmass Fire to AVH. I assisted PCSO with traffic and cleared.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/02/2018 3:00 PM
Did a walkthrough of the location above Lani White Trail where we documented a marijuana grow op. I noticed an old, partially irrigation pipe. I’m unsure if it’s related. Otherwise, it was clear.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 7/02/2018 3:00 PM
Replaced “You are here” arrows at obs deck, summit, HC Cut-off, and HC Valley kiosks. Made many way-finding outreach contacts. Very busy on HCT with lots of tourists.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Accident/Rescue 7/02/2018 12:00 PM
Responded to paraglider who had a “hard landing” at the Marolt OS LZ. While I was stuck in traffic, the patient was transported non-emergent for a Lumbar back injury.
8135 Open Space & Trails Ticket Follow-up 7/02/2018 10:30 AM
Received and deposited citation payment for J. Myers-Dilworth. Dropped off lost sunglasses from HCT at PCSO.
8135 Open Space & Trails Ticket Follow-up 7/02/2018 10:30 AM
Followed up with P. O’Brien and provided citation report for tomorrow’s court hearing.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 7/02/2018 8:00 AM
Cyber security training
1559 Smuggler Mountain Dog off leash - education contact 7/02/2018 8:00 AM
8136 James H. Smith Open Space Parking 7/01/2018 5:30 PM
CO 949-JCX VW van parked in front of No Parking sign at James h. smith hw82. No previous contacts. Pink tag warning.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 7/01/2018 3:15 PM
DOL w/ Christina Aranda on the Beach at Northstar. Had a service dog vest on. WW and will follow up with Aranda after speaking with 8135.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 7/01/2018 1:30 PM
Asked to respond to a report of raw sewage across the trail just after the “falling rock next 2.25 miles” sign on upper rio. UTL any signs of raw sewage coming across the trail, a few spots with some bad smells near a man hole below slaughter falls but no sign of sewage. Called the RP back and he just wanted to make sure nothing was “leaking into the river”.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Lost and Found 6/30/2018 8:00 PM
I remotely helped a friend who got lost on a hike from woody creek trail over to hunter creek valley. They were called in overdue to the SO But wife got a call from lost party. SO was released. I talked to overdue party on phone and deciphered his location. Then spoke with spouse to direct her to upper hunter creek parking lot. They just arrived at 9:20pm.
8137 Filoha Meadows Open Space Signage 6/30/2018 6:45 PM
I opened filoha! Removed 2x4 boards from entrance gate. Took down rope, and removed closed sign. Is there another sign we put there?
8137 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/30/2018 6:45 PM
I encountered a family driving towards filoha on Doris way, they asked if they could drive down there, and I said no. They were directed to filoha by the Redstone campground host. I then went and chatted with the host, sharron and Alan. I educated them on some of the regulations, and gave them our number!
8136 Open Space & Trails Signage 6/30/2018 5:00 PM
Replaced stage 1 fire restriction signage with stage 2 at: HCT bottom, meadow kiosk, cutoff kiosk. Smug bottom and top Northstar beach and wildwood. Will get Arbaney Kittle and Wheatley tomorrow.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 6/30/2018 4:00 PM
Moved along Tom (from Florida) who was going to park his Subaru completely blocking SMR below the obs deck. He was afraid to go further on the narrow road.
8139 Stein Park (AVLT) Whitewater 6/30/2018 2:00 PM
I observed two kayakers pulling into stein park with boats that were not whitewater kayaks. I asked if they were aware of the IV nature of slaughterhouse and they assured me they had researched and were prepared. Scotty Gibson was there as well and he also told them that it was low and rocky but they again were sure they could do it. Gibson and I suggested they scout Entrance Exam and the falls before putting in. I left to head up valley on the RGT and returned some time later. At the bottom of Enterance, I saw one of the boaters on river right and one on river left and it appeared they had lost some gear. Upon closer look I noticed they were in waterskiing pfds and did not have any proper rescue gear ( throw bags, spare paddles, first aid ). Talking with the one on river left, he said his buddy had gotten stuck on a rock and in an attempt to free him they had lost one of the paddles and were unable to find it. I lectured them on the importance of being prepared and having the proper gear and that this section is very technical in nature. After looking for the paddle for some time, UTL they decided to head back to the put-in.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/30/2018 1:15 PM
Contacted Jenna Conti at the bottom of the Hunter Creek trail with DOL. she is aware of the regulation, compliant, first contact. VW
1559 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 6/30/2018 1:00 PM
Welding proj- flower fence #2
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Issued verbal warning 6/30/2018 10:30 AM
Contacted Segrid Pieper about her dog on an electric leash. Did not know a real leash was required. Compliant
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/30/2018 10:15 AM
Contacted Jackie Daily and her chocolate lab Chloe DOL. She was polite and understanding after I explained the regulations. Pointed her to pitkin outside to find more trails where dogs can be off leash. First contact. VW
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/30/2018 9:00 AM
Contacted Amy Boyle and Lara Bradley about DOL on hunter creek. They were nervous about having the dogs leashed after one of them tripped. I informed them of the importance of having the dogs on leash on the trail for other trail users safety ( then an older couple walked by and commented on how they were grateful I had them leash the dogs). They were polite and understanding. First contact for both. VW
1559 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 6/30/2018 9:00 AM
Researched weight limits for wooden bridges near post office on Rio Grande Trail. 10,000 lb max. passed on to Aspen Ambulance.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Everything great 6/30/2018 8:00 AM
City of Aspen tent at Saturday Market. Homeowner fire mitigation outreach.
8139 Stein Park (AVLT) Whitewater 6/30/2018 12:00 AM
I observed two kayakers pulling into stein park with boats that were not whitewater kayaks. I asked if they were aware of the IV nature of slaughterhouse and they assured me they had researched and were prepared. Scotty Gibson was there as well and he also told them that it was low and rocky but they again were sure they could do it. Gibson and I suggested they scout Entrance Exam and the falls before putting in. I left to head up valley on the RGT and returned some time later. At the bottom of Enterance, I saw one of the boaters on river right and one on river left and it appeared they had lost some gear. Upon closer look I noticed they were in waterskiing pfds and did not have any proper rescue gear ( throw bags, spare paddles, first aid ). Talking with the one on river left, he said his buddy had gotten stuck on a rock and in an attempt to free him they had lost one of the paddles and were unable to find it. I lectured them on the importance of being prepared and having the proper gear and that this section is very technical in nature. After looking for the paddle for some time, UTL they decided to head back to the put-in.
8137 Administration Lost and Found 6/29/2018 5:30 PM
I spoke with Todd proffit at stein park around 1600. He said he would pick up his bike today. I left it in the bike rack with his checkbook attached. Fingers crossed!
8139 Filoha Meadows Open Space Parking 6/29/2018 4:30 PM
Noticed a Ecoline 250 parallel parked at Penny Hot Springs could not determine if it was parking overnight but could be worth checking on tomorrow. CO ZOD-547
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/29/2018 4:30 PM
Contacted Natalie Nokes and her friend about her dog on leash at North Star Beach. I observed the two of them go into the beach with the dog. They both seemed to glance at the no dog sign but continued anyway. First time in contact with a ranger. Citation.
8137 Jaffee Park Penalty Assessment 6/29/2018 4:15 PM
I cited Jordan Curet with a $100 penalty assessment for failure to pick up dog waste at Jaffee park.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/29/2018 4:00 PM
Made contact with a guy carrying a fishing pole down East of Aspen. I let him know he could not fish in North Star Preserve. He was upset because the website diyflyfishing.com showed access at North Star. I later confirmed this to be true. I will contact the website to see if they can have it removed.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/29/2018 3:15 PM
I intercepted Carly Walters walking down to the beach with her dog sol. First contact, compliant . VW
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/29/2018 12:30 PM
I contacted Steve Hajdu on the hunter creek trail after the road crossing with his dog kali off leash. He works close by, usually hikes on the forest service land. No leash with him. Not going to use our trails because he will not tether his dog.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/28/2018 2:30 PM
On follow-up from previous encounters on upper Marolt strip found another bedroll. Tagged for removal within 48 hrs.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/28/2018 2:00 PM
Last week 8139 talked to Tod Proffit about getting his belongings from PW. He did not show up when he said he was going to. Today I called him on his phone and left him a message. I will give him until tomorrow before getting rid of this bike.
8135 Chapparal Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/28/2018 1:00 PM
I moved the wildlife camera to the BLM gate. It is easy to find and not on Private property. Please see the OST wildlife camera inventory spreadsheet if you need coordinates.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Parking issues 6/28/2018 10:45 AM
Tagged vehicle QUI-889 parked in unloading zone
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Mutual Aid 6/28/2018 10:30 AM
71 responded to a suspicious of 3 bikes chained to a post for the past 3 days at corner of mm25.5 RGT and Lower a River Rd.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Special Event 6/27/2018 9:30 PM
Worked first Filoha RFC event of the year. Fun families. Saw some fireflies. Parking at Penny Hot Springs is limited due to rock slide. Be cautious around there at night. All parking was taken at 2145 hrs (hippy dip for the full moon?).
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Verbal Warning 6/27/2018 7:15 PM
Educated man with out of control dog at Penny Hot Springs. Dog was running into people, going out into the road, and possibly swimming in the springs. I warned him he could receive a $100 fine.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/27/2018 6:30 PM
Weed whipped overflow parking area for RFC guests on Dr. Johnson’s property to reduce fire risk. I also tied a piece of pink flagging to the entrance of Dr. Johnson’s driveway.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 6/27/2018 5:30 PM
I educated Jamie Mcgahran about the aspen area and Northstar. He lives in Carbondale, said there are no places for dogs in aspen. I gave him some ideas. VW
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/27/2018 5:30 PM
I floated Northstar at 4 pm. Lots of positive contacts. People with dogs asking me questions about the preserve!!
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/27/2018 4:45 PM
I intercepted Amanda trendell about to bring her friends two labs on the beach at Northstar. I walked her back up the trail to look t signage, I explained I could have written her a citation for two dogs off leash. Each for $100. I gave her a good reason to read the signs. Very apologetic compliant. VW
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 6/27/2018 2:00 PM
Contacted 2 individuals drinking and hanging out on Mills OS with 03 and 8138 (40-50yo white males, one short w/gray hair and blue eyes and one taller with gray hair in ponytail). We initially suspected them of camping. No evidence of fire or trash. Orange pup tent was gone. 03 wasn’t familiar with the people and seemed to think they were suspicious.
1559 Parks Office Called to scene 6/27/2018 11:30 AM
Dispatched to Triangle Park to meet with a woman with children from the yellow brick, who was concerned about dog off leash in park. Gave contact info and instructed to call if she sees again.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 6/27/2018 9:00 AM
Bike crash at Duffy's Wiggles, one rider lost control and fell. Head injury, unconscious for possibly 30 seconds. Aspen Ambi transported patient and I transported bike.
1559 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Cyclist contact 6/27/2018 8:00 AM
Bike to Work Day outreach
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 6/26/2018 4:30 PM
Removed cache of items from tagged camp below Stein Trail. Left note. Stored in lockup.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 6/26/2018 3:00 PM
Contacted 14 people on river left sandbar beach on upstream side of JHS peninsula. All cooperative, but seemingly unaware of any regulations.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Park use moderate 6/26/2018 3:00 PM
Meeting with members of the Open Space Board to discuss e-bike regulations
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trash 6/26/2018 12:00 PM
Cleaned up trash at Derri Lynn Turner bench (Stein “picnic area”).
8135 Emma Trail Penalty Assessment 6/26/2018 10:00 AM
Mailed citation to Alisha Powell (d.b.a. Bicycle Tour of Colorado). $2000. Commercial use and resource protection violations.
8135 Open Space & Trails Ticket Follow-up 6/26/2018 9:00 AM
Spoke with Ian Whittaker of Aspen Cycling Tours. Ian and Justin (cited) are out of the country for 10 days. I reviewed how they can apply for permit renewal and extended their payment deadline until 7/16/18.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued citation 6/26/2018 9:00 AM
Cited Kristal Cosmetics for Disposal Required in Ped Mall cans
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 6/25/2018 5:00 PM
Located a camp (tidy orange pup tent) with 76. The tent is tucked away on the east end of Mills OS. I tagged and left HHS sheet with instructions to vacate within 48hrs. 39°14′56″ N  106°52′51″ W
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/25/2018 4:00 PM
Assisted 1557 in attempt to intercept a mini-bike on the Rio Grande Trail. UTL.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 6/25/2018 2:30 PM
Took call from J. Myers-Dilworth regarding her citation. She told me payment is in the mail.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 6/25/2018 1:00 PM
Staked out Arbaney-Kittle Lot. I left my card and a note on four RFC-permitted cars (CO: CZH-F12 and CA: 7JZZ104 for not showing permit on dashboard; CO: 475-UOJ and CO: 024-PVX for taking up spots closest to the trail). I also pink tagged a sliver Forester (CO: 667-YLJ) that has been parked in the lot daily; I asked the owner to contact us if they’re just a hiker. In all, there were 15-16 RFC cars in the lot.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Verbal Warning 6/25/2018 1:00 PM
Issued a verbal warning to “Jackson” (white Jeep, CO temp plate - 0278903 (?)). “Jackson” initially left the lot when he saw me, but came back later and fessed up to being an RFC employee w/o a permit. “Jackson” complained that he didn’t have much time to find parking each day before work. I invited him to consider how much a $100 ticket would eat into his daily earnings, and I directed him to use the free RFC staff shuttle from Basalt.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Verbal Warning 6/25/2018 1:00 PM
Issued a verbal warning to Shaun Manego for failure to display RFC employee permit while using lot for staff parking. He promised to get a permit by Wednesday. His car (CO: CZH-F12) is on the list.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 6/25/2018 8:00 AM
I followed up with Dispatch and updated ranger contact info. As you will be aware, OST ranger call signs have been changed to 8135-8139 and City ranger call signs to 1557-1559.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/24/2018 6:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Bruce Blakemore for DOL (lab) on Owl Creek Trail near Red Barn. Friendly and compliant. I explained agriculture and wildlife rationale behind code, and referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 6/24/2018 4:00 PM
The ACES natties and I contacted a large family that left trail in James H. Smith OS. I directed them to use South Gate for river access, recommended they visit the observation platform, and referred them to Pitkin Outside.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/24/2018 4:00 PM
Written Warning: Chad Soltic for dog in closure at South Gate. Soltic exited vehicle in lot and briefly entered the Preserve from a gap in the fence. Soltic is out of Boulder and was unfamiliar with regulations. After lecture, I elected to make it a warning.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 6/24/2018 3:30 PM
I gave Monika Vass a written warning for having her dog off leash on the hunter creek trail. This was her third warning, but she has not been contacted since 2010. I was very clear that her next violation would be a ticket! Very nice and cooperative.
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 6/24/2018 3:00 PM
Tagged cache of personal items in camp beneath tree near Stein Trail Beach. 39°13′17″ N 106°51′49″
8135 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 6/24/2018 2:30 PM
Verbal Warning: John Jobes of Texas for DOL (shaggy white dog) on Stein Trail. Friendly and compliant. Pointed out signage and referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 6/24/2018 1:00 PM
Monitored BTC bike event. Despite being denied a permit by OST and Pitkin County, the event organizer routed the ride down County roads, set up a large aid station at Pitkin Iron, and used the Emma Trail underpass. I plan to issue to commercial use violation citations ($1000 x 2). BTC also spray chalked County roads and Emma Trail (3rd offense). I spoke with event organizer and allowed them to continue using aid station and underpass to avoid dangerous conditions for participants.
8137 Sky Mountain Park Verbal Warning 6/24/2018 12:00 PM
I noticed two e-bikers heading up Ditch line, I intercepted them at viewline. I let Sean Ferman and John Lay know that e-bikes are not allowed on any single track trails. I educated them on Pitkin outside, they were apologetic and compliant. I instructed them to take owl creek trail back to town.
8135 Emma Homestead Patrol/Outreach 6/24/2018 12:00 PM
Found front door of Mather house unlocked. I briefly checked inside and found no one. I locked it up and emailed Ted.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 6/24/2018 9:30 AM
E-mailed Kurtis Tesch (CPW) looking for advice on North Star moose situation. He advised us to just keep up education and outreach. He does t want to haze the moose and he understands why we can’t close the area.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Issued verbal warning 6/24/2018 9:15 AM
Spoke with Jennifer Kun with a dog off leash, "not rocket science".
1559 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Called to scene 6/24/2018 8:00 AM
Responded to suicide in Glory Hole Park, hanging.
1559 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Issued verbal warning 6/24/2018 8:00 AM
Spoke with Linda Sandel about leash laws in Aspen and she has never heard of such rules.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/23/2018 2:45 PM
Contacted "Kelly". 5'9'' 40's dark hair. With DOL at mm 41.5 on upper rio. She was "unaware" of the regulation and friendly until I asked her name. She said Kelly and started walking away. I gave her some space to check on 8137 contact from last weekend. By the time I decided it was same person, I could not find her.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 6/23/2018 2:00 PM
Welded new flower fences for flower crew.
1559 Sky Mountain Park Called to scene 6/23/2018 12:00 PM
Responded w/ 20, and 8139 enroute, to bottom of Airline Trail for a bike wreck. Child went off paved Owl Creek Trail Switchback, parents thought child had compound fracture...called 911, everyone was fine.
8139 Seven Star Ranch E-bike Contact 6/23/2018 11:45 AM
Ran into Jerry Hosier and Bill Seguin on the top of 7 star riding E Bikes. They was fairly upset to be contacted about it and wanted the regulations to be changed so they, at 70, could still enjoy the trails. I explained the regulations and gave him Gary's information so he could tell him directly his sentiments. I also explained the fine structure and that if he was contacted again on single track he would receive a citation. He threatened to "not give the county another cent" in donations if that happened. Polite but not happy. VW
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 6/23/2018 11:00 AM
I contacted Laura Solver about her Dog Roxy off leash. Her dog was hard to control and was in close proximity to a deer and her newborn. Due to having almost no control of her dog I passed the VW and went straight for the WW. She understood her next dog offense would be a citation.
8137 Glassier Open Space Parking 6/23/2018 11:00 AM
Picked up a lot of trash at the glassier parking lot and took note of a suspicious camper van. Pic in email.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/23/2018 10:45 AM
Contacted Rick Green and his two black off leash dogs Charlie and Peaches. Explained the regulations. Compliant. VW.
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Followed-up on issue 6/23/2018 9:30 AM
followed up on a report of a downed tree near the long houses. Cut up small tree near the HTC/Longhouse junction
1559 Meadows Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/23/2018 8:45 AM
Cleaned up and hauled out 3 bags of trash from Meadows Open Space. Thank You Jim P for the bagging assistance.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Penalty Assessment 6/22/2018 2:45 PM
I issued a citation to Justin White from Aspen Cycling tours for not having a commercial biking permit. I informed him of how they could apply for a permit for future trips.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Patrol/Outreach 6/22/2018 11:00 AM
Checked for the pipe used by the wheatley lessees. They have removed it. However, Gary informed me they wanted to use it again Tuesday but were denied. We need to check Tuesday to make sure they do not have any equipment running across the Rio.
8135 Wheatley Gulch Wildlife 6/22/2018 11:00 AM
Be Bear Aware in this gulch! I was too quite and ended up in a sketchy situation with a young bear. I was blocked in the gulch with an aggressive bear.
8139 Jaffee Park Parking 6/22/2018 8:30 AM
Pink tagged a Tioga Winnebago CO QMZ-654 for parking overnight in the jaffee lot.
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Followed-up on issue 6/22/2018 8:00 AM
Cleared downed tree across Ute Trail w/ 1957
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Patrol/Outreach 6/21/2018 3:00 PM
Received an email from Gary about the lessee at wheatly putting a high pressure pipe across the trail with a ramp over it. This is nor authorized, nor will it be. If it is still there tomorrow we are to ticket the lessee.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Special Event 6/20/2018 7:00 PM
Great turnout for the Lazy Glen Bridge ribbon cutting!
8135 Stein Trail Accident/Rescue 6/20/2018 2:30 PM
Responded to 9-1-1 call from unknown individual on Stein Trail. The caller reported he was in some kind of bike accident. I rode Stein Trail and RGT, spoke with other trail users, UTL.
8136 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 6/20/2018 2:00 PM
Pink tag/note written to Subaru Forester CO 677-YLJ explaining parking is reserved for trail users only. No RFC employee parking unless valid permit displayed.
8135 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 6/20/2018 1:00 PM
Fixed both ranger chainsaws. There will be a saw in each truck. I will try to mix gas to stock with the saws.
8135 Public Works Office Maintenance 6/19/2018 6:00 PM
Finished building shelving system for 108. Ducky and boat gear goes on top. Chainsaw, PPE, felling axe, etc. go in suspended box. Tools go underneath. Drill and screw index sit underneath chainsaw box. Bear with me while I figure out how to best rig the toolbox. Looks sweet though!
8135 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 6/19/2018 3:00 PM
Responded to report from the Cozy Pt Ranch Manager (Jake Moe!) of campers at base of BCT. GOA. Green DIY camper with male and female occupants.
8137 East of Aspen Trail Written Warning 6/19/2018 2:30 PM
White Jeep Patriot with license plate Colorado hoo-039 was parked on the east of aspen trail before the bridge section. By address 44600 hwy 82.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 6/19/2018 2:30 PM
Sent Myers-Dilworth a ticket via certified mail, per her wishes.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 6/19/2018 2:00 PM
1957 reports Duffy’s Wiggles is now free of camps. 1957 returned belongings to Jim Prudhoe (now out of jail).
8135 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 6/19/2018 11:30 AM
First on scene for code medical callcin vehicle at Dump turnoff. 69yo female. A&Ox4. Light headed, SOB, possible altitude sickness. Turned over to Snowmass Fire after short assessment and cleared. Pt transported to AVH.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/19/2018 10:30 AM
Andrew lustig had both his dogs of leash on hunter creek trail. He was aware of the regulation, first contact. From New Mexico, friendly, compliant.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 6/19/2018 10:30 AM
Patrolled Arbaney-Kittle Lot after reciting parking complaints. I issued verbal warnings to two contractors working on house closest to the lot (CO: 017-XSE and CO: 716-ZSI). I tagged two RFC vehicles not displaying the temp permit (ID: 1A 2272Z GMC and CO: FXO-328 Jetta), and issued a verbal warning to one driver. I left a note on another RFC vehicle (CO: TWQ-182 Mercedes) requesting they park on the outer perimeter of the lot and leave closer in parking for trail users. There were two vehicles parked in the lot that were here yesterday as well - unclear if they are RFC employees (CO:MMO-165 RAV4 and CO: 667-YLJ Forester). All told there were at least 15 RFC vehicles (but potentially more). I emailed my observations to the permit holder.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 6/18/2018 5:00 PM
Accepted fine payment from T. Ferrer for closure violation ticket (Glassier).
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/18/2018 4:00 PM
Cited Andy Webster of Los Angeles for off-leash German Shepherd on North Star Beach and in Roaring Fork River. Webster didn’t notice two rows of signage.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Penalty Assessment 6/18/2018 1:30 PM
Contacted Joy Myers-Dilsworth with small DOL on Hunter Creek Trail near Benedict Bridge. Myers has now been contacted by rangers 6 times for dog violations. Myers initially claimed not to remember ever being contacted by a ranger, although she eventually acknowledged past warnings or a ticket. Myers refused to cooperate. I followed up with her by phone, she refused to meet me, and she requested I serve her via mail (to which I agreed).
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 6/18/2018 8:00 AM
Followed up with Court. T. Garnett initially FTA'd, and then showed up and paid fine to Court.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 6/17/2018 3:00 PM
Pink tagged items belonging to two different camps below RGT @ MM 40.5 with 1839 and 1959. We contacted Jim Prudhoe camping just downstream of where he was contacted yesterday; 105 and 115 subsequently arrested Prudhoe for violating an RO. We removed a truckload of items and 1959 transported them to the Jail.
8136 Woody Creek Parking Lot Signage 6/17/2018 3:00 PM
Installed 2 “no overnight parking” signs at the WC trailhead.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/17/2018 2:15 PM
Found Ernie, a yellow lab, walking himself down RGT near entrance exam on leash but without his humans. I contacted his owner Claire Cribbs, and explained the importance of maintaining control of the dog on the trail because of the heavy use. She was cooperative and from out of town. First contact, VW
8136 Dart Conservation Easement Trails 6/17/2018 1:30 PM
RGT flooded at mm27.80. I put 2 cones on either side with 1 sign stating, “Trail may be flooded”.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Dog Offense 6/17/2018 12:00 PM
I noticed a lot of dog feces near the bottom of smuggler mtn. road. More than usual!
8135 Prince Creek Trail Parking 6/17/2018 12:00 PM
Checked Bull Pen Lot - the parking lot closure looks intact. The BLM has posted a sign announcing Prince Creek camping will be closed from tomorrow (6/18) onwards until early Fall for campground construction.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 6/17/2018 11:15 AM
I put a no e bike sign on the tootsie roll trailhead.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/17/2018 11:00 AM
A kids day camp and livestock (pigs!) have been added to Glassier Ranch OS at the homestead.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trash 6/17/2018 10:30 AM
Removed a bottle of Pinto Grigio stashed beside the BHS trailhead port-a-john... very classy.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Verbal Warning 6/17/2018 10:00 AM
Verbal Warning: Dan and Lauren Johns for DOL x 4 (three bull dog-type dogs and one dachshund) on new Lazy Glen trail. The Johns sold OST part of the land that is now Lazy Glen OS. I educated them about the need for leashes considering the active agriculture, and referred them to Pitkin Outside. I also invited them to the Lazy Glen ribbon cutting on 6/20.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 6/17/2018 9:00 AM
Pink tagged gray truck with camper (CO: MXO-581) parked overnight in WCTH. Please keep an eye out for continuing problems. I later took a call from the RO, Paula, who works at the WCT. Paula was upset there was no signage stating lot was closed to overnight parking. We had a good chat, and she was happy we planned to post signage. 1837 posted two signs that afternoon.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 6/16/2018 4:30 PM
Came across several caches of property inside duffy’s Wiggle. 1836 joined to continue a walk through when we encountered an occupied camp. 72 assisted in making contact with the subject, Jim Prudhoe. We gave Prudhoe 24 hours to remove his belongings and vacate the location @1200 6/17/2018.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/16/2018 3:00 PM
10 and myself went to serve Tom Anderson. He was not at his residence. I'll try again when I return.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/16/2018 1:00 PM
DOL w/ Kelly who refused to give her last name or more information. Quickly became upset as I asked her for further info and explained regulations. She stated she is aware of regs and lives in the area. I persisted and she continued to walk away stating, “I’d rather not hike than get in trouble.” And, “I can’t get in trouble today”. - Large long haired tan and black dog At the first boardwalk approx 200ft from trailhead. Average height, dark tan complexion, brown hair, approx in her 40s.
8137 Prince Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/16/2018 12:45 PM
I gave Aaron Tripolino a verbal warning for biking down the prince creek trail with his dog off leash. There are no dogs allowed on the downhill portion of the trail. Good educational contact.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 6/16/2018 12:00 PM
Rough contact with Tom Anderson about his DOL on Cozyline. He fled to his own property. I will be following up with a citation.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Park use heavy 6/16/2018 8:00 AM
manned City of Aspen booth at Saturday Market for majority of day. No other city employees showed up... Provided info on wildfire protection and Open Space questions.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/15/2018 10:15 AM
I issued Geoff Peck with a verbal warning for dog off leash on hunter creek trail. He had just passed the kiosk where there is a very obvious sign. He is from out of town, first contact.
8135 Administration Illegal Camping 6/15/2018 8:00 AM
I spoke with Jim Prudhoe and directed on how to get his stuff back. He seemed happy the deputies kept it.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 6/15/2018 8:00 AM
WFR recert
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/14/2018 12:00 PM
Posted county fire restrictions on various trailheads and kiosks
8139 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 6/14/2018 10:30 AM
Pink tagged CO 364-SQR for construction parking after observing a male exit the vehicle and run across the lot toward the house next door.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 6/14/2018 9:30 AM
Spray painted the volcanos through the DV loop up to Lazy glen open space.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 6/14/2018 8:00 AM
WFR recert
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 6/13/2018 5:00 PM
Chris from Aspen Fly fishing let me know that there have been a lot of spin fishing at Jaffee during the lunch hour. He says it looks like construction workers. I let him know we don't cite for fishing violations but will contact Kurtis with CPW if we see it.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/13/2018 3:15 PM
I issued Keegan Smiddy, Drew Miller, and Nolan Farrey a written warning for selling drinks and offering free rides at Stillwater bridge. I gave them information about how to apply for a commercial use permit. I also gave them Pryce’s and Janet’s phone numbers to get more information. They said they talked to a “ranger” yesterday that said their business idea was cool as long as they were out of the way.
8137 Emma Open Space Signage 6/13/2018 1:15 PM
I removed the sign and cone at Emma open space rgt for flooding.
8135 Stein Park (AVLT) Patrol/Outreach 6/12/2018 1:30 PM
Educated three guys drinking, smoking a joint, and taking up part of the Stein Park lot with a raft. They were cooperative and excited about the new river map.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/12/2018 1:30 PM
Dispatch aired a “hazard” call regarding a syringe and possible drugs on the roadside at Marilyn OS. APD Responded UTL. Keep your eyes out...
8135 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 6/12/2018 1:00 PM
Observed “Train Your Brain Camp” in Jaffee Park. Left voicemail for Christina Grandy, camp organizer, giving her 24hrs to apply for a permit. This is the third year they’ve failed to follow the permit process.
8135 Roaring Fork River Whitewater 6/12/2018 12:00 PM
Finished the new river map and EMS chart for the Slaughterhouse section of the Roaring Fork. Please make sure you have a copy in your ticket tin and truck.
8135 Highway 82 Patrol/Outreach 6/11/2018 3:30 PM
Monitored call related to felony car stop on Indy Pass near the closure gate. Some LE staged near North Star. Traffic was stopped at Difficult campground. Rangers left area to be safe.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 6/11/2018 1:30 PM
Pink tagged gray FJ (FL: 260-MDC) parked illegally at turnaround above Smuggler Mtn Obs Deck.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 6/11/2018 11:00 AM
Sent follow up letter to T. Ferrer regarding overdue fine payment.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/10/2018 6:15 PM
Everywhere at the preserve was busy when I left the area around 1815hrs. Several outreach contacts at wildwood for both speakers, glass, etc.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 6/10/2018 4:30 PM
Overheard a medical call on RGT near Rock Bottom Ranch at MM 18.0 - well outside our jurisdiction.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 6/10/2018 4:00 PM
Moved along a half dozen river users from beach across from JHS. This beach is posted as closed. I educated group on “float through” nature of the preserve. JHS is the place to patrol and makes for easy river contacts. That said, we should make a point of getting on the water once a weekend day.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 6/10/2018 3:30 PM
Pink tagged black Tundra (CO: QAT-483) parked in Wildwood loading zone for hours. I would’ve issued a ticket if I could. USFS FPO had a warning tag on a van (CO: NPO-398) parked in fire lane. Per 1838, the FPO stated she had issued two tickets (or were these just warnings?). No ACES natties or FPOs present. Many cars parked in HWY 82 ROW (this is an issue for PCSO/CSP). I’ve inquired with ACES and USFS about the timeline for staffing Wildwood.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 6/10/2018 3:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Marissa Miracle for black DOL on East of Aspen Trail bear Stillwater. Miracle lives in a camper van (UT: 566-2DJ). Dog was wet and had probably been in the river, but I never witnessed it.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 6/10/2018 3:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Kalle Edwards for brindle DOL at Stillwater. Dog had been on watercraft and was let off onto trail without being leashed.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 6/10/2018 2:30 PM
I gave Riley Engles, Zach Willson, and Nick Willson a verbal warning for being on the beach across from the James H Smith trail.
8135 Crystal Trail Special Event 6/10/2018 1:00 PM
Worked the ACSC Community Pedaleando with 1837. We managed bike traffic at the Prince Creek Rd-Crystal Trail intersection and did some outreach. Good turnout with about 100 riders. It was a great outreach opportunity.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/10/2018 12:30 PM
Had a nice conversation with APD bike patrol 118, Ian. He asked what our function was and how to reach us. Surprised we were on pit law. He had contacted a scooter on the rio grande trail recently and I let him know we would like to involved with calls like that.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Parking 6/10/2018 9:30 AM
Noticed several cars parked in incomplete Bull Pen Lot. The site was open with no signage, and it appears to be available for Prince Creek parking. I checked with Chris Baroody, and it seems parking will be allowed until Monday night.
8135 Elk Park Patrol/Outreach 6/10/2018 9:00 AM
Noted trash can is overflowing in Elk Park. Dog bags have not been restocked. Elk Park sign is also missing. Cans and dog bag dispenser near Redstone bathrooms look fine. I notified Ted.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/09/2018 5:00 PM
Dispatch notified me of a ditch leaking onto the rio just up from Emma school house. I notified Ted, Bill, and Paul. 1839 put out cones and signs.
8137 Wheatley Gulch Maintenance 6/09/2018 1:00 PM
I was driving by Wheatley Gulch when I noticed a couple guys moving a large piece of irrigation equipment out of the trail. I thanked them, and added some rocks to keep it from happening again. I think it is more secured than it was, but I think the leasee should be notified asap! Could be potentially very dangerous
8136 East of Aspen Trail Maintenance 6/09/2018 12:00 PM
A 2x4 has fallen from the fence on the boardwalk section of EoA nearest Wildwood Lane. Next time someone is up there with a truck lets fix it with a power drill.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Parking issues 6/09/2018 11:30 AM
Tagged a blue Suburban parked in the fire lane at Wildwood Put-in.
8136 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 6/09/2018 11:00 AM
DOL w/ Adam Zepeda near Aspen Club on EoA. Friendly and compliant. Referred to Pitoutside and signage. First offense. VW.
8137 Elk Park Special Event 6/09/2018 9:00 AM
Assisted 76 at the redstone bike rodeo for the kids of the crystal valley. Educated kiddos on being car aware on redstone boulevard. Also gave away some swag and taught them some new skills!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/08/2018 4:00 PM
Completed orientation for ACES Naturalist Crew Lead, Grayson Bauer, and for the remaining river guides permitted to operate on the Preserve (with the exception of Blazing Adventures, which still needs to complete its orientation).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Resource Damage 6/08/2018 2:00 PM
Spray painted a variety of “volcanoes” in the pavement of the RGT upstream of Grindley Bridge. Keep an eye out for trail damage and mark with the orange spray paint in the truck side doors.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 6/08/2018 1:00 PM
1838 located a possible camp at Duffy’s Wiggles (MM 40.5). 1838, 1957, and I joined and ended up in contact with Jim Prudhoe. I educated Prudhoe on camping regs and how to access HHS resources. 59 later joined and arrested Prudhoe for a warrant out of Arapahoe County. I transported Prudhoe’s bike and belongings to the PCSO impound lot.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/08/2018 10:00 AM
Spoke with an older gentleman that was concerned about DOL on the section near BHS "on sundays". I gave him my card and told him we would keep an eye out.
8135 Open Space & Trails Commercial Permit Check 6/08/2018 9:00 AM
Met with PCSO, AAD, AVFD, Comm Dev, City of Aspen, APD, and Bike Tour Colorado to discuss upcoming event. Upon further discussion with Gary T., I denied their permit based on a history of noncompliance and a current insufficient application.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/07/2018 3:00 PM
Contacted a group of 4 guys in the north lot at Northstar. They were pulling out fishing equipment and said they have fished in the area in the past and did not know it was against the rules. They were friendly a left to fish another area.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/07/2018 10:00 AM
1836 & 1839 helped the Sheriff's office locate an individual for a welfare check on Hunter Creek Trail. See report for more details.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 6/06/2018 5:00 PM
OST RANGERS: Please review the updated 12.40.030 (A) and 12.40.030 (B) for changes. I've updated the codes under "Codes" in Ranger Mobile. The first code revision allows Class 1 e-bikes on crusherfine or paved trails only. (E-bikes are still prohibited on single-track trails; Class 2 and 3 e-bikes are prohibited). The second revised code institutes a 20 mph max speed limit for cyclists on OST: "All trail users will travel at safe speeds at all times with a maximum speed limit of 20 miles per hour unless otherwise posted." The emphasis during education and enforcement should still be "safe speeds." The 20 mph cap was adopted to make us consistent with RFTA. Note: this revision has been signed by the BOCC, but will not be official until the file is digitally recorded and made publically available.
8135 Sheriff's Office Mutual Aid 6/06/2018 3:00 PM
I presented to 20+ members of the Pitkin County Sheriff's Office on what OST is, what OST's goals are, what rangers do, and how can we best work together. Reception seemed good. I shared a stack of business cards and Pitkin Outside cards, and I invited the PCSO to use as a resource. The possibility of deputy-ranger co-bike patrols remains open and is supported by 03.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/06/2018 1:30 PM
Busiest day I've seen on the RGT this year. There were very large groups of rental cyclists (upwards of 30+ in one group). There were also large groups of cyclists on rental E-bikes. I spent some time directing cyclists to ride in one lane. Trail etiquette will soon become an issue.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/06/2018 12:00 PM
Observed a group of 13 road cyclists on BCT this morning. Observed a group of 20-30+ rental bike riders in lunch bunch. Neither group was obviously commercial, and I didn’t get a chance to investigate further. Keep eyes out for commercial use w/o permit.
8137 Owl Creek Trail Trails 6/05/2018 5:00 PM
I cut a large tree overhanging the owl creek trail right next to the airline trail junction. There is also a fair amount of gravel on the paved trail in the same location.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/05/2018 1:00 PM
Tagged 7 active tents and 2 bed rolls on Marolt Open Space on the strip across from the hospital. Spoke with multiple individuals who had been sleep there and they have agreed to move. After speaking with 129 (Andy) we are going to give them until approx. 6/14 to remove all belongings and trash.
8137 Administration Counters 6/05/2018 12:30 PM
I bought new AA batteries for the counters. There are 3 counters left. Deadline and the two at glassier.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/05/2018 12:30 PM
Moved along several people with SUPS and/or beach furniture at Beach Gate.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/05/2018 12:30 PM
Installed, "No Boat Launch" on the fence left of the JH Smith entrance.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Maintenance 6/05/2018 12:30 PM
Ped bridge 10 min loading/unloading area looks better after CDOT fixed the slope yesterday.
8137 Lani White Trail Trails 6/05/2018 12:30 PM
I cut some branches out of the trail on lani white.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Found resource damage 6/05/2018 8:30 AM
Welded backstop on Iselin Field which had been damaged during the winter.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Maintenance 6/04/2018 11:30 AM
CDOT is working on regrading the road/pullout at the pedestrian bridge.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Lost and Found 6/03/2018 7:00 PM
1837 and I took in a lost-and-found telescoping SUP paddle at Stillwater.
8136 Moore Open Space Parking 6/03/2018 6:00 PM
Put one final warning on the small trailer parked at the chapel. 48 hours to remove or it will be towed.
8137 Administration Meeting/Planning 6/03/2018 6:00 PM
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8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 6/03/2018 4:00 PM
Videotaped a SUP boarder stick the landing on Slaughterhouse Falls. Impressive.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Resource Damage 6/03/2018 3:00 PM
Discovered lots of cigarette butts and a bag of empty bottles at the Stein Park picnic table. Nearby “campsite” is empty. 1837 and I later observed the owner of the green Ford Explorer drinking in the park, hanging out at the picnic table, and loitering in the passenger seat of his vehicle.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Closed Area 6/03/2018 2:00 PM
Unfriendly contact with father and son biking through posted “Restricted Area” at east end of Aspen Airport runway to reach Owl Creek Trail. I informed the man that he was committing a misdemeanor and requested he pay attention to signage in the future. I had to clarify to the man that this was not a “stop” and he was not getting a citation. The man indicated he knew the area was closed and explained they rode through because there wasn’t a trail connection to Butterline Trail. I explained Butterline Trail connects directly to the Buttermilk Lot.
8135 Sky Mountain Park E-bike Contact 6/03/2018 1:30 PM
Issued warnings to three men (Ryan Hawkins, John Frankquemont, and Carson Murison) out of Denver for E-MTB on Airline Trail. The men rented BMC E-MTB at a rental shop in Aspen. They didn’t recall the name of the business. I turned them around and asked them to deliver my card to the shop. The men were cooperative, but the regulation is signed at all accesses to the park. They understand next contact is a $100 fine each. After outreach campaign to shops is complete (upcoming) we may start issuing tickets even to renters. Locals should know better by now, and we should be more strict with them.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 6/03/2018 12:30 PM
Tioga Montana RV (CO: 472-PCR) is parked in Jaffee Park Lot. Check back tomorrow to make sure it’s not parked overnight.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Maintenance 6/03/2018 12:30 PM
Cut and removed overhanging branches from Aspen-Mass Trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/03/2018 12:00 PM
Noticed pink arrows drawn in chalk directions something (MTBers?) from RGT to social trail that descends to Jaffee River Trail. Arrows seem to be new as of today. Keep eyes out for a rogue bike event? Nothing unusual in Jaffee Park Lot.
1559 Meadows Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 6/03/2018 8:00 AM
8137 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/02/2018 3:30 PM
I floated Northstar today, it was an excellent opportunity for education and outreach. Having more of a presence on the river seems useful.
1559 Smuggler Mountain Everything great 6/02/2018 2:45 PM
RFOV wrap-up, thank you, and good-bye.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/02/2018 2:30 PM
I observed a dog in the preserve across from the observation deck, I noticed they continued down the river so I met them at Stillwater bridge. As they approached, they also had amplified music. I cited Casey Cunningham for dog in a closed area and verbal Warning for amplified music.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Everything great 6/02/2018 1:30 PM
Cy Johnson Ditch Check
8136 James H. Smith Open Space Wildlife 6/02/2018 1:00 PM
2 moose were hanging on JHS. They did not want to be friends.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Litter moderate 6/02/2018 11:45 AM
Found and reported bear trash violation at 4th and Hopkins to 142 for follow up.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Parking issues 6/02/2018 11:00 AM
10 min rule violation; take out parking. Party moved on.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/02/2018 11:00 AM
Outreached several groups of folks looking to put in SUPs and/or tubes at the Beach Gate NS.
1559 Smuggler Mountain Everything great 6/02/2018 8:15 AM
RFOV project management on Mascotte Trail. 7 water bars installed on trail by volunteers.
8139 Moore Open Space Parking 6/01/2018 5:00 PM
A small trailer, pink tagged 5/30, is still in the lower aspen chapel parking lot. No license plate, possibly abandoned.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/01/2018 4:00 PM
Took cold report of SUP boarders padding while letting dog run on shore through closure. UTL.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/01/2018 4:00 PM
Conducted first of two river guide orientations at North Star. We talked about the history of the Preserve, OST’s mgmt. goals, and how guides “can lead by example” when it comes to behaving on the river. The next orientation is 6/8.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 6/01/2018 2:30 PM
Pink-tagged two vehicles parked in boat un/loading zone end of Stein Park Lot.
8135 Stein Trail Accident/Rescue 6/01/2018 1:30 PM
Responded to code medical call for 46yo male (former resident of Intercept Lot fresh out of jail who may be camping on Open Space) with head injury. Patient was at the top of the Stein 69 Stairs. A&0x1. ETOH. Multiple head lacs. I applied ABD bandage and helped package patient.
8139 Glassier Open Space Illegal Camping 6/01/2018 1:00 PM
From the top of glassier trail, I observed a camp to the west towards the buckhorn trail / BLM land. With GIS I was able to confirm the camp was on BLM. I sent a pin and photos to 1835 and it was forwarded to Grant at the SO.
8135 Open Space & Trails Signage 6/01/2018 12:00 PM
Finished revising mock ups for New OST Outreach sandwich boards (to be rolled out ASAP). Signs will cover bike etiquette, closures, E-bikes, and chronic enforcement issues.
8137 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 6/01/2018 11:45 AM
I had to replace a lot of leashes today. Lain white was empty, and the hunter creek trail heads only had two each. Carry extras!!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 6/01/2018 10:30 AM
Completed draft of new EMS access map for Slaughterhouse section of Roaring Fork River with accompanying chart matching RGT mike markers to river features and egress points. I sent out to river companies to get feedback.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 6/01/2018 8:30 AM
Received and deposited C. Means fine payment.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 6/01/2018 8:30 AM
Spoke with Deputy DA Luisa Berne (our new contact). Introduced OST. Followed up on Tierney Jane White ticket - she FTA’d x 3 and then paid Court.
1559 Parks Office Double w/other officer 5/31/2018 1:15 PM
bi-weekly city ranger meeting
8139 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 5/31/2018 11:30 AM
Pink tagged a silver Winnebago camper van that had been parked in the lower smuggler parking area overnight. CO OPZ-742
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Issued verbal warning 5/30/2018 1:45 PM
Ran into Ms. Daly in Maroon Creek Gorge. No reception to check priors on RangerMobile. Apparently she has been cited by county for off leash. Today, she got away...
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Found resource damage 5/30/2018 1:45 PM
Maroon Creek Gorge trail behind Iselin Field is in desperate need of help. Also many rocks on Maroon Creek Trail.
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Found resource damage 5/30/2018 1:45 PM
Tree Down on Maroon Creek Trail by berms.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/30/2018 1:30 PM
Put up 10 minute loading zone signs at still water and wildwood.
8135 Mills OSP Patrol/Outreach 5/29/2018 5:30 PM
Removed and threw away van seats dumped on Mills OS just outside Intercept Lot. There are far few campers in the Intercept Lot (I counted only 4 vehicles), but 1837 and I still had an unfriendly looking audience during our cleanup.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 5/29/2018 5:00 PM
Pink tagged Winnebago Adventures RV parked overnight in WC TH Lot. Reported by 1957.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Parking 5/29/2018 3:30 PM
Pink tagged silver VW big (CO: 555-XQA) parked blocking EOA trail west of boardwalk. Likely belongs to adjacent residence. This has been an ongoing issue and the homeowner isn’t happy with me. Regardless, vehicles cannot block trail.
8135 Highway 82 Signage 5/29/2018 3:30 PM
Oriented “heavy roadside activity” sign on HWY82 near JHS.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Illegal Camping 5/29/2018 3:00 PM
Cleaned up trash and disassembled structure at campsite in Hunter Creek Valley with 1837.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 5/29/2018 3:00 PM
Dropped off lost items found in Hunter Creek Valley (likely belong to kid or parent) at PCSO.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Issued verbal warning 5/29/2018 11:30 AM
Spoke with Laura Patterson, who seemingly tried to evade our chat, unsuccessfully. Kindly complied once I tracked her down.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Closed Area 5/29/2018 10:30 AM
Made courtesy call to Cooper M. regarding overdue fine payment. Payment is in mail.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 5/29/2018 10:30 AM
Received confirmation that Trevor F. has been served via certified mail in Paonia.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/28/2018 5:30 PM
1836 witnessed two intoxicated individuals stumble to their vehicle with beer. I waited for awhile to see if they were going to drive. 1837 joined me a few minutes later. 1837 noted on his way back to his car that their radio was on in the car. 1836 requested an officer to Stein park and was assisted by 72,76,67. The officers did not have PC and were going make sure the two individuals stayed there. Also note, they were parked in handicap, they littered beer, and publicly intoxicated.
8136 James H. Smith Open Space Parking 5/28/2018 2:30 PM
Pink tag warning left on Subaru CO TVQ-484 for parking at JHS pullout.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 5/27/2018 2:00 PM
Contacted Michelle Fitzgerald about bringing her bike down to the river at South Gate. Compliant and apologetic she didn’t see the sign. First contact. VW.
8137 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/27/2018 12:30 PM
Spoke with Knapp residents who live near Filoha entrance. They reported mountain lions in the area, and lots of traffic in the area. I let them know we were working towards having more of a presence In the crystal valley. Also instructed them to give us a call if and when they see trespassing.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/27/2018 11:30 AM
Contacted David Laughren about his DOL. He was super nice as was his black dog Mya. VW.
8137 Elk Park Parking 5/27/2018 11:00 AM
There was a bunch of construction equipment stored at the elk park parking area. Photo in email.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Fire 5/27/2018 10:00 AM
1836 & 1837 responded to a call about a campfire still smoldering up on smuggler. The campfire was located on Open Space on the road just past the sign near the observation deck. When we arrived it was still smoldering and there was a good amount of trash. We put out the fire, packed out the ash, covered the area in dirt, and cleaned up the trash from the surrounding area. Numerous people stopped us to tell us about the people who were at the site. No one was able to get a license plate but we were told a group of high school kids were seen at the site and leaving in three vehicles.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/27/2018 8:00 AM
Oriented “Heavy Ped Traffic” sign on H82 prior to Stillwater bridge
8137 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/26/2018 2:00 PM
A silver Toyota van has been parked at observation deck parking lot for a few days. Lisence plate. 432-LZQ
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/26/2018 1:30 PM
Peter Glik and party were on the bank of the rf river across from the observation deck. I walked out to notify them of the regulations and noticed they also had a dog. Cited with written Warning at Stillwater bridge. Very sorry, unaware of the regulations.
8139 Jaffee Park Wildlife 5/26/2018 11:15 AM
I fielded a report of a mountain lion sighting near Smith Hill road this morning (Saturday). The woman wasn't sure the name of the trail, I'm thinking it was jaffee river trail based on the description. She reported her adult daughter was jogging on the trail and encountered the lion and scared it off.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/26/2018 11:15 AM
Contacted Susan Bernard about DOL. informed her of the regulations and that Electronic leashes do not count. She was compliant. VW
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/26/2018 11:00 AM
Contacted Lauren Yerger and her dog Otto about DOL. Informed her of the regulation and how it differed from Smuggler. Compliant VW
1557 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Dog off leash - education contact 5/25/2018 4:30 PM
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 5/25/2018 2:00 PM
1836 Talked to Frank Scotti on the phone at 14:00 about his Commercial use of North Star Preserve without a permit on Thursday 5/24/18. Frank said that he contracted out this trip to Charlie MacArthur of Aspen Kayak. Frank was present at the beach when Charlie and the costumer floated by. They stopped to chat, but did not put in or take out on the beach. Frank said that this should not violate our permit system and that he was going to speak with Janet. 1836 was unaware if this was in violation and let Frank know that he would revisit this incident after Frank had spoken with Janet about permits. Frank said he would be stopping in to talk to Janet by Tuesday. If by Tuesday there has been no contact, 1836 will issue a citation to frank Scotti. A citation will be issued if it is decided Nomad Inc. was in violation of Pitkin OST permits.
8137 Glassier Open Space Signage 5/24/2018 1:45 PM
I replaced the closure signs with the please close gate signs on the fences. The closure signs are in the storage, but I did not store them yet.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 5/24/2018 11:30 AM
Responded to Lindsey’s report of Nomad guiding at North Star without a permit. UTL.
8137 Prince Creek Trail Signage 5/24/2018 10:15 AM
Unlocked gate at prince creek bull pen for construction work to begin. Posted signage asking trail users to not park near bull pen during contruction
8136 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/23/2018 1:30 PM
Distributed Town to Crown fliers and PitOutside cards to bike shops and community outreach areas throughout Aspen.
8139 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 5/23/2018 1:15 PM
Contacted Joules Smith about her dog Sierra being off leash. First contact and was compliant. VW
8139 Lani White Trail Dog Offense 5/23/2018 1:00 PM
Contacted Maureen VanWinkle about her two DOL. This was her first contact and was compliant. VW
8139 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 5/23/2018 11:00 AM
Fielded report of people possibly entering the closure on the other side of the river. Investigated and determined they were contracted workers performing survey of GBH and beavers.
8135 Highway 82 Illegal Camping 5/22/2018 5:00 PM
Per 1837 and Public Works, 01 has personally contacted people living in vehicles in Intercept Lot. Evidently, they will soon be served and required to leave within 48hrs. Enforcement starts this Friday.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/22/2018 4:30 PM
Chatted with homeowner on Dorais Way regarding hikers on road wanting to access Filoha. Homeowner was under the impression the public can only access Dorais Way (down to Mtn Lion Way closure rope) while Filoha is open. I found conflicting statements on signage, on Pitkin Outside, and in the Filoha management plan. I spoke with the hikers regarding the Filoha closure and gave them a Pitkin Outside card. 1839 and I also spoke with the Redstone campground host regarding open space trails, regs, river safety, and Pitkin Outside. I gave him a stack of cards and agreed to call back with final word about public access on Dorais Way. I’ve forwarded question to the staff.
8135 Crystal River Valley Closed Area 5/22/2018 3:00 PM
Opened Tarr OS. Walked access to Janeway Flats during CRV orientation with 1839.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Illegal Camping 5/22/2018 2:30 PM
Camp in Hunter Creek Valley reported by herbicide applicator to TO. 1837 responded, located active camp and structure, and reported to 2220.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Signage 5/22/2018 2:30 PM
Posted “no overnight parking” signs at Arbaney-Kittle and Wheatley Beach lots. No sign of camper at AK.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Signage 5/22/2018 1:30 PM
Posted “no dogs” icon on access from Radar Rd (closed to public). In the past an FAA technician brought a dog in this way after finishing work on the tower and was ticketed by 1837. This should close the gap. Oriented 1838 and 1839 to emergency access points at Sky MP.
8135 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 5/21/2018 5:00 PM
Informed 63 of two vehicles parked overnight in Chapel Lot. I then forwarded complaint to Andy Atkinson in attempt to connect with vehicle owners.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/21/2018 2:30 PM
DOL w/ Peter Psaledakis near Benedict Bridge. New dog owner who grew up here in the valley. Unaware of dog regs. First offense. Lecture, pit outside. VW
8135 Emma Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/21/2018 1:15 PM
Noticed a stream of water flowing through the parking area of the Emma school house. The water was coming from the ditch. I informed Ted, Bill, and Paul. Update: Bill has turned down the water and notified R&B.
8136 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 5/21/2018 12:30 PM
63 and I tagged a row of seats (likely from a passenger van) stashed on Mills OS approx 50ft from the power lines on the steep hillside in the back of Int Lot. 72 hours to remove.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 5/21/2018 12:00 PM
Educational contact with two young guys who didn’t leash dog as it got out of river near RGT junction with Sunnyside Trail. Educated on leash law. Dogs can be off leash in water for safety’s sake, but must be leashed upon returning to the trail/shore.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Penalty Assessment 5/20/2018 12:15 PM
1836 and 243 responded to a call at Seven Star about a DOL (Pit-Lab, Lola) on the Trail. 243 Arrives first followed by 1836. Mark Kane and his wife were mountain biking from the Rim trail down Seven Star. Their dog Lola had been leashed once they entered Seven Star. Mark was compliant. 243 suggested to cite Mark with a SVPD running at large ($30) and give them a written warning for the county violation. 1836 agreed. Both 1836 and 243 signed the penalty assessment. First Contact. Cited.
8136 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Trails 5/19/2018 1:00 PM
Yield sign down at RGT/BasaltMass triangular island intersection.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Signage 5/16/2018 2:30 PM
Posted two cones and a sign at the “flooded” section of Owl Creek Trail. I left a message for the Owl Creek Ranch Manager, Jim Snyder, requesting he turn down his irrigation to reduce flooding.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 5/16/2018 11:30 AM
Noticed a young guy with a black dog packing up a camper (CO:OWO-202, Tundra with black camper) in Arbaney-Kittle Lot. I couldn’t find a description of the frequent camper in the Passdown.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/16/2018 11:00 AM
Welcomed hikers and bikers to Glassier. Lots of happy people. Met with Lucy Cerise and watched cattle drive through Glassier to the Crown. It seemed to go well.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/16/2018 9:30 AM
Had a suspicious convo with a cyclist on Glassier Bike Trail regarding how much he would’ve been fined if he’s been caught biking in the closure last week. The cyclist said $100 would’ve been “worth it.” I explained he would be fined if ID’d on a camera.
8135 Glassier Open Space Special Event 5/15/2018 9:00 PM
2100 Opened Viewline, Airline, Cozyline, Deadline, Seven Star, and Glassier Trails. Opened BCT to dogs. Activated 7 trail counters.
8135 Glassier Open Space Vandalism 5/15/2018 8:00 PM
Noted fence next to Buckhorn-Glassier gate had been cut with wire cutters. This is disappointing and may explain why we had few trespasses until the last week (when cameras started to show cyclists descending the closed trail).
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/15/2018 4:30 PM
1600 Recovered wildlife camera from Skyline. Noted one or two sets of footprints. No bike tracks evident. There were 3-4 men working on the radar tower. One had a dog, but it mostly stayed within the perimeter of the radar station.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/15/2018 4:30 PM
APD searched for a female suspect in a theft at Stein Park.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/15/2018 4:00 PM
1530 Contacted man driving camouflage UTV at high rate of speed parallel to the Brush Creek Trail. It was “Demetrius” (who works for Andersen/Droste families) checking ditch problem. I requested Demetrius call us before access our section of the ditch and travel at a more responsible speed. He was receptive and cooperative.
8135 Glassier Open Space Penalty Assessment 5/15/2018 3:30 PM
1430 Sent citation via certified mail to Trevor Ferrer (former OST employee) for trespass on Glassier Ranch OS closure.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 5/15/2018 12:00 PM
1200 Posted two more moose signs at North Star river accesses. Water is up and covering the Beach.
8135 Wheatley Beach Penalty Assessment 5/15/2018 9:00 AM
0900 Cited Cooper Means for trespass on Wheatley Gulch closure. We had a very pleasant convo about being partners in managing open space, and how to address issues at Lazy Glen OS with improved signage. Cooper is an ag lessee.
8135 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 5/14/2018 3:00 PM
1500 Overheard call on Dispatch regarding overnight campers in lower Chapel Lot (owned by OST, leased back to Chapel). I invited 63 to contact me if he needs help. Apparently James Hoge (not Hogue) and Paul Kennedy (“not a nice guy”) are living in a van and a 4RUNNER.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Wildlife 5/14/2018 12:00 PM
1200 Cleared it with CPW and opened OCT.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Wildlife 5/13/2018 12:00 PM
I checked the wildlife camera and there has been no bear activity picked up since the 9th. I also stuck my head in there... no bears. I talked to Kurtis a bit and he is going to give us the word when to open. It will probably be in the next couple of days.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Counters 5/13/2018 10:00 AM
I fixed the 7 star counter and put it back out. Batteries are in it, but not connected. It is ready to go once the trail opens in a couple of days.
8139 East of Aspen Trail Wildlife 5/11/2018 12:45 PM
Young moose hanging in the wetlands near the bridges section of the trail almost to the Wildwood road.
8139 East of Aspen Trail Wildlife 5/11/2018 12:45 PM
Young moose hanging in the wetlands near the bridges section of the trail almost to the Wildwood road.
8139 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/11/2018 11:15 AM
Contacted Deborah Madsen and her chocolate labordoodle Bella about DOL. She was aware of the regulations but did not have her dog on leash At the time. She was polite and responsive. VW
8137 Chapparal Trail Maintenance 5/11/2018 11:00 AM
I looked and looked for the wildlife camera at chaparral today, with out luck.
8136 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 5/11/2018 9:00 AM
Biked through Moore OS in response to a report from “bill” from CoA of camp possibly on OST property. UTL. I believe he was referring to victors spot near the roundabout on RFTA property.
8135 Glassier Open Space Special Event 5/10/2018 5:00 PM
Lucy Cerise called to inform me there will be a cattle drive through Glassier OS (onwards to BLM) on 5/16. I will have gates open and try to snag a few photos.
8135 Open Space & Trails Training 5/10/2018 2:00 PM
Completed ICS-400. Last requirement to join Pitkin IMT.
8135 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 5/10/2018 12:00 PM
Checked out Squatter reported on Moore. It was Victor and his camp on RFTA property. RFTA knows about Victor.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/10/2018 10:00 AM
Responded to complaint by P. O’Brien regarding poor ACC cyclist etiquette on roads near Woody Creek. We’ve talked before about using outreach to improve cyclist behavior on the RGT. The roadway is outside our jurisdiction. I referred ACC to resources on trail and road regulations.
8135 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 5/10/2018 9:00 AM
Took report from City of camp on Moore OS. 1836 will check on it.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 5/08/2018 5:30 PM
1838 and 1839 have completed new ranger training and received shiny new badges! Congrats and welcome to the team.
8135 Red Butte Accident/Rescue 5/08/2018 11:00 AM
Inspected damage from fork lift accident on Red Butte OS with Ted O. I will follow up wi h company soon to request compensation for damages. It will be a significant bill.
8137 City of Aspen Open Space Verbal Warning 5/08/2018 10:00 AM
At 10 am contacted Bill Stevenson with his Black lab Henry. Was walking from music tent with dol. second offense. VW
8139 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 5/07/2018 3:30 PM
Contacted Sarah Bombliss and her dog Snickers for DOL. informed her of the code and PitkinOutside. VW
8137 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/07/2018 11:30 AM
Todd proffits kayak and gear was stashed at stein park.
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 5/06/2018 4:00 PM
Contacted Uriah Caine with dog in Northstar preserve. First contact vw
8137 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 5/06/2018 4:00 PM
Contacted Uriah Caine with dog in Northstar preserve. First contact vw
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/06/2018 2:30 PM
Tree partially blocking near private drive crossing near upper kiosk. It would be very easy to park at the senior lot and zip it.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/06/2018 2:30 PM
1839 and myself found and cleaned the Christmas tree decorations disgarded at HCT.
8136 Owl Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/06/2018 10:00 AM
Contacted two cyclists who seemed interested in using the road once they realized I was parked at the edge of the trail closure (bear activity). As we have seen on the wildlife camera, several people have ignored signage and entered the closure. Neither of these individuals looked familiar to me.
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 5/05/2018 3:00 PM
Todd proffit 3033329791 called and picked up his kayak. He will call to pick up his bike within two weeks.
8137 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 5/05/2018 3:00 PM
Todd proffit 3033329791 called and picked up his kayak. He will call to pick up his bike within two weeks.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/04/2018 3:00 PM
Education contact with two dog owners in the Handy drive parking area. They were about to take there dogs on the trail off leash. One of the other bikers overheard me talking and thanked me. Apparently this is becoming a problem on the trial.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/04/2018 2:00 PM
After more calls today and speaking with Ted and Garry, I removed cones blocking parking near Handy Drive. I also took down all signs suggesting to park at the high school parking lot.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 5/03/2018 1:00 PM
Bill notified me of gear abandoned at Jaffey Park for at least the last four days. I removed a kayak from the waters edge with a paddle. I also cut a bike that had been there for as long if not longer. Both are in storage with photos. I left laminated notes in their place with my card for the owners to contact me. Phone numbers left on the kayak and paddle had been disconnected. The kayak did not appear to be washed up. Both the kayak and paddle were neatly placed together.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Commercial Permit Check 5/03/2018 11:00 AM
Monitored Porkchop photo shoot on East of Aspen Trail. They were compliant and within their permit. However, they did not call me to let me know when they would be there. I showed up at the right time on a hunch. The numbers they left on their permits were not answered.
8135 Red Wind Point Signage 5/01/2018 4:00 PM
Added regulations to Red Wind Point
8135 Crystal River Valley Closed Area 4/30/2018 6:00 PM
Red Wind Point, Wheatley Gulch, Wheatley Beach (to leashed dogs) Red Canyon Trail, and RGT @ Dart (to leashed dogs) open tomorrow. Closure sign has been removed from Thompson Creek OS (opened March 31st).
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/30/2018 6:00 PM
I had a confusing talk with Jeff Edelson (PCRED/Delta 97). OST call signs will soon change to 8101-8105 (1835/8101, 1836/8102, etc.). I am not sure if City call signs will also change.
8135 Wheatley Beach Whitewater 4/30/2018 5:00 PM
Destroyed tiny fire ring upstream of Wheatley Beach. Large strainer upstream of beach has been limbed and cut to allow rising water to wash it away (courtesy of AWR and - mostly - Blazing).
8137 Aspen Valley Ranch/Red Canyon Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/30/2018 3:00 PM
Fielded questions from a home owner at aspen valley, she is concerned with other home owners dogs being off leash and pooping near red canyon trail. May be a good spot for some education.
1559 Rio Grande Park Found resource damage 4/30/2018 10:45 AM
1957 and myself removed human excrement from Jennie Adaire.
1559 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Campsite found/evicted 4/30/2018 10:00 AM
Contacted Michael Costello, with 129, for sleeping on Little Clouds Open Space. He claims it is his land, but it is not. He hopefully removes his belongings sometime today; we will check site this PM.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/30/2018 9:30 AM
Assisted 145 in searching for an off leash dog wondering around the area of 5th and Main. UTL
8135 Open Space & Trails Whitewater 4/30/2018 9:00 AM
Met with Vince Nichols (owner of Blazing Adventures) to discuss development of EMS/river map for upper Fork and Slaughterhouse sections. Map will pair RGT mile markers and best accesses with recognized river features and hazards. 1839 and I hope to have this done by end of May.
1559 Rio Grande Park Campsite found/evicted 4/30/2018 8:45 AM
Responded to a call of indecent exposure on the Rio Grande Trail, near the post office. Contacted, with 120 and 129, a gentleman who appeared to have been sleeping and evacuated his bowls next the boiler in Jennie Adaire Wetlands Gentleman was put under arrest for camping and indecent exposure.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Parking 4/29/2018 5:30 PM
Monitored parking issues at Prince Creek. I heard no complaints aired on Dispatch today. I convinced some people to move up to existing Handy Drive spots. I also documented an impacted impromptu “parking area” (forming at 39°21′33″ N 107°11′10″ W). Everyone I spoke with was very friendly. I directed everyone to pitkinostprojects.com for info on the Bull Pen, and encouraged them to help OST minimize conflicts by respecting neighbors.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Commercial Permit Check 4/29/2018 11:00 AM
Documented two commercial dog walker vehicles in Arbaney-Kittle Lot. Emailed JU with question on permit requirements.
8135 Deer Creek Open Space Wildlife 4/29/2018 10:00 AM
Reported two suspected shed hunters decked out in full camouflage parked downstream of Phillips Hillside. Kurtis responded.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Wildlife 4/28/2018 4:00 PM
Collected photos from Owl Creek Bear den cam. Please check out photos to see if any of the trespassers are familiar. Also, check out the Bears!
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Found resource damage 4/28/2018 1:45 PM
Tree down across Maroon Creek Trail by berm turns.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Found resource damage 4/28/2018 1:15 PM
Located trail damage below Iselin Field. Will bring to attention of Trails supervisor
8135 Prince Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/28/2018 11:00 AM
Spent a few hours out at Prince Creek. The sheriffs department had been getting multiple calls today. I talked to 59 and 20 about what to do up there. They told me right now they cannot ticket because people are parking legally. I used this time to educate people about parking in town, parking respectfully, not blocking private entrance, etc. Bull Pen cannot open soon enough. I would recommend ranger presence on all weekends until open.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 4/28/2018 11:00 AM
Cleaned Nordic chainsaw and returned
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 4/28/2018 10:00 AM
Checked and removed abandoned camp located by county rangers. Thanks for the help 1837. Remnants were taken by folks who apparently know the gentleman and were going to return them.
1559 Smuggler Mountain Followed-up on issue 4/28/2018 8:00 AM
Cut up tree down across Hunter Creek Cutoff.
1559 ABC/BurlingameTrail Found resource damage 4/27/2018 3:00 PM
Found 5 fence posts/rails broken and in need of reinstallation. Passed list along to trails supervisor.
1559 Rio Grande Park Parking issues 4/27/2018 1:00 PM
Collected YCC Bobcat cart from parking garage.
1559 Smuggler Mountain Dog waste - education contact 4/27/2018 10:00 AM
freeby waste pickup warning. I'm too nice.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 4/26/2018 4:00 PM
Pushed dead beaver into current hopping it will float down.
8135 Moore Open Space Signage 4/26/2018 3:00 PM
Put signs back up for dogs must be on leash.
8135 Chapparal Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/26/2018 12:00 PM
Moved wildlife cam down lower on the trail. Documented with photos and location.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 4/25/2018 3:30 PM
Took call from Dispatch for dead beaver in river below Stillwater Bridge. It sounds like the beaver is where it should be... but please push it down river if you are in the area to prevent future calls. There is also a dead deer stuck in the Shale Bluffs rock net (Sky MP) and generating calls.
8139 Moore Open Space Parking 4/25/2018 2:30 PM
Tagged two trailers (one larger snowmobile and a smaller motorcycle) parked in the parking lot. The larger snowmobile trailer had been removed and the smaller motorcycle trailer was still there.
8137 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 4/25/2018 2:00 PM
Tagged a camp on marolt open space. Emailed city rangers with gps and picture.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 4/25/2018 12:00 PM
Cleaned up trash at the North Lot of North Star, including dozens of cigarette butts evidently dropped in dry leaf litter. This is a fire hazard we’ll need to watch out for during the summer. Please clean up micro-trash as you patrol - thanks!
8135 Sheriff's Office Patrol/Outreach 4/25/2018 11:30 AM
Met with 63 (“KT”) regarding co-bike patrols with rangers and deputies. Sounds good to me. 63 will do bike-cop training soon, and then get back to us.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 4/25/2018 11:00 AM
Submitted T. Garnett ticket to Court. Followed up on T. White ticket. DDA has contact her, rescheduled a third hearing, and offered her the chance to pay fine direct to Court.
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 4/25/2018 9:00 AM
Received request from APD for campfire safety info to distribute at Day Center. OST and City of Aspen do not allow open fires or camping on Open Space. I reached out to USFS for fire safety info. Any brochure will include Open Space regs (no fires) and info on criminal liability for sparking wildfires.
1559 Parks Office Everything great 4/24/2018 9:00 AM
Meeting with county rangers on SOPs and tour of dispatch.
8137 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/23/2018 2:30 PM
Cut low hanging tree out of trail near mm 40.5
8135 Owl Creek Trail Wildlife 4/21/2018 3:30 PM
After speaking with Kurtis from CPW, I put back up our trail closure for the bear/cubs on Owl Creek trail. I also put up a wildlife cam facing the den in hopes for some good shots of the bears coming out of the den.
1559 Smuggler Mountain Issued verbal warning 4/20/2018 11:30 AM
verbal warning for management. Redirected users back to obtain bags and leashes
1559 Smuggler Mountain Followed-up on issue 4/20/2018 8:15 AM
Moved rocks on Smuggler Rd. Passable. Will need more people to find them final resting place.
1559 Smuggler Mountain Installed signage 4/20/2018 8:00 AM
Spring sign up to smuggler lookout
1559 Smuggler Mountain Found resource damage 4/20/2018 8:00 AM
Tree down across Hunter Creek Cutoff
8137 Sunnyside Trail Trails 4/19/2018 7:30 PM
Small 8 in. Tree across trail in between rio grand trail and sunny side parking
8135 Prince Creek Trail Parking 4/19/2018 2:00 PM
Took complaint from Stark Mesa resident of parking chaos and traffic hazards on Prince Creek Rd. Ted confirmed issue is caused by mountain bikers parking illegally. I notified the PCSO and requested an extra patrol.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 4/19/2018 11:30 AM
Made follow up call to T. Garnett. Left voicemail indicating payment is overdue.
8135 Wheatley Beach Whitewater 4/19/2018 8:00 AM
Reported strainers at Wheatley Beach to rafting companies. Blazing Adventures had dispatched a crew to remove the trees, but it may take a few days.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Trails 4/18/2018 1:30 PM
Fielded questions from a gentleman regarding trees down on a social trail on SMR. He wanted us to cut and remove fallen trees blocking the trail. I informed him the trails are “social” and not maintained by OST. He would like this to be discussed with my supervisors.
8137 Smuggler Mountain Road Vandalism 4/18/2018 1:30 PM
1837 and 1838 dispersed and duffed a fire ring halfway up smuggler.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 4/18/2018 1:00 PM
1836 and 1839 found a down tree across the Rio Grand in between Lazy Glen and Dart Open Space by the green fence. Tree was partially blocking the trail. Ted and Bill notified.
8139 Wheatley Beach Patrol/Outreach 4/18/2018 12:30 PM
1836 and 1839 noticed two substantial trees had fallen across the majority of the river. 1836 sent report to Bill and Ted.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Penalty Assessment 4/18/2018 11:00 AM
DOL w/ Peg O’Brien on HCT near Lani White. 4th contact. 2nd citation($500).
8139 Jaffee Park Trails 4/18/2018 11:00 AM
1836 and 1839 found a tree across the Jaffee river trail. Tree was cut and moved from trail.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Maintenance 4/17/2018 5:00 PM
Monitored call to Dispatch regarding cars driving on RGT @ N. River Rd. to get around fallen tree. Deputies investigated and UTL. On the bus ride home - I noticed a massive downed tree @ Wheatley Beach and reported it to Ted. Rangers, please check Snowmass Canyon, Lazy Glen, Basalt-Mass, Lower RGT area for tree damage.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 4/17/2018 1:00 PM
Took call from Dispatch. Tierney White called and was unsure of when her second court date was (it was today - she FTA’d for a second time). I advised her to contact the court immediately to reschedule for a third hearing date. I later ran into the DDA on the bus. The judge evidently wanted to confirm White hadn’t paid her fine before issuing a bench warrant. I checked all records and Treasurer’s receipts - no payment has been received from White. The DDA said he would call White again.
8135 Gerbaz Mutual Aid 4/17/2018 10:00 AM
1839 and I assisted Road & Bridge and PCSO by closing Lower River Rd. at Gerbaz Way. Snowmass Canyon and Lower River Rd. were closed for multiple hours due to damage caused by sudden windstorm. CDOT, CSP, Snowmass, PitCo, USFS all responded.
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 4/17/2018 8:00 AM
Handed over evidence (4 paint/drywall buckets) of dumping from 50 N. River Rd. fishing easement to 57. 57 is pursuing the case from here.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/16/2018 12:30 PM
Contacted Sally Hurr on the Rio near the Hunter creek trailhead about her small black dog off leash. Compliant. VW.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Parking 4/15/2018 3:00 PM
Picked up the Forest Service parking area after dispatch had me contact an individual about how trashed it was. There was a great deal of food left-overs that I would imagine was from hut trippers.
8135 Chapparal Trail Wildlife 4/15/2018 2:00 PM
Changed the wildlife cam's SD card and batteries. There were two separate herds of elk.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 4/15/2018 2:00 PM
Sign at the entrance to the Rio at the bottom of Chaparral had been knocked over and broken. Sent Email to Bill, Ted, Pryce.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 4/15/2018 12:00 PM
Big tree down over the trail on the start of the cutoff. I did not have the means to clear myself. This will need a chainsaw. The tree is visible from the sign near the observation deck.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 4/14/2018 4:00 PM
Talked to three ladies after noticing crammed parking at the Perham Creek Trailhead. Apparently they were not aware of the upper parking, no one was parked there. They recommended putting up a sign to indicate more parking spots.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 4/14/2018 12:00 PM
Contacted our RP Greg about the buckets that were littered in the river. He has them and is going to drop them by the office in the next day or two so we can look into it and report it.
8135 Administration Closed Area 4/12/2018 4:30 PM
Contacted Bill about talking with Trevor. He is going to send him a message over the weekend and see if he can get him to say anything.
8135 Stein Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/12/2018 3:30 PM
Noticed a wood pallet down by "dancing man" beach off of the Stein trail. I went down to take a look and a small TP structure was built, but no signs of a camp or campfire, which I suspected with the pallet.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Resource Damage 4/12/2018 10:30 AM
Spent some time looking for paint buckets dumped in river as reported via voicemail. I have not yet talked directly with RP and have not yet located the site. I left him another message 4/12, asking him to email the photos he has and a more detailed location.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/11/2018 11:30 AM
Education outreach near the Bridge on Lazy Glen OS. A man with two yellow labs off leash while fishing. He was under the impression it was okay to have his dogs off leash in this area while fishing and I explained to him you must have your dog on leash on all open space. I recognized his truck and dogs from Jaffey Park. Truck says "Klees Painting".
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 4/11/2018 11:30 AM
Received payment for Nicole Linn. I deposited into OST's account and updated all paperwork.
1558 Smuggler Mountain Dog waste - education contact 4/11/2018 10:45 AM
Nasty dog waste violation contact with Stephan and Susan Elk of Aspen. Susan did end up collecting the turds so this will be a warning.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Written Warning 4/10/2018 3:00 PM
I reduced Lewis Cooper's citations for flying his drone in Filoha to a warning. Cooper was extremely sincere and it was clear he did no know the rules. He took down all online photography of drone use on our properties. Mr. Lewis does not have a photo business and is a commercial user. His website is strictly a portfolio to share. We discussed how to obtain a permit if ever needed in the future.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 4/10/2018 1:00 PM
I received a call from dispatch about five dogs off leash at Northstar. I called the RP and the man had contacted the individual with the dogs. The individual was rude and mocked the RP. The RP also stated the dogs were harassing the geese. I was on my way down valley and could not make it on time. The RP also said it was hard for him to find our contact information on the site and we should consider changing the online contact sheet.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Illegal Camping 4/08/2018 3:00 PM
Gold van (CO:168-VKB) is parked in BLM Lot, likely overnight. We should check back later.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/08/2018 2:30 PM
Removed 36 Christmas ornaments from a tree near HCT. I will have to return with a trash bag to dispose of them. Call me the Grinch...
8135 Brush Creek Trail Counters 4/08/2018 9:30 AM
Reset BCT counter. Removed closure sign on BCT accidentally left up when it opened on April 1st.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 4/07/2018 12:30 PM
Noticed many vehicles parked in Jaffee Park for the second rainy day in a row. I hiked the trail until it started to fade. I encountered 11 fishermen scattered along the river, and saw nothing to indicate they were violating any regulations. Apparently, the fishing was pretty good.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Penalty Assessment 4/07/2018 9:00 AM
0830 A surprisingly busy (and rainy) morning in the Crystal River Valley. Cited Todd Garnett for trespass on Filoha closure. Garnett and his 16yo son, “KG,” (lectured, warned) crosses the river from Penny Hot Springs. I explained the rationale for the closure, pointed out signs they passed, and explained there were 75 elk currently in the meadow. Garnett was very cooperative and apologetic. He is relatively new to the area, and works as an edible MJ chef. Garnett described our interaction as a "learning experience" and called me the "most polite person in law enforcement" he'd ever met (not quite LE, but I'll take the compliment). I referred Garnett to Pitkin Outside and RFC events held at Filoha during the summer.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Resource Damage 4/07/2018 9:00 AM
Cleaned up trash and scattered campfire ashes/ring at Penny Hot Springs. There is one flat area just upstream of the springs that can fit a campsite. Please keep an eye on it.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Mutual Aid 4/07/2018 9:00 AM
Joined 2220 on a contact with 5 individuals illegally camped in pullout downstream of Penny Hot Springs. I had contacted the party at the springs and directed them to meet with 2220. 1 ticket, 4 warnings. No camping permitted within 1/4 of river.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 4/06/2018 9:30 AM
0930 Contacted Mauricio, a contractor, carrying a skill saw from Arbaney-Kittle TH to a nearby residence. I explained commercial parking is not allowed in the lot. Mauricio was friendly and agreed to pass my card along to his boss with my request for them to move vehicles to private land. Mauricio drives a silver pickup (CO: 226 UTT).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 4/06/2018 9:00 AM
Cited Nicole Linn for DOL x 2 (shepherd mixes) in BHS “zero tolerance” area at RGT MM 23.0. One ticket, one warning. Very polite and new to the area. Linn stated “I deserve a ticket” and admitted to seeing the reg. signs at the BHS trailhead. I referred her to Pitkin Outside and explained the active agriculture reasons for our strict enforcement.
8135 Crystal River Valley Patrol/Outreach 4/05/2018 5:00 PM
Patrolled the Crystal. No vehicles (apart from the semi-truck) at the Coke Ovens. Checked bathrooms for Bill. Nothing appears to be impeding the Tarr OS/access as reported. Access remains closed for the season. Big ol’ herd of elk in Filoha Meadows OS.
8135 Wheatley Beach Patrol/Outreach 4/05/2018 3:15 PM
Talked to some nice guys trying their hand gold panning at Wheatley Beach. Seems legitimate? FYI - No dogs permitted until 4/30. We should keep an eye on the Wheatley parking area and notify Kurtis if we see shed hunters before the season starts in May.
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 4/05/2018 3:00 PM
Checked tagged camp below east viaduct on Airport Ranch OS. Tent has been taken down and all items were neatly stacked on the ground or stashed up under the highway. Still active it seems. Dispatch advised me to use "Shale Bluffs" as a well-known landmark when describing this area.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Vandalism 4/05/2018 3:00 PM
Reported fresh-looking graffiti on WC Bridge to Ted.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 4/05/2018 2:00 PM
Bike patrolled upper RGT - very rideable. Jeff used excavator to remove large fallen rocks below Skull Rock. I had the funny experience of explaining who John Denver was to foreign tourists. I told them to look up “Rocky Mtn High.” Only in Aspen.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 4/05/2018 12:00 PM
Pink Tagged green Land Rover (CO:03369F, no front plate) with camper trailer parked in lower Smug lot (on the Mollie Gibson parcel). There was a red generator and a collapsible bike set out suggested the vehicle had been there for awhile. Combined with the items visible in the car, I suspected someone was living in it.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Verbal Warning 4/05/2018 12:00 PM
Entertaining contact with “Peggy” and “Betsy” in Mollie Gibson (City) Park. Peggy had driven her Rolls-Royce onto the park lawn to take photos of her sheep dog for a non-profit pet calendar. The ladies were using iPhones to take photos, and didn’t seem commercial. I had Peggy remove her vehicle and then we walked around to make sure she cleaned up all the dog waste.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Counters 4/05/2018 10:00 AM
Put new batteries in the BCT counter, but the dock is malfunctioning. We will need to troubleshoot. BCT signs were knocked over - I set them upright.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Maintenance 4/05/2018 10:00 AM
Removed debris from the trail and hand swept a few areas. I found a large outdoor space heater on the side of the trail (must’ve fallen out of a truck - whoops!). I noticed Ted.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/05/2018 10:00 AM
Deposited M. Gray’s fine payment.
1558 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 4/05/2018 8:30 AM
Assisted by 129 in contacting several camps along the Castle Creek side of Marolt Open Space, below the ditch. Contacted Zack, a very cooperative young man from AK, who is working in town and agreed to move. Also contacted Randy Alsup and GF Marny. Lots of stuff, very cooperative. Marny had a warrant unfortunately. Randy agreed to move camp and to let neighbor "Doug" know to move also.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 4/04/2018 2:30 PM
Sent citation to Lewis Cooper with tracking. Tracking number can be found in his folder.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Wildlife 4/03/2018 2:00 PM
Checked closure signs. One of the closure signs was missing the paper. I checked out or bear activity and it appeared to be clear. Since Kurt had said it only needed to be closed a few days, one of the signs missing, and no signs of bears, I went ahead and removed the signs.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 4/03/2018 9:00 AM
Placed signs up again, its been super windy. Metal 30 hole closure sign to Ditch Line had came out so I reset that one as well. Tomorrow I want to replace the Cone closing Seven Star back to a 30 hole.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 4/03/2018 8:00 AM
It appears the squatter from Wingo bridge has moved into the east end of the Intercept lot. He is not on OST property, but he is very close and we should keep an eye on him to make sure he isnt disturbing OST property or people on our property. I suspect his camping right in the open like he is doing is going to attract attention of more campers.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 4/02/2018 12:00 PM
Returned gear and food to Randal Alsup. Randal was extremely thankful we held onto his stuff.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/01/2018 9:00 AM
Opened Brush Creek trail to human use.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 4/01/2018 9:00 AM
Picked up cone from woody creek. There was no "Caution Ice" sign on it.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 3/31/2018 5:00 PM
Opened Perham for the season.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Trails 3/31/2018 4:15 PM
Prince creek was dry and since Bill and Ted had placed the bridges back, I opened our section of Prince Creek.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/31/2018 1:30 PM
Contacted Victoria Powel about her Shih Tzu below Stein park. Victoria was compliant, friendly, and willing to put her dog on a leash (provided by 1836).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/31/2018 9:30 AM
No dog sign was pulled out of the ground at Dart again. I put back up.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/30/2018 1:15 PM
Route from PW to Rio is now clear for bikes. There is a bit of debris on the soft path of the Rio just above Stein Bridge. I have sent photos to bill and ted.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 3/30/2018 12:15 PM
Put a bike rack on 107!
8135 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 3/30/2018 10:00 AM
Both signs had been knocked down at each entrance. I placed them back up.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 3/29/2018 6:00 PM
Attended planning meeting for Community Pedaleando event.
8135 Thompson Creek Open Space Maintenance 3/29/2018 2:00 PM
Took call from County Emergency Manager, Valerie MacDonald, regarding big strainer in Crystal River @ Thompson Creek OS/Sustainable Settings. Alex Mrotek wants to coordinate with OS to remove it. Mrotek believes the tree is on our land. Ted informed me he's already on it. Bill Fales, OST, and a contractor will remove the tree within the next week. I informed Mrotek (who turned out to be a whitewater guy), and he was very happy.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 3/29/2018 12:30 PM
Took call from “Kim” who was looking for Lyme’s Disease signs - I directed her to BL, as the City posted these signs on HCT last year.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 3/29/2018 12:00 PM
Dispo of 3/27 court cases: Zinanti (dismissed), White (FTA; rescheduled). Graham Jackson (new DDA) lectured Zinanti on critical importance of habitat closures - noting that trespassing risks life-threatening stress to wildlife during the winter months - and used his prosecutorial discretion to dismiss the ticket/make it a warning. Jackson and I communicated, and I will meet with him soon to discuss OST’s goals and operations.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/29/2018 11:00 AM
Contacted “Josh” in maroon vehicle on BCT. He works for Cozy Point Ranch. Beavers clogged the ditch and he was pondering how to clean it out.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/29/2018 10:00 AM
Met with Claudia Nelson (Daughter of Dr. Johnson) and Liza Mitchell (RFC) at Dr. Johnson's residence to discuss parking for RFC events. We identified an area of CDOT ROW that can serve as occasional overflow parking. I also discussed closures with Claudia and reiterated that cabin guests may only access Filoha Meadows OS from the main gate. Claudia has added a note about this in the cabin guide books. Liza and I discussed efforts to outreach the Latino community (RE: Lazy Glen), and I volunteered the rangers to help with that initiative.
8135 Coke Ovens Park - Redstone Patrol/Outreach 3/29/2018 8:30 AM
Observed a man with a big red backpack hiking up Coal Basin Rd. -seems odd since it was early and it isn’t backpacking season. He stopped briefly on Open Space. We should keep an eye on Upper Schumacher, since this area is only newly under our management and has never been closely monitored. It wouldn’t surprise me to find camps during the summer, as Coal Basin Rd. is a camping/hideout spot.
8135 Elk Park Parking 3/29/2018 8:30 AM
Silver Ford Taurus GL (CO: 853442Y) is parked in Elk Park lot. I was unsure if it was parked here overnight. It doesn’t look like someone is living in it. Check back later.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Wildlife 3/29/2018 8:00 AM
Kurtis Tesch (CPW) requested we close the section of OCT near the bear den. I changed signs to indicate trail is closed and I moved the upper sandwich board to the top of the steep hill to encourage people to take a detour.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Parking 3/29/2018 8:00 AM
RV was gone from Penny Hot Springs parking area. Large portion of the lot is still covered in rockslide debris.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Wildlife 3/28/2018 5:00 PM
Talked to Kurtis from CPW and let him know about the Bear situation. He said we did the right thing by temporarily banning dogs. He wants 1935 to call him tomorrow morning to discuss if it would be possible to close down that section of the trail completely for a few days.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/28/2018 4:30 PM
Noted a large camper taking up multiple parking spots in an already crowded parking lot at the penny hot springs. It looks like they could be settling down for the night. Worth taking a look at tomorrow morning.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/28/2018 2:30 PM
Took down cones and ropes restricting parking at smuggler on request of Bill.
8135 Stein Property Patrol/Outreach 3/27/2018 1:30 PM
Educational contact with a "Jason". Jason came into Stein Park while I was eating lunch and put his dog on a leash after seeing me before getting on the Rio. We talked for awhile and he made clear to me he did not like the rules and had previously been ticketed.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/27/2018 1:00 PM
"Martha" was not happy about this contact below Stein Park. This is the same lady I thought I saw with her dog off leash yesterday, but by the time I caught up with her she had her on. I am unsure of her name as she gave "Martha Stewart" as her name. She was not happy that I asked her for her name again, saying that she already told me her name. She says her dog is a service dog and she wants me to call her after I talk to 1835 about the rules for service dogs and leashes. 970-456-3634. Overall unpleasant contact. VW
8135 Owl Creek Trail Wildlife 3/27/2018 11:00 AM
Put up "no dog" & "trail temporarily closed to dogs due to bear activity" signs in response to a call about a mother bear emerging out of a den right on the owl creek trail. The den appears to be in a culvert between the airline trailhead and the radar road entrance.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 3/26/2018 5:00 PM
Took a call from Lorenzo Semple, journalist with Aspen Daily News, regarding E-bikes. We had a nice chat, and I referred him to the upcoming public meetings and E-bike demo days happening throughout the valley next month. But beware... journalists do not always identify themselves as journalists over the phone (or even give you their name). I was one step ahead of Lorenzo thanks to caller ID.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/26/2018 2:00 PM
Contacted John Parker about his DOL (blue heeler) below Stein park. Compliant, fist contact, VW.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 3/26/2018 11:00 AM
AED OST2 is back online with refreshed battery, new pads, an added CPR mask, and a new carrier case.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Wildlife 3/25/2018 4:00 PM
Debris from the rockslide(s) on Friday is taking up 1/3-1/2 the Penny Hot Springs parking area causing a bit of congestion, but also nicely limiting the crowds. I sent photos to the staff. I also counted a herd of 10 big horn sheep in Filoha Meadows - very rare! I have not seen that many for two-three years. I sent photos to JU.
8135 Crystal Trail Patrol/Outreach 3/25/2018 3:30 PM
Witnessed an extremely close call. Three reckless drivers at the mouth of the Crystal nearly caused a head-on-collision going 15-20mph over the speed limit. My radio did not get through to Dispatch, and I later found out no deputy was on HWY133. 2220 was the nearest officer. This is a good reminder of: 1) Driving HWY133 is dangerous; 2) Our radio reception is poor in areas of the Crystal; 3) We may very well be alone on Crystal patrols - be extra careful.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 3/25/2018 3:00 PM
No sign of trespass at the Glassier closure - definitely melted out though!
8135 Public Works Office Illegal Camping 3/25/2018 11:00 AM
Met with 2220 and took possession of another bag belonging to Alsup. I updated the inventory sheet accordingly. All bags are stored in the lock up. 2220 and I talked wildfires and transient camps - he expects we are in for a big fire this summer. He emphasized the importance of documenting camps (i.e. what items we see on site) and ID'ing occupants for use by investigators after a destructive fire.
8135 Sheriff's Office Mutual Aid 3/24/2018 3:00 PM
Did a favor for 12 & 71, and transported Randy Alsup’s possessions to the ranger lock up. 2220 arrested Randy Alsup at a camp near MM 3.2 Castle Creek Rd. for some variety of FTA. The officers informed me Alsup would be in jail for a few days, and they appreciated a safe place for his gear until then. 12 will coordinate with me on returning Alsup’s possessions hopefully next week. I’ve changed the lock up combo - see the respective Google Sheet. [Please note, if you are the one to return Alsup’s items, use status checks from Dispatch, remember to retrieve Alsup’s groceries from the Public Works freezer (labeled), and be aware there is a knife in one of the backpacks.]
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Mutual Aid 3/24/2018 2:00 PM
Responded to complaint from Dispatch of “kids” shoveling out snow berm on Smuggler Mtn Rd and preparing to drive trucks up the hill. I informed Dispatch the road is open year-round, and I headed over to educate the drivers about the cost of towing and need to yield to trail users on the busy road. UTL.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 3/24/2018 1:45 PM
Verbal Warning: Karen Brooks for DOL (“Bodie”) on HCT below Benedict Bridge. Dog was wearing an “E-collar” (shock collar). I explained OST does not recognize shock collars and reiterated that dogs must be leashed. I referred Brooks to Pitkin Outside for easy to reference dog regs by Trail. Very polite. This is Brooks’ second warning - but I made it a Verbal Warning, as first contact appears to have been for a service dog off-leash named “Jaya” (Brooks did not claim “Bodie” was a service dog). To keep it simple, I warned, explained we ticket for DOL, and took down Brooks’ contact info.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/24/2018 11:30 AM
Did the dirty work of emptying dogi pots on Smuggler. Bill is on vacation and I offered to cover his rounds.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 3/24/2018 10:30 AM
Gold van (CO: 168-VKB) is parked in Wildwood Lot. I know the owner. I will check back tomorrow to make sure he’s not parking overnight. At 1330 I saw the van had moved to HC Rd. - another habitual camping spot for this guy.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 3/24/2018 10:30 AM
Cited Michelle Gray for DOL on EOA Trail east of the viewing platform. I lectured and issued a written warning to Gray last autumn. She stated, “I owe you $100,” when I walked up. Gray was very polite, and did not seem concerned about the ticket. Gray already knew the fine for second offense will be $500.
8135 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 3/23/2018 1:30 PM
Ordered replacement parts for AED OST2. I also inquired about buying a third AED and AED trainer unit.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/23/2018 10:00 AM
Set upper BCT closure sign upright again. Came upon a disabled vehicle partially blocking traffic on curve in Owl Creek Rd. at AOC. Visibility was poor. Hung out with my light bars on until 59 took over.
8135 Administration Special Event 3/22/2018 3:30 PM
Hired the second of two seasonal rangers for the summer - Nathalie Nevins! Nathalie is a long-time Blazing guide and native Aspenite. Welcome to the team.
8135 Administration Special Event 3/21/2018 4:00 PM
Hired one of our two new seasonal rangers - Megan Ballard. Megan was formerly an OST ranger in 2009/10, and she is excited to join the team once again!
8135 Stein Trail Patrol/Outreach 3/20/2018 12:00 PM
Checked out "dancing guy" beach for any signs of camps in the area. Does not appear to be any at this time.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/20/2018 10:30 AM
Checked out the truck parked in lazy Glen on the path on lower section. Two men are working on the ditch and will be Parked there for a bit.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/20/2018 9:45 AM
I spotted a dog walking on the bike path alone in front of glasser. The dog was a brown Great Dane/lab named Walt. Super sweet so I drove him home to 160 red rock rd. His owner was thankful and curious about glasser opening.
8135 Mills OSP Patrol/Outreach 3/20/2018 8:30 AM
Noticed a collapsed tent at the end of the intercept lot. Checked mills for camps but looked good. Hatchet man appears to be back.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/18/2018 11:30 AM
Spoke with Joelle MacDonald on the RGT. MacDonald shared her story of being struck by an E-bike on the paved section of the upper RGT last summer. She explained that she suffered near fatal injuries and still has lasting symptoms. MacDonald had questions about upcoming changes to the E-bike policy. I encouraged MacDonald to get involved in the public process in May.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/18/2018 11:30 AM
Verbal Warning: Tripp Freeman for small DOL (“Tucker” mini-Aussie) on RGT near Sewer Falls. First warning. We talked about trail maintenance, and Tripp pointed out an erosion issue on Stein flow trail near the Sani Plant. I will report it to Bill/Ted.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/18/2018 10:30 AM
Uprighted the closure sign at the base of Brush Creek Trail. Please keep an eye out for fallen signs as snow melts and spring winds whip up. We should pay closer attention to closures in general now that these areas are becoming more accessible.
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 3/18/2018 8:00 AM
Exchanged emails with liaison from Mind Springs Health. PitCo has recently contracted with MSH to pay mental health counselor to join law enforcement on transient camp contacts. 03 inquired and found out this also extends to OST. 1836 and I will meet with MSH next month to discuss how this neat partnership will work.
8135 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 3/18/2018 8:00 AM
All doors at PW would not accept Ranger PINs. I called Dispatch and requested response from on-call Facilities. Mark B. let me into the building. Beware you may be locked out on Monday morning.
8135 Open Space & Trails Accident/Rescue 3/18/2018 8:00 AM
According to the AT, Benny the Blade was found hypothermic and inchorent in snow near bike path in area of the Aspen Club at 1100 on Friday. It is suspected that he was there all night. Benny was airlifted to a hospital in Denver. https://www.aspentimes.com/news/aspen-icon-benny-the-blade-found-off-bike-path-hospitalized/
8135 Red Wind Point Closed Area 3/17/2018 11:45 AM
I received a radio call from dispatch about someone within the Red Wind closure. I contacted the RP, Ray Pojman. Ray informed me that the man and two children who were in the closure came in through the south entrance through private property (near mile 39 133 bridge 8). The RP has video and photos of the people within the closed area. It was determined that I would not make it there on time from up on smuggler mountain, so I was given the email address westwind@sopris.net , where Ray could be reached. He is going to send us the photos tomorrow when he gets back From Grand Junction. He says they clearly show the people and the car/license plates.
8135 Administration Special Event 3/17/2018 8:00 AM
BPD have apprehended the man responsible for dumping at least 74 "meth bottles" in the Roaring Fork River. The man lived in a trailer near the roundabout in Basalt. We should keep our eyes out for more bottles. https://www.postindependent.com/news/local/arrest-made-in-basalt-bottle-case-after-cops-stake-out-dumping-ground/
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 3/16/2018 4:00 PM
1835 completed ICS-300 training with Boulder EOC - prerequisite for position on County IMT.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Written Warning 3/13/2018 2:30 PM
On 3/10/2018 Agrisani entered Perham Creek Trailhead and hiked the trail. CPW's John Groves contacted this individual and she claimed she was going after a hurt animal. He followed the tracks and determined that was a lie. He sent 1835 a photo of her ID and left it in our hands. After 1835 & 1836 tried to contact Angisani and failed, it was decided to reduce this incident to a warning.
8135 Glassier Open Space Verbal Warning 3/12/2018 1:30 PM
Spoke with Alec Parker by phone and issued a warning for dog in closed area (his blue heeler was photographed 22 times by our wildlife camera). Parker explained he takes his dog with him while checking the ditch hydrant near the camera on a weekly basis. Parker was more or less polite, and said he’d shoot his own dog if he saw it chasing wildlife. Parker agreed to work with his wife to keep the dog closer to the house. I informed him the next violation may result in fine(s). Parker firmly agreed with the need to protect wildlife, and he reported Carricarte’s Pyrenees were chasing elk this morning and over the weekend. Parker stated that he gave the dogs one last chance, and that he would shoot them next time. I encouraged him to report such problems to me if he witnesses it again.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Closed Area 3/12/2018 1:00 PM
Ran plates on Angrisani’s car (CO: 433-ZNZ). She has no local record in Spilman, and the numbers from White Pages that I called were not picked up. I left a voicemail at one possible number. I will keep sleuthing online...
8135 Gerbaz Trails 3/12/2018 12:30 PM
Followed up on report from BG of truck parked in trail @ Gerbaz RR cars. UTL. Keep an eye out for issues - RR car resident cannot impede trail corridor.
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Closed Area 3/12/2018 9:45 AM
Returned call to John Groves (CPW DWM) regarding a woman, Carrieanne Angrisani of Carbondale, in the Perham Creek TH closure. Groves confirmed Angrisani's excuse for entering the closure was illegitimate, and he recommended we issue a citation. I am in the process of tracking down contact info now.
8135 Highway 82 Illegal Camping 3/12/2018 8:00 AM
According to an AT article from 3/9, the PCSO and City plan to starting removing two overnight-camper cars from the Intercept Lot per day due to public safety concerns (see earlier articles about "hatchet man" Justin Schaffe). We shall see what actually happens - I saw no change in the lot this AM. There seems to be some disagreement about tactics among local govt. Reigning in the Intercept Lot could push a significant number of transient people onto Open Space. https://www.aspentimes.com/news/overnight-campers-hatchet-man-being-booted-from-intercept-lot-outside-aspen/
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 3/11/2018 2:30 PM
Listening to pitlaw, there are still bottles turning up. May be a good idea to still keep an eye out on our properties.
8135 Glassier Open Space Dog Offense 3/11/2018 12:00 PM
Tried to contact Brian Davies again about his dog in the Glassier closure. His phone goes straight to a full voicemail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 3/10/2018 2:30 PM
Zachary Gmeiner was walking his two dogs within the dog closure on the Rio when I contacted him. He told me he saw the signs on the way back, but did not see them on the way in. He is staying at the Wheatley Schoolhouse. I informed him that we take the closures seriously and his next encounter with a ranger could land him a heavy fine for two dogs. He was compliant. VW
8135 Glassier Open Space Dog Offense 3/10/2018 10:00 AM
Received a text from Janet about two dogs wandering the Glasser AG lease. The text included photos and the dogs belong to the Carricartes. They previously been issued a citation for their dogs within the closure. Need to follow up on Monday.
8135 Jaffee Park Whitewater 3/09/2018 10:00 AM
Met with Jaffee Park commercial river permit holders. We discussed past conflicts regarding boat ramp use and came up with solutions. The group voluntarily came up with an agreement that shifted one pick up time and seemed to relieve conflict. We also discussed EMS response protocol for swift water accidents. Vicne (Blazing Adventures) and I will work to create a river map with RGT mile markers and best access points.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 3/08/2018 3:30 PM
Sent Lewis Cooper an email trying to set up a time to meet about his Drone use in Filoha and Penny Hot Springs. Have not yet found a number for him.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 3/08/2018 2:00 PM
Joined 20 and SAR at North Star. A skier was lost. SAR used a drone and ski patrol to locate the individual and the will be passing through North Star for the rescue.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 3/08/2018 2:00 PM
Met with Jim K. (ACES) to discuss ACES naturalist training and expectations for Wildwood outreach in summer 2018. Rangers will join naturalist training on 6/8. ACES will also be hiring a new operations director to oversee the Wildwood naturalists, among other things.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/08/2018 1:00 PM
Noted rocks partially blocking road. Took photos and location for removal.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/08/2018 12:30 PM
Was contacted by An individual named Debbie Jelinik. She said she wanted to put in a formal complaint about sledding on smuggler and claimed her husband almost got hit. She left me with her phone number: (970)379-9152.
8135 Jaffee Park Whitewater 3/07/2018 11:30 AM
Commercial river permit holders agreed to the following terms at Friday's meeting: EME agreed to shift its Aspen pick-up time to relieve crowding at Jaffee Park. In chronological order, Aspen pick-up times for the three larger companies are: 0830 Blazing, 0900 AWR, and 0930 EME. All companies agreed to accept and work with the fact that: Actual arrival times in Jaffee Park may fluctuate due to traffic, guest delays, etc. Multiple companies can operate simultaneously in the park. All companies agreed that the "first on water" at Jaffee Park (even if out of sync with the order of pick-up times) will have priority at the Wingo boat ramp. Note: this decision extends beyond the jurisdiction of OST. All companies agreed that the aforementioned agreement does not effect operations on other sections of the river(s). All companies agreed that the aforementioned agreement does not effect Up The Creek or Kiwi. EME, AWR, and Blazing agreed to tentatively discuss alternate pre-rigging location for extra busy days. I will leave it up to the three companies to decided whether or not to pursue this option I plan to work with Vince (Blazing) to develop an emergency access map that shows prominent river features and Rio Grande Trail mile markers/best accesses. I hope to have this done before the opening of the river season.
8135 Jaffee Park Whitewater 3/07/2018 10:30 AM
Sent out reminder email to Jaffee Park permit holders and set agenda for 3/9 mtg. Decision to be made: who will use the boat ramp when during summer 2018?
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 3/07/2018 9:30 AM
Investigated multiple commercial use and drone violations at Penny HS, Filoha Meadows OS, and Redstone Boulders OS. I identified the responsible party and documented evidence. 1836 will take the case from here.
8135 Open Space & Trails Training 3/05/2018 1:00 PM
Defensive Tactics training with Sgt. Todd Haller went well. 1835, 1836, 1837, and Ted attended.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Counters 3/04/2018 1:00 PM
The Golf course counter showed an error so I am bringing it back in. Will need to be put back after repair.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 3/04/2018 10:00 AM
I've been seeing a Nissan Titan with a camper/tiny home on. License plate APQ 476. Today it's been parking at the Rio parking area in woody creek.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/03/2018 12:00 PM
Spent a few hours hiking on the Rio. Snow is melting fast and lots of trail use. Seems like good compliance with dogs although I did have educational contacts in Stein park with two individuals who were getting ready to take their dogs on the trail.
8135 Moore Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/03/2018 11:00 AM
Took a call from the Nordic Center for dogs off leash and runners. When I got there they were gone but more tracks on trails.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/02/2018 4:00 PM
Educational contact with two men in two different exfinity trucks. They were taking up parking while staging for work. It was busy so I let them know the parking area was for trail and park access only.
8135 Moore Open Space Signage 3/02/2018 1:00 PM
Took out dogs must be leashed sings and checked Bridge for high schoolers walking on trail. Didn't see them and there weren't too many foot tracks.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 3/01/2018 8:30 AM
Contacted Toby Neugebauer walking a Great Dane off-leash on Sunny Ranch section of the Owl Creek Nordic Trail. Neugebauer is known to the ranch staff (he is the neighboring landowner who recently hosted Mike Pence). I explained to Neugebauer that he was legally trespassing (as the landowner does not permit walking or dogs on their section of the trail), I explained that the staff had contacted law enforcement, and I instructed him to leave the property. I informed Toby of trails open to dogs and walkers, and I explained dogs must be leashed on the OST OCT. 75 also contacted and warned him about trespassing.
8135 Administration Special Event 2/28/2018 3:30 PM
PCOST Rangers have now been moved to PITLAW talk group. We now have access to all non-encrypted LE and EMS channels. Use this privilege wisely. We will call on-duty on PITLAW tomorrow. Orange emergency buttons are NOT enabled on our radios (they are set up same as Fire/EMS).
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 2/28/2018 12:00 PM
Fixed arrow direction on Hunter Creek trail to point in the correct direction.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/28/2018 8:30 AM
Spoke w/Matt Kuhn regarding Nordic complaints (HS kids sneaking across Nordic trails to smoke underneath Tiehack Bridge, a walker on the Chapel side of the Moore XC trails, and dogs on Nordic trails near Tom Blake/OCT). Let’s make sure we spend more time in those areas.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Dog Offense 2/28/2018 8:30 AM
Spoke with Kurtis Applegate, Sunny Ranch Ops Manager, regarding dog complaint on OC Nordic Trail. We confirmed the reg. signs were obscured by snow, and Kurtis clued me in to the dog walker’s typical hiking schedule. Initially Kurtis wanted to contact and warn the individual. Now, the landowner wants to prosecute, as one of the ranch residents is very upset and reportedly already warned the individual about the regulations. I explained that this would require a deputy to issue a summons for trespassing based on a landowner complaint. I agreed to meet Kurtis tomorrow morning to try and contact the subject with a deputy. This approach was supported by the City and ASNC.
8135 Administration Maintenance 2/27/2018 12:30 PM
Picked up spare AED from Gabe. The old one is still at the office until he hears back on what to do.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/27/2018 9:30 AM
Checked Woody Creek trail cam. No new tracks so I left up. Will be checking at the end of the day.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/26/2018 3:30 PM
Put the wildlife cam back up at Woody Creek.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Nordic 2/25/2018 4:30 PM
I took a (friendly) complaint from Matt Dube about DOL and walkers on TOSV trails near Tom Blake and possibly on Owl Creek Nordic Trail. Dogs are prohibited on these Nordic trails. Dube suggested a new sign in the Tom Blake Lot to direct dog-walkers/skiers to Labrador Lane. I replied to Dube and then passed the idea along to Tina & Laurie of TOSV. The sign could also advertise our online maps: pitkinoutside.com and www.aspennordic.com/trails
8135 Moore Open Space Nordic 2/25/2018 3:30 PM
Posted regulatory Nordic sign disk at east entrance to Moore OS XC trail. Dogs-must-be-leashed signs still posted at entrances to Moore are incorrect (no dogs are allowed on Nordic trails) and we should remove them. My bad, I forgot due to previously dismal state of Nordic trails - so goes a bizarre winter season.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/25/2018 2:30 PM
Made a couple friendly educational contacts with people walking on the very freshly groomed North Star XC track.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Maintenance 2/25/2018 12:30 PM
Shoveled our Smug. The private plow-truck plowed big berm against the kiosk.
8135 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 2/25/2018 10:00 AM
First County first-responder on scene for a bad MVA - RFTA bus vs. SUV with three occupants (one young child, two adults) at Smith Hill Way & HWY82. I assisted in CPR and tried AED. All occupants were transported. The male patient was pronounced deceased in ambi or at AVH at 1038. Unknown outcome for the others. See report.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 2/24/2018 11:30 AM
Removed pink tags from site of abandoned property below Stein Park. Chatted up prospective Seasonal ranger applicant on RGT and gave out my card. Seasonal ranger positions list until 3/9.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Patrol/Outreach 2/24/2018 10:00 AM
Removed WC TH camera. Photos from about four days of surveillance show no vehicles (and shockingly only two DOL).
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 2/23/2018 3:30 PM
Tagged a tent that’s been set up underneath HWY82 on Airport Ranch OS for weeks or months. No footprints observed in snow in or out. We will coordinate with PCSO/CDOT on clean up in a week. I recommend mending fence on east end of underpass and installing a barricade on the west end of the Shale Bluffs area to discourage trespass.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 2/23/2018 11:00 AM
Did a walk through of Glassier Homestead. Tracks indicate someone drove in to access the hay barn. It also appears Carricarte’s Pyrenees has also been in there. I saw no tracks on the trail, but I couldn’t tell from binoculars if the closure rope is still up.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Vandalism 2/23/2018 9:00 AM
Posted trail Cam at WCT TH again.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 2/20/2018 2:30 PM
Shoveled walk at North Star and Smug. Slow day today.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 2/19/2018 1:30 PM
Contacted Jen Phalen about her DOL on East of Aspen trail. Jen did not want to leash her dog and insisted that Fred (her blue healer) was well trained and did not need a leash. She was very hesitant about giving me her name. She was noticeably upset I was taking her name down and having her put her dog on leash. I educated on the trails, preserve, and wildlife. I gave her a verbal warning which she was noticeably upset about. She also complained about the dog waste bags being out at the start of the East of Aspen trail.
8135 Mills OSP Patrol/Outreach 2/18/2018 3:00 PM
Noticed multiple fresh tracks leading down to mills from the intercept lot. I'll wait for 1835 before I go down all of the way.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/18/2018 10:00 AM
Tire tracks on trail near woody creek again.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/17/2018 1:00 PM
Patrolled Stein to Jeffey and back on xc skis. Plenty of snow finally and a fair amount of skiers enjoying the day.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/13/2018 2:00 PM
Beautiful afternoon in the CRV. Talked to some folks at the Penny hot springs about picking up after themselves and letting other folks know to do the same.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 2/13/2018 10:30 AM
Shoveled stairs and cleared out a path from parking area.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/13/2018 9:45 AM
Shoveled sign area.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Patrol/Outreach 2/12/2018 9:30 AM
Pulled camera at woody creek parking lot. No new tire tracks.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Patrol/Outreach 2/11/2018 1:30 PM
WC TH camera is still intact. I’m guessing we won’t have issues with people driving the trail now that it’s snow covered
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Nordic 2/11/2018 12:30 PM
Although it looks good from afar, the RGT at BHS has only a quarter of an inch to three inches of snow cover. I skied it and just scraped by. I saw a number of other XC skiers get fooled too. It’s unskiable on skate skis. The sound of XC poles hitting pavement in February is disheartening...
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/11/2018 12:30 PM
I cleaned up beer cans, cigs, and other trash at the picnic table between BHS and Emma Schoolhouse.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/11/2018 10:30 AM
Cut lock and removed abandoned Marin MTB from OS near Slaughterhouse Gulch. We will drop it off at PCSO tomorrow.
8135 Sunnyside Trail Parking 2/11/2018 10:30 AM
White minivan (CO: 778-TTB) is parked in Sunnyside Lot in the same spot as yesterday afternoon, but tire tracks indicate it moved sometime since the snow stopped falling. Check back on this tomorrow.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 2/11/2018 10:30 AM
Ram 1500 with camper shell is gone from Jaffee Park. .
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/11/2018 10:00 AM
Shoveled out lower Smuggler kiosk and North Star XC track access at North Lot.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Patrol/Outreach 2/10/2018 3:30 PM
WC TH camera was still in place at approx. 1530, and I saw no tire tracks in the fresh snow.
8135 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 2/10/2018 9:00 AM
Pink-Tagged RAM 1500 pick up with camper shell and obscured plate parked overnight (again) in Jaffee Park. I saw the truck driving around on Thursday; the owner is a 20-30yo male with a chocolate lab. On the tag, I directed him to park in Intercept Lot and issued a warning.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 2/10/2018 8:30 AM
Referred camp on the City’s Marolt Ranch property near Castle Creek to 1958 and APD. APD has emailed me about the camp and warned me of likely drug use at the site. As noted earlier, OST Rangers will no longer respond to camps on City property (within or without City boundary) unless actively backing up a City Ranger. This decision was made by Ted and myself due to increasing risk exposure and labor cost on our part. I also reminded APD of a camp below Tiehack Bridge.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Verbal Warning 2/09/2018 3:45 PM
I contacted Rory Savatgy about flying a drone over seven star. I let him know about our closures and drone regulations. Rory apologized and was compliant. He shut down and asked for information about our properties and locations. I gave him a PitkinOutside card as well as a Verbal Warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/09/2018 10:15 AM
Attached the wildlife camera to the fence on the Rio at the woody creek trailhead. It was hard to find a hidden location that would work. The camera should be checked on, as it is not locked.
8135 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 2/09/2018 10:00 AM
The truck/camper with the covered plates and generator has moved from location.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 2/09/2018 9:30 AM
Reduced Cited Xterra (CO: 777-YGR) to a warning. The driver , Bill Frost, was working with heavy equipment for Aspen public radio and was told by his employer he could park there. I informed him of the parking regulations and advised him on where to park.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 2/08/2018 3:30 PM
Noticed two panhandlers (large man with cowboy hat and long hair, and short woman) at Brush Creek light that I recognize from GWS. I believe I recognize one of them as a guy I saw carrying a large double-sided axe at the GWS RFTA Station last summer. I typically see him with two pit bulls or a small black dog. Be cautious when patrolling Mills OS or AROS.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 2/08/2018 3:00 PM
Requested extra patrol from PCSO of Jaffee Park Lot. A Ram 1500 with camper shell has been parked near the boat ramp all day, and had a generator running at 1500hrs. I did not feel comfortable making a contact, and I will leave this to the deputies. 1836 - please check back in the morning.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Penalty Assessment 2/08/2018 2:30 PM
Cited Xterra (CO: 777-YGR) Still parked on Smuggler Mtn Rd. Instructed 1836 to reduce ticket to Written Warning if RO calls and confirms vehicle has been removed. 1836 - please check back on vehicle in the morning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 2/08/2018 1:00 PM
E-mailed a description of collected items from camp below Stein Park to APD-HHS Officer Atkinson. Hopefully he can point us in the right direction to return them to their owner.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 2/08/2018 12:00 PM
Pink-Tagged black Xterra (CO:777-YGR) illegally parked on Smuggler Mtn Rd near snow berm.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Illegal Camping 2/08/2018 12:00 PM
Old gold 4Runner with black plywood camper box on top is parked at Fort Yukon property. Ted saw the vehicle towed from Snowmass yesterday. It is possible the vehicle belongs to Matt Franzen or Rodi Quitiquit. It was camped in Stein Park last summer.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 2/08/2018 12:00 PM
Quitiquit’s purple snowmobile is parked on the side of Smuggler Mtn Rd, but it’s just off OST property. I’m not sure if it’s broken down or just stashed there. In the past it’s often been left for multiple days on Smuggler Mtn Rd.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/06/2018 1:30 PM
Noticed more vehicle tire tracks on the Rio at the Woody Creek trailhead. Seems somebody is using this path for their vehicle frequently.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 2/06/2018 10:30 AM
Submitted T. White citation to Court. Made courtesy call to M. Zinanti. Zinanti indicates desire to attend court.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 2/06/2018 10:30 AM
Collected gear near Stein park. I put a tag with our contact info and to call for pick-up.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 2/06/2018 10:30 AM
Submitted ticket to the courts for "white".
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/05/2018 2:45 PM
Abondoned equipment near Stein still there. The gold ford van was back after being absent for a couple of days.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 2/04/2018 2:30 PM
Contacted Lilly Cocker for two DOLs on the East of Aspen Trail. Lilly said she didn't see the signs and had never been out here. She leashed dogs and we had a good chat. I gave her a Pitkin outside card and a VW.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/04/2018 1:30 PM
Smuggler has been very busy all weekend while the rest of the system has been slow.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/03/2018 2:30 PM
Tagged gear near Stein Park still under tree near the Rio.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 2/02/2018 1:00 PM
Pink-tagged a cache of items immediately below Stein Park adjacent to the  RGT. Directed owner to utilize resources on attached HHS sheet.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 2/02/2018 1:00 PM
Contacted a fisherman below Stein Park. The man presented me with his fishing license and urged rangers to check people's fishing licenses to keep folks honest. I will follow up Kurtis Tesch to see if this is something he wants us to do regularly.
8135 Open Space & Trails Commercial Permit Check 2/02/2018 8:30 AM
Met with Janet and Roaring Fork Cycling, a non-profit bike guiding permit holder, to discuss poor compliance with 2017 permit. We made permit more flexible, reiterated restrictions of their permit, and offered to have rangers talk to the kiddos about proper trail etiquette.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/01/2018 3:30 PM
Patrolled Slaughterhouse Gulch across from Stein Park on North Ranch (ACES). All clear. Old yellow Marin MTB is locked to tree right on boundary of ACES and OST land. It may be the same bike rangers noticed this summer... possibly it returned or we just forgot to remove it.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 2/01/2018 12:30 PM
More meth lab bottles found in river at Midland Bridge in Basalt.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 2/01/2018 12:00 PM
Pink-tagged a green DIY-camper box truck (CO:HOO-815) in County-owned end of the lower Smuggler Lot. It’s been parked overnight for at least one night. The camper may belong to Rodi Quitiquit.
8135 Sheriff's Office Special Event 2/01/2018 11:00 AM
1835 has officially joined the Pitkin County Incident Management Team (IMT) on 03’s recommendation. This should help integrate the OST rangers into County-wide emergency response.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 2/01/2018 10:00 AM
No sign of trespass on Ditchline, Viewline, or Cozyline trails.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 2/01/2018 10:00 AM
Replied to email from APD Officer Andy Atkinson (HHS liaison) regarding large number of transient people camped in the Intercept Lot. I explained “gray area” jurisdiction of the lot and suggested he contact CDOT, PCSO, and Aspen Parking to discuss the matter.
8135 Stein Property Patrol/Outreach 1/31/2018 2:15 PM
Noticed a yellow bike leaning against a tree on the other side of the road from the Stein parking area. Might be worth checking for if patrolling the area.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/31/2018 12:30 PM
After news reports of bottles containing contents used to make meth were found in and near the Roaring Fork River near Basalt, I checked various properties near the river for any signs of additional bottles. I checked Wheatley, Lazy Glen, Wingo put in, south of Wingo bridge, and the basalt boat ramp. No signs. Rangers keep an eye out for anything suspicious dealing with this.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 1/29/2018 1:00 PM
Accepted and deposited Rothschild’s fine payment. Made a courtesy call to White (extending payment deadline through this Friday).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 1/28/2018 2:45 PM
Written Warning: Kimberly Schlosser (Bernese dragging leash behind her, Pomeranian on-leash). Schlosser was highly argumentative, stated that I was on a "power trip", and said our conversation/the warning was a "waste of time." Schlosser cooperated in receiving the written warning, while carrying on a phone conversation and insulting me. On a side-note, Schlosser is the one who requested Kurtis Tesch post coyote awareness signage after her dogs were harassed by coyotes on Jaffee River Trail. All the more reason for her to keep her pets close at hand. See report about our conversation.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Verbal Warning 1/28/2018 12:45 PM
Contacted a carload of sleepers in a lifted Excursion (CO:230-PPK) and a lifted silver Tacoma one mile up Smuggler Mtn Rd. I gave the group 15-minutes to leave, and directed them to park in the lower Smuggler lot. They eventually cooperated and left after I called for a deputy to assist me.
8135 Emma Homestead Parking 1/28/2018 10:30 AM
Picked up dumped garbage at Emma Schoolhouse Lot - booze and weed containers, etc.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Wildlife 1/28/2018 9:30 AM
CPW has also posted a coyote awareness sign at the Arbaney-Kittle Trailhead. Coyotes killed Eric Gosney’s dog here last winter. I posted another coyote sign at the lower Smuggler kiosk.
8135 Jaffee Park Wildlife 1/27/2018 5:00 PM
Kurtis Tesch (CPW) reports three dogs have been killed by coyotes in Aspen this winter. He posted an outreach sign at Jaffee Park after getting calls about an aggressive coyote. I offered OST's help. Tesch says, "Any message would be good about coyotes being around and making sure folks have their dogs leashed when walking them. Also to watch them when they let them out at night and not just turn them loose to go to the bathroom, that’s when coyotes are most likely to snatch them." I'll post signs today.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 1/27/2018 11:00 AM
Verbal Warning: Pip Kenworthy of Telluride for DOL (brown and black dog) on RGT @ HC intersection. Kenworthy explained that she had lost her leash and glasses; I handed her a new leash and promised to keep an eye out.
8135 Sewell/Crystal River Parcel 1 Patrol/Outreach 1/26/2018 8:00 AM
0800 According to an article in the Aspen Times, a juvenile is suspected of shooting a dog with stolen firearms from a trail adjacent to 289 Seven Oaks Rd. This trail was not on OST property according to GIS, but it is connected via a ditch rider road and other social trails to Sewell and Crystal River Parcel 1. The suspect was later arrested in Mesa County. Just a reminder to stay aware of your surroundings out there... https://www.postindependent.com/news/local/yellow-lab-shot-and-killed-pitkin-county-sheriffs-office-investigation-underway/
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/26/2018 8:00 AM
According to another AT article, "cold-cook" meth lab bottles were found in the Roaring Fork River below the 7-Eleven Bridge. Please keep an eye out for similar suspicious items and do not touch them. Report any suspicious items to local LEOs. https://www.postindependent.com/news/local/bottles-suspected-in-meth-making-operation-found-in-river-at-basalt/
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Penalty Assessment 1/25/2018 2:00 PM
Met and cited M. Zinanti for Entry in Closed Areas (Filoha). Accepted her apology and referred her to Pitkin Outside for closure information.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Penalty Assessment 1/25/2018 12:00 PM
After seeing what appeared to be a professional photo shoot I contacted Mark Weish who was conducting the shoot for Elena Hight. He admitted they were using the shoot for promotional purposes to be used on social media. I asked them if they had a permit and they did not. I let them know they needed a permit or would be fined $100. After discussing the permit they decided they would rather have the fine. I issued a citation and they shut down. They paid cash at the scene.
8135 Chapparal Trail Patrol/Outreach 1/24/2018 2:00 PM
Collected And replaced SD card. Moved camera angle for better photos. Very quit. No footprints or signs of hikers.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 1/24/2018 10:00 AM
Contacted August Teague after spotting him skate skiing with three brown hunting dogs off leash. Teague was heading towards the dog closure near Lazy Glen but turned around at the sign on the green fence. August gave the off season excuse but was very friendly and compliant. He assured that he knew better and that he works for the Nordic Trails and this wouldn't happen again. Although he had three dogs off leash I felt he was honest and let him off with a VW. I let him know next time that will not be the case.
8135 East of Aspen Trail North Star Nature Preserve 1/23/2018 3:00 PM
Took complaint from Alisa Dixon, PitCo code enforcement officer, of repeated human feces on East of Aspen Trail near the pedestrian bridge... keep an eye out?
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 1/23/2018 2:30 PM
Arranged time to meet Zinanti in Carbondale on Thursday @ 1400 to serve citation.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 1/23/2018 11:00 AM
North Star was clear of sleepers and trash. No sign of any new campfires.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/22/2018 12:45 PM
Put up a cone with a "No motorized vehicle" sign up at Rio entrance in woody creek area where there have been tire tracks.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 1/22/2018 12:00 PM
Educational contact with a man and his DOL in the parking lot. Good talk and we seemed to come to a leash agreement.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 1/21/2018 3:30 PM
Set cones back up, shoveled sign and sign area. Slow day with dangerous road conditions.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/21/2018 10:30 AM
Noticed new tire tracks at the woody creek entrance and onto the Rio. Will be patrolling periodically throughout the day to try and see who's doing this.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 1/20/2018 1:00 PM
Contacted Robert Holtzinger and his dog "Goldonna" for DOL down from Stein Park. We discussed the wildlife and I gave him a leash. VW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/20/2018 1:00 PM
Two educational contacts in the Stein Parking area about dogs and Rio regulations.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 1/19/2018 1:00 PM
Cited Tierney Jane White for DOL in BHS “Zero Tolerance” area.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 1/19/2018 1:00 PM
Cited James R. Rothschild for DOL in BHS “Zero Tolerance” area.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 1/19/2018 12:00 PM
Left voicemail message with M. Zinanti informing her I wanted to speak with her in regards to a trespass on the Filoha Seasonal Closure. I invited her to meet with me early next week.
8135 Glassier Open Space Dog Offense 1/19/2018 12:00 PM
Educational contact with two women walking four dogs on Hooks Spur Rd. One dog strayed into Glassier homestead. We talked for a while about agricultural leasing OST is conducting in the mid-valley. I also documented large tractor tire tracks that cross the Glassier homestead parcel and descend to the river through a wetland. I forwarded to Ted and Paul.
8135 Sewell/Crystal River Parcel 1 Patrol/Outreach 1/19/2018 10:00 AM
Scouted boundaries of Sewell parcel (borders Crystal River Parcel 1) with Dale and Ted. Also patrolled CRV.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 1/18/2018 1:00 PM
ID’d Michelle Zinanti in photos from wildlife camera inside Filoha Meadows OS closure. Zinanti was photographed with her son and others on 12/16/17. I have left a voicemail message with her, and I hope to serve the citation this week.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Maintenance 1/18/2018 10:30 AM
HELO demobilization of the Ute Trail rock scaling project is finished. Trail should be opened soon.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 1/17/2018 3:30 PM
Feinsinger citation paid and closed.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/17/2018 11:00 AM
Patrolled the CRV and posted up for trespassers. I moved the Camera to a better position for identifying faces. SD card was collected and multiple people were photographed in the closure.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/16/2018 11:00 AM
I noticed a large amount of footprints on the road to filoha. I went to the entrance gate to investigate and could make out dog and human tracks.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/16/2018 8:00 AM
1835 has completed EMT-B recertification through Aspen Ambulance District. I'll be set until 2020.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 1/14/2018 2:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Larry Marx for letting leashes drag on two of three dogs (one hound, two labs) on HCT below Benedict Bridge. Last warned and cited in 2011 (dog in BCT closure). Very pleasant and compliant individual. I informed he could drop a leash temporarily if he felt he was about to fall, but not let it drag indefinitely.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/13/2018 1:30 PM
I was contacted by dispatch about a women losing $100 on a "midland" trail. Her contact: Julie 970 401 2004. I called and left a message. No word on anyone turning in at this point.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 1/13/2018 12:00 PM
Found a fire ring in the North Star parking area. Dispersed and covered. May have to watch for squatters here.
8135 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 1/12/2018 10:30 AM
Cleaned out bed of 108. Very dirty job due to leaking chainsaw and overturned fuel can. Please be careful with bed contents. 1836 and I will build a new shelving unit soon to keep items organized.
8135 Hummingbird Lode Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/11/2018 10:00 AM
Joined the Glenwood Springs High School outdoor education class in Hunter Creek Valley. They were snowshoeing into McNamara Hut, and I joined them up to Hummingbird Lode OS to talk about the history of Hunter Creek Valley and Open Space, and lend a few pointers about outdoor safety. I also got “first tracks” on the backside of Smuggler Mountain. Not bad, eh?
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/11/2018 10:00 AM
Lazy Glen Bridge is now OPEN. BLM has rescinded an MOU with Pitkin County. Commercial operators now require a BLM permit to use Wingo Boat Ramp (in addition to an OST permit, if launching from Jaffee Park). Janet has sent an e-mail notifying permit holders.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Fire 1/11/2018 9:00 AM
Checked with Dispatch for burn permit on private land (2425 Red Mtn Rd.) bordering Smuggler Mtn OS. Large plume of smoke visible. Eventually AVFD confirmed the burns was sanctioned, but not yet permitted. This property does a fair amount of forestry ops and burns slash when it's safe to do so.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Special Event 1/10/2018 3:00 PM
Lazy Glen Ped Bridge can OPEN tomorrow (paperwork has cleared with LU). I will mount a new TRAFx counter to the bridge within next few days.
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 1/10/2018 2:00 PM
Observed a man wearing a caution vest and a backpack walking HWY82 at Shale Bluffs. I believe this is Dandy Vickery headed for his camping spot below the easternmost underpass. We should check back tomorrow.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 1/10/2018 1:45 PM
Gold van (CO:168-VKB) is parked in Stein Park. I recognize as a car camper (“Steven”) that I’ve contacted before. Please keep an eye on it.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Vandalism 1/10/2018 12:00 PM
Someone posted yet another custom road sign at the Silver Lode-Park Circle intersection near the upper Smuggler lot. This time they screwed the sign onto the official sign with security screws. I used a saw to cut off the sign (“Botox Parkway”) leaving the small piece of sign with screws intact. I reported the issue to City Streets to resolve.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/09/2018 12:00 PM
Victim of recent “dog attack” has posted a poster on the lower Smuggler Mountain kiosk asking the responsible dog owner (unidentified) to contact her and pay the vet bill.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 1/08/2018 1:00 PM
Contacted Greg Feinsinger about his water dog (Ajax) off leash. Greg gave the off season excuse but was compliant. First contact. Issued 100$ citation.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/08/2018 12:00 PM
Took cold complaint from 48 (Re Re). The initial RP (Laura Biel) stated: "I wanted to inform you about an incident that occurred on Smuggler Road today (Sunday 1/7) at approximately 4:30pm. I was hiking with my Malamute, who was on leash, when two dogs charged us. One was a friendly female black Lab and the other was a very large golden colored (approx 120-40) mastiff/lab mix. The mastiff mix attacked my Malamute unprovoked and pushed me to the ground. The owners were a young man in his late 30’s and the woman with the black lab was in her early 50’s. After the dog was pulled off of us, I spoke with the owner of the female lab who claimed the mastiff had been attacked by a pack of huskies in town and was only aggressive toward husky-looking dogs. I didn’t think my dog was injured until I got back to my truck and his neck was bleeding with a large puncture wound. I waited for an hour at the trailhead for the pair to return, but they never did (perhaps they took the Hunter Creek Loop). Long story short, this mastiff is a powerful dog who should not be unleashed in any situation. If you have any idea who the owners might be, please let me know. At the very least they should be paying for my vet bill."
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 1/07/2018 2:30 PM
Contacted Colleen Ryan about her brown retrieved "Clansy" near Woody Creek on the Rio. Educated and talked. First contact. VW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/06/2018 10:30 AM
Made an educational contact to three individuals ready to get on the Rio from the Lazy Glen road parking. They were about to take two black labs off leash towards Dart. After talking with them about where they can go with their dogs on leash on the Rio they decided to go to the golf course.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 1/06/2018 9:00 AM
Replaced fallen 30 hole post with a cone with closure sign. When it snows this cone will have to be moved up.
8135 Jaffee Park Mutual Aid 1/05/2018 12:45 PM
Called in a suspicious vehicle (green Jeep Cherokee) with license plate covered by a piece of fabric and a partially dressed man inside. It seemed odd and worth a followup.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 1/05/2018 12:00 PM
Removed tagged items from Mills OS “Rim”’camp. I believe these items belong to Paul Jeffrey Peak. This would be the second time he’s abandoned all items after a contact. We will store them in the lockup. I contacted APD to see if they could connect with the owners (Olae & Peak).
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Maintenance 1/05/2018 10:00 AM
Ted informed me Tybar Ranch will have workers building a fence in the Bullpen over the next few days.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 1/04/2018 1:30 PM
Tagged a vehicle parked in closed part of upper Smuggler Lot. According to the owner, someone moved the cones before they parked there. I adjusted ropes and reset the cones after lecturing the driver.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 1/04/2018 12:30 PM
Removed tagged Verve 1 bicycle from Stein Park and dropped off at PCSO.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/04/2018 12:30 PM
Noticed group of 18 fat tire bikers - no E-bikes in the group, but still remarkable for the average winter.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 1/04/2018 12:30 PM
Verbal Warning and lesson on discretion to group of younger people smoking MJ in woods near Stein Park.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 1/04/2018 11:00 AM
Verbal Warning: Kirra Sherman for DOL (“Bailey” Bernese) on RGT upstream of Stein Bridge. Referred to Pitkin Outside and handed out leash. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 1/04/2018 11:00 AM
Deputies arrested motorist in Stein Park and left vehicle behind (CO: KQV-609, white Land Rover).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 1/04/2018 9:45 AM
Verbal Warning: Walker Mills for DOL (“Tucker” white dog, “Charlie” brown dog was leashed) on RGT @ Grange Way. Referred to Pitkin Outside and handed out leash. Very friendly, but not knowledgeable about dog regs.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 1/04/2018 9:45 AM
Verbal Warning: Matt Swanson for DOL (“Indy” old golden retriever) on RGT above WCT. Swanson leashed his dog and began to walk away when he saw me, but ultimately proved cooperative. First warning according to Ranger Mobile. Swanson knows rules and is familiar with Pitkin Outside.
8135 Emma Open Space Wildlife 1/04/2018 9:00 AM
Noticed a gold Tacoma with ski rack parked in entrance to Emma Trail during my commute. I suspected they may be hunting. UTL in return trip. I noticed multiple tracks leading down to river at various points. I will request delineating signage from Ted. Hunting not permitted on Open Space.
8135 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 1/03/2018 3:00 PM
Replaced expired pads and battery in OST Ranger 1 & 2 AEDs.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 1/03/2018 2:00 PM
Took call from Andrew Atkinson (APD) regarding missing items from a camp. Kevin Swinderman had a camp on Deer Hill/Burlingame (we tagged it with APD in early November, and then he reportedly moved it “over the hill”), where it was evidently removed. OST did not revisit the camp and does not have these items. Deer Hill is City property. I referred APD to City of Aspen Open Space.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 1/03/2018 2:00 PM
Responded to reports from Dispatch and Janet of ice slick on RGT @ Raceway. I put out a warning sign on the east side of the slick, and informed Ted/Bill. Reportedly, four cyclists crashed on the ice today (likely part of the Winter lunch bunch).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 1/03/2018 2:00 PM
Educational contact with “Jackie” walking DOL onto Rio Grande Walking Path above RGT @ WC. This trail is not signed, but is leash mandatory according to Pitkin Outside. I referred Jackie to Pitkin Outside and put in a sign request to Ted.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 1/03/2018 12:00 PM
Passed by large group of fatbikes with some E-fatbikes interspersed. I contacted several cyclists about announcing before passing. I noticed another large group near Woody Creek. It seems a shop in town has cultivated a winter E-fatbike WCT “lunch bunch” due to lack of snowfall. Public process for E-Bike regs is TBD.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 1/03/2018 12:00 PM
Took cold report from Janet of a fisherman fishing from the closed side of the river in Filoha Meadows (near Penny Hot Springs). No access to the Meadows is permitted during the seasonal closure. Please keep an eye out for this activity (white male, Honda Element, CO: EGQ-153).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 1/03/2018 12:00 PM
Assisted 59 in finding name of property owner for parcel adjacent to Wingo Bridge (where man in RV has been living for approx. a month).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 1/03/2018 12:00 PM
PNCI has staged two 4x4 semi-truck wreckers on Stein Trail and rigged cables for tomorrow’s equipment recovery op. The County has issued a ROW permit to allow the operation.
8135 Jaffee Park Trails 1/03/2018 11:30 AM
Cleaned up some Voodoo-esque offerings in Jaffee Park - cigars, fruit, and entire open bottle of Bacardi set out on pie plates. I’ve seen this three years in a row now. Strange.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 1/03/2018 10:00 AM
Guided two AGCI technicians up to the Skyline Trail I-RON Station for emergency maintenance, at GT’s Request. We made sure not to leave obvious tracks and entered from a discrete location. I saw no evidence of trespass in the closure since snowfall.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 1/02/2018 3:30 PM
I noticed the trail closure sign was down at the entrance of 7 Star. I tried to put it back in but the ground was too frozen. It will probably need to be replaced by a sign that does not require being pounded in.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 1/02/2018 2:00 PM
Contacted David Pollik about his DOL (small black wiener dog) on the Rio near Stein Bridge. Real nice. From NYC. First contact. VW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 1/02/2018 12:00 PM
Contacted David Layne about DOL (black cattle dog). David was in a hurry but still compliant and willing to give info. First contact. VW.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 1/02/2018 11:00 AM
Contacted Zach Cooper about a drone. He had it out in the parking lot and I let him know he could not fly that over the preserve or OST properties. He had not known and left for another area.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 1/01/2018 1:30 PM
Multiple educational contacts. Very busy!
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/01/2018 12:00 PM
Cut the two trees on the trail and removed debris.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/31/2017 1:00 PM
I witnessed 5 E-fat bikes just above Stein Park. Did not get a chance to speak with them. They all looked like rentals.
8135 Highway 82 Wildlife 12/30/2017 3:30 PM
Flagged down by a man on the side of HWY82 near the ABC Trail. I could see a dead or wounded coyote at his feet. I could not find a safe place to pullover. I contacted Dispatch and inquired about an ongoing wildlife call. Dispatch informed me a CRO was en route, so I cleared. When the CRO subsequently could not locate the man, I gave directions to Dispatch until officer arrived on scene. Evidently, this call was not aired on PitMuni.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 12/30/2017 2:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Betsy Key for DOL (“Grace” black) at RGT MM 39.5. Key was warned in 2010, and I felt a modern Verbal Warning would suffice. Key seemed unhappy about the contact.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 12/30/2017 2:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Karl Hartman for DOL (Light brown dog) on lower Sunnyside Trail. Hartman was understandably confused due to mixed jurisdictions on trail - still there is a sign posted at the trailhead. Very polite. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 12/30/2017 2:00 PM
I was passed by three E-fatbikes on the RGT immediately below Stein Park. The cyclists were announcing before passing... but again this brings up the E-bike issue. Likely, these bikes were rentals. Public process for resolving policy differences along the RGT should start sometime this winter.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 12/30/2017 12:45 PM
Verbal Warning: Jennifer Smith for DOL (“Charlie” larger white old dog) on HCT above the staircase. Polite. Knows the rules. First warning. I referred her to Pitkin Outside for dog rules and trail maps.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/30/2017 12:00 PM
Ran into the infamous “Eli” - subject of our last SAR - and family on Smuggler Mtn Rd. I had a nice chat with the kids about what to do when lost, encountering a bear, confronting a mountain lion...
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 12/30/2017 12:00 PM
Old metal gate came open on Hunter Creek Cut-Off and partially blocked trail. I wired it back in place.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Vandalism 12/30/2017 11:00 AM
A citizen brought my attention to graffiti at Mollie Gibson Park. The picnic table has been vandalized with the ironic “Dont [sic] pollute” tagline. I reported it to 1958.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 12/30/2017 10:00 AM
Contacted Samantha Cordts-Pearce for letting dog leash drag on East of Aspen Trail. Cordts-Pearce immediately accused me of “harassing” her. I assured her I was not going to harass her, and I explained she must keep her dog leash in hand. Cordts-Pearce has a complicated legal history with OST. I had the option to lecture her or issue a $500 ticket, as Cordts-Pearce has already been cited for DOL. I chose the lecture. Consult with me for more details.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 12/30/2017 10:00 AM
Verbal Warning for Amy Sebastian and husband for DOL (friendly black dog) on East of Aspen Trail. We had a pleasant chat about wildlife concerns near our trails. First warning.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/30/2017 9:30 AM
Noticed a great Ford Focus hatchback parked on the shoulder of the road near the top of Brush Creek Trail. I circled around but I couldn’t see any obvious fresh footprints in Seven Star, Ditchline, or Brush Creek Trails.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/30/2017 9:30 AM
Found some old footprints descending from closed Jack Rabbit Ridge Rd. No obvious tracks in.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/29/2017 2:00 PM
Pink-tagged a Black TREK Verve 1 bicycle stashed, apparently for some time, behind the green electrical box in Stein Park parking lot. Please consider it abandoned and bring it into PCSO if still there on Monday.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 12/29/2017 11:30 AM
Contacted Don Lux about his DOL "Henry". Second warning. He was upset but compliant. Talked and educated. WW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Nordic 12/28/2017 12:00 PM
Nordic trails look surprisingly good at RGT near BHS. The RGT was groomed last night; it seems to be skiing better down valley. BHS lot was bustling with Nordic skiers at the noon hour.
8135 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 12/28/2017 10:45 AM
Encountered and contacted Ryan Sonderquist about his black lab "Hayden" off leash at Stein bridge. Compliant. First contact. VW.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 12/28/2017 10:45 AM
Tagged a white jeep rubicon with the plates 106-QWQ that was parked at the mailboxes below the upper parking area.
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 12/28/2017 9:00 AM
Noticed article in the Aspen Times about N. Olson being arrested for assaulting multiple LEOs at Pitkin County Jail. This is a good reminder our frequent OS campers can sometimes be dangerous.
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 12/27/2017 4:00 PM
Noticed a man pacing back and forth near a possible camp below Stein Trail. Seems likely this is the man I contacted with 1839 in October. We will check back tomorrow.
8135 Stein Trail Meeting/Planning 12/27/2017 4:00 PM
Took call from Eric Hansen (Pitkin County, Ski Co., AAD) regarding medical protocol and CE training for OST rangers. It seems likely OST rangers will adopt Roaring Fork Fire & EMS standard protocol and re-certify through Ski Co. EMS practicals. http://www.rffe.org/
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 12/27/2017 1:00 PM
Warned Steve Miller for DOL (Bernese Mtn Dog) at Benedict Bridge. Very friendly. First warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 12/27/2017 1:00 PM
Warned Kyt Brothers for DOL (black cattle dog) at HCT-Lani White junction.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Accident/Rescue 12/27/2017 12:30 PM
Stumbled upon SAR on Smuggler Mtn not aired on PitMuni. Spoke with RP and family, took down details of subject (12yo boy) and point last seen. Dispatch assigned me to the call. I hiked down HCT until child was found by fellow hiker. Stayed on call until child was reunited with father and informed Dispatch call was concluded.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 12/27/2017 12:00 PM
Noticed two downed trees on HCT and HC Cut-off, one near the observation deck and another below Benedict Bridge. The tree below Benedict Bridge will require a chainsaw.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 12/26/2017 12:00 PM
Switched "Golden Rules" sign at the Smuggler trail head to the winter rules. Busy day on Smuggler!
8135 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 12/26/2017 10:00 AM
1836 & 1835 made contact with Lauren Walkiewics about two dogs off leash on Stein Trail. Compliant and first contact. VW.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Trails 12/23/2017 3:30 PM
1836 checked out the forklift that fell from the Burlingam neighborhood to about 5-7 meters off of the Burlingam trail. No chemicals leaking and secured onto a massive tree. There are three tires in the river and a path of destruction on the path down. 1836 will keep an eye on it this weekend to see if there are any changes and if any leaking starts and needs to contact Hazmat. Otherwise crews will be in Wednesday to remove and clean up.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 12/23/2017 3:00 PM
Contacted John Baker and a female about a DOL (Emma, black with white spots) near slaughter house falls on the Rio. He hesitated before giving me his name and I instantly recognized him as the John Baker 1835 and 1836 encountered on SKY MP. John was not wanting to stick around and give me anymore information. VW
8135 Prince Creek Trail Trails 12/23/2017 12:00 PM
1835 added a "Trail closed" sign and a cone to the bottom of the Prince Creek Trail. Many tracks suggests that it is still being used despite the bridges being removed.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Resource Damage 12/21/2017 3:00 PM
Low bridges on the OST Prince Creek Trail have been torn out due to ice damming/flooding. Trail is closed until further notice. 1836 and I placed a closure sawhorse and “trail flooded” sign at the Handy’s Drive end. Trail damage is obvious from below and should discourage use.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Verbal Warning 12/21/2017 12:30 PM
1836 and 1835 verbally warned Chris for one DOL (koda, black lab) on Aspen Meadows River Trail parallel to Rio.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 12/21/2017 12:00 PM
1835, and 1836 tagged property upstream of Grindlay Bridge. Same property that was tagged 12/17/17, but moved further downstream, closer to the bridge. Gave a 24 hour notice to remove property.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 12/20/2017 12:00 PM
Called in welfare check at Aspen USFS Station for man apparently suffering from dementia loitering in the lobby. APD helped him home.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Special Event 12/19/2017 8:00 AM
1836 and 1835 closed East of Aspen Trail from 0800-1100 during HELO ops to stage gear atop Ute Rock. 1959 maintained Ute Trail closure from below. All gear was placed, and work on site will take about 10 days.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 12/18/2017 3:45 PM
I was informed by the County Engineer that a HELO will be long-lining equipment from HWY 82 @ North Star Beach to Ute Rock. Rangers will assist in closing EOA and Ute trails. City OS has been informed, and Aspen Paragliding (Alex) has been contacted and agreed to cancel flights tomorrow. HELO OP is from approx. 0800-1200.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Vandalism 12/18/2017 12:00 PM
Recovered a vandalized “no dogs” icons sign from the east end of the Seasonal Dart-RGT dog closure. Ground was too frozen to reset the stake. Tracks in snow show footprints and dog paw-prints where the sign was removed. The tracks enter from the east and turnaround near where the sign was posted.
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 12/18/2017 10:00 AM
1835, 1836, 72 checked on a camp under the Airport Ranch overpass. No footprints and not occupied at the time. Tent and bags. 72 left his card and 1836 left HHS sheet.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 12/18/2017 9:30 AM
1835, 1836, 72 checked on mills camp presumably belonging to "Jeffrey". Looks like he had packed up everything into a tarp. Tagged with an additional 24 hours to remove property.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 12/17/2017 11:00 AM
112, 130, and I tagged a clean camp beneath a large pine upstream of Grindley Bridge. Same as before, I followed tracks into the camp. APD informed me that Victor has been kicked out of the RFTA parcel near the roundabout and instructed to camp on Moore OS. I informed them Moore OS is also closed to camping. I checked on Victor's camp later in the day, and found it was still intact on RFTA property.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 12/17/2017 9:00 AM
75 and I contacted “Jeffery” (W Male 60s) in a clean camp on rim of Mills OS. I followed his tracks in from the Intercept Lot. Jeffery explained he doesn’t use the Shelter because of noise and sick people. I gave him an HHS resource sheet and agreed to let him stay for the day to pack up. Looking over past Ranger Mobile contacts, I suspect this individual is Paul Jeffery Peak (contacted camping in Moore OS in August 2017).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 12/16/2017 9:45 AM
Put two cones on Rio trail near Lazy Glen to caution users of rock fall. Bill and Ted have been notified of the rock fall.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 12/14/2017 2:15 PM
Contacted Mario Strobl about his dog off leash. Old dog, super nice, no prior contacts. VW
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/14/2017 11:30 AM
Fresh tracks found on Brush creek trail leading from one of the side entrances that are not signed. Tracks did not make it up to closure sign.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 12/13/2017 3:00 PM
Picked up three remote speaker mics for OST ranger radios 1837-1839.
8135 Emma Homestead Patrol/Outreach 12/13/2017 12:00 PM
Responded to report of something “suspicious” - possibly a broken window with someone inside - at the Emma Store. All clear and building is secure.
8135 Emma Homestead Parking 12/13/2017 12:00 PM
White Sienna van (CO: 306-JUJ) May be using Emma School lot as park-and-ride. Please tag if parked here tomorrow. A silver F250 (CO:625-PRP) is also parked in the lot.
8135 Neiley River Access Resource Damage 12/12/2017 2:00 PM
Found dumped mattress in river access lot. Bill disposed of it using his larger truck.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 12/12/2017 11:00 AM
Dropped off calendars in Meredith. Beautiful day on the Frying Pan. Meredith Store/Post Office owner shared some crazy black bear stories. Spotted a herd of big horn sheep and two bald eagles on the way down.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Signage 12/11/2017 3:00 PM
Put up " Caution Trail May Be Flooded" sign at iced bridge area.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Counters 12/11/2017 2:30 PM
Put up new trail counter at Prince Creek bridge.
8135 Prince Creek Trail Trails 12/10/2017 3:30 PM
Put a caution cone out on the New Prince Creek Trail where a ditch flooded and then froze the downhill-only trail. I notified Maintenance and Janet (to put out a message).
8135 Perham Creek Trailhead Signage 12/10/2017 2:30 PM
Fixed Perham TH Closure sign. Harvested last of the counters (Crystal Trail).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Written Warning 12/10/2017 1:00 PM
Written Warning: Lee and Steve Rittvo for DOL (black lab) on RGT east of Lazy Glen OS. Dog defecated and they would’ve likely left the waste if I hadn’t asked them to clean up. Nice, but spacey, folks. First warning.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Resource Damage 12/10/2017 1:00 PM
Posted temporary closed area signage at Cooper’s driveway on Lazy Glen OS. Trail users have been parking in Cooper’s Lot and generally getting in his space. Several of Cooper’s chickens have been killed
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 12/10/2017 10:30 AM
Confirmed unauthorized trail from 2020 Red Mtn Rd to Hunter Creek Trail at Benedict Bridge is still intact. I updated the County Code Enforcement Officer on the issue. I also noticed a game trail at the second HCT bridge crossing (from the bottom) is becoming a social trail. I put some branches across it, but the job will require more time to brush it in.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 12/10/2017 9:00 AM
Contacted “Merlin” and had a pleasant conversation at the north lot of North Star. I informed him of dusk-to-dawn closure and regulations prohibiting overnight parking. Merlin explained he parks his white van (TX: BWM-2076) in the lot on football game nights to listen to the game on the radio and smoke “a lot” of pot. I recommended he use the Intercept Lot. Merlin also stated he typically spends the night in Aspen.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 12/09/2017 3:30 PM
Staked out the Glassier closure for a while. No sign of trespass, no footprints in the snow at the gate.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Mutual Aid 12/09/2017 2:30 PM
Called in suspicious vehicles (RV and Jeep) at 24850 HWY82 (in lower part of fishing access at S. end of Wingo Bridge). These vehicles have been parked at this location on private land (adjacent to open space) for a week, and it appears someone may be living in them. I observed one man, but did not contact him and referred matter to PCSO.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Verbal Warning 12/09/2017 1:30 PM
Gave final warning to resident of 38 N. River Rd. for DOL (brown & black dog). Subject was rude, let the leash I have him drag, and did not seem to appreciate the leniency. This person is likely Jon Bender (32 yo). Please cite upon next contact.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 12/09/2017 10:30 AM
Verbal Warning: Jeff Clark for DOL ("Sol" tan/white res dog) on RGT @ MM 41.0. Polite and cooperative. Referred to Pitkin Outside. First warning.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 12/09/2017 9:30 AM
"Merlin" has his van parked at the north lot of North Star. Tire tracks indicate he drove in after the last snowfall. We need to keep an eye on this lot to make sure people aren't parking overnight.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 12/09/2017 9:30 AM
Educational contact with woman walking off-leash Rhodesian Ridgeback near entrance to OST-section of East of Aspen Trail. Woman leashed dog and decided to hike elsewhere.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 12/06/2017 1:00 PM
Deposited Goldrich ticket payment.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 12/06/2017 1:00 PM
Dropped off OST calendars throughout town.
8135 Crystal Trail Patrol/Outreach 12/05/2017 1:30 PM
Helped Dale give a Crystal Trail alignment tour to the Wilderness Workshop Board of Directors.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 12/05/2017 11:00 AM
Monitored Dispatch report of a gas leak in Stein Park. I was unable to respond, as I was up the Crystal. I contacted 1958, and he responded in my place. It was resolved quickly. Thanks!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 12/05/2017 10:45 AM
Took report from Jerry Terwilliger for DOL x 2 on RGT east of BHS. Unable to respond in time, as I was up the Crystal. UTL. Let's make sure to patrol down here.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/03/2017 11:30 AM
Collected trail counter data from Sky MP.Took out all batteries of closed area trail counters.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/02/2017 4:30 PM
Spotted two youngsters entering the N. Rim/Seven Star closure above Horse Ranch. Spoke to the mother about closures.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/02/2017 1:30 PM
Took report from Janet U. of guide and client with two DOL on Lazy Glen OS (white Honda SUV, CO: KQV-852). Unable to respond due to closure duty. Rangers, please keep tabs on this activity.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Verbal Warning 12/02/2017 12:00 PM
Contacted Nicole "Nicky" Toomui with her child on Owl Creek Trail for DOL (black & tan young dog, "Ranger"). Initially, Toomui was very argumentative and refused to ID herself. Eventually, she gave me her name, but would not give any contact info, told me not to write anything down, and argued with me on many points. About a half hour later, Toomui called me and apologized for her behavior. We had a good chat, and she understands the rules and expectations for a responsible pet owner. VW.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 12/02/2017 11:30 AM
Installed wildlife camera on Skyline Ridge Trail (39.229866 -106.888087). Best access on foot is via Radar Rd.
8135 Glassier Open Space Written Warning 12/02/2017 9:30 AM
Brian Davies two dogs entered Glassier near the bottom trail heads. 1835 & 1836 waited with one of the golden retrievers (snickers) until Brian showed up looking for his dog. Compliant. WW.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 12/01/2017 8:00 AM
All winter seasonal closures are in effect: Sky Mountain Park, Seven Star Ranch, Glassier, Brush Creek Trail, Red Canyon Trail, Red Wind Point, Perham Trailhead, Tarr OS, and Thompson Creek OS.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Penalty Assessment 11/29/2017 12:30 PM
Cited Melinda Goldrich for DOL x 3 (with fourth dog in backpack) (one ticket) at MM 39.5 on RGT. Dogs were hyper and all over, but not aggressive. Goldrich gave off-season excuse. Third contact. I informed Goldrich about Pitkin Outside app.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 11/29/2017 12:30 PM
Written Warning to Kim Master for DOL x 2 on RGT at Slaughterhouse Falls. Very friendly and apologetic. Second contact this year. Referred to Pitkin Outside for dog regs by trail.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 11/29/2017 9:00 AM
Winter trail closures begin Friday Trails at Sky Mountain Park and Glassier Open Space will close for the winter on Friday, Dec. 1. Pitkin County Open Space and Trails reminds the public to observe these closures, intended for the benefit wildlife during the winter months. The trails reopen on May 16, 2018. Closed trails at Sky Mountain Park include Viewline, Ditchline, Deadline, Skyline Ridge, Cozyline, Airline and Cozy Pony. Rim Trail North, Seven Star and the Upper North Mesa Equestrian trails will also close Friday, reopening May 16, 2018. Brush Creek Trail will close Dec. 1 through March 31, 2018. Also closed for the winter, starting Friday, are the Perham Creek Trailhead, Red Wind Point Open Space, Wheatley Gulch, Bionaz Gulch and the Aspen Valley Ranch Trail (a.k.a. Red Canyon Trail). The stretch of the Rio Grande Trail between Catherine Bridge and Rock Bottom Ranch will close Thursday at 5 p.m. It reopens April 30, 2018 at 5 p.m.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 11/28/2017 12:00 PM
HCT is extremely icy from Obs Deck connector to Benedict Bridge. Traction (yak-tracks) highly recommended.
8135 Administration Illegal Camping 11/28/2017 9:00 AM
Met with Ted and discussed risk mgmt. Until radio comms issues are worked out, OST Rangers are not to take transient camp calls for City of Aspen OS or enter any camps on OST property without a deputy. Rangers must call PCSO to coordinate response to all camp calls. Camps on City OS are to be directed to APD.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Written Warning 11/22/2017 2:00 PM
Contacted Jane Graber near Woody Creek with her tan lab off leash. Lectured. She was compliant. WW.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 11/20/2017 8:00 AM
Opened Skyline, Cozyline, Ditchline, and Airline.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Verbal Warning 11/19/2017 10:30 AM
I contacted Donna Diani after seeing her walking dog during closure. She claimed she didn't see the sign (I later confirmed it was down where she entered). She was babysitting her sons black lab and was compliant and nice. Verbal Warning.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 11/16/2017 2:00 PM
Locked Cozyline Trail gate (locked for duration of hunt - gate is set back about 50yds from trail entrance) and Seven Star/Picture Point gate (permanently locked).
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 11/16/2017 12:00 PM
Left message with Jim Snyder, Owl Creek Ranch Manager, offering to discuss County's admin access on Jack Rabbit Ridge Rd. (enshrined in radio tower easement) and other questions he may have.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 11/16/2017 11:00 AM
Merlin is back at North Star. I'm not sure whether or not he's overnighting in the parking lot.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 11/16/2017 10:00 AM
Took trails call from Heather at Aspen Airport Info Booth about mileage of Seven Star Trail. We talked for a while about FAQs. I dropped off Pitkin Outside cards at the booth and showed Heather how to use the map app.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 11/15/2017 8:00 AM
Closures: Interior of Sky MP (11/15-11/19) and Dart (Closed to Dogs, 11/15-4/30).
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 11/15/2017 8:00 AM
Received e-mail from Andrew Atkinson (APD, homeless-liaison officer) in response to my inquiry about Mills OS camp. As I suspected, the camp belongs to Shae Olae. Atkinson was not aware of any medical issues, but Olae may be a drug user. Atkinson suspects Olae may have fled town to avoid warrant, but he offered to contact Olae and instruct him to remove camp by week's end.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 11/15/2017 8:00 AM
Someone has removed the tagged contractor bag full of bedroll.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Signage 11/14/2017 4:00 PM
Closed skyline, cozy-line, viewline, and ditchline for hunt.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 11/14/2017 8:00 AM
Took call from John Baker, confrontational subject from Sky MP contact on 11/14/2017. 242 tracked down Baker; he works for TOSV Road Division. Baker sincerely apologized to me for his behavior, indicated he wanted to forge a better relationship between Owl Creek Ranch and OST, and requested I call Jim Snyder, Ranch Manager, to discuss our administrative access and other issues. I don't know what 242 did, but Baker said he was "humbled" and completely changed his tone from the previous night.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 11/13/2017 5:00 PM
Did walk-thru of Sky MP hunting closure with 1836. Closure signage and ropes will be placed at dusk tomorrow.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 11/13/2017 5:00 PM
Encountered "John" - employee from Owl Creek Ranch - on Jack Rabbit Ridge Rd. while hiking in signage for the hunt. John drove up to 1836 and myself in a UTV with two DOL. John questioned who we were and what we were doing. I identified myself as a ranger and informed him OST has administrative access across the private land. John then explained that "we (the ranch) didn't like open space." I am following up with 242/243 to ID "John" by name due to his vaguely threatening behavior.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 11/13/2017 3:00 PM
Returned stolen Armstrong bike to Marci DiSalvo, 01's wife.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 11/13/2017 11:30 AM
Spoke with Kurtis Tesch (CPW) regarding violations on OST - possible poaching on Emma OS, trespassers (caught throughout the year) on Deer Creek OS.
8135 Aspen Valley Ranch/Red Canyon Trail Patrol/Outreach 11/13/2017 11:00 AM
Talked to Howard V. again regarding AVR hunting access. Howard requested Red Canyon Trail signage be updated to describe the 7-day in advance reservation requirement for hunting access to BLM land/ADA access to PC Trail. He also claimed property lines shown in AVR agreement are incorrect - I forwarded his statements to Paul and Ted.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 11/13/2017 8:00 AM
A limited elk hunt will take place at Sky Mountain Park on Nov. 15-19. Five hunters were chosen through a lottery. The Cozyline, Airline, Skyline Ridge and Ditch trails will be closed during the hunt. Much of the park closes for the winter on Dec. 1.
8135 Mills OSP Verbal Warning 11/12/2017 4:00 PM
1836 & 1835 made contact with Kelly Keeffe after seeing her biking with two dol. she was compliant and she received a verbal warning. Black lab named G and a Spanish water dog named Wallace.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/12/2017 12:00 PM
Spoke with Tom Joder and Andy Davies accessing Glassier OS from adjacent private land on Sunday. I explained to both that we were trying to direct the public to access from designated entries only, rather than private gates. Friendly conversations. Sent email to Ted and GT to clarify our goal for neighborhood access.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 11/12/2017 10:30 AM
1835 and 1836 returned to abandoned squatter camp at Mills open space. The original note had been brought inside the tent suggesting someone had been there. We left a note stating to clean site in 24 hrs or property will be disposed of due to med waste.
8135 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 11/12/2017 9:00 AM
3rd Rifle Elk season ends today. 4th Rifle Elk season starts 11/15 (along with Sky MP Lotto Hunt and associated closure).
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Mutual Aid 11/11/2017 4:30 PM
1836 and I recovered Sheriff Joe DiSalvo's stolen Lance Armstrong TREK bike from Red Butte OS. The Sheriff will pick up his bike from us on Monday.
8135 Aspen Valley Ranch/Red Canyon Trail Patrol/Outreach 11/11/2017 12:00 PM
Spoke with Howard, owner of Western Adventures, and Jason, Aspen Valley Ranch Manager, to resolve conflict over hunter access. Rule is: hunters may cross AVR, but they must reserve a hunt date 7-days in advance, report their names/tags, and unload their weapons while on property.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/10/2017 5:30 PM
Patrolled around dusk hour on complaint of many DOL on upper RGT and request from Ted. Low-light hours are a riskier time to patrol, and we should exercise caution. No DOLs encountered.
8135 Elk Park Patrol/Outreach 11/10/2017 11:00 AM
Spoke with Richard Franke, owner of residence adjacent to Redstone Park, about mowing in the park. Franke says he mows park, but doesn't own the chairs, fire pit, etc. left on the property. I referred him to Ted to discuss park maintenance.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 11/09/2017 12:00 PM
Checked tagged camps on Mills OS with 14. Blue tent appears to have small amount of medical waste and fake gun inside. We are clear to bag up valuables and dispose of trash carefully.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 11/07/2017 3:30 PM
Removed skeleton from the top of Deadline Trail. Sky MP is riding great.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 11/05/2017 3:30 PM
DOL w/ Chrstine Benedetti. Knows rules, first contact, lecture, and VW.
8136 Open Space & Trails Training 11/05/2017 9:00 AM
Oriented 1836 to Mid and UV OST properties. Harvested trail counters.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 11/04/2017 12:30 PM
Fielded call from Brice Gordon 925.7662 (Basalt bike and ski) who wanted to know if "night riding" was allowed in SMP. I informed him that the park is closed to night use per management plan.
8136 Glassier Open Space Signage 11/04/2017 9:00 AM
Replaced mismatched screws on the signage in Glassier and BHS to match the new sign package.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 11/03/2017 3:30 PM
Tagged black garbage bag full of sleeping bag, clothes, etc. on Mills Rim. Confirmed tagged blue tent on Mills OS by river is still intact - requested PCSO night shift contact occupant.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 11/03/2017 1:00 PM
Checked City's Little Cloud OS/co-owned Midland Trail for camp with 120 and 1836. UTL.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 11/03/2017 12:00 PM
Checked Deer Hill for reported camp. Located well-established camp with wood stove on City's Burlingame Ranch OS. 120 and 1836 tagged camp for removal in 48hrs - enforcement left to APD.
8135 Thompson Creek Open Space Meeting/Planning 11/03/2017 8:00 AM
Met with Bill Fales and Marge Perry of Cold Mtn Ranch, and discussed ranching history, recreation, and recent cattle mutilation...
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 11/03/2017 8:00 AM
Accepted/deposited payment for Villafranco (and sent check request for reciprocal payment to Eagle County, per IGA). DA dismissed Gillis case at my request, and I accepted/deposited Gillis' late payment.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 11/01/2017 1:30 PM
DOL w/ zach king. Unfamiliar with RGT and regs. Accessed from ABC. First offense, referred to dol areas, lecture, VW.
8136 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 11/01/2017 12:00 PM
Tagged camp with 76 on Far East end of Mills OS. blue tent, brown tarp, fire ring with burnt trash inside. Gave 48 hours to remove belongings, trash, and deconstruct fire ring.
1839 Seven Star Ranch Verbal Warning 10/30/2017 9:30 AM
VW. Talked to Rick and Linda Lynch about their dog in a closed area just below the intersection with rim trail. Rick admitted he saw the no dog sign and was polite and cooperative. The dog was on leash.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 10/30/2017 8:00 AM
Rick Norman (1836) - new Senior Ranger - starts work today. Please give him a warm welcome.
1838 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 10/29/2017 11:00 AM
Fitzgerald Landscaping trailer still in Arbaney Kittle parking lot
8136 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 10/29/2017 10:00 AM
I collected the 4th chair that matches the previous 3 outside the lockup. It was on its side with a broken seat near the riverbank in Redstone Park.
1838 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 10/28/2017 12:15 PM
Tagged trailer from Fitzgerald Landscaping left parked at Arbaney Kittle. License plate CO 678-VYQ. Phone number 970-920-3005
1838 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/28/2017 11:00 AM
Labeled Filoha wildlife cam and swapped memory cards
8135 Sky Mountain Park Meeting/Planning 10/28/2017 10:00 AM
Completed last hunter orientation for Sky MP Hunt.
8135 Open Space & Trails Parking 10/28/2017 8:00 AM
Found an open door on truck 211 early in the weekend shift. The driver's seat was wet and had a pile of wet paper towels. As staff at the nearby Sanitation Plant have reported seeing a transient male passing through the area at night, the situation seems suspicious. Please keep all vehicle and doors locked at the PW yards.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Meeting/Planning 10/27/2017 4:00 PM
Met with 4 of 5 lotto-winning hunters for orientation on 4th Season Sky MP Hunt (cow elk only). Reviewed all rules & regs, and gave intro to park layout.
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 10/27/2017 9:00 AM
Deputy 52 and I searched the riverbank near the Sanitation Plant river access trail and checked on the tagged camp below Stein Trail. No sign of camp at river trail. Tagged camp and belongings have been removed, as requested.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 10/26/2017 3:30 PM
Took report from the Superintendent of the Sanitation Plant of a "hobo camp" below the designated fisherman's trail at the Sanitation Plant. This is a different camp from the one we tagged. I will check on it tomorrow morning.
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 10/26/2017 9:00 AM
Spoke with Dispatch about camp on Stein Trail. Deputies responded to camp last night, instructed campers to move along, and transported one female to Detox. I gave Dispatch entry codes for Sanitation Plant gates. 1839 and I tagged camp near large pipe just upstream of the plant. We will check back in 24hrs.
8135 Gerbaz Parking 10/25/2017 1:00 PM
At City's request, I contacted Michael Buysee (caretaker of westernmost RR car at Gerbaz-RGT), and informed him that there will be no vehicle access to the property permitted during the winter due to nordic grooming.
8135 Emma Homestead Parking 10/25/2017 12:30 PM
Tagged 4Runner (CO: 165-HVL) likely using Emma Schoolhouse as park and ride - parked in same spot with sun blind up since Monday.
1838 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 10/25/2017 12:00 PM
Found set of toyota keys on Smuggler rd., brought to Aspen police at courthouse
1838 Smuggler Mountain Road Patrol/Outreach 10/25/2017 11:00 AM
Peter Paul's white pickup truck still stuck on Smuggler Mtn. Rd, above Robbie Wade park. Confirmed that it is on Open Space property via ArcGIS. Contacted Mr. Paul and told him he needed to move the vehicle immediately. He agree and plans to move it tonight.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 10/25/2017 11:00 AM
K. Stiller plead guilty in court and paid his ticket plus court fee. T. Cooper FTA'd x 3 - the court has issued a bench warrant for her arrest. Pienaar also paid ticket.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 10/25/2017 9:00 AM
Met with Roaring Fork Conservancy to review this season's environmental ed. programming. All in all it went well. We outlined a few changes for next year, and discussed potential new, bilingual programming for Lazy Glen OS.
8135 Thompson Creek Open Space Mutual Aid 10/25/2017 8:00 AM
Rancher Bill Fales reports one of his cows was killed yesterday on Thompson Creek OS (near the mouth of the Crystal River Valley). The cow was reportedly mutilated and partially skinned in eerie fashion. Fales suspects "aliens" or a "satanic group." 48 took the call. Feeling the Halloween vibe yet?
1838 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/24/2017 10:00 AM
Spoke with Laurie Adams, the woman in the silver SUV in the glassier lot, she lost a black dress boot somewhere near the lot. If found please contact her at 970-379-9846
1838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/23/2017 11:15 AM
Found Susan plummer’s drivers license at the top of smuggler. She is a realtor in town and I have contacted her and will bring the license to her office.
1838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 10/23/2017 11:00 AM
Replaced “Jeep” no moto icon at BTS trailhead with dirt bike no moto sign
1838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/23/2017 10:45 AM
Found new black Toyota Tundra truck parked on the top of smuggler next to the Gate uphill of the observation platform. Temporary Colorado license plate A952750. No hunting gear visible. Tagged.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 10/21/2017 2:30 PM
DOL w/ Nancy Sullivan on RGT near skull rock. First offense. Lecture, referred to PitOutside, VW.
1838 Glassier Open Space Signage 10/21/2017 10:00 AM
1836 fixed bent glassier sign
8136 Glassier Open Space Penalty Assessment 10/20/2017 10:30 AM
Please review my citation report for John Villafranco - 2 dogs off leash and in closed area.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Fire 10/19/2017 11:00 AM
Deconstructed large fire ring above observation deck on the maintenance rd.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Written Warning 10/18/2017 9:30 AM
Written warning to Paulina Vandernoordaa for possible dog off leash on Rio grande trail near Basalt High school. Didn’t observe directly but highly likely was off leash. She is on rollerblades and is worried about getting hurt with dog pulling her over.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 10/18/2017 9:30 AM
Citation issued to Lisa Lambert for DOL on the Northstar Beach. See report.
957 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 10/18/2017 9:00 AM
Turned in bleongings from Marolt/Castle Creek camp to APD as Nick Olson is currently incarcerated
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 10/17/2017 11:00 AM
Came across cattle on the Rio grande trail upvalley of Basalt high school, near the “tunnel”. Saw where cows are jumping over a low spot in the fence. Made sure cows all returned back to the ranch land. Will follow up with the owner.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 10/17/2017 10:15 AM
Spoke to “Harvey” who was having a worker park in Emma schoolhouse parking lot and then he would drive to job site.
1838 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 10/16/2017 3:00 PM
Took call from dispatch and called "Joe" 970-274-1173 who was asking about why the Heron signs at James H. Smith haven't been taken down as they have in years past. He said he used to access that area in the past in the Fall. Explained to him that 2015 management plan has that area as permanently closed.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 10/16/2017 11:45 AM
Educational contact with man, "Joe," at North Star obs platform likely scouting for hunting. Informed of hunting regulations and dog leash rule on East of Aspen Trail. Joe has tags for 2nd season, and likes to hunt Richmond Ridge. Joe drives a silver pick up (CO:365-XQA) and has a white & black dog named "Daisy." **I don't know if this is the same "Joe" that 1838 talked to about accessing the heron closure - if so, it seems suspicious. Please keep an eye out for this individual and his truck in the North Star area.**
8135 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 10/16/2017 11:45 AM
Verbal Warning: Sam Louras for DOL ("Journey" old viszla) on EOA trail. Louras tried to walk away and avoid me, so intercepted her down the trail. Very polite, and forthcoming with ID info. Evidently this was her first warning.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 10/16/2017 11:00 AM
Accepted and deposited payment for Grossman ticket.
957 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Followed-up on issue 10/16/2017 10:00 AM
Borrowed Trail counter from PitCOST to finish October data harvest
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 10/15/2017 5:00 PM
Located a silver 4Runner at Wildwood TH with a "Plano" brand double-gun case inside (identified it by the SKU on the side of the box). Plate is CO: TVQ-739. It is highly likely this vehicle belongs to Brad Smith. Hunting is legal directly across from Wildwood on USFS land, but clearly not OST. I hiked into JHS and scoped out the North Star closure from multiple vantage points, but saw no sign of anyone.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 10/15/2017 3:00 PM
Took call from Dispatch, and spoke with Brad Smith (970-618-5947) about hunting access across James H. Smith OS. Smith argued the "Smiths" (former owners of North Star Preserve area) had ensured hunting access would be allowed across the Preserve to reach USFS land on AJAX. I informed Smith that this is not the case - per the mgmt. plan, all of the Preserve (including JHS) is closed to hunting and river left is closed to all forms of public access year-round. Smith stated that he lives at the end of Ute Ave. and side-hilled above the Preserve yesterday to reach the hunting area. Smith expressed frustration at the difficulty of the hike and complained the "animals are protected" because the Preserve blocks access - I informed him protecting animals was our intent. I confirmed that USFS land is open to hunting, but cautioned Smith that OST prosecutes any unauthorized hunting with state charges. I advised Smith to cross the river at Wildwood, if he could find a legal route on USFS land or access the area from above. I cautioned Smith to be cognizant of property boundaries and not to trespass on OST land. Keep an eye out for this guy.
1836 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 10/15/2017 2:30 PM
Tagged camping supplies nicely packed away under the Airport Ranch Underpass. Gave 24hrs to remove.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 10/15/2017 10:00 AM
Found dead deer carcass on the upper RGT, near mm 37.5. Looked recent.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 10/15/2017 8:00 AM
Congo TH parking is closed. Brush Creek Trail is closed to dogs until spring.
1838 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/14/2017 5:00 PM
Large controlled burn taking place on property closest to cozyline trailhead, producing a lot of smoke. Spoke to landowner to make sure was under control.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 10/14/2017 3:45 PM
VW. Talked to Richard Greenberg about Sampson being off leash just UV from Stein Park. Very friendly and acknowledged that he knew about the leash law. Gave him info on off-leash areas. Very friendly and compliant.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 10/14/2017 2:00 PM
Educational contact with friendly group of hikers at HC trailhead with an absolutely tiny DOL and a bigger leashed dog. Lectured about big bad coyotes, and why small dogs need to be leashed too.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 10/14/2017 2:00 PM
Educational contact with Hispanic man who seemed to have poor grasp on English. He was walking with a football-sized DOL at his heel. I had him leash up and warned about coyotes, etc. best I could.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 10/14/2017 2:00 PM
Verbal Warning: Darilyn Cairncross for black lab off-leash ("Lucy"). Cairncross stated she unleashed dog to better navigate steep portion of trail. As I watched the dog wander off-leash significantly far ahead of Cairncross, I doubted the explanation. I explained to Cairncross that I don't want her to fall, and urged her to drop her leash if she feels she's in imminent danger of falling. First warning.
1836 Glassier Open Space Signage 10/14/2017 2:00 PM
Added 4 new "no dog" icons along the Glassier trailhead.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 10/14/2017 1:45 PM
Observed 2-3 golf carts on the rio grande trail, just upvalley of the basalt high school. Tried to catch up with them on the trail, but they continued at a high rate of speed toward the Roaring Fork Club and turned off the trail before I could reach them. I followed up with the roaring fork club and contacted management at the main clubhouse (Arbaney Kittle side). They said it may be related to high school kids that they say they rented carts to for homecoming. RFC said they will contact OS as well.
1838 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/14/2017 1:30 PM
Alec is re-grading his driveway and there was no vehicular access to the Glassier bike and equestrian trails.
1838 Crystal Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/14/2017 1:00 PM
At Prince Creek parking lot saw Todd Fugate's truck parked. He was contacted by Ted last week for altering the new trail and causing damage on the new bridges. Did not see him in the area.
1838 Crystal Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/14/2017 12:00 PM
observed long fixed/highline setup on the narrows, above the watchtower area, connecting pinnacles. Unsure of its status, we may want to advise forest service.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 10/14/2017 11:30 AM
Verbal Warning: John Rogan for DOL (golden retriever) on RGT @ Stein Bridge. Claimed to be dog sitting. Very polite. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 10/14/2017 11:30 AM
Verbal Warning: Melissa Temple for small brown DOL ("Texas") on RGT below Gold Butte. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 10/14/2017 11:30 AM
Lots of John Denverites paying homage to the artist at Slaughterhouse Falls. The 20th anniversary of Denver's death was on Oct. 12th. Several visitors tried to recreate the album cover photo from Rocky Mountain High, shot at the falls in 1972 at similar water level.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 10/14/2017 11:00 AM
Turned around three tourists on E-MTB at Shady Lane and RGT (rented from ABR). They returned to the shop, exchanged for normal bikes, and continued ride to GWS.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/14/2017 11:00 AM
Educational contact with minor regarding DOL on RGT upstream of Stein Park. "Leash doesn't count if it's not in your hand."
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 10/14/2017 8:00 AM
First rifle elk season starts today (10/14-10/18). Hunting is prohibited on all OST property. Contact CPW if you suspect poaching.
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 10/13/2017 4:00 PM
Was informed by a police officer by mm 40 on the Rio Grand Trail that there was a report of a mountain lion in the area. Bike the upper section multiple times, but was unable to find any evidence of a lion in the area.
1836 Sky Mountain Park Maintenance 10/13/2017 4:00 PM
1837 and I responded to a call from dispatch about a tree down on Deadline. 1837 did a fantastic job removing the trees.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 10/12/2017 7:45 PM
10/12 Observed four mountain bikes with ultra bright headlights descending Airline Trail at 7:45pm. Sky MP is closed dusk to dawn. Please outreach people in the community you suspect may be riding at night.
957 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 10/12/2017 3:30 PM
Tagged reported camp with 1835, 1837 and 1839 on Castle Creek. found other belongings cached and tagged those too.
957 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Followed-up on issue 10/12/2017 12:30 PM
Finished cleaning out downed branches along maroon creek canyon trail
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Meeting/Planning 10/12/2017 10:00 AM
Met with Dr. Johnson (owner of water wheel property adjacent to Filoha Meadows) and daughter, Claudia to discuss possible improvements to the Johnsons' hot spring facility and other Filoha issues. Note: rangers have Johnsons' permission (as well as legal authority under an admin easement) to access Filoha through the Doc's private land to deal with maintenance, enforcement, or emergency. Just be careful not to block any roads. Beware one of the family employees is fiercely anti-government. Refreshed SD card in Filoha camera.
8135 Crystal Trail Verbal Warning 10/12/2017 8:30 AM
Contacted Connie Knuth for DOL (two huskies) on Crystal Trail. Connie leashed her dog and then became extremely emotional about the proposed CD-to-CB Trail. Connie lives in Crystal Valley Country Estates. She complained about "sham" public process, camping/fires on Red Wind Pt., motorized use on Crystal Trail, concern about liability for bike crashes, and "devaluing" of her property. I explained public comment period, BOCC decision making power, ranger program, value added to real estate by adjacent OS, and gave her my card and non-emergency number to report any violations 24/7. Contact ultimately turned into a welfare check. See report. After conversation with GT, I was able to ID Connie more accurately and determine she has received a citation in the past. Future violations will result in further citations.
8135 Crystal Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/12/2017 8:30 AM
Due to remote nature of many Crystal Valley properties, please inform crew as you move from location to location (e.g. "I'll be out at Redstone Boulders").
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 10/11/2017 5:00 PM
1839 and I contacted Robert Mahle. Mahle admitted he was responsible for a camp we located downstream of Stein Bridge. Mahle was polite and clean. He works for temp services and promised to return to GJ at the end of the week. I granted Mahle 48hrs
8135 Prince Creek Trail Resource Damage 10/11/2017 5:00 PM
Took report from Ted of illegal trail building at Prince Creek Trail project. Todd Fugate has been warned repeatedly by Ted to refrain from building jumps, changing the Prince Creek Trail alignment, and even moving a newly-installed trail bridge. (50s male, Tacoma, CO:EQS-698, BULLS E-MTB). If Fugate is observed doing anything like this again, we will ticket him. If he causes more than a few hundred dollars of damage, we will have to use a deputy to press charges. I will check on the trail tomorrow. Let's make sure to patrol the Crystal from here on out due to elk season.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 10/11/2017 1:30 PM
Cut and removed three downed trees from HCT connector.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Verbal Warning 10/11/2017 12:30 PM
Contacted Paul Kienast for poor voice & sight control. I've warned Kienast repeatedly in the past, and reduced a citation to a written warning in the past due to suspected emotional issues at play. We had a serious conversation. Kienast agreed to leash dog and clearly understands he will get a ticket for any further offenses.
1839 Glassier Open Space Penalty Assessment 10/11/2017 12:30 PM
Wrote a citation to Etienne Pienaar for dog in closed area.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 10/11/2017 10:00 AM
Installed a dog sign at the social trail at the East side of Basalt High by the track. I also removed the sandwich boards with signs for bike signaling at Basalt High and Stein Park.
1838 Stein Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/10/2017 5:30 PM
I observed a man acting strangely on one of the beaches on the Stein Trail near the Stein Bridge, on the ABC side. He was acting erratically, pacing up and down, jumping around, and making loud noises. I asked dispatch for a welfare check by a deputy. 1835 joined me and deputy 03 came down and talked with the individual. His name is Robert Mahle and he claims to work as a temp for a local property management company and lives in Glenwood.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 10/10/2017 3:00 PM
Contacted two trucks seen driving on Rio Grande Trail. As suspected, they were contractors for the Sanitation District. 1838 and I learned way more than we wanted to about dealing sewerage pipes. Sanitation District staff now have my card and promised to call before accessing trail/interrupting trail traffic in the future.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 10/10/2017 1:30 PM
Rode Jaffee River Trail and checked opposite bank for camps. No camps observed on Mills or in old Olea camp.
8135 Sheriff's Office Patrol/Outreach 10/10/2017 1:30 PM
Fiber optic cable cut in mid-valley disrupted 911 in PitCo, as well landline, internet, and cell. PCSO sent deputies to all fire stations and directed public to visits stations for 9-1-1 help.
1838 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/10/2017 12:00 PM
I contacted the woman in the silver SUV who has been hanging out a lot in the Glassier parking lot. Her name is Laurie, license plate is Colorado APQ-375. She seemed very suspicious of law enforcement and didn't want to have a long conversation with me. She is afraid that we are spraying the trails with chemicals. She says she has lived in the area for 40 yrs. She understands the camping regulations.
1839 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 10/10/2017 11:00 AM
Cut the downed aspen tree blocking the trail just below the private driveway on HC trail.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Resource Damage 10/09/2017 12:00 PM
Despite 1836's efforts in cleaning up the graffiti on the table at Basalt HS the other day, the graffiti has been repeated on the table.
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/08/2017 4:00 PM
VW to two individuals smoking marijuana on HCT by the river.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 10/08/2017 2:15 PM
2 ebikers on RGT near stein park. Owned bikes. Directed onto cemetery lane.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 10/08/2017 2:00 PM
Located former OST ranger Keith's dog "Hank" who needed some alone time- took himself on a walk and swim in the local ditch on RGT West of Emma. Returned to family.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 10/08/2017 1:00 PM
Group of 8 e bikers on the upper RGT, all black/green haibike rentals
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 10/08/2017 12:00 PM
Red biyak is finally removed from the roaring fork. Dispatch had called with contact info for Luke Wooten trying to get in touch. He was at Stevens st Gate and wanted to drive on the Rio grande. I denied him access. Met him and his friend extricating the boat on the river. They walked it downriver to Jaffe park and removed it there. The two seem to have a grudge against the rangers.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 10/08/2017 9:45 AM
1837 expertly sawed the large tree that was blocking the sunny side trail connector to the RGT. Trail is now clear.
1836 Glassier Open Space Dog Offense 10/08/2017 9:30 AM
WW to Veronica Powell for DOL in a "no dog zone" on Glassier Bike Trail.
1836 Glassier Open Space Wildlife 10/08/2017 9:30 AM
Help wrangle a cow back into the pasture at Glassier Open Space.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 10/07/2017 3:00 PM
Contacted Mark Mebel with a drone in S. Gate parking area. Mark was very knowledgeable about FAA regs but unfamiliar with OST regs. Mark has a drone pilot license and intends to fly in compliance with all existing agency protocol. VW.
1838 Sky Mountain Park Parking 10/07/2017 2:45 PM
Found subaru parked on the Hidden Valley Cemetery rd right in front of the closed gate. No occupants around. Met with 242 and she left a warning on the vehicle.
1838 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 10/07/2017 2:00 PM
Issued citation together with 1836 to Renee Grossman for 2 dogs in sky mountain park on cozyline trail. She was very upset.
1838 Open Space Properties Accident/Rescue 10/07/2017 1:30 PM
Staged to assist Snowmass Fire with medical incident on the South Rim Trail for woman with ankle injury, possible carry out. SFD was able to transport the pt. on their ATV. 1838 went up and assisted 242 with bringing the pt's e-bike down off the trail.
957 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Found vandalism 10/07/2017 1:00 PM
Ute Trail counter destroyed, likely by closure bandits
1838 Open Space & Trails Trails 10/07/2017 8:15 AM
Counter dock should be working now
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 10/06/2017 4:30 PM
DOL w/ Kelly Alford - Zero Tolerance Zone BHS. Citation issued.
957 Meadows Open Space Followed-up on issue 10/06/2017 4:00 PM
walked music trail and meadows trail, sawed and clear 4 downed trees and countless branches
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 10/06/2017 3:30 PM
DOL w/ Alycia Gillis - Zero Tolerance Zone BHS. Citation issued.
957 Herron/Newbury Park Litter all over 10/06/2017 2:00 PM
Found bear trash in Garrish park belonging to Athena Helbing-Ballou. took pictures, cleaned up, will address with wildlife officer
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Followed-up on issue 10/06/2017 12:00 PM
Removed camp tagged by 1835 in test pit along Midland trail. Property is stored at parks cold storage
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 10/06/2017 12:00 PM
Cut and removed 1 tree blocking Tootsie Roll, 3 blocking Verena Mallory.
1839 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 10/04/2017 10:45 AM
VW. Gave a Verbal warning to the Vantoshes (couple in 60s) at Northstar Beach. Very friendly and a woman that 1836 and I ran into at the kiosk admitted that she told them that they could take their dog on the beach.
8135 Stein Trail Trails 10/03/2017 3:30 PM
Cut and removed large tree from Stein Trail just west of the bridge. Removed fallen branches as far down as the Burlingame Trail.
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 10/03/2017 10:30 AM
VW to Jim Stoval for DOL on HC trail. Is from Vail, here for His sons BDay. 1st offense.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 10/02/2017 6:00 PM
Kudos to 1838 for hiking the entire Hunter-Smuggler loop with a chainsaw on the hunt for downed trees today! Next stop, wild land fire crew?
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 10/02/2017 1:00 PM
Heavy wet snow brought down numerous trees across the upper valley. 1838 and I cleared dozens of downed branches and cut fallen trees on upper RGT from the Post Office to Stein Park.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 10/02/2017 1:00 PM
Received and deposited fine payment from Little Nell/Simon Chen for commercial use violation.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Dog Offense 10/02/2017 9:00 AM
Reviewed photos from Filoha gate camera - 5+ photos of dogs, sometimes the same dog multiple times. Likely, the neighborhood is abusing their own meadow. I am sending photos to staff to try to ID people.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/02/2017 9:00 AM
Talked with Dr. Johnson regarding cabin guests accessing RR grade from private land. I clarified that guests may only access Filoha from the public gate. Fisherman (with permission from Dr. Johnson) may access the riverbank via private land for fishing during the open season. I arranged a time next week to introduce myself to Dr. Johnson face-to-face. He sounds like a super interesting guy, and he expressed interest in expanding OST/environmental education access to his land.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 10/02/2017 8:00 AM
Checked on tagged camp on Mills OS below W. end of Intercept Lot with 1838 and 79. Camp has been removed. Shea Olea's camp is still intact on CDOT land. According to 79, Olea is in jail.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Mutual Aid 10/01/2017 3:00 PM
Helped 79 clear a downed tree across lower river rd
1838 Filoha Meadows Open Space Signage 10/01/2017 12:00 PM
Put up closure rope at intersection of Dorais Way/doubletrack
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 10/01/2017 9:00 AM
(2) DOL w Ben Cook from Vale valley. Cooperative. First offense; Referred to pitoutside, lecture, VW.
1838 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 9/30/2017 5:00 PM
Called dispatch this morning to request a deputy get in touch to check on camps in OS today but never heard back from a deputy -- maybe they were busy today, will try again tomorrow.
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 9/30/2017 4:30 PM
Closed Filoha meadows for the season. All related signage has been replaced.
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Signage 9/30/2017 4:30 PM
Installed 4x4 with "property boundary" and "property closed behind this sign" on the old 2 track adjacent to Doc Johnsons property ".
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Maintenance 9/30/2017 2:00 PM
Replaced wildlife camera (on power line pole) at downvalley side of Filoha.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/30/2017 11:30 AM
Responded to bike accident on the Rio Grande Trail at Duffys Wiggles. 50's yo woman had crashed and sustained head injury with bleeding. Transported to AVH by Aspen Ambulance. Assisted with traffic control and safety. Note that there was no access from Shady Lane to the RGT, but doesn't seem to be a permanent situation. Ambulance and police car entered from Puppy Smith. See report.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/30/2017 10:45 AM
“Potamkin” putting on event on his private property near stein park on cemetery lane. Had a lot of fishing guides as part of event who were parking in stein park. Had them move out of parking lot.
1838 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/29/2017 11:00 AM
Spoke with one of the guys who works with Alec at Glassier and he said trail users are leaving the gates open and cattle are getting out
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 9/28/2017 11:00 AM
Verbal warning: Florence Lautrette of WC for small black & white dog "yapo" off-leash on RGT above WCT. No leash. Very argumentative at first - claimed Gary Tennenbaum told her leash law was not enforced in WC area. I explained that I've issued at least a half dozen tickets up to $1000 for DOL in the area. Eventually Florence calmed down and we had a civil conversation.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 9/27/2017 3:00 PM
Cited Michael Brands for commercial activity on Glassier OS (video shoot) and warned for drone use. Discussed permit process. Very friendly guy, who was happy to pay ticket on the spot.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 9/27/2017 3:00 PM
Cited Simon Chen, Little Nell Managing Director, for commercial activity on RGT @ MM 39.5 (bike event). Cooperative guy, but our fines are a drop in the bucket. Discussed permit process and consequences of companies not complying with regulations (no more permits).
8135 Open Space & Trails Training 9/27/2017 3:00 PM
Contacted Parker Lathrop of Aspen Fire to discuss possible inter-agency swift water training centered on removing the cursed red "biyak" - Parker is interested and extending an invite to his swift water rescue techs. Let me know if you want to join to practice shore support.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 9/27/2017 2:00 PM
Contacted two ebike riders just UV of Stein park who claimed opdmd and were from Napa Valley. The bikes were rented from Aspen Bike Rentals.
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 9/27/2017 12:00 PM
VW to Twila Carroll for DOL on the soft surface trail by the Airport Ranch sign.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/27/2017 11:00 AM
Tagged camp (reported by OST staff) on Mills OS below W. end of Intercept Lot with 63 - unoccupied tent structure. Silver truck with E-bike in back belonging to David Morales Arturo was parked nearby. This man apparently lives in the lot. While hiking out, 63 and I also located a second, very large, well-established camp belonging to Shae Olea in CDOT wetland at W. end of Lot as well. 63 asked Dispatch to notify CDOT. Olea is suspected to be violent, and was responsible for large river camp cleaned up by staff last month. Rangers, be careful in this area.
1836 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 9/27/2017 11:00 AM
Picked up trash from a camp in Jaffee park
8135 Glassier Open Space Commercial Permit Check 9/26/2017 2:00 PM
Researched commercial video shoot documented on Glassier OS. I will meet with Michael Brands of Aspen Mountain Home tomorrow to cite and discuss permit process.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Commercial Permit Check 9/26/2017 2:00 PM
Researched high dollar Little Nell pro bike clinic operating on OST (RGT and Sky MP at $5700 a pop). I will meet with Simon Chen of Little Nell tomorrow to cite and discuss permit application process.
1839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 9/26/2017 1:30 PM
Talked to two ladies about an aggressive dog from yesterday on smuggler. The dog is a black shepherd mix and is named "ranger". He was aggressive towards their yellow lab as well as one of the ladies.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Mutual Aid 9/26/2017 10:00 AM
Received complaint and photo of rental vehicle driving down Brush Creek Trail. Forwarded case to Deputy Ryan Voss to help with running plate.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 9/26/2017 9:00 AM
Interviewed candidates for Senior Ranger position. Several candidates will be visiting OST next week - please let me know if you want to meet them.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/25/2017 12:30 PM
Spoke with 03 about recent theft from car parked at South Gate. Scientist taking water samples from river had two wallets stolen from unlocked car. Keep eyes peeled, and lock your vehicle, per usual.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 9/25/2017 12:30 PM
Did some successful outreach and interp at North Star observation platform. New interpretive panels and spotting scope make a good opener for an elk and autumn environmental learning moment.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 9/25/2017 12:00 PM
Responded to Little Cloud Trail at request of PCSO. 1959 and I walked with three deputies up to a typically messy N. Olson camp on private land. This is a matter for PCSO and the private land owner to solve, not rangers.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Mutual Aid 9/25/2017 12:00 PM
Spoke with 03 about recent theft from car parked at South Gate. Scientist taking water samples from river had two wallets stolen from unlock car. Keep eyes peeled, and lock your vehicle, per usual.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space North Star Nature Preserve 9/25/2017 12:00 PM
Did some successful outreach and interp at North Star observation platform. New interpretive panels and spotting scope make a good opener for an elk and autumn environmental learning moment.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 9/25/2017 9:00 AM
Accepted and deposited fine payment from Link. Submitted Stiller ticket to court (hearing scheduled for 10/3/17).
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 9/25/2017 9:00 AM
Monthly maintenance check on ranger AEDs - all "OK."
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 9/25/2017 8:00 AM
Scientists from Western Ecological Resources will be visiting closed section of North Star today (9/25), and Filoha Meadows & Sky MP on Tuesday (9/26). RFC staff will be out on Thompson Creek OS tomorrow (9/26). Researchers from Aspen Global Change Institute ("Elise" - red Subaru, CO: 399-PQA) will be visiting North Star on 9/28 or 10/2.
8136 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/24/2017 10:30 AM
Contacted man with dog "just reading" signage/map at Glassier OS. I informed him of dog regs and he left.
1836 Open Space Properties Whitewater 9/23/2017 1:30 PM
A very cold rainy day. Welcome to winter!
1839 Airport Ranch Patrol/Outreach 9/22/2017 3:00 PM
1837 and myself tagged some gear located under the highway 82 overpass.
1838 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 9/21/2017 5:00 PM
Belle now has new rear brake pads
1558 Burlingame/Deer Hill Campsite found/evicted 9/21/2017 11:30 AM
Removed belongings from Deer Hill camp tagged on 9/16 with 115, 129. Tent, milk crate, cooler. Did not seem currently active.
1558 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Campsite found/evicted 9/21/2017 11:00 AM
Tagged a small camp in west end of Ute Cemetary with 115 and 129.
1836 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 9/20/2017 12:00 PM
Wander into two men acting inappropriately by the river in Jaffa park and called in law enforcement handle the situation.
1838 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 9/19/2017 12:00 PM
Found Subaru keys on high line trail near hidden valley cemetery. Turned in to snowmass police.
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Mutual Aid 9/18/2017 6:00 PM
Got called from dispatch for a Hunter Creek Apts resident hearing "15-20 shots fired on the Hunter Creek Trail." Staged at Hunter Creek trailhead and met with 65. Closed access to the trail while 65 investigated. At the same time dispatch called 65 for a separate call of a disturbance by the Hunter Creek Apartments, behind the apartments "on the trail." Other deputies responded to that call. Wound up finding that a group of teenagers had launched fireworks behind the apartments. A woman, possibly ETOH had gotten very upset and started a fracas. 65 and other deputies gave teenagers a talking to.
1838 Dart Conservation Easement Patrol/Outreach 9/18/2017 2:00 PM
Took report from Paul of open space of old black pickup truck parked off side of road at Wheatley gulch, looked like a hunter. Searched for vehicle or owner but unable to locate.
1838 Aspen Mass Trail Special Event 9/18/2017 12:00 PM
Rangers checked on cleanup from WEDO cycle event. Very good job done by organizers, all signage and flagging was removed.
1838 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 9/17/2017 5:00 PM
White truck is gone from Redstone park
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 9/17/2017 3:30 PM
Tagged camp in test pit between Midland Trail and Little Cloud Trail - collapsed tent with new looking pack, food, and pillow on top. All of it was soaked.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 9/17/2017 3:30 PM
Contacted Nick Olson in camp beneath east end of Marolt Bridge. I initially spotted person in orange sleeping bag, and backed off knowing this was one of Olson's hangouts. I waited to contact until 1957 and APD joined. Olson was apparently pants-less when APD began talking to him... Olson has 72 hrs to clean and vacate area. 1957 dropped off bags to help with the task. Olson is banned from HHS.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 9/17/2017 3:30 PM
APD Officer Rick Magnuson believes Dandy V., likely occupant of Deer Hill Camp, may have a warrant. Magnuson claims to remember Dandy from a decade ago when Dandy was sent to prison for offenses related to "contributing to the delinquency of a minor," and he would like a law enforcement officer to run Dandy's name if we contact him again to check for warrants.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion E-bike Contact 9/17/2017 2:00 PM
Observed, but was unable to contact several E-bikers on mid and upper RGT. One black and red (Orbea?) E-bike had battery well hidden in its frame.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Whitewater 9/17/2017 2:00 PM
Biyak is still in the river. I take it Gibson's promise to remove the boat was a hollow one. I sent boat owner an email to follow up.
8135 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Special Event 9/17/2017 10:30 AM
Monitored WEDU 50. Behavior of riders seemed much improved. Redesign to prevent almost all downhill within OST section of course seemed to help. Racers traveled extremely fast, and there seemed to be high potential for a collisions with other trail users, but I saw no accidents and heard no complaints. All signage and marshals were in place, as required by permit. Please check course tomorrow to ensure flagging and signage are removed.
1838 Nancy's Path Trails 9/17/2017 9:30 AM
Closed and locked Nancy's path gate
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 9/17/2017 8:30 AM
Rodi Quitiquit has a gray Honda and green DIY camper parked in the lower Smug lot. Please ask a deputy to tag them tomorrow if still parked on County property, and call in complaint to Centennial Apartment Mgmt. if parked east of the WeCycle stand. According to 1838, Quitiquit may have drives white truck up Smuggler from Ft. Yukon last night - this may be related to possible illegal shack on USFS land.
957 Mollie Gibson Park Followed-up on issue 9/16/2017 6:30 PM
Tried to make contact with RVs at Centennial day use. Not home, unable to contact.
1838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/16/2017 6:00 PM
I saw the old white pickup truck that we have dealt with before at the top of smuggler in Robbie wade parked this time at Fort Yukon. The truck then drove quickly up smuggler mountain road. We should check up there further.
1838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 9/16/2017 5:45 PM
Noticed 8 RVs parked in Fort Yukon and now 2 RVs parked in smuggler parking in the centennial day use side. 1957 plans to contact the RVs parked in parking lot. I pink tagged the RV Louisiana plates N049226
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/16/2017 4:45 PM
Removed wildlife cam from James h smith per Janet. Left at forest service station
957 ABC/BurlingameTrail Campsite found/evicted 9/16/2017 4:30 PM
dispatched to camp on deer hill with 1837, jst above burlingame connector, under power lines. camp was unoccupied, and didn't look active within 24 hrs. We left tag for removed within 48 hrs.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 9/16/2017 2:30 PM
Contacted teenager about to launch a drone on RGT between Raceway Rd and WCT turnoff. Discussed Airport 5 mile rule and referred to FAA and SO for more info.
1838 Brush Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/16/2017 2:15 PM
Contacted a man launching a drone by the brush creek trail near where the seven star trail hits brush creek road, on the ditch line side of the road. Explained the no drone policy and pointed him to snowmass PD to find out where he can fly in snowmass.
957 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 9/16/2017 12:30 PM
Pulled black swiss backpack, blue tarp, and orange sleeping back from tagged camp below holden-marolt museum
1838 Glassier Open Space Trails 9/16/2017 11:00 AM
Switched out memory card on upper glassier wildlife camera. Note batteries are low so need to come back to replace. Also the enclosure is filled with many hornets. Be careful and bring spray when return.
957 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 9/15/2017 5:00 PM
Took call from 958. Discussed camps at Marolt. Bald transient seen in camp 9/13 may be have stolen Kirby Franklins belongings.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 9/15/2017 3:00 PM
Joined 1839 and 1957 in tagging four camps in Marolt OS across from AVH, including the famed "lobster tail" and hibachi camp. Removed tarp from fifth abandoned camp. I observed a man with a partially concealed handgun holstered on his belt riding a bike nearby, possible camper - be cautious.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Dog Offense 9/15/2017 3:00 PM
Called S. Link again to no avail and sent his employer, Tony Boone Trails, an email regarding his unpaid ticket.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 9/15/2017 3:00 PM
Read in the newspaper that Shea Olea - person responsible for the large camp below the rim of Mills OS - was arrested in Aspen on 9/4/17
8136 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 9/15/2017 2:00 PM
Collected lawn furniture and fire pit that 1835 previously tagged for removal. Stored in lockup.
8136 Redstone Park Parking 9/15/2017 2:00 PM
Tagged white Toyota pickup reportedly parked in Redstone parking area for over a week. CO: 593-UFR
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 9/15/2017 12:00 PM
Talked to an older couple who locked their e mountain bikes at stein park. They owned the bikes and claimed opdmd.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Closed Area 9/15/2017 12:00 PM
Contacted occupants of two trucks parked in Lazy Glen OS - turned out to be contractors from Frontier Paving and a survey company. Frontier and a subcontractor will begin flagging and clearing a trail for the Lazy Glen pedestrian bridge on 9/18. The bridge is schedule to be set on 11/2. Part of RGT from Basalt-Mass Trail to Lazy Glen OS will be rerouted onto the two-track frontage road and the existing trail will be converted into crusher fines.
957 Smuggler Mountain Installed signage 9/15/2017 12:00 PM
Switched Smuggler interpretative signage for fall
957 Rio Grande Park Called to scene 9/15/2017 11:00 AM
Called to monitor Ruggerfest at Rio Grande Park by turf crew. Reports of inappropriate public urination. Clean team member Sean nominated for Apre award for clearing Rio toilets to help.
8135 Glassier Open Space Special Event 9/15/2017 10:30 AM
Joined the Parker and Cerise families for the seasonal cattle drive from he Crown down through Glassier OS. Pretty cool!
8135 Glassier Open Space Resource Damage 9/15/2017 10:30 AM
Closed off social trail, possibly used by motor vehicles, at Glassier boneyard. Identified several places where it looks like people may be slipping through broken fence to access Glassier from private land, possibly during winter closures. I will return and sign the boundary.
8135 Glassier Open Space Special Event 9/15/2017 9:30 AM
Sent one last email to Lance Armstrong's WEDU permit holder advising them not to use Seven Star Trail (closed to commercial use due to CE). WEDU webpage still shows Seven Star Trail on route, despite multiple warnings. First offense for violation of special use permit will be $1000 per offense. WEDU called about an hour later and confirmed online map had been updated...
8135 Glassier Open Space Commercial Permit Check 9/15/2017 9:30 AM
Contacted two professional photographers on Hooks Spur Rd. near Glassier gate. Photographers were friendly and explained they were taking photos of pro Tough Mudder athlete training on Tio Grande Trail. I stopped one from flying a drone, and confirmed that the photo shoot was taking place only on RFTA-owned trail within Eagle County.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 9/14/2017 4:00 PM
Contacted a paraglider who intended to leave his green El Camino in South Gate Lot overnight, so he could drive back after flying tomorrow. I informed him of the parking restrictions, and he seemed to understand. Cleaned up piles-o-TP at South Gate river access...
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Wildlife 9/14/2017 3:00 PM
Joined CPW, 1957, and the rest of the City entourage in ousting three bears from the pedestrian mall.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 9/14/2017 1:00 PM
Took call from 03 regarding break-ins in parking areas east of Aspen. I agreed to post wildlife camera to help keep tabs on the lot.
8135 Open Space & Trails Parking 9/14/2017 12:00 PM
Overheard call to deputies regarding white truck with white camper (CO:QSP-498) camped at Handy's and Prince Creek Rd. Unfortunately, this area with frequent parking complaints is in a new OST recreation easement/possible fee-simple parcel. I will be curious to see if rangers get tasked with these calls in the future.
957 Parks Office Found vandalism 9/14/2017 12:00 PM
Reports of vandalism and littering at Pioneer park from maintenance staff. They cleaned it up, I found no evidence on site visit.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 9/14/2017 9:30 AM
Made courtesy call to S. Link regarding Glassier citation. Payment deadline is today. If he doesn't reply soon, I will follow up with his trails co. boss, Tony Boone.
957 ABC/BurlingameTrail Double w/other officer 9/13/2017 4:30 PM
Responded to complaint from RP on ABC of man pleaseuring himself in bushes off side of trail. Responded with APD to find Kirby Franklin getting dressed. Provided help communicating, info from RangerMobile, and traffic detail. Subject was arrested transported to APD.
1839 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 9/13/2017 1:00 PM
Patrolled Marolt OS with 1957 responding to reports of camping near AVH. Encountered on occupied camp and contacted the camper. Found evidence of a possible second camp and will return on Friday.
957 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 9/13/2017 12:00 PM
Tagged bedroll and belongings near Holden Marolt museum, found by contractors putting in Zupankis buildings. will be back Friday to check on
1836 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/13/2017 9:00 AM
Joined ACES for the Wilderness walk in the preserve.
1836 Glassier Open Space Parking 9/12/2017 3:30 PM
Tagged a sliver Subaru license plate CO: 728-TQF, for parking illegally at the Glassier trail head. Left businesses card and informed it would be a $100 fine.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 9/12/2017 3:00 PM
FYI - Deadline for the public to submit comments on the proposed CD-to-CB Trail has been extended to 10/30!
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 9/12/2017 3:00 PM
If anyone finds a driver's license on the Rio Grande Trail in the Woody Creek area, Mary Catherine Williams is looking for it. Her phone number is 970-319-0534.
1839 Open Space & Trails Parking 9/11/2017 5:00 PM
Spotted a grey Toyota Tundra parked in the marolt parking lot that appears to be camping. License plate CO NQI-321 with the front plate upside down.
8135 Randall Park Patrol/Outreach 9/11/2017 4:00 PM
Discussed marijuana plant situation with Ted. Tossed two plants and recycled plastic hydroponic buckets from Randall Park parcel (above Lani White Trail). Rangers, keep an eye out for any more plants. It's likely just kids, but still be cautious.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/11/2017 2:45 PM
Assisted couple at HC trailhead who claimed to be lost. It turns out they parked at the BLM Lot, gave up on trying to find the Smuggler loop, and accidentally descended below their car. I explained the trail layout and referred them to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Stein Trail Wildlife 9/11/2017 2:45 PM
Took call from Dispatch regarding an individual "keeping" fish while fishing in the catch-and-release (Wild Trout Water) section of the river at Stein Bridge. I promised rangers would keep an eye out, and I requested Dispatch inform CPW.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/11/2017 2:00 PM
Reported 1836/1837's interactions with odd man from North Star to 14. The man in question drives a silver SUV (CO: 322-WOS) with the word "REPENT" displayed in red letters on the rear window. 14 refused to give me a name, but said the man has been arrested many times and interviewed for a number of cases. **14 said the man "isn't a good guy" and advised us to use law enforcement assistance to contact him.**
8135 Brush Creek Trail Parking 9/11/2017 1:30 PM
Tagged two vehicles parked illegally at base of Brush Creek Trail (CO:122-QWQ - Scion SUV with small dog inside; CO:303-QZN - fleet Dodge van).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion E-bike Contact 9/11/2017 11:00 AM
Spotted an E-bike on RGT @ BHS - unable to contact.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 9/11/2017 9:00 AM
Tagged black lifted-camper van with Utah plates in Jaffee Park. Reported as sleepy by LU. I could hear someone inside, but they didn't come out. Van later moved to Intercept Lot, as requested.
1839 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/10/2017 2:00 PM
I talked to the man that 1836 encountered at wildwood earlier in the summer. He was parked at James H and I informed him that we would be enforcing parking as traffic increased. He was friendly enough but a bit odd.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 9/10/2017 12:15 PM
Talked to a group of five with two e-bikes. They claimed medical reasons and said they rented from aspen bike rentals. They were surprised that e-bikes aren't allowed and were not notified by the bike shop about the regulations.
1836 Lani White Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/10/2017 11:30 AM
Found a marijuana plant growing off of Lani White Trail while looking for an illegal camp. Reported to 76 and let him handle the situation.
8136 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 9/09/2017 4:30 PM
I have begun organizing the lock-up. It is definitely much better than it has been in a while.. Although, I still think there is more room for improvement. It seems to me that there are items that have little to no value to our program anylonger (i.e. Old bike helmets, heavily worn signage, miscellaneous used bike parts etc.)
1838 Filoha Meadows Open Space Verbal Warning 9/09/2017 11:30 AM
Verbal warning to Tam Scott for dog off leash on road from Filoha. He had turned around at gate and not gone in Filoha when he saw "zero tolerance" sign for dogs at Filoha entrance.
1836 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 9/09/2017 10:00 AM
Patrolled Sky MP during the balloon festival. All air crafts had safe landings in the designated area.
1839 Lazy Glen Open Space Penalty Assessment 9/08/2017 2:00 PM
Cited Scotty Gibson for driving onto the lower fields on the west side of the property using the old two track. Cited him for management plan violation as well as for commercial use as he was picking up a group of around 12 from floating.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/08/2017 1:00 PM
Verbal Warning: John Ellwood for two chocolate labs off-leash on HCT above Benedict Bridge. Boulderite. I explained local regs, contrasted with OSMP regs. First warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 9/08/2017 1:00 PM
Written Warning: Michele Gray of Aspen for DOL on HCT near first large bridge. 2nd warning on HCT. I explained wildlife and hiker safety reasons for leash law. Very polite.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Closed Area 9/08/2017 12:00 PM
Someone left the lower Smuggler gate unlocked.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 9/08/2017 12:00 PM
Talked to an older couple from Denver on rented e bikes from aspen bike rentals on the Rio just above Jaffee. Very friendly and said they were trying to get to the maroon bells. They did not claim medical reasons and I directed them to MacLane flats road.
957 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Followed-up on issue 9/08/2017 9:00 AM
Snowmaking project across Little Nell has repaired Ajax trail
957 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 9/07/2017 5:00 PM
Tagged group of belongings on Marolt above Music School housing. Found other decayed camp and removed for trash
8135 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 9/07/2017 5:00 PM
Gathered personal items stored in Redstone Park - portable fire pit, lawn chairs, decorations, etc. - and placed next to shed with note requesting residents claim and remove items. Left card at residence suspected of rogue mowing Redstone Park.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 9/07/2017 3:00 PM
Posted letter and map at the Owl Creek Ranch equestrian center explaining equestrian access points to Sky MP (with the ranch manager's permission).
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/07/2017 11:30 AM
Took complaint from Smuggler-regulars about Rodi Quitiquit riding a dirt bike recklessly on Smuggler Mtn Rd. Allegedly, Rodi swore and flipped off RP's wife when she reacted to him driving too quickly up a switchback.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 9/07/2017 11:00 AM
Communicated one last time with, Luke Wooten, owner of cursed "biyak." Wooten was under impression Kiwi Adventures had dealt with the boat - they only moved it part way and moved on to other things. I instructed Wooten to contact Kiwi and arrange recovery of ruined boat ASAP.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Signage 9/07/2017 10:30 AM
Removed loading zone signage at Wildwood. Turned pedestrian activity signs away from HWY82 at Stillwater and JHS. We will turn them back towards traffic next May.
957 Herron/Newbury Park Called to scene 9/07/2017 10:00 AM
Encroachment from neighbors to the east of Garrish park; chairs, firepit, bikes and 4x4 parts are left littered in the park and parking area. Tagged and notified residents for removal
957 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Found resource damage 9/06/2017 5:00 PM
Snowmaking project on Little Nell has torn apart Ajax trail and left trench open over night
957 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 9/06/2017 5:00 PM
Contact with Pamela Elliot and her dog Dolce, off leash in Herron park. Compliant, but wanting to change regulations to allow off leash play in Herron
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 9/06/2017 4:00 PM
Verbal warning: Marilyn Hines for Bernese off-leash at mile 39.0 RGT. Out-of-towner.
1839 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 9/06/2017 2:00 PM
Removed 4 signs from Northstar NP including two 10 minute loading zone signs from Stillwater, the 125$ fine sign at the entrance of wildwood, and the sign at wildwood beach.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 9/06/2017 2:00 PM
Kicked up a big ol' black bear in the woods below RGT @ Duffy's Wiggles.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 9/06/2017 12:00 PM
Contacted a couple from Dallas that were very upset with me to have turned them around for riding E-Bikes near slaughterhouse. Aspen Velo did not inform them of regs.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 9/06/2017 8:30 AM
3 black e-mountain bikes heading East on RGT near stein trail connector. Unable to catch up to contact.
957 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 9/05/2017 4:00 PM
Detour around sewer project to begin 9/6/2017, up Mill, Puppysmith to Jennie Adair entrance
1838 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 9/05/2017 3:45 PM
Construction equipment is being moved into Jaffe park
957 Parks Office Everything great 9/05/2017 3:00 PM
Infrared trail counter harvest complete for August for CoA
1838 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 9/05/2017 2:45 PM
Switched out viewline wildlife camera batteries and sd card for Janet
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/05/2017 11:30 AM
DOL w/ Andy Kittler near boardwalk on HCT. From out of town and not familiar with regs. First offense, lecture, VW, referred to PitOutside.
957 Campus/Moore Properties Followed-up on issue 9/05/2017 11:00 AM
Checked on decoy and wildlife camera at Tiehack bridge w 1959. No new graffiti or damage
8135 Jaffee Park Maintenance 9/04/2017 3:00 PM
Posted notices in Jaffee Park. County Engineer, Chris Baroody, is closing half the lot tomorrow afternoon for equipment staging for planned park improvements. I've asked Baroody to remove my paper notices when he sets out his cones. Limited parking will be available during construction. Improvements include trailer parking at the turnaround and a trail from the lot to the Jaffee River Trail gate.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 9/04/2017 2:30 PM
Responded to code call for 60yo "man down" with heat exhaustion at RGT @ Grange Way. Followed Ambi to scene and met 76 with Pt. Pt refused treatment. I transported Pt and bike to WC trailhead (at 76's request) and Ambi escorted to ensure dizzy/weak patient was actually good to drive home. Tough call on release - competent, but slightly altered geriatric patient.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/04/2017 12:30 PM
Saw two bikes in the brush on the river side of RGT between mile markers 36.5 and 37. GPS location: 39.241151, -106.873941 . Could have been just fishing down by the river but should check on for possible camping.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 9/04/2017 12:30 PM
Large group of 20 or so with rented bikes from aspen bike rentals had 5 ebikers among them
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Closed Area 9/04/2017 11:00 AM
Assisted City of Aspen and USFS in enforcing Ute Trail closure. Turned around a 20 or so people, and walked two hikers down out of the closure.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 9/04/2017 9:30 AM
Silver SUV appears to have been towed from the privately-owned parking lot at Neilly Fishing Access. No evidence of any other issues during patrol.
1838 Moore Open Space Signage 9/04/2017 9:15 AM
Fixed and flipped Moore OS no dogs sign
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Illegal Camping 9/04/2017 9:00 AM
White RV from Jaffee Park was parked in pullout on road between WC and HWY82. RV evidently did not camp in the park last night. I'm not sure if this is due to contact with a night-shift deputy. We must ensure RV stays out of the Jaffee lot tomorrow afternoon when construction parking begins.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Illegal Camping 9/04/2017 9:00 AM
Attempted to contact a man (white, 60s, dark ponytail, denim jacket, brown backpack) leaving the rim of Mills OS. I watched him as he appeared to pack up camp. The man avoided me in the Intercept Lot. We should keep an eye on this area.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 9/04/2017 9:00 AM
Driver of silver sedan (CO:APQ-694) appeared to park vehicle in WC trailhead Lot and leave for work. Let's keep an eye on he car to make sure it isn't a regular occurrence.
1838 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 9/03/2017 5:30 PM
White RV still in Jaffe park 5:30 pm sunday
1836 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 9/03/2017 4:00 PM
Issued ticket for dog in closed area to Ken Stiller and confinscated three bottles of wine at the Beach.
1838 Coke Ovens Park - Redstone Accident/Rescue 9/03/2017 3:00 PM
Carbondale fire set up LZ for heli evac of patient who fell at Hayes Falls. Monitored to check if any effect on coke ovens OS. Looked okay, need to ask if certain fence parts were moved.
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 9/03/2017 10:45 AM
The illegal trail off the verena Mallory trail (at the hairpin) seems to be in use again. I built up the tree limbs and rocks blocking it off.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion E-bike Contact 9/03/2017 10:30 AM
Talked to couple in 60s riding e-bikes rented from aspen mountain sports. Claimed medical reasons and had recently moved here from NYC.
1839 Jaffee Park Parking 9/03/2017 8:30 AM
White RV and white pickup with cab over camper parked at Jaffee parking lot at 0830.
1838 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 9/02/2017 5:30 PM
White RV still in Jaffe park at end of day
1836 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/02/2017 5:00 PM
Outreached a group of 4 twenty something year-olds with glass bottles on the Beach. Lectured and had them put the bottles in their car
1836 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 9/02/2017 4:00 PM
Responded to a bike vs vehicle accident at mm 42 on HW 82. Pt was transported to the hospital and an AI team conducted an investigation into the cause.
1838 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/02/2017 1:00 PM
County OST rangers teamed up with city rangers in shifts to outreach at Ute trail trailhead to enforce closure
1838 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 9/02/2017 9:00 AM
White RV is parked in Jaffe park again. Saw it in Jaffe last night at 8pm. It is in a different direction this morning from last night.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 9/01/2017 4:30 PM
Requested extra patrol from PCSO night shift - I asked them to contact owner of white RV (CO: HOO-087) if she remains in the park after dark. Construction begins in Jaffee Park on Wednesday, and the County engineer will partition off half of the lot on Tuesday afternoon. The RV must be gone by then.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 9/01/2017 2:30 PM
Patrolled N. River Ranch property at Jim Kravitz's request. The ranch is ACES property adjacent to Stein Park. We searched for possible camps - all clear.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 9/01/2017 1:00 PM
Spoke with Jim Snyder (Owl Creek Ranch Manager) regarding equestrians boarding horses at the ranch using unofficial access points and riding up Deadline Trail. Jim urged me to ticket the riders if we see them, as they should know the rules. Jim agreed to post a map on the ranch bulletin board illustrating legal access points to Sky Mp. I will prepare a map and meet Jim next week.
1839 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 9/01/2017 1:00 PM
VW. Talked to Ms. River Morgan about her dog off leash at the boardwalk section of Hunter Creek. The dog had an OST leash on but the owner was not carrying it. Friendly but might be the "leash bandit".
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Resource Damage 9/01/2017 12:00 PM
Passed along report regarding destabilized Ute Trail summit cliff to Shelly Grail (USFS). Grail intends to hike trail today, consult with the Forest soil scientist, and follow up with City OS. 1959 reported and investigated significant rockfall off of Ute Trail this morning that may be related to the destabilization. Grail gave no order to close the trail at this time, and RP didn't feel weight of hikers would be enough to cause another rockslide.
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 9/01/2017 8:00 AM
Observed a man wearing a green hard hat and large pack leave Airport Ranch OS via HWY82. Checked property with 1839 and confirmed tagged site has been vacated. Subject, Dandy Vickery, later called 1837 and explained he was in town to work a Snowmass festival and currently homeless. 1837 advised Vickery to contact the Hope Center. I forwarded case to HHS/APD.
8135 Glassier Open Space Penalty Assessment 8/31/2017 4:30 PM
Cited Scott Link (member of Tony Boone's trail crew) for pit bull in Glassier OS. Link also rode dirt bike to access Buckhorn Traverse (BLM) project site against Ted O's instructions. Caught on camera. 1 ticket, 1 warning, served by mail.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/31/2017 2:30 PM
DOL w/ Kirsten Swick of Snowmass Village. Kristen had her dog on leash but was not holding it. First offense - Lecture, VW.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/31/2017 2:00 PM
DOL w/ Dianne Lott. Dianne claimed to be using an electric leash/shock collar. First offense - Lecture, pitoutside, VW.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/31/2017 2:00 PM
Joined Health & Wellness hike led by OST land steward, Paul Holsinger. Walked with the group from Verena Mallory on down. Paul reports a sleeping pad or yoga mat at the VM picnic table. We should check back on it later. May be part of a shrine.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 8/31/2017 10:00 AM
Amended verbiage on Wildwood naturalist whiteboard to reflect concerns of Jim Kravitz - Jim reported Bass's security team are trying to detain people for touching river bottom while tubing in low water. I added "water is too low for tubes" and other friendly notices to the board. If people don't listen to naturalists and rangers, landowners will try to shut down public river access below Wildwood.
8136 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 8/31/2017 9:00 AM
Camp set up with tent and chair at East end of Airport Ranch underpass. 1836, 14, and I tagged it for immediate removal. Check in a few days.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 8/30/2017 11:30 AM
Painted new Volcano just east of Grange Ranch underpass approx mm24
957 Campus/Moore Properties Campsite found/evicted 8/30/2017 10:30 AM
Contact with Tim (last name Unknown) camping on the High School trail btween Moore Open Space and ARC. Employed but unable to secure housing, Tim agreed to try to find USFS camping
957 Campus/Moore Properties Graffiti removal 8/30/2017 10:00 AM
Painted over graffiti on ARC side of Tiehack Bridge abutment.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 8/30/2017 9:00 AM
Cut down tree across 10th mountain. Limbed/cleaned down tree on Lollipop boardwalk section. I was unable to cut with the small Ranger chainsaw bar. Forwarded a request to cut to Ted for bills crew.
8135 Open Space & Trails Training 8/29/2017 6:00 PM
There is a free "self-defense against a knife" seminar being taught by instructor Jason Backlund on Thurs. 8/31 from 6:00pm-7:30pm @ the Yellow Brick in Aspen. Please let me know if you plan to attend. I will be there.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/29/2017 4:30 PM
Took report from Aces naturalist at Wildwood of man using a crossbow to hunt near wildwood put in. He parked at the Wildwood parking. Large Silver Dodge Ram truck license plate CO: 609-TEI. Name on a water container in the bed said "Mckay"
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 8/29/2017 4:00 PM
Updated signage at lani white and hunter creek trailheads
957 Rio Grande Park Campsite found/evicted 8/29/2017 3:30 PM
Reported 'belogings' at Rio Grande Park near river downstream from Kraijan Bridge. Belongings were severly deteriorated and water logged. Thrown away
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 8/29/2017 3:00 PM
Previewed thorough CD to CB Trail Plan data/presentation ahead of next week's public meetings at 1600hrs on 9/5 and 9/6 at Redstone Inn and CD Firehouse, respectively. Please show up to learn more!
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 8/29/2017 2:30 PM
Removed lost and found signs from pedestrian bridge, South Gate and wildwood
957 Smuggler Mountain Followed-up on issue 8/29/2017 2:00 PM
Wood pile near Hummiongbird Lode OPen Space now gone, likely staged for huts supply
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Written Warning 8/29/2017 10:30 AM
Issued written warning to Ragnar Relay for (slightly) changing up event route through Basalt-area open space. Future violations will result in fines.
957 Smuggler Mountain Dog waste - education contact 8/29/2017 10:00 AM
Helped Michelle Lambert with clarification on 'immediate removal' of dog waste on Smuggler. Compliant, VW
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/29/2017 10:00 AM
Located red biyak still on river, pinned on two rocks in small whitewater section. Between miles 36.5 and 37, closer to 37. Cords 39.23590, -106.87045
957 Mollie Gibson Park Called to scene 8/29/2017 9:00 AM
Called to reports on new bench being installed near Mollie Gibson park. Todd Martin installing memorial bench for brother inlaw on Soderberg property, not city or county according to GIS. Took contact info into ranger mobile for follow up if necessary
8136 Jaffee Park Parking 8/29/2017 9:00 AM
I spoke with Lewann Clark regarding overnight parking of her white RV plate CO: HOO-087. Lewann insists she does not park overnight and is only using the lot for day-use parking in order to bike into Aspen. The RV was in a different parking space and orientation when I checked on it after first reported by 1838. Her story seems believable to me but we may as well check on it if passing through the area. She is a bit odd so be tactful if speaking with her..
8136 Jaffee Park Parking 8/29/2017 8:30 AM
I spoke with Lewann Clark regarding overnight parking of her white RV plate CO: HOO-087. Lewann insists she does not park overnight and is only using the lot for day-use parking in order to bike into Aspen. The RV was in a different parking space and orientation when I checked on it after first reported by 1838. Her story seems believable to me but we may as well check on it if passing through the area. She is a bit odd so be tactful if speaking with her..
1838 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 8/28/2017 5:00 PM
Large old white camper has been parked at Jaffe all day (Monday) license plate CO: HOO-087. Should check if it is still there tomorrow.
1838 Stein Property Signage 8/28/2017 4:45 PM
Put up "open space boundary" and no hunting icon signs in 3 locations in Stein Open Space
1838 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 8/28/2017 1:00 PM
Replaced batteries and memory card in cozyline wildlife cam for Janet.
8135 Redstone Park Resource Damage 8/28/2017 12:30 PM
Documented unauthorized mowing issue in Redstone Park (source of neighborhood drama) and refreshed SD card on Filoha gate camera.
8135 Redstone Boulders OS Parking 8/28/2017 12:00 PM
Pink tagged truck with horse trailer - likely horse packer - parked halfway into OS across from East Creek trailhead and crushing native veg. (CO: 419-TDY). I requested they remove vehicle. I also noticed a truck with camper (SD: 19T-658). Let's keep an eye on it for overnight parking.
957 Mollie Gibson Park Dog off leash - education contact 8/28/2017 12:00 PM
Barb Frank with Buster off leash between in Centennial parking lot, on way to public access trail to Lani White. Not sure of rules between trails, understood explanation. Compliant, VW
8135 Red Wind Point Accident/Rescue 8/28/2017 11:30 AM
Wrecked car has been removed from Crystal River at Red Wind Pt.
1838 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 8/28/2017 9:00 AM
Returned to mills os with 1835 to check if Michael Engfors was still there. He was not but there was some trash and a fire pit that we cleaned up.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 8/28/2017 9:00 AM
Accepted and deposited Ramos citation payment (North Star, dogs x 2).
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 8/28/2017 9:00 AM
Returned call from JF Bruegger regarding Congo Trail parking. Bruegger was under the (incorrect) impression that parking had been closed to public. Parking is open to public from Memorial Day-Oct. 10th per 1993 easement signed between County and landowners.
1838 Mills OSP Patrol/Outreach 8/27/2017 4:30 PM
Contacted "Michael" at the bottom of Mills Open Space. Please see email about the contact.
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 8/27/2017 3:00 PM
VW to Nick Stertz for a golden lab off leash by Slaughterhouse Falls. Just moved into Burlingame and was compliant.
1838 James H. Smith Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/27/2017 12:00 PM
Added memory card to wildlife camera at James h smith (cam is still slightly upriver from post at reclaimed beach, on a tree)
1838 Crown Mountain Ranch Patrol/Outreach 8/26/2017 9:00 PM
1836 and Look Ma No Hands are roaring fork valley soccer champions
1559 Marolt Open Space Issued verbal warning 8/26/2017 4:15 PM
Contacted a gentleman about to fly a drone on Marolt. I informed him our the 5 mile airport radius rule, as well as city and county policy.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 8/26/2017 4:00 PM
Check on Camps on Marolt that 1957 tagged on 8/22. Removed belongings; Green Patagonia bag, Black roller suitcase, and pair of sorrels. Kirby Franklins continues to get a pass until I speak with John his Social worker.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/26/2017 4:00 PM
Bike rack going in at wildwood! Very welcome.
1838 East of Aspen Trail E-bike Contact 8/26/2017 3:45 PM
2 seperate instances of e bike contacts on eoa trail at Stillwater pedestrian bridge for a total of 4 bikes. Advised of policy. Rented.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Called to scene 8/26/2017 3:30 PM
65 M, took a fall on the lower Ajax Trail. Patient hit his head and received laceration on arm. Blood thinners on board. Met party near Koch Park with awaiting Ambulance.
1838 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 8/26/2017 11:00 AM
1836, 1959 and I along with 2 other city parks workers cleaned up the camp at Mills OS. Set up ferry across the river and shuttled trash out to Jaffe park river trail and then disposed. Great effort by all!
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Litter all over 8/26/2017 10:15 AM
Worked in conjunction with county rangers 1838 and 1836 on removing old camp material from Mills Open Space. Used 2 point boat on tether technique.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 8/25/2017 4:15 PM
VW. Talked to Peter Wycoff about his dog Oshie being off leash on the Rio at Stein Park. Mr. Wycoff had just come from fishing and was friendly/compliant.
8135 Lani White Trail Signage 8/25/2017 4:00 PM
Removed "no parking" sign and one sign post at Lani White Trail at Ted's request. Regs are still intact. OST is consolidating signage to improve aesthetic and user experience. I will post new signage and reinstall leash hook soon.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 8/25/2017 1:00 PM
1839 and I gathered 8+ bags of trash at the Mills OS camp. We will need help to carry this junk out. 1959 will try to drum up some assistance tomorrow morning.
8135 Red Wind Point Accident/Rescue 8/25/2017 10:30 AM
CSP requested swift water assistance from CD Fire for vehicle recovery from the Crystal River at Mile 56 HWY133. Hopefully this is the white car at Red Wind Point!
8135 Open Space & Trails Accident/Rescue 8/25/2017 8:00 AM
Monitored code call for 70yo male who fell on South Rim Trail. Offered ranger assistance to Snowmass PD/Fire, if needed. Patient was easily loaded into ambi at the trailhead.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 8/25/2017 8:00 AM
Spoke with guardians of T. Tullar and reduced "no moto" ticket to a written warning. Poo pickup community service was arranged for tomorrow in lieu of ticket, but ultimately didn't pan out due to liability concerns. Tullar's father promised rangers would not see either of his boys riding mopeds on trails again, and expressed disappointment that his kid wouldn't be required to do waste cleanup.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 8/25/2017 8:00 AM
Consulted with Deputy Bruce Benjamin (who works with underage offenders). Title 12 citations issued to a minor do NOT require any additional paperwork or signature from a guardian. Bruce recommends we follow up with a guardian by phone or in person, which has been our SOP. Minors must attend court with a guardian (if it comes to that). Community service requires worker's comp insurance. PCSO charges defendant $100-$120 to cover insurance cost. This seems overboard for our occasional misbehaving kiddo on open space, as serious offenses would become criminal and be routed through the Court anyways.
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 8/24/2017 3:00 PM
Heard multiple gun shots while walking the Hunter Creek Cutt-off trail. Unable to locate location of the individual.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/24/2017 3:00 PM
Finally spoke with Jean-Robert and resolved issue - we clarified that there is no commercial activity taking place on the Preserve. Jean-Robert understands need for permit, etc. for renting paddleboards, paddling with clients, private fitness training, special events, etc. Drone X appears to be solely responsible for violations.
8135 Chapparal Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/24/2017 1:00 PM
Posted a trail camera (39.293589, -106.878388) on BLM section of road above Chaparral Ranch to survey bike use. I ran into the most trail users I've seen on Chaparral Trail yet (all of two!). Camera needs to be checked monthly. Be careful of eroding slope when accessing camera!
8135 Neiley River Access Parking 8/24/2017 11:30 AM
Responded to abandoned vehicle (CO: YQY-859, Honda SUV) in lot (on private land) adjacent to Neiley River Access. Landowner, Maryann Kipper, threatened to permanently close off lot if she had to pay for a tow. I consulted with 11 and confirmed private landowners do not have to pay for a tow. Vehicle will be towed and, if no registered owner shows up to pay fee within 30-60 days, the tow company takes possession of vehicle to do with it what they see fit.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 8/23/2017 4:45 PM
DOL w/ Carter Bland near stein (sewer) falls on RGT. Apologetic and cooperative. First offense- Lecture, referred to PitOutside, and VW
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 8/23/2017 4:00 PM
A large "volcano" has formed in the center of RGT just UV of Rainbow Rd in the driveways section of woody creek. I do not have a vehicle with me so I cannot paint it at this time. Can someone take care of this asap? This is typically a V fast section for road-bikers.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Illegal Camping 8/23/2017 2:00 PM
Cleaned up (very gross) Wheatley Gulch camp with 1839. I've added this location to our weekly/monthly patrol list - please keep an eye on it to keep it from getting trashed again. This mess was a great example of why we need to patrol the odd corners of our system to prevent things from getting out of hand.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 8/23/2017 12:30 PM
Left voicemail and physically dropped off my card at Jean-Robert's Gym. Jean-Robert appears to be guiding without a permit on North Star Preserve, and I have a citation ready to serve. It's starting to feel like he is avoiding me...
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 8/23/2017 11:00 AM
100 leashes are being sent our way as an emergency resupply. Customized leash business has 4-5 week backorder.
957 Herron/Newbury Park Campsite found/evicted 8/23/2017 10:00 AM
Found and tagged vintage Gregory pack cached at Garrish park behind bench for removal in 48 hrs
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/23/2017 9:30 AM
Spoke with S. Tullar, got enthusiastic guardian approval, and scheduled service work for (minor) T. Tullar (in lieu of "no moto" ticket) on Smuggler and HCT @ 0900 on 8/26 or 8/27.
8135 Open Space & Trails Training 8/23/2017 8:00 AM
Hunter contact training with 1837 and 1839. Bow season starts on Saturday - stay safe out there.
957 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 8/23/2017 8:00 AM
Pulled "NEXT Plush" bike and turned into APD
8136 Dart Conservation Easement Illegal Camping 8/22/2017 4:30 PM
Camp found approx 5 Mike hike up from mouth of Wheatley Gulch (passed the cemetery) Very messy. Use caution cleaning this as there are very many razors and condoms :(
1838 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 8/22/2017 1:00 PM
New wildlife viewing platform signage and scope are awesome!
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 8/22/2017 11:30 AM
Observed one older woman in a group of about 6 Noam ebike (other members of group were on standard bikes). By the time I realized it was an ebike they were gone.
957 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Campsite found/evicted 8/22/2017 8:00 AM
Tagged cache of navy corduroys and 5 cans of tuna on first switchback above Koch park.
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 8/21/2017 2:30 PM
Ran into Ted on the Hunter Creek trail and he told me to be on the lookout for repairs to start soon on a number of the Hunter Creek bridges and fences.
957 Campus/Moore Properties Photography 8/21/2017 2:00 PM
Contacted catalog photoshoot for Valentina Kova at Rotary field. Collected contact info, handed over to Kierstin from special events for post hoc permit.
1838 Jaffee Park Parking 8/21/2017 12:00 PM
Construction on Jaffe park parking seems imminent - note that "no parking" signs in the roundabout have been removed so parking there is okay for now.
957 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 8/21/2017 11:00 AM
Turned bicycle from Maroon creek camp over to police
957 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 8/21/2017 9:00 AM
Pink tagged "NEXT Plush" bike at junction of Hunter Creek and Rio Grande trails. Has been there for more than 5 days
1838 Stein Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/21/2017 8:30 AM
1837 and I followed up on teepee on stein trail beach. Looked like just a small structure someone had built for fun, not camping. We dismantled it.
8136 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 8/21/2017 8:00 AM
FYI I saw Nick Olsen back in town.
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Campsite found/evicted 8/20/2017 2:30 PM
Removed old sleeping back, backpack and bike from camp 1957 tagged near berm turns on Maroon Creek Trail.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 8/20/2017 1:15 PM
Pink tagged black Raleigh bicycle that has been locked in the stein park parking lot for 2 days now
1839 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/20/2017 1:00 PM
Found a stray female short haired German pointer on HC just below Benedict Bridge. The dog belongs to Jon Hollinger and I was unable to reach the owner. Officer 57 picked the dog up as I received a call from the rp's daughter to arrange a pickup.
1836 North Star Nature Preserve Fire 8/20/2017 1:00 PM
Found remains of a fire on the beach along with multiple beer cans. Cleaned up and removed evidence of the fire.
1836 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 8/20/2017 12:00 PM
Aspen Police, 1959 and myself responded to a report of someone fishing in the preserve. Contacted the individual at Stillwater and informed them of the fishing rules and checked lisence.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 8/20/2017 11:30 AM
Talked to a group of e bikers at Stein park after a member of their group crashed on cemetery lane trail. There were 9 of them and the group consisted of senior citizens as well as people in their forties. They then biked McClane flats road to the tavern.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Called to scene 8/20/2017 11:00 AM
Assisted in looking for trespassing fisherman.
1838 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Resource Damage 8/20/2017 10:30 AM
Found that open/broken hand valve on a pipe above the basalt mass trail at fishermans park is causing the trail damage and large mud pile on the trail. Went to tree farm to speak with owners, no one present. Called owner Trish (970) 927-3997. She was not cooperative and would not come to the site or put me in touch with anyone else. She essentially hung up on me. The water is definitey coming from their property. I was able to shut off hand valve for now to stop leaking into the trail. Left cone in place on the trail.
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/20/2017 9:30 AM
Outreached Sonya and David for DOL on HCT
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 8/20/2017 9:00 AM
Responded to vehicles on trail at Theater Aspen. Wedding party who was told 1 car at a time was ok. Parks and TheAter Aspen need to have a coonversation.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Litter minimal 8/20/2017 9:00 AM
Picked up left over material from Ducky Derby near duck takeout.
1838 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 8/20/2017 8:30 AM
Both porta potties are gone from Jaffe - I thought we were planning on leaving one?
8136 Emma Trail Illegal Camping 8/19/2017 3:30 PM
No sign of camper that 1839 recently contacted in the area of Osprey cam.
957 Stein/Red Butte Park Graffiti removal 8/19/2017 1:00 PM
Removed white tagging (priority 1) grafiti from underside of Cemetary pedestrian bridge
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 8/19/2017 10:00 AM
1836 and I Installed 3 new "Quiet Zone" signs throughout James H. Smith.
1838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 8/19/2017 10:00 AM
Monitored aspen strong event on smuggler mtn road. Very good compliance.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 8/18/2017 5:00 PM
Note: All rangers must have a guardian sign an Advisement Regarding a Penalty Assessment/Summons and Complaint form in order to cite a minor. A guardian then must attend court with the minor, if they go to court. The forms are available in the courthouse.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 8/18/2017 4:45 PM
Responded to a bike accident a few hundred yards DV of Glassier on RGT. Basalt Fire/ambi were on scene prior to my arrival. No hazards present. 35yo patient transported to AVH
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Penalty Assessment 8/18/2017 4:00 PM
Cited T. Tullar for driving moped on Rio Grande Trail. 1958 and I caught his brother doing the same over a week ago. Met with Tullar's parents, served the required guardian "advisement" form, and discussed possible community service in lieu of ticket (an idea suggested by his dad). Ted approved service. I am awaiting a call back from the dad to schedule a day for mandated poop bag patrol on Smug and HCT.
957 Rio Grande Trail Campsite found/evicted 8/18/2017 3:00 PM
removed and discarded abandoned bed roll at Jennie Adair along with well dispersed bear trash likely from months prior
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 8/18/2017 2:30 PM
WW to Charles Lott for DOL on HC
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/18/2017 1:00 PM
Cited Ashley Ramos for two dogs (one boxer, one small dog) on North Star Beach. Very pleasant person. One ticket, one warning. Referred to Pitkin Outside for dog regs by trail/property.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/18/2017 1:00 PM
Left voicemail message for Jean-Robert Barbette regarding commercial use violations at North Star Preserve.
8135 Administration Special Event 8/18/2017 12:00 PM
Successful meeting with Comms Board User Group - after September/October reprogram, rangers will be dispatched out of PitMuni and have access to PitLaw and PitFire. 1958 and I are coordinating with Edelson on the specifics.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Graffiti removal 8/18/2017 11:00 AM
Working on removal of graffiti with 1957 and trails crew. Whit spray paint on Stein Park Bridge and elevated Cemetery Lane Trail. Work in progress.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 8/18/2017 9:00 AM
Received and deposited payment from G. Bleiler for third ticket.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 8/18/2017 9:00 AM
Spoke with K. Ulsaker about vehicle trespass on Glassier OS on 7/4/17. Ulsaker was apologetic, and blamed GPS, getting lost on the Crown, and "panic" for their poor behavior. (Ulsaker and company drove down Glassier OS in SUVs and disassembled a fence to escape. He was ID'd by camera and served via certified mail). Ulsaker will be sending fine payment ASAP.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail E-bike Contact 8/18/2017 8:00 AM
Observed Aspen Velo staff member, "Scott," on RFTA bus this morning with E-bike. He got off at the Intercept Lot and likely rode Aspen-Mass to RGT.
957 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Double w/other officer 8/16/2017 1:00 PM
Rebagged archery targets at Cozy Pint archery range, just in time for archery season
1839 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 8/16/2017 11:15 AM
VW. Tracy Straus on HC above Benedict bridge. Compliant.
1839 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/16/2017 11:15 AM
VW. Talked to Jill Soffer about here two dogs offleash just above Benedict bridge. Very friendly and compliant.
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Followed-up on issue 8/16/2017 11:00 AM
Cozy Point targets showed heavy use this year; re-covered for upcoming archery season.
957 Stein/Red Butte Park Graffiti removal 8/16/2017 11:00 AM
Graffiti removal and painting over on Cemetery lane pedestrian bridge. More to come along Cemetery lane
957 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 8/16/2017 11:00 AM
Flagging for Backcountry Marathon removed from slaughterhouse simgletrack. Keep an eye out for old event flagging!
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 8/16/2017 9:30 AM
Removed the two orange cones in the cottonwood section of the Rio Grande below Basalt High as the branch has been removed.
1839 Emma Open Space Illegal Camping 8/16/2017 9:30 AM
Contacted the person camping on Emma OS just UV from the osprey cam. I gave him contact info for the hope center in Basalt. He was friendly and agreed to pack up his camp.
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 8/16/2017 9:30 AM
Woke up Michael Costello sleeping in usual place
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 8/16/2017 9:30 AM
Tagged cahce of gear wrapped in chicken wire above second bench off little cloud trail
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 8/15/2017 6:00 PM
Took name and number from Dispatch - question from "Dakota" regarding legality of camping at Conundrum Creek Trailhead Lot. I informed Dakota camping in the lot was likely prohibited, and advised him to camp at his own risk. I explained private property issues nearby, bear can requirement, and trash pack-out ethic for the area.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 8/15/2017 5:00 PM
Met with 1957 and 1958 about 800mhz radio issues - Communication User Group meeting is this Friday @ 1100.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 8/15/2017 5:00 PM
T. Cooper has FTA'd twice now on her North Star Preserve dog ticket from June.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 8/15/2017 2:00 PM
Met with 1957 and tagged a large campsite on the riverbank of Mills OS below steep slope of the Intercept Lot. Sizable amount of trash in difficult to access location. 1957 located paperwork and we ID'd responsible party - Shea Olea. Quick internet search shows arrests in Florida and Oregon that seem to match with Olea. 15 said he will attempt to locate and charge Olea if he is still in town. I requested we get him to clean up his own camp/trash. Clean up on our own may require a boat or line across the river to Jaffee River Trail (or a steep pack out).
957 Stein/Red Butte Park Found vandalism 8/15/2017 11:00 AM
two type of graffiti found on cemetery lane ped bridge, typical tagging and pervasive white lines and dots
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 8/15/2017 10:30 AM
Assisted deputies with trespass case at 6190 Upper River Rd., likely related to Aspen Village Homes and Fox Trot Subdivision fishing easements. I provided screenshots of GIS and Pitkin Outside showing easements and restrictions. Deputies were on scene for a long time and eventually issued a summons to one of the subjects.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 8/15/2017 10:30 AM
Abandoned Subaru has finally been removed from CDOT Intercept Lot.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 8/15/2017 9:45 AM
Placed two orange cones with caution tape on the Rio Grande in the cottonwood section DV of Basalt High. There's a hazardous large branch that is overhanging the trail.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 8/14/2017 5:00 PM
Spotted a large camp across the river from the Jaffee River Trail. 68 and I searched Mills OS for the camp. 68 had to turn back. I eventually found the site. After seeing what appeared to be a large amount of personal belongings and a few tent structures, I backed off. Access from main part of Mills OS is dangerous. Much safer and easier route in is from the top via the Intercept Lot. I will return tomorrow with a deputy.
8135 Administration North Star Nature Preserve 8/14/2017 3:30 PM
Met with Gary T. about many commercial use violations documented in ACRA-sponsored video ad filmed at North Star Preserve. For now, this case will be handled at the admin level.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 8/14/2017 3:00 PM
Spoke at length with Noah Wilson of Drone X by phone. It turns out video of drone ad for Jean-Robert's Gym filmed over North Star was never shared publicly and was hosted on unpublished Vimeo page. It sounds like the initial drone filming was interrupted by a deputy, and Drone X has not filmed in Aspen since. Attempts to use the film as promo also backfired and resulted in online criticism from another photographer. Drone X received no money for Jean-Robert "test run" ad. Wilson was highly concerned about my call, as another drone company was reportedly fined $10,000 by the USFS for commercial activity near the Maroon Bells. I reduced the OST "commercial use" and "drone" ticket to a warning on the following conditions: all images/film of the Preserve is removed from Vimeo, and no images/film are used for promotional purposes. The Wilsons understand need for permit, where to find info about OST boundaries, and specifics of OST regs. - next violation will result in fines. Drone X will be moving operations to LA within the month.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 8/14/2017 2:00 PM
Spoke with Scotty Gibsone - red "biyak" is being removed free of charge at Kiwi's own pace (may be a while). Scotty reports boat is not a hazard. It is about 1.5 miles upstream of Jaffee Park in a side channel. Scotty feels he has sufficiently embarrassed the biyakers, and he argues against tickets, fees, or other measures.
1836 Emma Trail Illegal Camping 8/14/2017 1:30 PM
Tagged a green tent just East of the Osprey Nest. No occupients found. Gave til tomorrow to remove.
1836 Glassier Open Space Signage 8/14/2017 12:00 PM
Put up No dog icons at the top of the Glassier bike and equestrian trail heads. along with no hunting and no motor vehicles at the newly installed gate.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 8/14/2017 11:00 AM
Tagged two vehicles - (CO: TVQ-507 and SC: ACZ-227) evidently parked overnight in WCT trailhead lot.
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 8/13/2017 5:00 PM
Tagged backpack underneath HWY82 overpass on Airport Ranch OS. Left HHS resource sheet. The pack may be left over from previous camper, but other items appear to have been moved.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Parking 8/13/2017 5:00 PM
Moved along man parking black Audi SUV (MI: CNT-2060) at base of Brush Creek Trail. I directed him to use Intercept Lot and underpass. He appeared not to know they existed. Note: Cozy Point Ranch manager has requested rangers keep people from blocking access to or generally hanging out near their new irrigation equipment.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 8/13/2017 2:00 PM
Checked on child who went over his handlebars on Highline Trail. His dad is a physician, and he did a quick C-spine assessment. Child was upset but OK. Mother picked child up and transported him home.
8135 Glassier Open Space Written Warning 8/13/2017 1:00 PM
Written Warning: Jim (and Diane) Light for small leashed dog, "Coco," on Glassier OS outside the trail gate. Very pleasant people. I believe we may have photographed Diane on Glassier Trail in the past. The Lights mentor 13 local low-income high schoolers - I invited them to bring the students to OST to learn about natural resource careers. We talked about conservation and agriculture reasons for protecting the Emma area. I referred them to Pitkin Outside for more trail info.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 8/13/2017 11:00 AM
Left card on black truck with camper shell (CO: 990-FTM) parked overnight in east end of WC trailhead. There seemed to be someone inside, but they didn't come out when I knocked. I recorded other plates suspected of the same violation (CO: TVQ-507, CO: 502-LZQ, SC: ACZ-227). Woody Creekers may be using the newly improved end of the lot as additional neighborhood parking/auto storage.
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/13/2017 9:00 AM
Contacted Tom Burtheart and Shannon about DOL on HCT.
1836 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 8/13/2017 9:00 AM
Contacted a construction crew removing rocks from Jaffee park. Had them put the rocks back and informed them it was illegal.
1836 Jaffee Park Parking 8/13/2017 9:00 AM
Contacted the owner of the large white RV with no license plate and informed them of the no overnight camping rule
8135 Open Space & Trails North Star Nature Preserve 8/13/2017 8:00 AM
Started investigating multiple commercial use violations on North Star Preserve (conveniently documented in video ads).
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 8/13/2017 8:00 AM
Updated security/encryption on Ranger Mobile database. Please change your password.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 8/13/2017 8:00 AM
One of the residents of Kiryanov property (across N. River Rd. from Lazy Glen OS) is unhappy with the placement of a new trail crossing sign adjacent to her driveway. According to a contractor, the resident tried to remove the sign after he installed it, and said she wouldn't obey the "STOP" sign. Please keep an eye out for vandalism, and be prepared to discuss dimensions of RFTA ROW on RGT at that location (they are clearly visible on ESRI Explorer).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 8/12/2017 3:00 PM
Spoke with Scotty Gibsone (Kiwi Adventures) - his guides moved the red "biyak" two miles downstream, and he feels confident they can remove it soon. The sooner, the better!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 8/12/2017 2:00 PM
Spoke with three polite people on E-MTB (green/black Haibikes from Aspen Velo) at RGT near Stein Bridge. All had reasonable "mobility impairment" explanation.
8135 East of Aspen Trail E-bike Contact 8/12/2017 12:30 PM
Observed one E-MTB on East of Aspen Trail. Unable to contact.
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 8/12/2017 12:00 PM
Stop 2 private owned ebikers at Stein Park and had them go on the road to get to WCT.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Maintenance 8/12/2017 10:30 AM
Smuggler equipment cache has been nicely cleaned up by ECOS. I visited the site, picked up a small amount of microtrash, and made sure job was done thoroughly. Bill will be split between City and County.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Wildlife 8/12/2017 10:00 AM
Took report of bear on Smuggler Mtn Rd above Observation Deck. I assured hikers this is where bears belong (on top of a mountain). UTL.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 8/12/2017 10:00 AM
Monitored Aspen BC Marathon - it seemed like a safe, well-run event. I will check back tomorrow to make sure course flagging had been removed.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 8/12/2017 10:00 AM
Tagged truck with mismatched plates atop Smuggler has been removed. I updated S. Grail of WRNF, as the truck may have been sporting an invalid USFS timber harvest permit.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 8/12/2017 8:00 AM
Received citation payments from Reist (Filoha trespass) and Grinspoon (unpermitted commercial event).
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 8/11/2017 2:30 PM
Cut down tree near Iowa shaft on HC cutoff.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 8/11/2017 11:00 AM
Tagged 3 separated, possibly active camps on Upper Marolt slice. Kirby Franklin site being one of the tagged sites. Spoke with Joe, a social worker a HHS, have an agreement to allow Mr Franklin some leniency in working towards senior housing in Pitkin County.
8136 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Dog Offense 8/11/2017 9:30 AM
DOL w/ Lily Christoff near arbaney kittle. First offense. Lecture, VW, PitOutside.
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 8/11/2017 8:30 AM
At Slaughterhouse Falls ran into Debbie Martian running with a small white dog off leash. Lectured and leashed dog
8136 Public Works Office Patrol/Outreach 8/10/2017 11:00 AM
Great turnout for PW Open House event today. Approx 75-100 visitors. Folks were excited to learn new things about OST properties at our "Exploring OST" station.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 8/09/2017 2:30 PM
Talked to a couple of e-bike riders from Laguna Beach on the Rio mm 38. They did not claim a medical reason and rented the bikes from aspen bike rentals (grey specialized bikes). Said they were unaware of regulations.
1839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Resource Damage 8/09/2017 9:45 AM
Took the ecos cleanup crew up to the equipment cache off of tenth mountain trail.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 8/09/2017 8:45 AM
Report of bear trash near Jennie Adaire Wetlands for city staff. Upon arrival, trash was already cleaned up. I spoke with 146, wildlife officer for the city; he contacted Jim from Aces and issued last warning.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 8/08/2017 3:30 PM
E biker riding past me on RGT near stein park. Was too fast, couldn't catch up to make contact.
1838 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 8/08/2017 1:00 PM
Observed ATV and UTV near Ditchline trail in sky mountain park. Contacted ted and it is OST sponsored noxious weed spray
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Fire 8/08/2017 12:30 PM
Fire ring and pile of wood found near top of 10th mnt trail and Robbie Wade park. I have dismantled it.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 8/08/2017 12:00 PM
Owner of white pickup truck parked near Robbie Wade Park notified dispatch that he/she will be repairing breaks or towing the vehicle this evening.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 8/08/2017 12:00 PM
Citation to Harold Greenspan - unpermitted large (about 50 riders) group of cyclists on organized ride down Rio grande trail from stein park to basalt. $100. Event was part of fundraiser for charitable non profit.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Vandalism 8/08/2017 11:30 AM
Received a report about an increase in folks carving "graffiti", names, writing etc in Aspen trees on HCT above second bridge. Should we install some signage in this location? Keep your eyes out for someone in the act..
1838 Emma Trail Illegal Camping 8/08/2017 9:00 AM
1837 and I looked for evidence of a camper near the Emma Store. Checked thoroughly, UTL.
1838 East of Aspen Trail E-bike Contact 8/07/2017 4:45 PM
Contacted father and son on e-bikes, very mountain bike looking. Directed them off county trails.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 8/07/2017 4:30 PM
2 smiddy SUV limos waiting to pickup clients at North Star takeout
1836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Written Warning 8/07/2017 3:00 PM
Tagged a white truck two licenses plates (073-VYK back) (240-LYD Front) on Smuggler Rd parked by the upper picnic bench. Had a chainsaw and cut lumber in the back of the truck. Had a Forest Service permit to collect fire wood in window.
1838 East of Aspen Trail E-bike Contact 8/06/2017 4:00 PM
Took report from man who said he was almost run into by two e-bikers on east of aspen trail. He said the e-bikers were aggressive. UTL the ebikers.
1836 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 8/06/2017 3:00 PM
Group of 28 tubers celebrating a 50ith Birthday put in at Wildwood and took out at South Gate. We're respectful and followed all rules. Picked up two ppl at JHS whose tubes broke.
1836 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 8/06/2017 3:00 PM
Part of 28 tubers celebrating at 50ith Birthday, put in at Wildwood and took out at South Gate. Were respectful and falllowed all rules. Picked up two ppl at JHS whose tubes broke.
1838 Seven Star Ranch Dog Offense 8/06/2017 2:00 PM
VW to Kevin who was going to take dog on seven star trail. (Was on just beginning of trail near brush creek and rodeo)
1839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Verbal Warning 8/06/2017 12:15 PM
VW. Talked to Lisa Paladino on smuggler about her golden retriever Ollie being out of her sight. Ollie was about a minute ahead of her and was looking for shade. She was friendly and compliant.
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/06/2017 11:00 AM
Whiteness a woman fall on her bike just up valley from Jaffee park. Had some bruises and abrasions on her knee and elbow. Called for a taxi to come pick her up and take her to the hospital for further evaluation.
1838 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 8/06/2017 10:00 AM
1839 found evidence of squatters camp in Moore OS then saw the camp was possibly occupied. I met him at Moore and contacted dispatch for deputy assistance in contacting the camper. 63 met us and we contacted Paul Jeffrey Peak (goes by Jeffrey), approx 65 yo male. Mr Peak was upset to move but cooperative. He cleaned up all his belongings, we gave him contact info for aspen hope center. He wanted to abandon his sleeping bag and pad against our urging him not to. We now have his sleeping bag and pad temporarily in the lock up if he gets in touch with us.
1839 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 8/06/2017 9:15 AM
1838, 1839, and officer 63 contacted Paul Jeffrey (Jeff) Peak in the oak bushes above the roundabout in Moore OS. Mr. Peak was upset that he couldn't camp there but cleaned up his gear. He gave us a garbage bag of gear and a thermarest to throw away (currently in the lockup). 1838 gave him contact info for the Hope Center.
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 8/05/2017 4:30 PM
1838 and I cut down a large tree on Hunter Creek cut off trail.
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/05/2017 4:30 PM
VW to Katie, Laury, and Melissa for walking their DOL. Were compliant and leashed all dogs.
1839 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Trails 8/05/2017 12:00 PM
There is a section on basalt mass where a couple inches of mud have washed up. It's the section up valley of Holland Hills. I placed a "flood cone" just up valley of the muddy section as well as at the intersection with the Rio Grande Trail.
957 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Campsite found/evicted 8/05/2017 11:00 AM
Camp below banked turns has been removed mostly. Just a couple times and trash to remove
1839 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Parking 8/05/2017 10:45 AM
Tagged a white chevy pickup that was parked on the two track at the intersection of the Rio Grande Trail and Basalt Mass trail. Appears to belong to people working on nearby private land but they were not in sight. Told them to call open space next time they park there and gave them contact info.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Commercial Permit Check 8/05/2017 10:30 AM
In stein park Scotty Gibson clients parking in stein parking lot. Moved them across the street
1839 Arciero Trailhead Signage 8/05/2017 9:15 AM
Reattached the Arciero Trailhead sign that had fallen off.
957 Rio Grande Trail User conflict 8/05/2017 8:00 AM
Large "world monuments" banner strung across trail on Krajian bridge. Hung too low, hazard tomtrail users. Removed to parks
1836 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Resource Damage 8/04/2017 4:00 PM
Massive flooding in Basalt from Arbaney Kittle to Cemetery Lane. Aided in water division and trail cleanup.
1836 Sunnyside Trail Parking 8/04/2017 4:00 PM
Tagged the dark color pickup with DIY camper shell again and warned next time would be a $100 fine.
1836 Arciero Trailhead Signage 8/04/2017 4:00 PM
Arciero trail head sign fell off. Needs to be replaced
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 8/04/2017 11:00 AM
Outreached 2 individuals on ebikes rented from velo at Stein park unaware of the no ebikes policy.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 8/04/2017 9:30 AM
VW. Talked to Dylan Bowman about his dog being off leash at MM 38 on the Rio Grande Trail. Is in town from California and unaware of regulations. Very friendly and compliant.
8135 Sunnyside Trail Illegal Camping 8/03/2017 1:30 PM
Tagged dark-color pickup truck with DIY camper shell parked overnight in Sunnyside TH (CO: 178-QWQ). Contacted two tourist climbers at TH about dog prohibition in Gold Butte OS.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Verbal Warning 8/03/2017 1:30 PM
Horrendous traffic on Cemetery Lane due to paving ops. Watched an impatient young guy on a moped divert from road onto Cemetery Lane Trail right in front of me. I radioed ahead to 1958 who intercepted him. "Long" lecture and release. Rangers, keep an eye out for similar vehicle trespasses during future construction chaos.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 8/03/2017 11:00 AM
Pink-tagged white Jeep Compass parked in Arbaney-Kittle lot. I observed driver leave in work clothes and enter adjacent private residence. Trail use parking only.
8135 Administration Trails 8/03/2017 11:00 AM
I purchased the annual order of 1000 pet leashes; however, they may not be here for up to a month due to backorders. Please stock only 5 leashed per leash station on HC/LW and save some for rangers to carry in our packs.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 8/03/2017 10:30 AM
Contract crew is painting centerlines on RGT intersections near Woody Creek. They seemed to be maintaining a safe scene alongside the trail.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 8/02/2017 3:15 PM
VW. Talked to Robert Kostrba about his dog Sparky off leash at slaughterhouse falls. Very friendly and compliant.
8135 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 8/02/2017 2:30 PM
Spoke with Scott from Aspen Trout Guides as a followup to 1839's contact with Hell n' Back fly fishing guide, Judson Cole of TX. Cole is covered under Aspen Trout Guide's permit and COI. Scott and Cole were both courteous and forthcoming with permit info.
8135 Sunnyside Trail Illegal Camping 8/02/2017 12:00 PM
Please keep eye on DIY camper/truck parked in Sunnyside lot (CO:178-QWQ). Tag if still parked in Lot tomorrow morning.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 8/02/2017 12:00 PM
Talked to two separate pairs of e bike riders on the Rio Grande in Stein Park. Two of the bikes were privately owned and the other two were rented. The rental bike riders claimed medical reasons for riding.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 8/02/2017 10:00 AM
Endured a Cartegraph meeting... there should be a way to automatically generate patrol reports for all properties sometime soon.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 8/01/2017 5:00 PM
Worked table at National Night Out - event where public meet their first responders - in Basalt representing OST ranger crew.
957 Rio Grande Park Called to scene 8/01/2017 3:00 PM
Report of mountain bike classes/training in Rio Grande park. UTL
8135 Open Space & Trails Whitewater 8/01/2017 2:30 PM
Took call from Rita (Dispatch) about biyak. Rita is following up with people responsible for removing boat (guides + Wootens).
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 8/01/2017 2:30 PM
ECOS contract crew will arrive 8/9/17 @ 0830 to clean up old equipment cache on Smuggler. 1838 or 1839 will guide crew to site.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 8/01/2017 1:45 PM
1 senior citizen on an ebike. Owned. Claiming opdmd.
1838 Administration Maintenance 8/01/2017 12:45 PM
Fixed brake issue on Belle. Thanks for bringing to my attention.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space North Star Nature Preserve 8/01/2017 12:30 PM
There is valet parking set up at a residence across from JHS. Lots of cars parked on north side of HWY82. I'm not sure what it's for, but I didn't notice any obvious impact on the Preserve. East of Aspen Trail is temporarily dug up at Warren Creek Rd. Workers on site seemed to be keeping eye out for trail users.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Fire 8/01/2017 12:00 PM
Fire ban has been lifted. I removed fire ban sign from Smuggler.
1838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 8/01/2017 10:15 AM
Maroon Ford excursion SUV parked halfway up smuggler with family getting ready to mountain bike from there. Explained regs to them and had them drive back down.
957 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 8/01/2017 10:00 AM
July trail harvest for City
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/31/2017 4:30 PM
Responded to a medical call on upper RGT for a 6 year old girl who fell off her bike. Arrived on scene, pt had multiple abbrasions on her knee and elbow. Found out she was riding a trailer bike that disconnected bc the cotter pint was never properly connected. Pt was transported to the hospital.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/31/2017 4:15 PM
Collected sd cards from 7 star wildlife camera and James h smith wildlife cam. Replaced 7 star card with a new one but James h camera is currently empty
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Commercial Permit Check 7/31/2017 2:30 PM
Spoke with Nick from dancing bear in aspen who was picking up clients and their SUPs. Gave him contact info and told him permit is needed with open space for take out and forest service for wildwood
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/31/2017 1:30 PM
Diverted 3 E-bikers from RGT into McClain Flats Rd. (Aspen Velo rentals; group said they did not tell staff where they were headed). Observed a 4th E-bike during the medical call on the upper RGT. Took cold report of two E-bikes on Airline Trail. E-bikes made the front page of the Aspen Times today...
8135 Glassier Open Space Penalty Assessment 7/31/2017 12:00 PM
Cited Kurt Ulsaker/Katherine Jasmann of Lakewood, CO for vehicle on Glassier trail. Also issued written warning for resource damage. Three SUVs photographed by wildlife camera on trail. Occupants disassembled fence and moved boulders to exit trail (and then reassembled fence). Sent ticket via certified mail with required return receipt.
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/31/2017 11:45 AM
Responded to dispatch for report of 8 year old girl seperated from mom and lost. On scene a Samaritan had found the child. I went with the mom to meet up with the child on the hunter creek extension trail.
1838 Owl Creek Trail E-bike Contact 7/31/2017 11:00 AM
2 ebikers on owl creek trail by airport headed towards Snowmass. Turned them around.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 7/31/2017 10:00 AM
Corresponded with Shelly Grail (WRNF) regarding parking violations on Wildwood Lane on 7/22 related to a large party. FPOs had vehicles moved from road and rescinded numerous tickets. Event organizer, Terri Lynn Caine (60 Wildwood Lane), allegedly stated Deputy 11 gave her permission to park 20+ vehicles in fire lane. FPO Ivanna had already informed Caine parking was not permitted. I gave Grail full name of event organizer/land owner and Buglione's contact info to follow up.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 7/31/2017 9:00 AM
Spoke with B. Durham (resident nearest Filoha gate) about vehicle trespass on Dorais Way ROW. Durham requested wildlife camera on ROW, but all ranger cameras are currently in use. Vehicles have not been accessing Filoha gate area for recreation. Durham and I agree traffic stems from adjacent private property owners confused about their legal access, not trail use. I will outreach new owners along Dorais Way.
1836 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/30/2017 5:00 PM
Pink tagged a GMC truck license plate 057 DEY for parking in the fire lane at Wildwood.
1838 Filoha Meadows Open Space Penalty Assessment 7/30/2017 2:30 PM
Citation to Rob Reist for 2 dogs in Filoha meadows. Written warning for being off trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 7/30/2017 1:00 PM
Posted remaining 3 "no E-bike" icons at BHS trailhead. All icons face up valley traffic so as to not step on RFTA's toes - they have yet to finalize their E-bike policy (currently their stance is "no E-bike," but I will leave signage up to them).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 7/30/2017 12:30 PM
Responded to bike accident on RGT @ Roaring Fork Club. 70 yo male hit painted "volcano" and fell. Patient was transported from trail to Club HQ in golf cart. Broken helmet, possible head injury, injured shoulder, many abrasions/lacs. Transported by Basalt Fire to Valley View.
1839 Seven Star Ranch E-bike Contact 7/30/2017 11:45 AM
Talked to two e-bike owners biking towards the seven star trail entrance. The live on owl creek and were unaware of the e-bike restrictions. They were polite enough.
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/30/2017 11:00 AM
Talked to 8 individuals on rented ebikes from velo. All claiming to have medical issues.
8135 Mills OSP Mutual Aid 7/30/2017 11:00 AM
Called in dirt bikers who set up obstacle course in Intercept Lot as a code violation. Also notified Dispatch that abandoned Subaru is still sitting on west end of the lot near Aspen-Mass Trail. That thing has been dumped for almost six months.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 7/30/2017 11:00 AM
Renewed domain name payment and reactivated Ranger Mobile with help from genius consultant Kirk H.
1838 Mills OSP Commercial Permit Check 7/30/2017 9:30 AM
Contacted Cat (Catherine) Aeppel 203-435-8318 who was on the bank of the roaring fork river with a RED camera and other equipment taking photos of a fly fisherman. She at first said she was not on a commercial photo shoot but later said she was taking photos on a "very small shoot" for Snowmass promotion. I told her that she must have a permit for commercial activity on Open Space land. She agreed to apply for a permit immediately. Will follow up this week to make sure she obtained a permit.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion E-bike Contact 7/29/2017 11:00 AM
Contacted 4 e bikers at basalt hs. Directed them to roads.
8136 Glassier Open Space Signage 7/28/2017 4:30 PM
Installed "No E-Bike" sign on Glassier kiosk.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 7/27/2017 5:00 PM
VW. Talked to Nancy Granger about her dog being off leash on the Rio Grande Trail just DV of the Hunter Creek Connector. She was friendly and had a leash in hand.
957 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 7/27/2017 3:15 PM
Gear and tent returned to James Rushing. Warned that next camping infraction will be citation
957 Marolt Open Space Called to scene 7/27/2017 12:15 PM
Responded to call about nesting duck. Found nest (well hidden) and helped RP feel comfortable about leaving it be.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 7/27/2017 12:00 PM
Checked on camp found above Koch Lumber, all belongings removed. Great success!
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Dog off leash - education contact 7/27/2017 9:15 AM
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 7/26/2017 4:00 PM
Contracted ECOS to clean up old equipment cache on Smuggler Mtn OS. City will help OST foot the bill.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 7/26/2017 3:30 PM
Forwarded photos of female dog walker on Filoha and vehicle trespassers on Glassier to OST staff. Forwarded vehicle photos (with full/partial plates) to 79, and requested PCSO assistance in identifying the drivers. If PCSO does not help, I will try Eagle SO and Eagle Open Space.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 7/26/2017 2:30 PM
Took call from Dispatch regarding stuck "biyak." Stuck boats promoted 5 calls to 911 today... I passed along contact info for Mike Wooten, and Dispatch agreed to "motivate" the boat owner to remove the craft ASAP. Rita with Dispatch says she will pester the Wootens daily. Luke Wooten emailed me to say he will contact guides today.
1836 Sky Mountain Park Signage 7/26/2017 2:00 PM
Put up no ebike signs at Airline, viewline, ditch line, and cozy line.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 7/26/2017 1:00 PM
BHS port-a-pot is dirty, but should be serviced today or tomorrow. Please check back to ensure it gets cleaned.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 7/26/2017 12:30 PM
Pink tagged new-looking black F250 parked in Emma Schoolhouse lot with "For Sale" sign. Employee from Pine Mountain Inc. was eating lunch in lot knew the truck owner and called them to remove vehicle. Later spoke with vehicle owner, "Willy," who was sarcastic, but cooperative and entertaining. Willy's got the word to not leave his vehicle parked in the lot.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/26/2017 12:30 PM
WW. Talked to Justin Jackson at Aspen Velo about riding an e-bike on the dirt section of the Rio Grande. He was riding at speeds above 20 mph and I was unable to catch up with him. I made contact at the shop and explained that he should know better. He was polite and cooperative. Another employee, Michael, wanted to discuss the regulations but was not as polite. He said that he would win out in court if ticketed and that "e-bikes aren't banned in Europe so they shouldn't be banned here". So much fun.
8135 Red Wind Point Accident/Rescue 7/26/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Destroyed white sedan is still in Crystal River. The vehicle is flagged and anchored to shore of Red Wind Point OS. Updated OST admin.
957 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Campsite found/evicted 7/26/2017 11:00 AM
Campsite found and tagged on Maroon Creek canyon trail just below two bank turns.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 7/26/2017 10:00 AM
Spoke with Bob Durham - resident at end of Dorais Way near Filoha gate - about his truck blocking ROW. Durham reported multiple vehicles driving Dorai Way without permission. He parked the truck to block vehicle traffic, but allow pedestrian/bike access to Filoha gate. Durham removed his vehicle, and I gave him my number to report subsequent trespasses. I also harvested the Filoha camera SD card.
957 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Campsite found/evicted 7/25/2017 3:30 PM
Removed camp bed from under Spruce tree in Francis Whitaker park
1838 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/25/2017 9:30 AM
Collected SD card from upper glassier wildlife camera and replaced with blank one
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 7/25/2017 7:30 AM
Woke up Michael Costello sleeping off of Little Cloud Trail, above Midland trail. Advised to clean up and depart. VW.
957 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Campsite found/evicted 7/25/2017 7:00 AM
Woke up James Rushing, sleeping hammock off Ajax trail just above Koch Park in well worn area. Advised to break down camp and move on. VW.
1838 James H. Smith Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/24/2017 4:00 PM
Moved wildlife camera upstream a bit directly across from the open beach on the left side of the river
1838 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 7/24/2017 10:15 AM
Encountered two person crew from aspen excavation digging a new grave in the hidden valley cemetery in snowmass. Followed up with snowmass chapel and confirmed it is legitimate. Service is tonight for Mary Blake (relative of tom Blake of tom Blake trail)
1838 Seven Star Ranch Patrol/Outreach 7/24/2017 9:30 AM
Seven star wildlife camera now at 39.23272, -106.91673
8135 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 7/24/2017 9:00 AM
9:00am Verbal Warning: Robin Gorog for DOL (black med. dog) on Stein Trail. First offense.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 7/24/2017 9:00 AM
8:00am T. Cooper FTA'd on her assigned court date for a North Star dog-in-closure ticket. Cooper has been granted a new court date on 8/15/17.
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 7/24/2017 9:00 AM
9:00am K. Barns' tagged possessions on Stein Trail were removed sometime yesterday/last night.
8135 Stein Trail E-bike Contact 7/24/2017 9:00 AM
9:00am Contacted two E-bikers on privately owned Stromers and informed them of regulations. Cyclists claimed they checked with "Pitkin County" in downtown Aspen and learned E-bikes are allowed. This is inaccurate, and County offices are currently located in Basalt.
8135 Stein Trail Penalty Assessment 7/24/2017 9:00 AM
9:00am Cited Gretchen Bleiler for DOL on Stein Trail - 2nd ticket on Stein Trail in two years, 3rd OST ticket. I issued Bleiler a ticket in 2014 as well. Bleiler was aware ticket would be $500, and she was very cooperative, if not upset. We discussed proper avenues for promoting voice & sight control designation for Stein Trail, and I referred her to OSTB & BOCC.
8135 Open Space & Trails Trails 7/24/2017 7:00 AM
7:00am OST trucks 111, 211, 110 have radios programmed with Pit OST. I informed Bill and Jeff that the crew can contact rangers using this channel when needed (I also let them know it would be generally boring to scan ranger banter).
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/23/2017 4:30 PM
4:30pm Took report from Aspen Kayak & SUP of uncooperative river user playing loud amplified music. UTL. Contacted about a dozen people along the JHS beach, moved people along, and directed them to the designated beach area. The groups were cooperative and open to learning about the Preserve.
1838 James H. Smith Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/23/2017 3:00 PM
Took sd card out of wildlife cam at James h smith to review photos
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/23/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm Verbal Warning: John Schille of Carbondale for DOL (white golden retriever) on HCT above staircase. Schille was a bit argumentative and insisted leashed dogs cause accidents on the trails. Schille admitted that he had seen the leash station at the trailhead, but did not read the sign. Schille's wife was friendly and stated she knew dogs must be leashed. I referred Schille to Pitkin Outside and informed him his next violation would result in a $100 ticket.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/23/2017 2:00 PM
Found car keys at Stillwater pedestrian bridge. Lexus. Brought to courthouse and left with PD.
8136 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 7/23/2017 10:00 AM
I contacted a suicidal party on the RGT/Stein Trail. Deputies transported the individual to AVH. We may see him again.. He has belongings at the easternmost end of Stein Trail that he has been instructed to retrieve. Kyle Barns- approx. late 40yo male, 5'8", 150lbs, short brown hair, light eyes, tattoos on his arms and back of neck. Polite and cooperative but emotionally/mentally unstable, paranoid, and suspected drug user.
1838 Owl Creek Trail Parking 7/22/2017 3:15 PM
Black Mercedes SUV parked on owl creek trail blocking the trail outside the airport operations center. License plate Florida CAM K03. Yellow note on it says 7/21/17 65. Contacted dispatch and turns out driver was arrested last night (7/21). Followed up with 65 and he will make sure car gets moved by tonight.
1838 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 7/22/2017 10:00 AM
A couple of small bears hanging out in Jaffe park picnic table area
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 7/21/2017 11:30 AM
Tagged some chairs and a hammock in a very well hardened campsite up the hill from Ajax Trail switchbacks out of Koch Park. Cleaned but definitely heavy use over the years. New site for these eyes.
1559 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 7/21/2017 10:30 AM
Returned extra batteries for Trekker to special events
1838 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/20/2017 9:00 PM
Good turnout of people and fireflies at Filoha
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/20/2017 10:30 AM
DOL w/ Kenny Fischer - from Texas and unfamiliar with regs. Lecture, referred to signage, Pitkin outside, VW.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/20/2017 10:00 AM
DOL w/ Michelle Henderson at Benedict bridge. "Local" but never knew we had leash laws or seen a ranger here. Lecture, referred to pit outside, VW.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Everything great 7/20/2017 9:30 AM
Took Google Trekker the entire length of Rio Grande Trail. Lots of looks.
1838 Administration Patrol/Outreach 7/19/2017 6:00 PM
Replaced infant/child AED pads in both 107 and 108 with new ones
1838 Jaffee Park Parking 7/19/2017 5:15 PM
Orange Honda Element license plate CO 433-XYM parked in cul de sac of Jaffe park in no parking zone. Pink tagged.
1838 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 7/19/2017 3:15 PM
First on scene to multi vehicle accident just west of the maroon creek roundabout on highway 82 with airbag deployment. All pt's refused care but needed AFD response to clean up large amount of fluids spilled on roadway.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/19/2017 1:30 PM
Porta potty at basalt high school in really bad shape and doesn't seem to be getting serviced. Notified Ted who was following up with mountain waste (970-963-3435) about it
1838 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Signage 7/19/2017 12:30 PM
Replaced yied sign with stop sign at Holland hills Basalt mass trail
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 7/18/2017 11:45 AM
Removed "no ebikes" signs from shady lane, stein park and smuggler per Ted and BOCC and OST boards
1838 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 7/17/2017 4:15 PM
Assisted senior citizen couple on McLain flats rd who were cycling and getting blown all over by very heavy wind gusts. Transported them to Stein Park with their bikes.
1838 Seven Star Ranch Penalty Assessment 7/17/2017 12:15 PM
Assisted 243 in issuing citation to a mountain biker with a dog on seven star.
1838 Administration Maintenance 7/17/2017 11:00 AM
Got Buck and Belle fully serviced and upgraded at Basalt Bike and Ski. Fully tubeless, new brake pads, brakes bled
957 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 7/17/2017 10:00 AM
Red tagged a bicycle left on fence for last week near wiggles (mm 39)
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 7/17/2017 8:30 AM
Woke up Michael Costello again, he cleaned camp and left.
8135 Highway 82 Accident/Rescue 7/16/2017 3:45 PM
3:40pm First on scene for three car MVA in front of USFS Station with multiple airbag deployments. Did quick visual assessment of one driver with facial abrasions and possible whiplash - turned over to Aspen Ambi medics. Assisted APD and Aspen Fire with traffic until I could clear. Aspen Fire did mop up.
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/16/2017 3:00 PM
Talked to dad and son from Texas about the no Ebike policy. They said they rented them from the bike shop by the gondola and were not aware ebikes were not allowed. Compliant and turned around.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 7/16/2017 1:30 PM
1:30pm Encountered Luke and Mike Wooten on RGT near the pinned biyak. I showed them best access, and then talked them into coming back after coordinating with local guides. Elk Mtn Expeditions and Kiwi guides have expressed interest in helping recover boat.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/16/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm Contacted 3 E-bikers at Stein Falls. 2 were tourists that claimed to rarely visit Aspen and explained they were new to E-bikes. No ADA excuse - they agreed to turn around. 1 was an argumentative senior citizen. I explained the "mobility impairment" exception and encouraged him to keep riding. I later turned around a group of 3 young E-MTBs on privately owned bikes at Cemetery Lane. I also contacted a family of 6 on Aspen Velo E-MTBs (two parents - one with a mobility impairment - and 4 pre-teen/teen kids). The family agreed to return to Aspen Velo to trade in their E-MTB for pedal bikes. The family explained they did not tell the shop how they were getting to Woody Creek. I saw 2 more E-bikers, but was unable to contact. 14 E-bike contacts overall in less than two hours!
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 7/16/2017 9:15 AM
VW. Talked to Max Watson about his golden retriever Duke being off leash. He had a leash in hand and was friendly/compliant.
957 Rio Grande Trail Litter all over 7/16/2017 8:00 AM
Hopefully Aspen Valley Marathon cleaned up all of the assciated micro trash, but please keep an eye out on the Rio and BasaltMass for goo packets and the like... there were many raceday.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/15/2017 2:00 PM
Took a call from "Tom" about a reckless E-Bike user on the RGT near Woody Creek. Subject was UV of my location. I was UTL.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 7/15/2017 12:00 PM
Bicycle parked on East end of fence near Arciero on RGT. I saw the bike in the morning and later in the afternoon. We should check on it to see if its been stored overnight.
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/15/2017 9:00 AM
Did some outreach at the Hunter Creek Valley weed pull event at the top of Hunter Creek with Ted
8136 Aspen Mass Trail Parking 7/14/2017 2:00 PM
I tagged 2 bikes on the steep section of Aspen/Mass Trail near Jaffee Park. These bikes have been there for multiple days.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/14/2017 12:00 PM
Code assignment near mm36.5 on RGT. 51yo male crashed his bike. Fractured left arm, possible head injury. See report. G:\Ranger Folder\RANGER ENFORCEMENT\RANGER REPORTS 2017\Incident Reports 2017\Accidents & Medical Calls
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 7/14/2017 9:00 AM
The black bike I tagged last week near mm37 on RGT has been removed.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Mutual Aid 7/13/2017 3:30 PM
Responded to search for suicidal party possibly in area of Marolt or Moore OS. Checked Marolt, Castle Creek, and Tiehack bridges. Subject's phone kept pinging near base of Highlands or AJAX. UTL.
8135 Gerbaz Resource Damage 7/13/2017 1:30 PM
Mudslide occurred on RGT at retaining wall west of Gerbaz RR Cars. Road & Bridge cleared Lower River Rd. and trail with heavy machinery. We will need to keep an eye on it.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 7/13/2017 10:45 AM
VW. Talked to Susanna Arroway about her Aussie being off leash. She said that she was teaching him to heel. I gave her info on off leash trails. Friendly and compliant.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/13/2017 10:30 AM
Took call from Brad, owner of Replay Sports, about Aspen Velo having uncompetitive advantage renting E-bikes due to lack of enforcement. Replay Sports deliberately refrained from buying E-fleet out of respect for the rules. Brad wants to see enforcement. Michael W. of Aspen Velo reportedly told Brad that zero customers have received tickets for E-bikes. Brad reportedly observed Wampler telling people E-bikes are - with air quotation marks - only "technically not allowed" on County trails. I contacted 2 E-bikers atop Smug who rented from Aspen Velo. "Bikes" had full-suspension and were capable of going 28mph. Cyclists agreed to stay on road. They said the shop staff told them about the rules.
8135 Open Space & Trails Training 7/13/2017 9:00 AM
Medical scenario training with 1835/6/9. Covered radio comms, patient assessment, and CPR/AED. Scenarios included bike accidents, OD, and man down.
957 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Followed-up on issue 7/12/2017 2:30 PM
Red tagged bike left leaning on parking meter for last two days along Ute Avenue
8135 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 7/12/2017 12:30 PM
Spoke with Christina Grandy, Train Your Brain Camp, in Jaffee Park. I informed Grandy she must renew her permit for 2017, pay the $50 renewal fee, and submit a valid COI. After Grandy left, I realized her tent stakes may have damaged the irrigation system in Jaffee Park - tents are only allowed if weighted down by water/sand buckets. I informed Grandy she would be liable for any damage. 2017 permit states no tent stakes.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Resource Damage 7/12/2017 11:30 AM
Drove RGT corridor following torrential rain. Bike rocks came down on RGT east of Arciero and took out green chain link fence. R&B and OST teamed up to remove rock with backhoe. Small slides in Shale on dirt RGT.
8135 Wingo Junction River Access Whitewater 7/12/2017 11:00 AM
Brushed out thorny veg from Wingo Boat Ramp. Check on Lazy Glen "island camp" - all clear. This structure was definitely an inhabited camp once upon a time. I found a message carved into a wall of the camp, "Move out or you will be kicked out."
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 7/12/2017 10:30 AM
Port-o-John at BHS trailhead appears to be getting slammed by BHS construction workers... MWR will service today. Please keep an eye on it.
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/12/2017 10:00 AM
VW to Paul Barnhart about DOL on Hunter Creek trail. Was compliant
8135 Glassier Open Space Trails 7/12/2017 10:00 AM
Locked open second Glassier Trail gate - Ted asked for this to be done a while ago. Checked on Glassier Homestead. Laura (Glassier Flowers) has permission to improve inside of the garage with walls, doors, locks. It looks nice. Half of access road to base of Glassier-Crown Trail is very eroded, as 1838 observed earlier. Ted will assess need for repairs late season. No sign of dog tracks on Glassier-Crown trails. No evidence the equestrian trail is getting used at all.
957 Campus/Moore Properties Everything great 7/12/2017 10:00 AM
Cat off leash on Moore following dog. Owner returned home, cat followed.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 7/11/2017 2:00 PM
Submitted A. Cooper ticket to court. Her court date is 07/18.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/11/2017 12:00 PM
Contacted 2 E-bikers on bikes from Aspen Velo. The owner, Michael, did not tel them E-bike were prohibited on RGT when they indicated they wanted to ride to Basalt. One rider had a mobility impairment. The couple agreed to return to the shop, exchange one bike, and have a chat with Michael. I observed, but did not contact 3 other E-bikers (2 - a tandem E-bike and a youth E-bike on Cemetery Lane).
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 7/11/2017 10:30 AM
Tagged trailer (CO: 113-QPZ) full of construction materials in Jaffee Park. I also observed a gathering of kids and one woman at the picnic table in Jaffee Park - same place and woman as yesterday morning. I think it may be the Train Your Brain Camp - they need to renew their permit.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/11/2017 10:00 AM
Returned Lost & Found items (bike lock, water bottles) to "Sara" of GWS, and answered questions about RFC educational programs.
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 7/11/2017 7:00 AM
Woke up Michael Costello sleeping just off little cloud trail, above midland trail.
957 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 7/10/2017 2:30 PM
Monitored and helped boaters pulling kayak out of entrance exam. Provide upstream safety, alerting group launching at stein to downstream ropes
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 7/10/2017 1:30 PM
1:20pm Tagged black Jeep parked in boat loading zone in Stein Park.
8135 Sunnyside Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/10/2017 12:45 PM
12:45pm Took warm report from Dale Will of drone at Gold Butte/Sunnyside TH. Checked lot and Slaughterhouse Falls area - UTL.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 7/10/2017 11:30 AM
11:30am Took info-only report from Dispatch of capsized orange kayak in Entrance Exam. "Occupants are out and safe." It's nice to have Dispatch keeping us in the loop. Kiwi Adventures guides were trying to recover the boat by 1330 hrs.
957 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 7/10/2017 9:30 AM
Responded to medical call on Rio Grande trail. 73-year-old female on bike syncopal episode, transported by medic 96
1838 Administration Maintenance 7/10/2017 9:30 AM
Brought Buck and Belle to Basalt Bike and Ski in Willits for tuneup. They were able to make some quick adjustments but had to schedule full service for next week - need to bring the. Ike's down there on July 17. I bought new pedals for Buck so now there are some rideable pedals on there.
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/09/2017 10:30 AM
Approached by Antonio Uccello at Koch lumber. His dog Kira (black Wheaton terrier) is missing at large from the little cloud/ajax/Koch area. Educated about leash regulations and keep Ng an eye for the dog
957 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route User conflict 7/09/2017 9:30 AM
Spoke with Natalie Blanchard about cyclists not announcing when passing and invading her personal space. I assured Natalie rangers are giving away bike bells and educating bikers to respect other users.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/08/2017 4:30 PM
Visited Aspen Velo to talk about E-bike rentals. Aspen Velo has a huge fleet of different E-bike models, but mostly rents black and lime green Haibike Cross40 E-MTBs (I've seen tons of these around). Michael, the shop owner, maintained that his staff tell people the bikes are "illegal" to ride on the trails, and he seems to have a buyer-beware kind of attitude in regards to us ticketing his customers. Michael was argumentative, but friendly, and said there are three lawyers in town "praying for a ticket" so they can sue OST over our E-bike code. We discussed the limits of the federal supremacy clause, etc. and it did not seem like Michael's legal argument (that local gov't does not have the power to prohibit non-ADA use of E-bikes) was at all legitimate.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 7/08/2017 2:00 PM
"Tom" (white Subaru, CO:799-QWP) put on a show at Wildwood when I had him get rid of his glass and turn off amplified music before SUPing. He acted like he was going to throw the bottle at a car, tried out a few insults, etc. but eventually complied.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Dog Offense 7/08/2017 1:00 PM
Issued several verbal warnings for DOL in Herron Park. No City rangers or CROs available.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/08/2017 11:00 AM
3 E-bike contacts (all with "bad knees") and 3 E-bike observed, but not contacted. Several were rented from Aspen Velo (Haibike "Cross" E-MTB).
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/08/2017 11:00 AM
DOL w/ Joe Crofton. Joe had a PITOST leash on his dog but dragging along the trail. He was very argumentative and insisted our signs say dogs must be leashed but did not specify holding it in your hand. Maybe this is our Lani white leash dragger? I couldn't get him to admit that he has done this in the past and he was not in rangermobile. Extended lecture/discussion. Verbal warning. Keep your eyes out for this guy. Over 6ft tall 100+ lbs possibly Texas accent.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/08/2017 10:30 AM
DOL w/ Karen Lord. Karen has lived on the valley "since the 80s" so should know the regs. First DOL offense. Cited for failure to pick up dog waste in 2013. Lecture, VW, referred to pit outside.
1559 Snyder Park Called to scene 7/07/2017 2:15 PM
Issued a citation for No Park Permit to Sunnyside Day Camp (Jill McSwain) in Snyder Park. Kids were paddle boarding in pond, which is also not allowed. City received noise complaints. Jill will be visiting our office to obtain a permit.
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Installed signage 7/07/2017 12:30 PM
Installed No motor vehicle sign, leash signage, and temp No Dumping signs near archery range at Cozy point
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 7/07/2017 12:00 PM
Responded to a bike crash at the intersection of Rio Grande Trail and McClain Flats Rd. 67 F, got dizzy and fell off bike at a slow rate of speed. Patient dizzy and nauseous, no other apparent injuries.
1839 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/07/2017 10:30 AM
VW. Talked to Anna Wilson about her chocolate lab off leash. Very friendly and compliant.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/06/2017 11:00 AM
Put wildlife camera back out at James h. Smith
957 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Followed-up on issue 7/06/2017 11:00 AM
Aspen Tree Service will be active felling and cutting trees on Ute Mesa and Ajax trail east of ski area. May require detour or trail closure.
1838 Seven Star Ranch Patrol/Outreach 7/05/2017 10:00 AM
Put 7 star wildlife camera back out 39.24358, -106.92348
1559 Willoughby/Lift 1A Park Found resource damage 7/05/2017 9:45 AM
Assisted 1957 and YCC remove wood and trash from Hogue Hole. HOT!!
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Installed signage 7/05/2017 9:00 AM
Responded to citizen complaint of lack of signage at little cloud housing driveway. Moved some signage from construction trail crossing make safe.
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Litter all over 7/05/2017 9:00 AM
Bear trash on midland trail. Cleaned up.
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 7/05/2017 7:00 AM
Contacted Michael Costello with 79 sleeping on Little Cloud parcel. Michael asserts that he is on his mining claim and property, using private property signs to support his case. Showed Michael GIS map, and asked him to clean up and move on. Provided materials for HHS and shelter. Well rehearsed with California accent. 79 will check back.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 7/04/2017 4:00 PM
4:00pm Spoke with Ed Bass and Sasha at Wildwood. Sasha had many questions about how we were managing North Star, and asked if "this [Fourth of July] is the worst I've seen?" This Fourthpocalypse was actually not that bad. Sasha complained about tubers trespassing, etc. I walked Sasha and Ed around, and showed them ACES natties at work, Ranger Katie dumping out peoples' glass bottle of tequila, etc. Ed was very laid back and complimentary of the "fantastic work" we are doing.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 7/04/2017 4:00 PM
Worked with 1836 to remedy dangerous traffic conditions at North Star take out. Cars were blocking HWY82. 73 eventually showed up for a drive-by patrol. Despite the holiday, this was not the worst river traffic we've seen this season.
1558 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/04/2017 2:15 PM
8135 Owl Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/04/2017 12:15 PM
Responded with 1836 to cyclist with bleeding head injury in underpass where Owl Creek Trail crosses HWY82. 11 was on scene. Medics bandaged and transported patient. 1836 and I transported bike to AVH. "Peggy" the surly security guard absolutely prohibited us from leaving the bike inside...
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/04/2017 11:30 AM
Responded with Aspen Ambi, Aspen Fire, PCSO, and 1959 to rafting accident called in by 1836. 42yo male with possible tib-fib leg fracture on rock in river. Patient was client on Kiwi Adventures trip. Fire and company extricated patient to ambulance. 1836 and I rigged two rafts to 107 and drove them out to Stein Park.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Called to scene 7/04/2017 11:30 AM
Rafter from Kiwi Adventures with probable broken leg, positioned on a rock in the river. Called AFD for extrication. Dejavu, from 2 years ago; same day, time, medic, rapid.
957 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Litter all over 7/04/2017 11:00 AM
Parade clean up with YCC and Parks staff.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Trails 7/04/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am Took warm report of reckless driver in green "Mule" UTV on Smuggler Mtn. Rd. I spoke with UTV driver, "Jeff," about need for caution, but did not observe any violations. I later took a report "Jeff" had reportedly lit off a firework atop Smuggler. No RPs actually witnessed the firework, just heard the explosion. Two dogs ran away from owner's and went missing; small gray dog belongs to Katie Beckley (646-244-2447).
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 7/04/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Moved along one illegally parked vehicle on Smuggler Mtn. Rd. and tagged a second (Red F150, CO: OGR-965). The latter had a box of pistol shells and other tactical-looking stuff visible through the driver's side window - warned other rangers of possible weapon.
1558 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/04/2017 9:30 AM
Warned Stephanie Bramson for DOL. cooperative
957 Rio Grande Trail Park permit check 7/04/2017 7:00 AM
Monitored Buddy race, well marshaled but late.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Everything great 7/03/2017 4:30 PM
Gathered barriers used for race/wedding at Stein evening prior. Trails crew will pickup.
8135 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail E-bike Contact 7/03/2017 3:30 PM
3:30pm Contacted group of three cyclists, including three E-MTBs headed up HC Cut-off. Long protracted argument ensued with "Matt" - the only rider in the group on a manual pedal bike. I discussed E-bike regs with Matt, and showed him the E-bike specific passage in the Title 12. Matt eventually agreed to turn the group around, and stated that he didn't want to "male Mike Pritchard's job harder." I gave him my card and invited him to join the conversation about E-bikes.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 7/03/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm Observed 5 E-bikes on upper Rio Grande Trail (all riding separately). All that I contacted seem to have legitimate "mobility impairment."
957 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 7/03/2017 12:00 PM
July counter harvest
1839 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 7/03/2017 11:30 AM
Talked to Jeff Bingham about his dog off leash. He had the lab on a belt leash. Very friendly and compliant.
1559 Smuggler Mountain Followed-up on issue 7/03/2017 9:00 AM
Responded to Hunter Creek/ Red Mt area for smoke report. No fire found, most likely a diesel crane starting up.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 7/03/2017 8:30 AM
Made courtesy call to T. Cooper, but failed to reach her by two different numbers.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Parking issues 7/03/2017 8:15 AM
Directed many tourists from ARC parking to highlands for Maroon Bells shuttle
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Cyclist contact 7/03/2017 8:00 AM
Contacted unknown biker about his off-leash dog and asked him to refrain from parking at the ARC to ride Buttermilk
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 7/02/2017 6:00 PM
6:00pm Monitored Slaughter Fest. Start of race overlapped with permitted wedding party in Stein Park. It seems we were able to mitigate any huge issues. Parking was crowded at Stein and Jaffee. Racers all made it through safely. I heard there were 56 participants.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Double w/other officer 7/02/2017 4:45 PM
Managed Slaughterfest/ wedding that were both permitted for stein at 5 pm. We divided the park and were able to accommodate both groups. Success.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space North Star Nature Preserve 7/02/2017 2:30 PM
2:30pm Outreached one group of SUP boarders that stopped on JHS Beach, but left once they saw me. We had a chat about disembarking at designated river accesses only. Lectured group of tubers that began coming ashore at the beach river left of the JHS heron closure. The JHS loop trail is mostly dry and makes for a great foot patrol of the river corridor. I contacted about 35 people in an hour. Please consider this option and bring DEET.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 7/02/2017 1:30 PM
1:30pm Spoke with Ivanna (FPO) at Wildwood. She got unexpectedly tied up at Lincoln Creek yesterday, and did not make it to the lot until about 4:00pm. I asked her to call and ask us for stand-in parking coverage if she anticipates being out of service for a while. Ivanna will be here next weekend, but gone the next.
1839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Verbal Warning 7/02/2017 10:45 AM
VW. Talked to Joanna Myers about her two dogs 20 feet behind her on the second switchback on smuggler. She was friendly and compliant.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Fire 7/02/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am Responded with 1837 to report of illegal camp/fire on Lazy Glen OS. Site is only accessible from Lazy Glen trailer park. We carried a backpack water sprayed into resupply Basalt Fire. Large camp/fort structure. No garbage or personal items. Basalt Fire extinguished fire. I will add this site to our list of weekly patrol areas. Remember, all fires are prohibited on OST ($100 fine), and the county is under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/01/2017 5:00 PM
Very busy at NS. Multiple outreach contacts for "whooping it up".
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/01/2017 4:00 PM
FPO was not present at Wildwood until 4pm. Nattie Katrina reported many folks on the river with amplified music and glass bottles. I instructed the Natties to call us if they are left dealing with crowds all day etc.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/01/2017 2:30 PM
Northstar very busy. Many contacts from James h smith shore, mostly for amplified music.
8136 Open Space Properties Signage 7/01/2017 2:15 PM
Congo Trailhead. Installed "Day Parking (arrow)" at Loge Pine Rd.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 7/01/2017 1:30 PM
Looks like OST Crew has fully cut all limbs down of the big cottonwood tree at takeout.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 7/01/2017 1:15 PM
Drove up on vehicle vs cyclist collision on hwy 82 mm43, across from pedestrian bridge takeout. Minor injuries, pt. denied care. Called deputies to scene and parties exchanged info.
8136 Dart Conservation Easement Signage 7/01/2017 1:00 PM
Staged "Trail Flooded" on orange cones on either side of flooded area mm 28 RGT.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Closure violation 7/01/2017 12:15 PM
Contacted multiple tourists walking throughout the preserve
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Closure violation 7/01/2017 11:45 AM
Educated paddler on restrictions at the beach.
1838 Seven Star Ranch Patrol/Outreach 7/01/2017 11:00 AM
Removed 7 star wildlife camera - will review photos
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 7/01/2017 10:30 AM
Tagged an Up The Creek Rafting van parked roadside by Wheatley Open Space.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 7/01/2017 10:15 AM
Tagged an Audi with Louisiana plates that was parked right next to the rio.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Dog off leash - education contact 7/01/2017 10:00 AM
Gentleman with off leash dog apperantly couldn't hold it until the porta-potty was free...
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Signage 7/01/2017 9:00 AM
Opened Filoha Meadows.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 6/30/2017 4:00 PM
The Great John Armstrong has signed off the radio for the last time - thanks and we'll miss you!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 6/30/2017 3:30 PM
Spotted possible camp from PW on north side of river (about 39.226756 -106.863081). Green bike visible at water's edge, about a quarter mile upstream of pinned biyak. I gave 1957 and 1840 directions from my perch while they hiked down to the bike. Just an old bike, no camp.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/30/2017 3:00 PM
Dropped off a spot count sheet with the ACES naturalists and started them on river access vehicle/people counts.
8135 Open Space & Trails E-bike Contact 6/30/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Returned call from "Greg" regarding e-bike regs on OST trails. Greg works for a private residence that provides e-bikes to guests. He preferred not to identify his business. Greg had questions about acceptable e-bike weight. I informed Greg that all e-bikes are prohibited on OST trails.
1836 Gerbaz Parking 6/29/2017 1:30 PM
Tagged vehicle parked at the driveway to the railroad carts.
1559 Meadows Open Space Followed-up on issue 6/29/2017 8:45 AM
Tagged lacrosse net chained to a tree at Triangle Park. Asked for immediate removal, will check back with small parks crew on monday
1559 ABC/BurlingameTrail Litter all over 6/29/2017 6:30 AM
Hwy cleanup with Parks staff
1839 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 6/28/2017 3:45 PM
VW. Talked to Dirk Wegman about his dog "Rosie" being off leash on the east of aspen trail just downvalley of the Stillwater pedestrian bridge. Very nice and compliant.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Commercial Permit Check 6/28/2017 2:30 PM
2:30pm Contacted Grafton Smith Photography Inc./Camp David clothing co. with 5-10 vehicles parked blocking East of Aspen Trail. After multiple warnings, the group moved vehicles onto private land. Camp David owner, David Willson, was friendly and cooperative, but Grafton Smith was not polite. The companies do not have permit for photo shoot on OST or USFS land. Group stated they would move shoot to "Ice Caves" on Indy Pass. I informed Kelly Wood (USFS) of potential illegal photo shoot on USFS land.
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/28/2017 1:00 PM
Jan green had a large brown poodle off leash on the RGT. Was compliant and gave a VW
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/28/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm Spoke with my friend, Cara Agran. She found a size-Large yellow and black Warner Fiji SUP board at North Star this week. Please notify me if someone calls about the paddle.
8135 Moore Open Space Dog Offense 6/28/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Verbal Warning: Anne Uhlfelder for DOL x 2 on Moore Dr. end of Moore OS. Very friendly. Discussed wildlife concerns.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 6/27/2017 10:30 AM
Responded to code call for biker vs. biker on Rio Grande Trail at Mile 4.0 on Lower River Rd. Eastbound male cyclist struck westbound female cyclist - 60 yo F (LOC, head injury, possible hip fracture). 11 and Aspen Ambi beat me to the scene. Patient transported by ambi to AVH. I interviewed witnesses and transported two bikes to WCT - clear by 11:00am.
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 6/26/2017 2:00 PM
Bills crew has cut down the aspen tree on hunter creek trail that was in danger of falling on the trail
839 Open Space & Trails E-bike Contact 6/26/2017 11:00 AM
This A.M. I received call from Bill Seguin about the regs for E bike. Bill is 75 and very fit. we discussed e bikes pros cons, future pub process
839 Open Space & Trails E-bike Contact 6/26/2017 11:00 AM
Intercepted Bill Seguin and wife on e bikes from RGT to Jaffee Park. Bill claims mobility impairment. (told me they hiked to Capitol Lake yesterday)
839 Open Space & Trails Whitewater 6/26/2017 11:00 AM
Observed AWR on ramp for full hour. Elk Mtn on time and no problems. Also AWR and Blazing Slaughterhouse pickups
957 Herron/Newbury Park Park permit check 6/26/2017 10:00 AM
Observed blazing adventure unloading rental bikes at Prockter, dangerous to back trailer back onto king street. Observed Ajax adventure camp parking at Herron and skateboarding to skate park. Will discuss with Teresa and Brian and follow up.
957 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/26/2017 9:30 AM
Kim Seguin with DOL. Polite and compliant. Concerned about lack of trash can at fishing park. Will follow up
957 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/26/2017 8:30 AM
Stevie McMurtrie with DoL near post office bridge. Polite and compliant, shared areas to have dog off leash.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/25/2017 3:45 PM
1838 Collected 3 rafts tied up on left side of the river near McFarlane Gulch Rd. 1836 found owners at take out, turned out to be group of 10 year olds. Lectured kids, and mom who showed up later (she was not with the kids at the time). They didn't wait for 1838 to show up with rafts, so disposed of the rafts.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/25/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm Took complaint from "livid" man about his daughter's keys being locked in her car at Wildwood last night after she left them to allow strangers to double park. Man claimed OST rangers told his daughter it was "OK" to double park. Car was unlocked by locksmith this morning. Combined with the vandalism to Skarvan's car yesterday, I've received two complaints about rangers allegedly endorsing informal parking arrangements resulting in damage/inconvenience. Clearly, it is only the vehicle owners who are responsible for the negative outcome, but, to clarify: OST does not recommend or endorse leaving keys in vehicle at Wildwood. Please inform double parking visitors of potential for damage, and make sure they don't get the impression that we are OK with their decision.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/25/2017 12:30 PM
12:30pm ACES naturalists are having some success engaging visitors in environmental learning. They were showing off macro-invertebrates today with microscopes. I brainstormed with the natties on ways to improve outreach. Victoria (ACES) did a great job of feeding rangers reports on violations along river today - that, plus friendly outreach, is exactly what we need from them.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 6/25/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Informed M. Wooten of whereabouts of pinned red "biyak." Boat has moved slightly downstream is now more accessible. Elk Mtn Expeditions informed me a commercial raft flipped on the pinned boat two days ago (that makes two commercial flips due to the "biyak").
957 Stein/Red Butte Park Followed-up on issue 6/25/2017 10:30 AM
Called Mountain Waste and Recycling about maintains portopotty at stein park. Left message
8135 Jaffee Park Whitewater 6/25/2017 10:30 AM
Monitored Jaffee Park boat ramp and spoke with guides from AWR, Elk Mtn., and Up Tha' Creek. Companies either loosely followed or disregarded old ramp schedule in favor of informally working things out together. No guides reported conflict. At least one guide stated he did not want a designated ramp schedule. Chats with guides revealed an unpermitted river race, Slaughter Fest, scheduled for 6/30. Race uses Stein Park for launch, and Jaffee Park for registration and after party. I tracked down apparent organizers through internet and boater connections. They will need a permit.
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Parking 6/25/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Called in old red Subaru (CO:298-ZWB) still abandoned in Intercept Lot. PCSO tagged as long ago as April, and I think the vehicles for had been there for even longer. 11 said he would contact CDOT about removing it.
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 6/25/2017 10:00 AM
Big aspen tree that was unable to be cut down by OST Rangers on Hunter Creek trail still dangerously balanced and presents danger to trail users. Need to get addressed by saw team ASAP.
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 6/25/2017 10:00 AM
Spoke with 'Jeffery from California' about sleeping on trail. He cleaned up and moved on.
957 Marolt Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 6/25/2017 9:30 AM
Jack Silverman DOL. Terse, yet compliant: VW
1838 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 6/25/2017 9:00 AM
Found expertly made sign on Smuggler Mountain Rd signpost saying "Botox Lane" - wooden, made with router to match current signs. Removed.
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/25/2017 8:00 AM
Mary Lynn Casper DOL. Compliant, VW.
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/24/2017 4:30 PM
Mitzi Beardsley with golden doodle off leash on HCT. VW
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/24/2017 4:00 PM
ACES natties and 1837 checked for reported port-a-pots in or near the river in the North Star Preserve area. UTL.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 6/24/2017 3:30 PM
Took complaint of people "walking around" in heron closure while flying drone. Description of party fit with a group I had contacted at Wildwood. I observed group from JHS OS and saw no violations. I asked other river users if they had seen a drone, and I got no info. I contacted a different group about mooring temporarily on river left near JHS OS - it was borderline whether the flooded, muddy area where the stopped counted as land; they were very cooperative. 1837 outreached group suspected of drone use/trespass at the Beach regarding general regulations, and he too saw no violations.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space North Star Nature Preserve 6/24/2017 3:00 PM
Contacted group of approx. 12 high school kids trying to put on water at JHS OS. I redirected all to Wildwood and South Gate, and walked them out.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/24/2017 2:30 PM
No sign of Merlin at North Lot until about 4:30pm. Educational contact with driver of black Audi that pulled dangerous U-turn in HWY82 at Mile 43.0. Many cars parked in CDOT ROW near Wildwood.
8135 Jaffee Park Whitewater 6/24/2017 2:00 PM
Took complaint from Jim Ingraham of AWC of boat ramp conflicts in Jaffee Park. Rangers have been patrolling this area with greater frequency to observe and address boat traffic issues, and a meeting is scheduled with at least one company early this coming week.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 6/24/2017 1:30 PM
Cut two trees blocking lower Hunter Creek Trail with 1836. One large, hazardous hung-up tree remains, but it is beyond my skill set. 1836 reported tree to Ted.
1559 Parks Office Installed signage 6/24/2017 10:00 AM
Prepared new Hunter Creek Valley signage for install
1559 Sky Mountain Park Cyclist contact 6/24/2017 9:00 AM
Informed cyclists at north end of property about race on the south end.
839 Open Space & Trails Signage 6/23/2017 5:00 PM
installed NO E BIKES signs at Stein and at Shady LN we have 3 more to install if needed on RGT , maybe one on HC cutoff behind platform
839 Open Space & Trails Signage 6/23/2017 5:00 PM
I839 ordered brass shoulder washers
839 Open Space & Trails North Star Nature Preserve 6/23/2017 5:00 PM
1839 put Lost and Found with our desk phone # on takeout and southgate kiosks , need one at WW and they are on desk
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Called to scene 6/23/2017 2:00 PM
Contacted a group with a very illegal load heading up hwy 82. Four paddle boards, sideways. Group was responsive to warning.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Park use moderate 6/23/2017 2:00 PM
Wildwood put in full. Deflected a couple glass bottles from heading toward the river.
957 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 6/23/2017 2:00 PM
Met with Terry Paulson about trail concerns and closures and paragliding conflicts at Marolt Open Space.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/23/2017 1:00 PM
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Called to scene 6/23/2017 9:30 AM
Responded to Stillwater & 82 for a dog running in and out of river and crossing highway. Upon arrival citizens had custody of the black/white husky. I took control of dog and called owner who arrived in a not so quick manner. I wrote Domique Colter a written warning for dog at large.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 6/21/2017 5:00 PM
responded to biker v pedestrian, no radio notification of ambi on scene or APD when they arrived on scene. Concussion transported.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 6/21/2017 5:00 PM
Possibly 50 riders from non-com ride "Anthem group" from front range. They need free permit for large group (12 or over)
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Commercial Permit Check 6/21/2017 5:00 PM
Wilderness Voyagers group of 15 on RGT with permit
839 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/21/2017 5:00 PM
2 outhouses in water ,not quite floating, at cabin in water on RF at Warren Ck Ln > Jim Kravitz will follow up
839 Gold Butte Open Space Commercial Permit Check 6/21/2017 5:00 PM
Aspen Alpine Guides over limit with kids climbing groups. They know it and apologize
839 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 6/21/2017 5:00 PM
AWR Ingraham complains (a lot) about ELk Mtn violating their ramp time, spoke with James of Elk , see e mail
839 Jaffee Park Resource Damage 6/21/2017 5:00 PM
Redstone Park brush cutting complaint/ trying to follow up for Ted
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/21/2017 2:00 PM
DOL w/ Sam Weiser near Lani White/HCT. Local and knows laws. Apologetic. Lecture, referred to Pitoutside, and VW.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/21/2017 12:30 PM
(2) DOL w/ John Rushenberg. He can't find a place to walk his DOL without them getting eaten by coyotes. Lecture, referred to Pitoutside, and VW.
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 6/21/2017 11:30 AM
Tagged two vehicles parking on the soft surface of the new parking lot at BHS. All parking spots were full.
1836 Emma Open Space Parking 6/21/2017 11:30 AM
Tagged white Tacoma parked at the school house. Has reportedly been there all morning.
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 6/21/2017 11:30 AM
Saw 2 e-bike users on upper RGT. Wasn't able to outreach them.
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 6/21/2017 11:30 AM
Jane Smith (definitely fake name) had one small dog on leash and one small black and white dog off leash. Lectured and VW. Compliant, Leashed dog and turned around.
1839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Verbal Warning 6/21/2017 11:00 AM
VW. Talked to Sam Hitchcock about her dog being a switchback below her on smuggler road. She was friendly and compliant.
957 Rio Grande Park User conflict 6/21/2017 10:30 AM
Responded to bike vs pedestrian accident on RGT, near Sunnyside extension. Second on scene after ambulance, radio difficulties. Bike (Richard Miller) announced on your left, pedestrian moved to her left. Minimal injuries, possible alteration of consciousness, patient transported by ambulance.
957 Smuggler Mountain Everything great 6/21/2017 7:00 AM
Replaced signage on top of smuggler kiosk for summer. Happy solstice!
8136 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 6/20/2017 5:30 PM
DOL w/ Lindsay Plomer. Leashed up when she saw me. Lives in ABC and knows regs. Lecture, Referred to Pitoutside, VW
8136 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 6/20/2017 5:30 PM
DOL w/ Sam Rondeau. I spoke with his mother last year about DOL in same area. Promised he would be leashed from now on. Lecture and VW.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 6/20/2017 4:30 PM
Cited Toni Cooper for bringing two bulldogs into North Star Preserve (and onto the river) via South Gate. Two RPs complained about Cooper. Cooper was very upset when I cited her, at one point resorted to laying in grass along Highway 82, and seems to have complained about ticket to 73. Fun times.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/20/2017 3:30 PM
Returned call to Stephanie Don - owner and seasonal resident of home across the highway from Stillwater. Don seemed upset about crowds at take out, and she stated she may have to sell house or sue to remedy the situation. I reviewed laundry list of management efforts OST and partners are implementing at the Preserve to improve safety, resource protection, and behavior. I referred Don to PCSO for specific parking complaints, and I also followed up with Elk Mtn. Expeditions about a parking/idling near Don's driveway.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 6/20/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm Observed 5 E-bikes of varying models (Stromer, Raleigh, unknown) on RGT near Stein Park during my short lunch break. I was not able to contact every one. Bill also reported a large group of people on matching dark-color E-MTB on RGT near Chaparral - UTL. None appeared to be rentals. Enforcement will not work without concerted outreach efforts by OST. It seems inefficient for rangers to be chasing E-bikes up and down the trail when the ban isn't even signed.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 6/20/2017 12:30 PM
12:30pm Spotted a red and yellow raft paddles in eddy across from west end of Stein Trail - likely from flipped raft earlier this week.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 6/20/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm E-bike contact on RGT near the Falls. Valid OPDMD use. Conversation led to cold report of off-leash pit bulls that mauled the cyclist's poodle about 1 month ago. Dogs reportedly ran from Stein Park and attacked on RGT about 1/4 mile west of park. The cyclist claimed attack cost $3000 in vet bills, and guilty dog owner "ran away." PCSO was evidently notified but "did nothing."
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Commercial Permit Check 6/20/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Spotted Aspen Day Trippers company van parked in lower Smuggler Lot - woman got out by herself and hiked alone. It does not seem the company is operating its kids' camp on OST at this time.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/20/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am North Star orientation with Blazing Adventures guides. We covered etiquette and regulations on the Preserve. We also talked general river safety - the guides expressed concern that people are paddling Slaughterhouse Falls in low-float water ski PFDs and even a "Walmart raft." I think OST cannot warn against all forms of reckless/ignorant behavior on the river. Janet says formal outreach along these lines may expose us to liability, but we should still contact unprepared people at put-ins if we feel it is necessary.
8135 Administration Training 6/20/2017 9:00 AM
Great interagency Verbal Judo training with Franz of Snowmass PD!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/19/2017 8:00 PM
Excellent float with RFC.l through flooded forests of North Star. The river had traffic until at least 8:00pm. It would be good to have a ranger stay later some days.
1838 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 6/19/2017 6:00 PM
The amount of lost items recovered from the take out at Northstar is growing. Currently items are gathered in a box in the office. We'll have to decide what to do with it.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 6/19/2017 5:30 PM
Noted that COA has closed the underpass of the RGT at Stein Park due to high water.
1838 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 6/19/2017 5:00 PM
Found nice PFD at Jaffe park. Brought to Inn at Aspen parking lot where Aspen Whitewater stages and was correct it belonged to Jim.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 6/19/2017 3:00 PM
3:00pm Removed plywood from Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/19/2017 2:30 PM
2:30pm Spoke with Matt (COO of Breckenridge Distillery) about misbehavior of his employees during Food & Wine weekend at North Star Preserve. Matt was born and raised in Aspen, he was very receptive to the stewardship message, and will discuss issues with his staff. Matt apologized for his staff's behavior and stated it did not reflect well on the company. I will send Matt outreach materials on good North Star stewardship to help with his meeting. Matt said his staff float socially with Aspen friends a few times a summer, and clarified it was not a commercial event.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 6/19/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm Took call for 48 regarding wounded fawn on side of Smuggler Mtn Rd. 1838 located animal - actually an elk calf. 48 asked us to put calf in truck and await pick up by volunteer wildlife rehab. Unfortunately, the calf died soon after we settled her into the truck. 1838 and I laid animal to rest in aspens above Hidden Valley Cemetery, per TOSV norm.
1838 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 6/19/2017 8:45 AM
Brought 107 to cracks and racks and had them tighten up the kuat bike rack - a little better now
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/18/2017 4:30 PM
Black Sprinter van from Breckenridge Distillery was parked halfway in highway 82 and creating a significant hazard at the Pedestrian Bridge Takeout. Asked multiple times to move the vehicle, they were not very cooperative. Then another vehicle from the same party came and parked in a similar fashion right behind the van. Occupants had the doors open on the highway side of the vehicle, creating even more of an obstruction. Asked again to move, they said the were "waiting for friends" and did not move immediately. A large party, the van was full with about 10 people and the second vehicle (jeep) had another 2 people at least. Later same party caused a problem at Wildwood for 1836.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 6/18/2017 2:00 PM
Called by dispatch for report of people sitting on the private dock in Northstar and for a woman in the water with no PFD who couldn't swim. Responded from South Gate with Aces naturalist to Warren Creek Rd. Was able to contact Aaron, resident of artist house. He was in favor of ticketing the party if found. Went with him to the private dock, no one present. Contacted other river users and they said party was "rescued" by another party in large hyside raft. Found raft party later but they said original party got out somewhere along river, having had a very bad day, and went to the road somehow. UTL.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 6/18/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm Tagged several cars parked in Stein Park boat un/loading zone. Plenty of private boaters on the water today. It seems with high water (peaking?) commercial trips are not running Slaughterhouse today.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion E-bike Contact 6/18/2017 1:30 PM
1:30pm Educational contact with man on rented green and black Haibike E-MTB near Stein Falls. I informed him E-bikes were not allowed, and tried to ascertain from which shop he rented the E-bike (seems like Aspen Bike Rental). The man stated that he had not told the shop where he was planning to ride the E-bike.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 6/18/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm The recently installed (staked) sign posts at RGT-Elam are already loose.
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Park permit check 6/18/2017 9:15 AM
Irragation crew mentioned event at Herron missed their strike time yesterday evening and Irragation schedule had to be changed due to it. Checked this morning, tent is gone but table and chairs remain. Photos to Matt Kuhn
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Commercial Permit Check 6/18/2017 9:00 AM
9:00am Contacted two vendors from Cloud Cover hats setting up a sales tent on the edge of Smuggler Mountain Rd. The vendors evidently have permission from the Smuggler Mine to use their property. l showed the vendors the County property line on GIS, and helped them move the tent out of the road corridor and onto mine property. The sales tent is a Comm. Dev. issue, as it is on private land. I made it clear they are not allowed to sell merchandise on County property.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 6/17/2017 5:30 PM
Checked end of Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd. for camps. Located a large, new piece of plywood - similar to wood found last week by 1838. Remnants of scattered camp fire and some trash. We will need a bigger truck to remove wood.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/17/2017 5:00 PM
Fairly chaotic at the take out. Several impressively ETOH ladies. Made several educational contacts about dogs, parking, and glass. Slowed traffic once for children on highway. Traffic calmed down around the time 11 showed up to monitor area. Evidently, PCSO is offering OT shifts twice a week to deputies willing to do "targeted enforcement" along North Star.
1839 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/17/2017 4:45 PM
VW. I talked to Gina Day about having Uso off leash on upper HC. She had the leash in hand and acknowledged the leash law is in affect until the upper kiosk. Very friendly and compliant.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/17/2017 1:30 PM
Met Ivanna and two ACES naturalists at Wildwood. Installed staked "whiskers" to outline WW unloading zone. Floated river with 1959 and the ACES natties. The ACES boys hit Bass's bridge abutment and flipped. 1958 and I grabbed their boat, flipped it back over, and paddled them to shore. 1958 and I also recovered a capsized boat near JHS and returned to owner.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Vandalism 6/17/2017 1:00 PM
Mirrors smashed on Smuggler Mtn. Rd... again.
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 6/17/2017 12:30 PM
Verbal warning to Nathan Roose for running in his swim shorts with DOL on Upper RGT by Stein park. Was compliant and leashed dog.
8135 Administration Patrol/Outreach 6/17/2017 12:00 PM
Fielded questions from tourists outside Aspen Ranger Station about bears, snow, and trail accesses. Busy weekend. Tourists ran the gambit from casual lake-baggers to a family of mountaineers destined for Mt. Daly. No USFS/ACES staff at ranger station on weekends (yet?).
8135 Stein Trail Accident/Rescue 6/17/2017 10:00 AM
Stopped to assist Blazing Adventures. Raft high sided and dumped at least 4 guides clients river. I assessed scene from upstream of Stein Bridge. Rescue boater asked me to sit with two clients while she accounted for other swimmers. I moved clients away from water and assessed one for difficulty breathing - both were fit and fared OK in rough swim. I confirmed with guides that all clients were accounted for and safe. Several clients indicated they wanted to walk back instead of keep rafting.
1559 Marolt Open Space Called to scene 6/17/2017 10:00 AM
Called to Marolt by 120 to meet Cindy Z who had been "attacked" by a deer days earlier. Upon speaking with Cindy, and observing the deer, we decided to place 4 signs around the wooded area near the community garden. Deer likely just defensive of her fawn.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/16/2017 12:00 PM
stop sign at E of A trail at Wildwood entrance needs new 30 holer installed
1839 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 6/16/2017 10:00 AM
1839 and I talked to Eduarda and Duke at Stein beech. Eduarda was running with Duke and had a leash. She lives at ABC and was very friendly/compliant.
1839 Glassier Open Space Parking 6/15/2017 1:30 PM
Tagged a red Yaris with Oregon plates on hooks spur lane in front of glazier townsite.
1836 East of Aspen Trail Trails 6/15/2017 1:30 PM
East of Aspen trail is flooded in certain areas, along with South Gate put in.
8136 Open Space & Trails Commercial Permit Check 6/14/2017 6:00 PM
Returned a call and fielded questions from Catherin (?) about potentially guiding clients on HCT. Referred to Janet to complete the permit process. Her voice message was left in the office phone and successfully forwarded to my email as PH described yesterday.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/14/2017 4:00 PM
Blazing Adventures had questions about where to unload SUPs and clients at Wildwood put-in. I indicated JA and PH would discuss with FPO during their next weekend approx. 6/16.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 6/14/2017 3:00 PM
Gas leak approx. mm44 near Warren Creek at Northstar preserve. Highway 82 and East of Aspen Trail temporarily closed between 1300 and 1450 hrs. See Report. G:\Ranger Folder\RANGER ENFORCEMENT\RANGER REPORTS 2017\Incident Reports 2017\Other\GAS LEAK_NORTHSTAR_06.14.2017
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/14/2017 2:30 PM
Collected camp tagged last week across from hospital. Decent tent, appeared abandoned.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 6/14/2017 12:00 PM
The new sign package installation is underway. Please keep an eye out for hazards/user conflict etc throughout the construction. Ted would like us to be aware of the location of the worksite each day and be capable of rapid response in the event of an incident.
957 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Issued citation 6/14/2017 12:00 PM
Issues citation ($100) to Shane Todd for failure to collect dog waste.
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Found resource damage 6/14/2017 11:30 AM
Pumphouse outbuilding door, on Aspenmass, no longer shuts. A very inviting, yet toxic, shelter for campers.
1559 ABC/BurlingameTrail Issued verbal warning 6/14/2017 10:15 AM
Talked with Bruce about his off leash dog on Burlingame Trail and the private land NE of Burlingame, along the Roaring Fork. He is not happy its private. ITS A RIVER!
8136 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/14/2017 10:00 AM
Be prepared with bug spray at Glassier! Upsetting amount of mosquitos..
1559 Burlingame/Deer Hill Everything great 6/14/2017 9:15 AM
OS check on Deer Hill. No Campers, 1 cow elk.
957 ABC/BurlingameTrail Followed-up on issue 6/14/2017 7:30 AM
Turned abandoned new Belgium cruiser "bait" bike into APD.
8136 Stein Trail Trails 6/13/2017 5:00 PM
Large tree down blocking primary access to Stein Trail beach area.
1838 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 6/13/2017 4:45 PM
Found a small camp at the end of the snowmass cemetery road in sky mountain park, near the cul de sac. Cleaned up a large piece of plywood and many empty beer cans. Unknown if the camp was still in use. Notified 243 about it and she was very appreciative and will have SPD officers check the area periodically.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 6/13/2017 4:30 PM
Spoke with Butch Zigurs (inventor of the "Biyak," and leader of 6/10 party with stranded boater). Zigurs plans to hike in and paddle out moored tan-and-green "biyak" (39.233492, -106.867866) tomorrow. Zigurs apologized for taking inexperienced and intoxicated boaters down the river. He stated that "didn't want to take them." I then spoke with Mike Wooten, owner of pinned red "biyak" (stuck at 39.226923, -106.863443 immediately below PW) and father of rescued boater. I agreed to email Wooten updated location info for his boat, and I requested that he and his son help clean up river debris produced by the wreck, when possible and safe. Wooten indicated he will recover boat once it washes ashore even if he has to "cut it into two pieces." Wooten is in contact with Aspen Whitewater to help keep tabs on the boat. It will likely wash downstream with rising water. Wooten thanked rangers for helping with the rescue on 6/10/17.
8135 Administration Special Event 6/13/2017 4:00 PM
Set up Ranger@pitkincounty.com email group that we can use to email full OST ranger crew. Voicemail messages from Ranger HQ phone will now be forwarded as audio file to this email group.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Whitewater 6/13/2017 4:00 PM
Water from the upper Roaring Fork normally diverted to Twin Lakes will be released into to the Roaring Fork beginning this evening adding to peak flows.
957 ABC/BurlingameTrail Followed-up on issue 6/13/2017 4:00 PM
Tagged cruiser bike left on ABC trail at Roundabout. Bike had been marked as "Bait Bike".
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 6/13/2017 3:45 PM
On the RGT just downvalley of Grange Way moved the strange rail found by 1837 completely off the trail and tagged noting that rangers will remove it in 24 hours if not cleaned up by owners.
1838 Glassier Open Space Trails 6/13/2017 3:00 PM
Opened both cattle gates on soft surface trail and chained open to fences
1838 Dart Conservation Easement Counters 6/13/2017 2:30 PM
Replaced trail counter at dart open space
957 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Called to scene 6/13/2017 10:30 AM
Two large trees down across Hunter Creek reported by hikers, 200 yards below Benedict bridge. Used silky hand saw to cut and clear.
1838 James H. Smith Open Space Counters 6/13/2017 10:00 AM
Removed wildlife camera and brought to Janet
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/13/2017 10:00 AM
North Star orientation for permitted guides (Aspen Kayak & SUP, Sun Dog, Elk Mtn., etc.). Good turn out and response.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/13/2017 10:00 AM
Large tree cut, mulched, and cleared from North Star take out, courtesy of Bill's crew.
957 Smuggler Mountain Found resource damage 6/13/2017 9:00 AM
Found smoldering fire ring near Robbie Wade platform. Used littered water bottle to help extinguish fully.
957 Marolt Open Space Called to scene 6/13/2017 8:00 AM
Called to check out aggressive deer near Marolt community garden. Called RP, no answer or reply. UTL.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 6/12/2017 6:00 PM
Huge tree down blocking North Star take out. Both chain saws in 108 would not work. Ted will send crew to help tomorrow.
957 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 6/12/2017 5:30 PM
Called Jim Ingram Aspen White Water to see if his crew was successful in removing biyak stuck in upper hells half mile. He reported no luck, hopeful non-diversion surge will free it.
957 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 6/12/2017 3:30 PM
Large tree down on RGT west side of Newbury Park. Trail cleared by forestry and trails crews. Forestry will chip and remove trunks tomorrow morning.
957 Stein/Red Butte Park Issued verbal warning 6/12/2017 1:30 PM
Observed Kiwi Adventure Ko with 4 vehicles (staff and guests) parked in Stein lot. Warned Scotty Gibsone of breach of permit.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 6/12/2017 11:00 AM
Visited site on Smuggler with 79 and Pitkin County Environmental Health. 55-gallon drum was full of fuel bottles, winter camping gear, etc. Large amount of Wilkonson-era trash to be cleaned - it will require a contractor crew.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 6/12/2017 11:00 AM
AWR pinned a raft at red biyak upstream of stein bridge. Multiple swimmers in the water and boaters stranded on same rock as biyak incident. 1838 updated dispatch and did some safety downstream. AWR guides did a good job freeing the raft and getting stranded boaters to shore safely.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 6/11/2017 5:00 PM
Harvested all downvalley trail counters except Crystal Trail. There are still a few upvalley counters that need to be collected - please take the dock with you on your patrols.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 6/11/2017 5:00 PM
Contacted SO to request a deputy to monitor the Northstar Wildlife Viewing Platform parking lot overnight. Merlin has been parked there pretty much all the time in white Cargo van with Texas plates. SO advised that there is not much they can do with new CO statutes regarding transients and camping.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 6/11/2017 5:00 PM
5:00pm Tagged site where someone has been sleeping on rim of Mills - beer cans/bottles of same type plus a flashlight. I gathered trash into pile and left a note about camping reg. and where to find HHS.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Dog Offense 6/11/2017 3:00 PM
3:00pm Educational contact with nice family regarding leash reg. in Grace-Shehi Bike Park.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 6/11/2017 1:45 PM
Assisted owner of kayak and his party in located lost boat and extrication ideas
1559 Marolt Open Space Called to scene 6/11/2017 1:00 PM
Responded to Castle Creek on reports of empty Kayak descending river. Paddler showed up eventually. Tracked Kayak down stream until it became stuck 400 yards downstream from Stein Bridge.
1838 Glassier Open Space Resource Damage 6/11/2017 12:30 PM
road leading up to trailhead is very eroded and may be impassable to emergency vehicles.
1838 Wingo Junction River Access Illegal Camping 6/11/2017 11:30 AM
Contacted SO about uhaul cargo van that has been parked by fishermans access by wingo ped bridge, south side of 82. Camping setup visible in back of van. 79 tagged vehicle. I contacted uhaul and they said van was rented from Glenwood and due back this afternoon.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Park use heavy 6/11/2017 9:15 AM
Notified both commercial and private boaters about line/ hazard river right above stein Bridge
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 6/11/2017 9:00 AM
9:00am Located illegal cache structure on Smuggler Mtn near intersection of Lollipop and 10th Mtn trails - originally reported by 76. Reported suspicious, potentially hazardous items (55-gallon drum of mystery liquid) to 11 and Environmental Health. Some evidence points to possible abandoned grow op? 1840 and I roped off area. I hope to revisit tomorrow with deputy and Environmental Health to make plan for safe clean up.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 6/11/2017 8:15 AM
Followed up on Biyak pinned above Stein Bridge. Boat Still there, but now there is a line running from river right shore to boat. Apparently owners got a passing kayaker to attach. Now it is a hazard again. Notified sheriff and rafting companies.
839 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Parking 6/11/2017 7:00 AM
Buell vehicles OKed by Ted to remain parked a few more days at bike park
8135 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Illegal Camping 6/10/2017 4:00 PM
4:00pm 76 passed along a report and showed me a photo of a small shack/gear cache structure built on Smuggler near 10th Mtn-Lollipop Trail intersections. This does not appear to be the same shack reported by 2220. I will follow up tomorrow with truck for clean-up. 76 has also volunteered to ride his dirt bike up Smuggler to assist 2220 with the search for the bandit cabin.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 6/10/2017 1:30 PM
1:30pm Staged with 1838 in area of Stein Falls while very unprepared group of 4 or 5 "Biyaks" floated river. The group made it over the falls, but several boaters looked to be in over their heads. One boater explained group was made up of "biyak"-inventor's friends and family. I followed group downstream, and ultimately called for swift water rescue when 30yo ETOH M in "biyak" wrapped his boat midstream near nasty strainer. Two good Samaritan boaters assisted, set up unsuccessful Z-drag pulley-system, and helped me establish upstream/downstream safety until AFD arrived. I yelled at the stranded boater, and convinced him to stay put. Many others, including 1838, 1837, and 1949 joined. AFD recruited one expert catarafter to rescue stranded man from rock. AFD was unable to winch "biyak" (two red kayaks joined together with oar frame) from rock. Please note it's likely boat will free itself as water rises early-mid week; unattended, wrecked boat floating down river may generate false alarms.
1838 Smuggler Parking Lot Patrol/Outreach 6/10/2017 12:30 PM
Was approached by Peter Paul in front of Fort Yukon who expressed how angry he is with Matt Frenzen (sp?) who won't leave his property. Also said that he thinks Frenzen is building some kind of structure near Sunnyside trail. Paul was very worked up about the situation and angry at Frenzen. Frenzen described as having a big beard, a leather brimmed hat and usually on a cruiser bicycle. He also borrows a flatbed truck sometimes.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Parking 6/10/2017 11:30 AM
11:30am 59 reported vehicles parked illegally on grass near McCloskey fenceline at HC Valley lot; 2220 responded to ticket.
8136 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Trails 6/10/2017 10:30 AM
Painted new volcanos near RFC on Basalt/mass close to "toilet bowl". These seem to be popping up frequently in the DV area. Keep your eyes peeled. When large ones appear, paint them, take photos, and send to PH&JA. We will want to forward these trail hazards to Ted for repair.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/10/2017 10:15 AM
VW. Talked to Dixie Abarca about having her yellow lab, Oliver, off leash on the Rio Grande Trail just upvalley from Stein Park. She said that Oliver cannot go to the bathroom on leash. She was rushed but compliant and I gave her the card that lists off leash areas around town.
1559 Rio Grande Park Issued verbal warning 6/10/2017 9:45 AM
Spoke with Andrew Pegle and wife about leash law on trails
1559 Rio Grande Park Issued verbal warning 6/10/2017 9:30 AM
Spoke with Matt Goldstein about leash requirements on trail system.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Illegal Camping 6/10/2017 9:00 AM
9:00am Spoke with 2220 at Aspen Ranger Station. He suspects Rodi Quitiquit is building a cabin on USFS land atop Smuggler (approx. 3 mi beyond OST property boundary). 2220 wants to check it out, but his ATV is broken. 2220 also said the number of camps on USFS land near town this summer has been out of control.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Everything great 6/10/2017 8:15 AM
Checked on water levels at Stein and Mill st bridge, determined trail closure not necessary.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 6/10/2017 8:00 AM
Responded to Swiftwater Incident 200 yards above Stein Bridge. Victim on rock, Biyak pinned.
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Issued verbal warning 6/09/2017 4:00 PM
Talked with dog owners at Herron Park about summer time rules regarding dogs
1559 Rio Grande Park Followed-up on issue 6/09/2017 3:30 PM
Dropped off abandoned bike from Glory Hole Park at the cop shop.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Issued verbal warning 6/09/2017 2:30 PM
Talked with Rachel Wolman and family about leash law. They thought it was a bit "kooky"
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Installed signage 6/09/2017 2:00 PM
installed new post and moved "no Parking 30 minute unloading" sign from post near road to entrance to Stein Park. Could County check if they ended up with any of the "no parking 30 min unloading" signs from the previous posts that were knocked down? Apparently we have no extras and making more will take some time.
1559 Rio Grande Park Everything great 6/09/2017 12:15 PM
Attended tours/ open house at APD HQ construction site.
1839 Emma Homestead Parking 6/09/2017 9:00 AM
Tagged a trailer parked in the Emma Schoolhouse parking lot.
839 Jaffee Park Resource Damage 6/09/2017 7:00 AM
Fence damage RGT at Stevens St Report from maintenance
839 Jaffee Park Training 6/09/2017 7:00 AM
Good orient with new ACES naturalists at Northstar
839 Jaffee Park E-bike Contact 6/09/2017 7:00 AM
Visited shops with flyer info, well received
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 6/08/2017 12:00 PM
Steven Delatorre walking on preserve. Lecture, referred to pitoutside, WW.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/08/2017 9:45 AM
Located 3 camps, 2 of which appeared active. Notified APD and received some conflicting info on weather we can force campers off our lands. Discussion with assistant city attorney and chief of police required.
957 Smuggler Mountain Installed signage 6/08/2017 7:30 AM
Finished repairing/reinstalling Iowa Shaft kiosk
1559 Smuggler Mountain Installed signage 6/08/2017 6:45 AM
Re-installation of Iowa Shaft sign board.
957 ABC/BurlingameTrail Everything great 6/07/2017 6:00 PM
800mhz radio training
1559 ABC/BurlingameTrail Double w/other officer 6/07/2017 6:00 PM
New Radio training, Entering The Void.
957 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/07/2017 3:00 PM
Tagged three camps/caches on south side Marolt with 1959.
957 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 6/07/2017 12:00 PM
Contact with cyclist concerning persistent bear on RGT near treatment plant. Passed info to 1839.
957 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/07/2017 11:00 AM
Continued educational contacts in Herron park to reduce dogs off leash
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 6/07/2017 11:00 AM
Tagged a gray Honda minivan parked between lower river road and the rio just upvalley from dart open space. I met the own and she obliged to move it on to her land.
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/07/2017 10:30 AM
Jen Malcom, DOL on Hunter creek. Lectured, and was compliant.
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 6/07/2017 10:30 AM
Black bear spotted on the Hunter Creek cut off.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 6/07/2017 9:30 AM
VW. Talked to Tim Mill about his small terrier off leash on the rio grande just upvalley from deer creek. Very friendly and lives nearby.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Meeting/Planning 6/06/2017 5:00 PM
5:00pm BL reports E-bikes are de facto permitted on City OS until further notice due to gap in regulations. E-bikes are still not allowed on OST (except for those with mobility impairments; single-track within OST is closed to all OPDMDs).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Commercial Permit Check 6/06/2017 5:00 PM
5:00pm Ben Moscona (ACRA photo competitor) called to ask if he could take a photo on Hunter Creek Cut-Off at the Iowa Shaft Mine tailing pile. I informed Ben his activity is allowed under the ACRA special event permit (ends Saturday), so long as he remains on OST land (not USFS) and follows standard regulations.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 6/06/2017 5:00 PM
5:00pm Bailed on RFOV project atop Sky MP due to lightening hazard - one strike is enough:
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 6/06/2017 4:30 PM
4:30pm Chatted briefly with the character we've been seeing around Stein Park - black jacket, black backpack, fannypack across his chest, tan, tattoos on his upper arms. We talked about the river, and he was sufficiently friendly. I haven't seen any evidence of camps anywhere from Jennie Adair down to Stein Bridge.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 6/06/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm Possible lightening strike on hiker reported on N. Rim Trail. Hiker walked down to TOSV, and reported being hit with glancing blow. 1838 was in the area at the time of close strike.
8135 Administration Dog Offense 6/06/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Submitted J. McDuffie citation to Court.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/06/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Spoke with journalist Lorenzo Semple on RGT near Post Office. Lorenzo expressed disgust with flagging and tape left from surveys, special events, and trail building. He was happy to hear we make event organizers clean up after themselves or levy a fine. This is the second person to complain about unnecessary flagging - let's make sure we keep an eye out for micro trash.
1838 Jaffee Park Maintenance 6/06/2017 9:45 AM
Porta pottys are in pretty bad shape. Called Mountain waste and recycling 970-963-3435 and requested service.
957 Rio Grande Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/06/2017 8:00 AM
Educational contact with Laura Heller. Heller parks car at Herron, allows dog to run to Rio Grande Park, claims to have done so for 10 years. Contentious contact, verbal warning.
8135 Lani White Trail Dog Offense 6/05/2017 4:30 PM
4:30pm Someone keeps ruining leashed - they hook leashes together, hike Lani White, and then dump them off covered in mud at the end, presumably after dragging the leashes behind dogs. Please crack down on leash draggers - it doesn't count as being leashed and wastes leashes (this time it ruined 5 of the 7 freebies).
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/05/2017 3:00 PM
Turned the heavy pedestrian traffic signs to face vehicle traffic on highway 82 by Northstar
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/05/2017 12:30 PM
Prepared a large FAQs/Common Scenarios reference document for ACES Naturalists, at Jim K.'s request. Please look it over and let me know how we can improve it.
1838 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Signage 6/05/2017 12:00 PM
Removed no bike park parking signs per Ted. Need to go back to remove 30 holer posts with tools
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Parking 6/05/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Ted says Buell's Wagoneer (parked for almost a week at Grace-Shehi Bike Park) is broken down and should be moved soon by owner.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 6/05/2017 8:30 AM
8:30am Patrolled all historic "camping" areas from Stein Bridge to Stein Park with 1838. No camps, despite recent observations of possible camper.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/04/2017 4:30 PM
DOL w/ Kerry Weber. Local who knows the regs. Lecture, referred to PitOutside, VW.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/04/2017 4:00 PM
VW. Talked to Eva Rojo about her dog, Tyke, being off leash on the Rio Grande just above Jaffee Park. She was compliant and had a leash.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 6/04/2017 3:00 PM
3:00pm Pink-tagged blue VW Golf (CO:KQW-167) parked in Wildwood fire lane. Informed driver vehicle info will be forwarded to USFS LEO. Min. fine is $125. Decent crowd at Wildwood and the Preserve, but most seem to be friendly and compliant.
1838 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 6/04/2017 2:30 PM
Contacted Jackie Daly (970)927-3896 who had put out the "park for party here" signs at Arbaney Kittle. She had the party the previous night. Talked with her about using public space for private events and gave verbal warning. Have contact info if want to go further.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Whitewater 6/04/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm Jim Ingram of Aspen Whitewater notified me of channel-wide strainer at Little Texas Lane. Jim reported tree had flipped rafts and had been cut by landowner. Jim's report was only partially accurate. 1838 signed Jaffee Park and began warning boaters. After much searching, I located a very large channel-wide downed pine on the upstream end of Pitkin Iron fishing access (1-2mi from Little Texas area). Tree appeared to have fallen naturally. I watched Blazing Adventures guides dangerously cut tree with chainsaw and attempt to move it with ropes and pulleys. River is now passable with skill, but a potentially deadly strainer covered in pointy cut branches still covers a third of the channel. I sent a photo and update to Aspen Whitewater.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/04/2017 2:00 PM
NSP was busy this afternoon. Most folks are versed in the shuttle system. With some guidance things were very smooth. We should turn the signs on either end of the take-out this week.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park User conflict 6/04/2017 1:00 PM
111 received second hand report that an off leash dog had attacked and injured a fox. Upon arrival, unable to locate fox or dog/owner.
1839 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 6/04/2017 1:00 PM
VW. Talked to Kristy Farrey on Hunter Creek trail just uphill of Benedict bridge about her lab, Jake, being off leash. She had a leash and was compliant.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 6/04/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am Spoke with homeowner Edgar at Wildwood trailhead. He is enjoying quiet days at the Preserve, and said he's heard some "screamers" tubing the river already. Very quiet morning - only two cars of SUPers at Wildwood. Beach is flooded. Rangers, please use Google Form to collect spot counts: https://docs.google.com/a/pitkincounty.com/forms/d/1mcjqJOdBWtFLcaJz3p5PcubcncIWbN32ZgdGiBDNiNk/viewform?c=0&w=1
8135 Castle Creek Trail Illegal Camping 6/04/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Called to the scene of camp/smoke report at Mile 3.0 on Castle Creek Rd. by PCSO. 79 discovered camp and lots of smoke due to inversion - no wildfire. As I suspected, camp belongs to Randy Alsup (and his girlfriend, "Marney"). Both Paul and Ted have given Alsup rides to/from this area. Alsup has camped near here in past years. I confirmed for 79 that the camp was on CCVR HOA property near the border of a CE, and not on public land. I cleared scene and 79 asked Alsup to move camp from private land.
1836 Dart Conservation Easement Written Warning 6/04/2017 9:30 AM
Nathan Moffate was running with DOL along the RGT. First offense, gave a written warning tho. Was compliant and leashed dog.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 6/04/2017 9:30 AM
VW. Ziggy was off leash on the side of the Rio Grande .5 miles upvalley from Gerbaz train cars. Suzie Krabacher was biking just ahead of him with a dog trailer carrying a chihuahua. I asked her whose dog ziggy is and she said the he lives with her but isn't her dog. She said that he gets out often and that he was following her. She was compliant and put ziggy in the trailer and biked him home.
1559 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 6/04/2017 9:30 AM
Repaired broken map board from Iowa Shaft area. Reinstallation next week.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 6/03/2017 5:45 PM
5:45pm Spoke with "Terry" who was setting up camper trailer (OR: YGT-235) at Picture Point pullout. I explained camping regs and he agreed to move camper to Intercept Lot for the night.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Training 6/03/2017 3:00 PM
3:00pm Successful patient extrication training on Highline Trail with Snowmass Fire. In event of an incident, command channel with Snowmass Fire will be TAC07.
8135 Arciero Trailhead Accident/Rescue 6/03/2017 12:30 PM
12:30pm Responded to code medical call for bike accident on RGT east of Arciero TH. Two Basalt ambis, 1837, 1838, 76, and myself responded. 1835 ran traffic control and interviewed witness - 66yo F hit freshly painted "volcano" and crashed (abraded elbow, possible fractured hip, head injury with broken helmet). Patient transported to VVH. Reported damaged trail hazard to Ted.
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 6/03/2017 11:30 AM
Responded to a motorcycle accident on lower river road. Arrived after the ambulance and Police had secured the scene. Helped with traffic control.
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 6/03/2017 11:30 AM
Patsy Tisch with DOL upper Hunter Creak. First offense, lectured and leashed dog.
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 6/03/2017 11:30 AM
Jess Taylor had DOL. Lectured and leashed dog. Was compliant. From Vail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Special Event 6/03/2017 11:30 AM
11:30am Community Pedaleando went off without a hitch. Many happy kids (and a Gary T.) out on bikes. Rangers volunteered as traffic marshals and coached kids on bike safety.
1839 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 6/02/2017 2:00 PM
Yogi the golden retriever got loose at wildwood. His dog sitter came by 10 minutes prior to tell me that he had escaped. She told me that his owners would be out of town until the 24th and to contact her if this happens again.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 6/01/2017 4:00 PM
4:00pm I've placed a box of promo schwag in the Ranger office for the Pedaleando event on 6/3. 1838, please bring these items DV on Saturday. OST Rangers -- please review 1838's EMS lesson of the week prior to the rescue drill on Saturday.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Commercial Permit Check 6/01/2017 12:30 PM
12:30pm Blazing Adventures is operating a staff swift water rescue training in river accessed by Wheatley Beach. No commercial use allowed on beach, but this seems to be OK, as long as neighbors or other visitors don't complain.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Parking 6/01/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm A gold Jeep Wagoneer (likely RO: Brian Bruell; CO:127-QZX) is parked in Grace-Shehi Bike Park lot with no one around. We should keep an eye on it.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Maintenance 6/01/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm The new BHS trailhead and Hooks Spur parking lot are looking close to completion. Basalt Whitewater Park access improvement is also in the works.
957 Parks Office Everything great 6/01/2017 11:00 AM
June counter harvest for COA
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Wildlife 6/01/2017 8:00 AM
8:00am Posted two wildlife cameras with Janet (at Redwind Point and Filoha-Narrows). Stopped in the Redstone General Store for a chat.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Fire 5/31/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm Biked about a mile past Red Mtn. Comms. Site on Smuggler Mtn Rd. to unofficial dispersed camp area in search of reported illegal structure (2220 requested we look around). UTL. On the return trip, I found a large smoldering campfire directly at the foot of the Comms. site. I had observed a black Suburban with a Rocketbox on top and CO plates, driven by a male with a Pit-mix in the passenger seat, pull out of the area on my uphill ride. As this is a common area to turnaround on upper Smuggler, I did not think to record the license plate. Two logs were crackling and flaring embers. I gave Dispatch my lat./long. and Aspen Fire OCO responded. I assisted Battalion 12 in dousing the fire. PCSO was unable to contact the driver I observed leaving the area. Let's keep an eye out for him returning to camp again.
1839 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 5/31/2017 11:45 AM
Tagged a blue outback at the takeout that was parked in the load/unload zone.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 5/31/2017 10:30 AM
I dropped off all OST Ranger VHF radios at Communications. Jeff E. should sell them, and return funds to the ranger program.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/31/2017 9:30 AM
Talked to Ben Brennan about his dog, Gracie, being off leash on the dirt path paralleling the rio grande trail just up valley from Jaffee Park. He received a citation on the rio grande by basalt high in January 2014. Lectured him on the leash laws of the rio grande trail and how the next infraction will warrant a 500$ citation. Very compliant and put on the leash that I gave him.
1836 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 5/30/2017 4:30 PM
Talked to a couple boaters in Jaffee and was informed their cars were broken into, and clothes and money stolen.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/30/2017 4:30 PM
4:30pm Verbal Warning: Luke Wampler for DOL (red heeler) at Mile 40.0. Very nice new dog owner. Referred to Pitkin Outside and referred to voice & sight control trails.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/30/2017 3:30 PM
3:30pm Encountered man with machete hanging from his belt in a black canvas sheath partially hidden by a baggy t-shirt (Approx. 20yo, W, M, clean-cut short blonde hair, aviator sunglasses). The man did not have a backpack, and he was hiking with a short female (Approx. 20yo, W, F, shorts, light color hair). I spoke with 1838 - this may be the same guy seen carrying machetes on the trail earlier in May. He did not look like a camper to me, just an over-prepared (or paranoid) hiker.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 5/30/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Followed up with Jim White (Integrity Plumbing). Jim took our complaint about a plumber driving down RGT very seriously. He took plumber out to the site and had him walk through what happened - we both agreed trespass did not seem intentional. I reiterated that Rangers will ticket for vehicle on trail, and Jim was very receptive.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 5/30/2017 8:00 AM
8:00am Tina and Laurie (242/243) of TOSV Animal Services/Rangers now have access to Ranger Mobile - welcome! They will use the database to aid cross-enforcement within Sky Mountain Park (primarily Viewline, Deadline, Seven Star).
839 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 5/29/2017 8:30 PM
USFS 2220 ticketed black jeep on Wildwood Ln, spur cached up driveway to Skokos residence
839 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/29/2017 8:30 PM
USFS FPO Ivanna is 2220's girlfriend !
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 5/29/2017 8:30 PM
I painted and reported several 2" plus volcanoes and one broken bollard VIGILANCE. For volcanoes really important.
1838 Sky Mountain Park Signage 5/29/2017 11:00 AM
Raised "No Dogs" sign at viewline gate on post
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/29/2017 10:30 AM
DOL w/ Kaitlin Getz. "First time in Aspen" and did not know regs. Lecture, referred to PitOutside, VW.
839 James H. Smith Open Space North Star Nature Preserve 5/29/2017 9:30 AM
the Nissan leaf 103 TIM that I tagged at James H gate left the tag shredded in pieces littered at the site. Suspect RO is Matt Shmigelsky of Carbondale
8136 Sky Mountain Park Signage 5/28/2017 2:00 PM
Removed "Moose in Area" signage from Viewline trailhead. "No Dogs" signage is too low on the post at this location. We should raise it to a more eye-level location.
1838 Glassier Open Space Parking 5/28/2017 12:30 PM
People starting to use the new hooks spur lot by accessing through daly property management gate. Hooks spur parking entrance is blocked by excavators. I spoke to folks and allowed them to use the new parking lot as it seems ready to use and hooks spur roadside parking was getting excessive.
1838 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Patrol/Outreach 5/28/2017 12:00 PM
Brian Buell and his crew are working to bring Grace Shehi bike park into usable condition. They are using a small backhoe. Approved by Ted.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Verbal Warning 5/28/2017 11:00 AM
Talked to Mari Lee and her family about their German Shepard, Tucker, being off leash. They had a leash and were friendly/compliant. Referred them to Pitkin Outside and gave them an Enjoying Aspen With Your Dog card.
1838 Arciero Trailhead Illegal Camping 5/28/2017 10:30 AM
Contacted owner of large RV parked at arciero parking lot after being called by Sherriff for complaints of overnight parking. License plate Colorado KQV-743. Owner understood she had to move. I helped her turn the large vehicle around in lazy Glenn and she left the area.
839 James H. Smith Open Space Parking 5/28/2017 10:30 AM
Parked at sign James H Smith Soler Nissan Leaf COLÓ. 103 TIM left pinkie
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/28/2017 10:00 AM
Talked to Adriano about his dog off leash at skull rock. He had a leash and was compliment. Thought this area was voice/sight control. I suggested areas that are voice/sight control that he could go to.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/28/2017 10:00 AM
Talked to Adriano Minniti about his dog off leash at skull rock. He had a leash and was compliment. Thought this area was voice/sight control. I suggested voice/sight control areas to him.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 5/26/2017 5:00 PM
Eric Hofmann with dog on Skyline Ridge. Accessed the park via Radar Rd. Eric works for a company out of Grand Junction that maintains the Radar tower. Lecture and citation.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 5/26/2017 4:45 PM
4:45pm Took call from Chris Johnson, local photographer, with questions about special use permits for photography. We talked at length about drones - like several of the other drone photographers I've spoken with, Chris has done extensive research on FAA regs and has strong opinions about drones. I informed him drones were prohibited on OST, and I directed him to Janet and our online permit application to apply for a photo permit.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 5/26/2017 3:45 PM
3:50pm Tagged black Landrover parked in Stein Park boat loading area. Kiwi guides got excited when they thought it was a ticket.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/26/2017 3:45 PM
4:00pm Contacted elusive owner of the tagged red Trek MTB - he is a boater who can't easily carry kayak and bike atop his BMW. We talked boating and came to an understanding about the bike - he will refrain from storing it overnight.
957 ABC/BurlingameTrail Campsite found/evicted 5/26/2017 2:00 PM
Spoke with Victor about complaints and conspicuous camping. Victor let me know he would move camp tomorrow.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 5/26/2017 2:00 PM
Attempted to serve Rodi Quitiquit regarding two dogs not in voice in sight control on Smuggler Mt Rd. Rodi was riding a dirt bike down Smuggler with a pit-bull and chocolate lab 5-8 minutes behind him. Negative contact at his (possible) residence. Will follow up.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 5/26/2017 2:00 PM
Attempted to serve Rodi Quitiquit regarding two dogs not in voice in sight control on Smuggler Mt Rd. Rodi was riding a dirt bike down Smuggler with a pit-bull and chocolate lab 5-8 minutes behind him. Negative contact at his (possible) residence. Will follow up.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 5/26/2017 1:30 PM
1:30pm City's HC Cutoff Trail kiosk and interpretive sign at Smug summit are still broken.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/26/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm Mosquito control contractors are working in North Star meadows - they are approved to do this on an annual basis.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 5/26/2017 12:00 PM
11:45am Pink-tagged Western Concrete Cutting, LLC. trailer (CO: 143-WFH) parked in North Lot.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) North Star Nature Preserve 5/26/2017 11:30 AM
11:30am Encountered some rough-looking Texans smoking and drinking in Wildwood lot. Introduced myself to a large group of animated little Wildwood students at the beach, and talked about what it's like to be a park ranger...
957 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/26/2017 11:30 AM
Contacted Seth Turok with 3 dogs off leash near Aspen Club on Ute trail. Very hostile, compared leash law to LBGQT law in North Carolina. Explained leash law and citizen survey calmly to Seth, able to get compliance. VW. Followed up by 1958 on phone
8135 Open Space & Trails Resource Damage 5/26/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Took call from Jesse Amary. Amary reported roof of a structure at the Bull Pen property blew off during high winds last night. He is interested in helping, and wanted to know our game plan. I connected Amary with Ted, Jeff, and Bill (all off-duty until Tuesday).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 5/26/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Janet forwarded cold report of Integrity Plumbing vehicle driving on RGT near Waterplace Apartments. I spoke at length with the RP (Daniel Pierce), and called the plumbing company to request a supervisor call me back ASAP. A supervisor had not called me back by 1700.
1839 Glassier Open Space Signage 5/26/2017 9:30 AM
1837 and 1840 placed two "this property is closed" signs on Alec's private driveway.
8136 Lazy Glen Open Space Signage 5/25/2017 3:00 PM
Installed general trail regs (old) and Dog Must Be Leashed/Clean Up Dog Waste (new) signs at LG fishermans parking area.
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Special Event 5/25/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm 1837 and I assisted other PitCo volunteers in HWY82 clean up from Mile 35.0-36.5 along Aspen Mass OS. Great turnout!
8135 Seven Star Ranch Dog Offense 5/25/2017 12:00 PM
12:30pm Responded to complaint of dog on Seven Star Trail. Two people were allegedly chasing off-leash dog. I biked up trail and spoke with RP, "Harry." Harry explained he had "read them [the dog owners] the riot act," and they had exited the park near N. Rim. This is at least the second time Harry has reported and confronted dog owners in Sky MP. We discussed OST-TOSV enforcement efforts, and he seemed satisfied. I gave him my card, and urged him to call rangers if he observes future dog violations. I also gave Harry the non-emergency dispatch number, as it seems he has used 9-1-1 to report dogs in closures on two past occasions.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Training 5/25/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Confirmed interagency trainings with Aspen HOPE center on psychiatric emergencies (5/30 @ 1200) and Snowmass-Wildcat Fire (Sky MP rescue drill, 6/3 @ 1500).
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 5/25/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Checked on Shale Bluffs camp with 75. Camp has been cleared. 75, like 11, voiced support for rangers having access to Pit Law.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 5/25/2017 10:30 AM
DOL w/ Wesley Brown near private road crossing on HCT prior to USFS land. Took DOL to play in stream and did not leash back up before continuing on the trail. First offense- Lecture, VW, PitOutside
8135 Administration Special Event 5/25/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am Approved Aspen Pro Cycling (small bike rides) and Aspen Historical Society (hikes and Jeep tours) special use permits.
8135 Administration Special Event 5/25/2017 9:00 AM
9:00am Met with ACRA regarding upcoming photo shoot (starts this weekend). ACRA did not apply for permit last year. OST required them to apply this year, waived fee, and required insurance coverage. I issued warnings to event photographers operating drone at Slaughterhouse Falls last year - ACRA has been given instructions to brief photographers on trail/open space regulations, and Janet included a warning that photos documenting code violations (like trespass in closures) may result in fine. Permit and insurance doc were signed by end of day.
1839 Emma Trail Written Warning 5/24/2017 10:00 AM
10:00 I gave Ms. Chavez a written warning about her black lab, Lucky, off leash. Marilyn said that the dog follows her on walks and belongs to one of her neighbors. I talked to her about the sensitive wildlife and agriculture in the area. I gave her a leash and she was complient.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 5/23/2017 5:00 PM
5:00pm Met with Laurie and Chief Olson to discuss OST-TOSV cross-empowerment for enforcement within Sky MP. Good meeting. Snowmass Police/Rangers can now write OST tickets and OST Rangers can now write TOSV tickets. Rangers, get checked off with 1835 before carrying TOSV tickets. 1836 & 1838 went through my orientation and now carry the tickets.
8135 Glassier Open Space Parking 5/23/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm 8 cars parked partially in Hooks Lane. Issue should resolve with new parking lot (looks like it will be finished soon). Little traffic on Glassier-Crown trail.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/23/2017 11:45 AM
1836 and 1838 put up 10 min loading zone signs at takeout, put in /takeout sign at South Gate river bank, and no parking on road sign at wildwood
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 5/23/2017 9:30 AM
9:00am Checked on Shale Bluffs camp with 11, 1836, and 1838. Camp seems to be untouched. 11 will contact CDOT, and he asked us to check back on the site with him on Thursday.
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 5/23/2017 8:30 AM
8:00am Returned call from 57 regarding camp on AJAX and left voicemail. Camp sounds like it may be above (city) Barbee OS.
1838 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 5/23/2017 8:30 AM
Victor back in his spot on ABC trail by hole 10
1838 Sky Mountain Park Counters 5/22/2017 10:15 AM
Collected 7 star and deadline counters
1838 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 5/21/2017 4:30 PM
Encountered staff from little nell conducting promotional photo shoot. See email.
1839 Smuggler Mountain Road Verbal Warning 5/21/2017 3:00 PM
15:00 Verbal Warning: Talked to Toni Cooper about not having her dog, Henry, within sight. I had to leash him and walk him back to her. Lectured her about not keeping her dog within sight. Cooperative and promptly leashed him with her own leash.
1838 Nancy's Path Trails 5/21/2017 2:00 PM
Locked the gate on Nancy's path
1838 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 5/21/2017 10:00 AM
836 and 838 joined 68 to check on camp in east underpass of airport ranch. Camp unoccupied but belongings still there. Looks like construction worker. Tagged and left contact info, will recheck along with deputy.
1838 Sky Mountain Park Counters 5/21/2017 9:30 AM
Cozy line trail counter reset and placed back in enclosure on trail
8136 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 5/20/2017 5:30 PM
Camp found at East end of highway 82 overpass. Did not make contact. Will follow up after discussing with 1839.
1836 Glassier Open Space Counters 5/20/2017 4:30 PM
Harvested the Glassier counters.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 5/20/2017 12:30 PM
Lori Reyes w/ DOL near Stein (sewer) falls. New dog owne. First offense. Lecture, VW, referred to pitkin outside
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/20/2017 10:30 AM
Talked to Keith Goode about having Abbie off leash. Very nice and compliant. Admitted that he knew better.
8136 Glassier Open Space Written Warning 5/19/2017 4:00 PM
Ben Aley w/ dog in closed area. Claimed to not know regulation. Turned around when confronted by a hiker passing by. I confirmed that statement with the joker. Accessed Glassier from gate directly across from homestead. No signage at this point indicating it can be used as an access. Also no general regulations/info posted.
1839 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/19/2017 10:30 AM
Trimmed some down trees on hunter creek and Lani White trails
1836 Crystal Trail Counters 5/18/2017 4:00 PM
Harvested Crystal Trafx
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 5/18/2017 4:00 PM
Fixed missing Rio Grand Trail sign by the railroad cars.
1836 Avalanche Creek/Tarr OS Signage 5/18/2017 4:00 PM
Changed out the Tarr seasonal signage.
1838 Jaffee Park Parking 5/17/2017 5:00 PM
Pink tagged the beat up Toyota Camry license CO 196-YJL that has been parked during the day at Jaffe for the past number of days
1838 Seven Star Ranch Trails 5/17/2017 2:00 PM
1836,1838,1839 cut up barbed wire on seven star trail and moved to fenced off study area for later removal
839 Seven Star Ranch Trails 5/16/2017 8:00 PM
Matt Donnely reports 3 strand barb wire strung across lower 7 star trail 12" high, he believes mal-intent. I inspected and determined elk had become entangled and pulled it across trail. Much work to mitigate hazard.
839 Seven Star Ranch Wildlife 5/16/2017 8:00 PM
Tall grey moose seen about 1/2 way up viewline tr mid morning.
1838 Administration Trails 5/16/2017 5:30 PM
Fixed trail counter dock, should be good to go now.
1839 Sky Mountain Park Signage 5/16/2017 2:30 PM
Posted a "Beware of moose" sign at the viewline gate after biker spotted a large female on the trail.
1839 Seven Star Ranch Trails 5/16/2017 2:30 PM
1839 and 1840 gathered barbed wire along the seven star trail below the switchbacks after a complaint was made. There still is some wire mangled on the highway 82 side of the trail that needs to be cut with bolt cutters.
1838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 5/16/2017 1:45 PM
Large flatbed trailer license CO XKQ-906 parked in smuggler day use only lot. Pink tagged.
1839 Brush Creek Trail Signage 5/16/2017 12:00 PM
Replaced the no dogs allowed signs with dogs on leash signs.
1838 Sky Mountain Park Trails 5/16/2017 9:00 AM
All Sky MP and seven star trails opened for the season
1838 Brush Creek Trail Signage 5/15/2017 4:45 PM
Removed the seasonal dog closure sandwich boards from the brush creek trail
1838 Sky Mountain Park Signage 5/15/2017 4:00 PM
1838 and 1839 opened the gate at the bottom of the deadline trail and updated signage
839 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 5/15/2017 2:30 PM
Gail Braun, Lack of site control leading to unwitnessed dog waste offense. Cited
1838 Glassier Open Space Signage 5/15/2017 11:00 AM
1838 and 1839 rode buckhorn to glassier trail and opened all seasonal closures and updated signage. Restored the arrow signs showing the way to the bike trail.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 5/14/2017 5:00 PM
I have painted the plastic bollard hazards at int of RGT and WCT turn off and Raceway rd.
8136 Sheriff's Office Illegal Camping 5/14/2017 4:30 PM
Received a call from APD #141 regarding a camp near T-Lazy 7 on Maroon Crk rd. I referred him to SO.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/14/2017 12:45 PM
DOL with James Young. New dog owner - did not know regs. Lecture, VW, referred to PitOutside.
8136 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Verbal Warning 5/14/2017 11:30 AM
DOL with Nancy Paschal. Very near Fisherman's parking area. Went back to vehicle to get leash. Lecture, VW, referred to PitOutside.
1838 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 5/13/2017 4:30 PM
Victor still on ABC trail by maroon creek roundabout and hole 10 of golf course. Had passes by and saw APD CRO vehicle parked near bus stop earlier in the day so maybe they are in contact with him. Every time I passed by he has been asleep, so I wonder if he is in poor health.
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/13/2017 3:15 PM
Encountered white male, late 20s or early thirties, 5'8" -5'10" heading up hunter creek trail with lots of camping gear in a backpack. Looked like he was going somewhere to spend the night. Did not contact because he had at least 2 machetes on his belt. Possibly someone to be on the lookout for in the area if a camp is found.
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/13/2017 2:45 PM
Hank Reardon with small husky Kale off leash on hunter creek trail. Swears he is not the other Hank Reardon in our system. Verbal warning.
1839 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 5/13/2017 2:45 PM
Talked to Elizabeth White about her dog, Ayla, being off leash on Stein Bridge. She was carrying a leash and claimed that she didn't think Stein trail was a leashed area and that she had Ayla on leash on Rio Grande. I lectured her about the leash policy and she was very compliment.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 5/13/2017 12:30 PM
12:30pm Encountered Tom Joder, landowner adjacent to Glassier, in closure near base of closed Glassier-Crown trails. Joder was working on the ditch (which is OK) and complained about how "crowded" the area has become.
8135 Nancy's Path Patrol/Outreach 5/13/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Opened Nancy's Path gate for Cerise cows.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/13/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Trained new rangers on time sheets and set up "dynamic" talk group list for all OST 800 MHz radios. We can now hear all local LEO and EMS talk-around channels (but not Pit Law/Fire).
1838 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 5/13/2017 8:00 AM
Saw victor camped and sleeping on the ABC trail again fri night and sat morning. By hole 10 on the golf course.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Maintenance 5/12/2017 3:30 PM
3:30pm Construction at RGT trailhead @ BHS is coming along nicely.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Special Event 5/12/2017 3:30 PM
3:30pm Maroon Bells gate is open and Maroon Creek Rd. is plowed to the top. Welcome Spring.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 5/12/2017 3:30 PM
Large trailhead signage missing at RGT and Gerbaz intersection (near RR cars)
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 5/12/2017 3:30 PM
Bollard bases could be repainted at Raceway Rd/RGT, and Woody Creek turn off for WCT. Next time someone is passing through with a vehicle.
1838 Seven Star Ranch Patrol/Outreach 5/12/2017 2:30 PM
2 trucks parked at picture point pullout on brush creek rd. Seems to belong to workers working on the ditch- no one around to contact.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 5/12/2017 2:30 PM
2:30pm Observed whitewater guides using chainsaw to cut strainer from river at approx. RGT Mile 37.0 - I forwarded ob to 1839. It seems like the guides are doing us a favor by removing the hazard.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 5/12/2017 2:30 PM
2:30pm Red MTB is locked up in trees at Stein Park. If still there on Monday, please cut lock, leave note, and give bike to APD.
1838 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/12/2017 2:00 PM
Contacted "Ari" from Finland parked in a camper van next to brush creek trail. Aided him with finding a lace to hike with Pitkin Outside and oriented to the area. Somewhat of a language barrier. Very nice fellow driving across the western US.
8135 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 5/12/2017 1:30 PM
1:30pm Patrolled trails with 1837 upstream from where Jaffee River Trail ends on suspicion of possible camp(s). UTL.
8135 Stein Trail Penalty Assessment 5/12/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm Cited Justin McDuffie for DOL on Stein Trail. Third contact. I issued McDuffie a written warning and referred him to Pitkin Outside for easy dog regs. info back in March. Warning and lecture evidently did not work.
839 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/12/2017 11:30 AM
Site visit on Hunter ck crossing of Salvation Ditch with Mgr Michael Kiernan. We are clear on mutual expectations when heavy equuipment returns in late October (see report pending in Incidents)
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/12/2017 11:00 AM
FYI for City rangers... OST has migrated to 800 Mhz radios. We can no longer hear Red Mtn traffic. EMS calls will be simul-cast on Pit Muni, but all law enforcement traffic will go unheard. City rangers can contact OST rangers using AJAX, which is patched through to the ES1 talk group. OST rangers have set up our new radios to "scan" ES1 to pick up AJAX traffic. More info on radio operations available here: https://sites.google.com/pitkin911.org/radiotraining
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Park permit check 5/11/2017 9:00 AM
Aspen 82 filming interview without permit in Koch Park. Contacted with Kirsten from CoA permits
957 North Star/James H. Smith Everything great 5/10/2017 5:30 PM
Heron walk with Roaring Fork Conservancy. Elk made surprise appearance.
1838 Administration Training 5/10/2017 3:00 PM
All rangers trained on 800 MHz radios
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Vandalism 5/10/2017 1:00 PM
Cleaned up broken glass from shattered roadside mirror (owned by HOA) next to uppermost Smuggler dog pot. I found a large rock sitting atop glass - seems to be the culprit.
839 Brush Creek Trail Maintenance 5/10/2017 12:00 PM
2 x laborers and trucks at picture point working on lining Pioneer Sogs ditch per Pete Rispoli , will work there several weeks
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 5/10/2017 11:45 AM
Contacted Gloria Christal on RGT near stein park with small gold dog "izzy" off leash. She says she just moved to the area and was unaware of the rules. Verbal warning.
1836 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 5/10/2017 11:00 AM
Tagged the red Trek bike in Jaffee parking lot, starting they have 48hrs to move it
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 5/10/2017 11:00 AM
Did interview with Sam Johnson (Summer in Aspen publication) regarding dog rules and issues in upper Valley.
957 Glory Hole/Ute Ave Trail Found vandalism 5/10/2017 10:30 AM
Glory Hole park sign stolen for second time this year.
839 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/09/2017 11:00 AM
Removed large aspen blow down from Hummingbird Tr
839 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/09/2017 11:00 AM
Rode hummingbird trail. In good condition
839 Moore Open Space Trails 5/09/2017 10:00 AM
Removed RockArt "no bikes" sign at Alberta Moore drive
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Written Warning 5/08/2017 12:30 PM
12:30pm Written Warning: Maureen Poschman for no voice & sight control. I caught and leashed her white lab on lower Smuggler and returned to owner with lecture. Dog was sweet with people, but spooky with other dogs. Poschman understands next contact will likely be a $100 ticket.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Written Warning 5/08/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Observed Chuck Alden dump yard waste off edge of North Lot on North Star Preserve and leave area. I followed Alden's truck to his residence near Mollie Gibson Park and escorted him back to the Preserve for a clean up. Alden was very cooperative and embarrassed. I informed Alden yard waste can be dropped off at the county landfill. Written warning + clean up.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 5/07/2017 3:00 PM
3:00pm Took call about camp above Koch Lumber Park. City rangers were off-duty. Tagged camp with 840 and 105. Left HHS resource sheet. I tagged items from this camp in the winter (camouflage duffels under a tarp and a REI backpack). There was trash (MRE wrappers, etc.) and some kind of portable heater, which 105 deemed to be a fire hazard.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/07/2017 1:00 PM
Talked to Teresa McGovern and Blue Heeler "Rowdy" on the Rio Grand Trail just west of the intersection with the hunter creek trail. She had a leash and leashed Rowdy. We have seen Rowdy off leash before with his owner Anthony Tadaro, Aspen 76.
1839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/07/2017 12:30 PM
Talked to Kim Master about her two dogs off leash just east of Stein Falls. She had two leashes and was very cooperative and understanding.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 5/07/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Amended 838's note on the red Trek cycle stashed in trees near Stein Park picnic table informing owner bike will be considered abandoned if not removed within 24hrs.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Wildlife 5/07/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am 840 and I had a long chat with Charlie Houpton just inside the JHS heron closure. Charlie has been monitoring the rookery for decades and is involved in developing a bird viewing blind on the property as a memorial for his wife. I got Charlie to agree to park on opposite side of HWY 82 (he was parked illegally today) and requested he view herons from outside closure. Charlie mentioned his intent to cross the river to scout a location for a potential heron camera -I informed Charlie he needed OST permission to enter closures. I've spoken with Charlie about the same issues in the past.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 5/07/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am 76 and 11 checked on reported camp near Little Cloud OS. I chatted with 76 afterwards. There is a bedroll near the old wire spools/mine debris on private land (site of old Olson camps). I forwarded info to City OS, and offered to help PCSO patrol area if necessary.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 5/07/2017 9:45 AM
Karen Hillebrand with DOL in zero tolerance area of RGT near Basalt High. Please see report. G:\Ranger Folder\RANGER ENFORCEMENT\RANGER REPORTS 2017\HILLEBRAND 5-7-2017
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Trails 5/07/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Brushed in social trail east of Wildwood parking lot with 840.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 5/07/2017 9:00 AM
Changed signage to dog on leash area from the seasonal closure at Wheatley Beach.
1839 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/06/2017 2:30 PM
Talked to Steve Comealu about his three off leash dogs just above the private road. He had three leashes and was polite/cooperative.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 5/06/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm Chatted with Lang (Elk Mtn Expeditions) in Stein Park about strainers, river guiding, and swift water rescue. Lang offered to bring rangers in on certified swift water rescue class. He also said the biggest need guides have during rescues is traffic control along the trail and coordinating with other first responders. He appreciates our help, and offered his assistance on anything related to the river.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/06/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm Cut trees on 10th Mtn Trail. New saws work great. No downed trees on BTS - UTL.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/06/2017 11:15 AM
Tagged red trek mountain bike locked in stein picnic area. Have seen this bike here multiple days.
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 5/05/2017 2:30 PM
Cut and removed down tree from Upper Hunter Creek trail.
1836 James H. Smith Open Space Signage 5/05/2017 2:30 PM
Put up "closed" sign, and removed sign from flood zone.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Training 5/04/2017 9:00 PM
840 and 836 underwent thorough orientation with 839, Basalt, Emma Tr Lower RGT, BHS area to Arciero.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/04/2017 9:00 PM
823,838,840 al p-card -ed and oriented
8136 East of Aspen Trail Verbal Warning 5/04/2017 2:30 PM
DOL with Sean Rosen. Just moved/new to Aspen. First offense, lecture, and VW.
1558 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/04/2017 12:30 PM
Talked to Michael David Cook re: 2 DOL yellow labs. I mentioned that a dog had been killed at a nearby intersection a few years ago. "That was my dog." Some lessons remain unlearned.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 5/04/2017 12:00 PM
DOL with Cheryl Rushenberg. Tourist. Did not read signage. First offense, lecture, and VW.
1839 Emma Homestead Parking 5/04/2017 11:45 AM
White jeep Cherokee pioneer license plate CO 574-YHA parked at trail lot for extended period of time. Left a tag on the windshield.
8136 Stein Trail Verbal Warning 5/03/2017 3:30 PM
DOL with Jessica Baer at Stein ped bridge. Polite and cooperative. Hikes from Burgame Trail unaware of leash law. Referred to signage, lecture and VW
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 5/03/2017 3:00 PM
DOL with Alexa Buis at Duffy's Wiggles. Not from area. Lecture and VW.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 5/03/2017 3:00 PM
68 responded to call of vehicle on Rio grande trail by shady lane. 837 responded via bike from mm 38 on RGT, 838 and 840 responded from hunter creek trail. UTL vehicle or driver.
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 5/03/2017 2:30 PM
Megan Oguin had two dogs, one off leash. 838 contacted her on lower hunter creek trail and gave verbal warning. She later ran into 839 and 840 higher up on the trail and same dog was off leash again. 839 gave stern verbs warning. White older pitbull.
839 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 5/03/2017 2:30 PM
Contractor installed flames in Salvation Ditch and dragged ditch bank and trail approach to Salvation foot bridge. 839 will file report.
839 Hunter Creek Trail Training 5/03/2017 2:30 PM
840 oriented to Smuggler Hunter loop by 839 . Not Hummimgbird and above 10th mountain trail
957 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Campsite found/evicted 5/03/2017 1:00 PM
Campsite remnants removed with 1958 from bench on Barber OS.
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/03/2017 10:30 AM
DOL with Patsy Kurkulis and black pig Frank. Compliant with VW.
957 Campus/Moore Properties Followed-up on issue 5/03/2017 9:00 AM
Discussed issue of human waste in recycle can at Islen field by ARC with campus staff. Keep eyes out for potential camp in Maroon Creek canyon and around campus
1836 Seven Star Ranch Signage 5/02/2017 2:30 PM
Put up season outreach signs at Seven Star Ranch
1836 Aspen Valley Ranch/Red Canyon Trail Signage 5/02/2017 2:30 PM
Took down trail closed signs and put up directional signs
1836 Sky Mountain Park Signage 5/02/2017 2:30 PM
Put up seasonal closure sign at the view line trail gate.
1839 Dart Conservation Easement Signage 4/30/2017 3:00 PM
Removed seasonal dog closure signage from both sides of Dart Open Space.
1836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/30/2017 2:30 PM
DOL 100 yards west of Stain Park. Marry Dominic, walking her sons dog.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/30/2017 1:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Phillip Bogdanovich with DOL just leaving Stein Park heading East. Directed to signage, lecture and VW.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/30/2017 12:30 PM
Verbal Warning: Darcy Weissenborn with 2 DOL at Duffy's Wiggles on RGT. Lecture and VW.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/30/2017 11:00 AM
Verbal Warning: Taylor Clancy. DOL at Woody Creek section of RGT. First offense. Lecture and VW.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Issued verbal warning 4/29/2017 11:15 AM
Spoke with Steve Jaworski about leash use on trails around the ARC and ensured leash use and poop disposal on Moore OS
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 4/28/2017 3:00 PM
Took down mountain lion signage from Stein Park and intersection of RGT and Jaffee Liason trail.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/28/2017 1:30 PM
Down tree (1.5' diameter) on HC Cutoff. Approx 0.2 miles up from the intersection of HCT and HC Cutoff.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/28/2017 11:00 AM
Lily Shulman DOL on RGT approx. mm41. Lecture and directed to PitkinOutside. First offense. VW.
8136 Open Space & Trails Signage 4/28/2017 9:00 AM
Set aside "No E-Bikes" signage in lock-up.
1836 Hunter Creek Trail Fire 4/26/2017 2:30 PM
Large campfire found in the uppermost parking lot of Hunter Creek. Removed ash and burned wood.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 4/26/2017 9:00 AM
10:00am Spoke with Jerry of Aspen Productions (917-837-7356). The company is permitted (by the City) for a photoshoot in Mollie Gibson Park on 4/30 or 5/4 for 1-2hrs. After consulting with Janet and BL, I approved Jerry to parallel park one motorhome on the east-end of the lower Smug lot (and Park himself in with 1-2 SUVs parked parallel to the motorhome). I asked Jerry to stage other vehicles at the West Buttermilk Lot. Jerry assured me he would limit his footprint and respect hiker parking/access.
8135 Lani White Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/25/2017 3:00 PM
3:00pm Removed tagged chairs from "teepee" and stored in lock up. "Teepee" was already removed when we arrived.
1836 Seven Star Ranch Signage 4/25/2017 2:30 PM
Put a "trail closed" sign on a sandwich board at the beginning of Seven Star.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 4/23/2017 3:30 PM
3:30pm Monitored call regarding dirt bikes on trail behind BHS - I confirmed with Dispatch that the dirt bikes were on two-track road behind school and not on OST land. Law response got sidetracked by multiple EMS calls elsewhere in Basalt. UTL.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 4/23/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm Verbal Warning: Liza Bakken for DOL (young lab, "Charlie") on HC near ditch crossing. First warning, although I've warned her husband in the past. I referred Liza to Pitkin Outside and reviewed the leash law - she lives at base of Smuggler and should be familiar with the rules.
8135 Lani White Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/23/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm Tagged chairs at "teepee" below LW trail. I requested chairs be removed within 24hrs - they've been here for months. Someone cut yarn off the "teepee" since last time I visited the area.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 4/23/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Took call from Dispatch about E-bike regulations for RGT. I explained E-bikes are prohibited on all County trails, excluding use for people with mobility impairments (and then the E-bikes must be >50lbs and have no throttle). 121 followed up with RP.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Closed Area 4/23/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am Educational contact with, "Will," a mountain biker at the Seven Star Trail closure sign. Will turned around at sign before he saw me, but I outreached him to make sure he was well-informed of local closures. Will was very cooperative and stated he did not intend to break any closures. I referred him to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 4/22/2017 3:00 PM
3:00pm Educational contact with woman walking two large leashes huskies in seasonal Brush Creek dog closure (lifts 5/16). She had parked at Picture Point and crossed the road to the trail without encountering a sign. She only made it fifty feet before I contacted her.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Commercial Permit Check 4/22/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm Extra polite interaction with guide E. Skarvan and client. All good.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Written Warning 4/22/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm Written Warning: Itzhak Vardy for DOL (new border collie) on RGT @ Gold Butte. I've spoken with Vardy many times on Smuggler. I gave him a written warning, referred to Pitkin Outside, and lectured about wildlife concerns (he gave me the off-season excuse...).
1559 ABC/BurlingameTrail Found resource damage 4/22/2017 12:30 PM
Located damaged fencing on ABC Trail near golf course under pass and also on Old Stage Trail. Passed along to trails.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 4/22/2017 11:30 AM
11:30am Additional info on the camps I helped 1959 tag... items in Marolt Wetlands likely belong to Randy Alsup, and items in historic river camp belong to camper from Stein Park/Confluence area.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Closed Area 4/22/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am Outreached family unloading bicycles across road from Seven Star Trail access. The group looked they wanted to bike into closure. I spoke with the father and informed him of closure boundaries - he claimed to be unaware. I referred him to Pitkin Outside.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 4/22/2017 9:30 AM
Checked on historic Marolt camping spot by river with 835. Found fresh backpack and belongings; tagged.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 4/22/2017 9:00 AM
Called to scene of probable camp at bench between Marolt Housing and museum on Open Space. Rolled up belongings and tagged for removal.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 4/22/2017 8:00 AM
80-100 elk on Sky MP. Another 100 or so in area of Chaparral Ranch.
839 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 4/21/2017 3:00 PM
Tagged well cached camping gear that was stashed on knoll under brush. also a duffle near by. Must check on Monday noon for removal
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 4/21/2017 12:00 PM
networked with Mile Gurtler BLM rec planner 876-9068 who wanted to work with us on the RGT Rock Bottom gate , directed > Brett Meredith
839 Aspen Mass Trail Illegal Camping 4/20/2017 12:00 PM
SO 76 reports vehicle dumped on Amass OS, in reality it is on CDOT on west end of intercept lot
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Wildlife 4/20/2017 12:00 PM
Moose reported by Brandon Silver on RGT on Sunday west of RR cars at Gerbaz way, No other reports.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/19/2017 2:30 PM
Emily Jamieson. DOL on RGT near Skull Rock. Friendly and cooperative. VW.
957 Marolt Open Space Issued verbal warning 4/19/2017 12:45 PM
Vern Twombly warned for dog off leash west side of Marolt bridge. Compliant.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 4/17/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Returned call from 110 regarding abandoned camp near the Aspen Club. I had tagged this camp earlier with 120. APD is cleaning up site. 120 also spoke with Chambers (moped operator from yesterday) - he now knows it is a violation to drive motor vehicles on City trails. Chambers is an attorney, and stated he would argue about policy with City Attorney.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Verbal Warning 4/16/2017 4:00 PM
4:00pm Contacted Aaron Chambers and friend on Stage Road. I had previously observed Chambers driving a moped on Old Stage Trail. 110 had looked, but was unable to locate Chambers. Chambers was very argumentative, and wanted to debate what qualifies as an E-bike. I lectured him on the minutiae of local authority to set OPDMD regulations, and I warned Chambers he would receive a ticket from a City ranger if he used a motor vehicle on City trails again. Not a pleasant guy, but the conversation ended well enough. I turned Chambers contact info over to 110, so APD could follow-up.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 4/16/2017 3:30 PM
3:30pm Spotted a camp across the river from RGT on Red Butte OS. No city rangers were on duty, so I tagged the camp with 110. "Camp" consisted only of large tarp. I also tagged a backpack (same pack from the camp I tagged at the confluence of Maroon Creek-RF Creek). We will need to talk to this camper face-to-face to communicate message effectively.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 4/16/2017 2:30 PM
2:30pm Verbal Warning: David Deep for DOL ("Stella") on RGT near Stein Park. Deep is Gette's neighbor, and he knows the rule. He was apologetic and got scolded by his wife. I would've given him a written warning, but my pen died! I lectured him about winter wildlife and warned him next contact would likely be a citation.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 4/16/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm Contacted mountain biker at gated access to Glassier OS trail (on RGT). I informed him property was closed until May 16th and asked him to spread word that closures are enforced with tickets. The cyclist stated he couldn't "afford a ticket." I offered to answer questions and referred him to Pitkin's Outside, but the guy wasn't interested in further conversation.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 4/16/2017 12:00 PM
1:00pm Bought bike parts at Basalt Bike & Ski - used the opportunity to spread reminder about local trail closures. Super nice folks.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 4/16/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Educational contact with mother-daughter pair of hikers walking DOL on Highline near Viewline gate. I reminded them about TOSV leash law and referred them to Pitkin Outside for closure info.
8135 Lani White Trail Resource Damage 4/15/2017 3:30 PM
3:30pm I think it is time to deal with the "teepee" below LW Trail. It is artistic, but it's been there for months and now features stashed camp chairs. I tagged the chairs and left a note about violating our conservation easement. I will follow up with 839.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/15/2017 3:00 PM
3:00pm The creek is just starting to flood HCT.
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 4/15/2017 2:30 PM
Camp remians (tent, jackets, bags) removed from site between Midland and Little Cloud trails. Stored in contractor bag in city ranger truck bed.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/15/2017 2:30 PM
2:30pm Fielded questions from a hiker on HCT about Sky MP trail conditions - I made it clear the park was closed until 5/16. The guy said he was "itchy" to get on the trails, but didn't want to "mess with elk." I referred him to Pitkin Outside and asked him to spread the word about the habitat closure.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Verbal Warning 4/15/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm Educational contact with woman walking minuscule DOL - I had her leash up and cautioned her about big bad North Star coyotes.
957 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 4/15/2017 2:00 PM
Camp remains (comforter, pillows, blanket) removed from camp by Castle creek. In contractor bag in back of city ranger truck
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 4/15/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm Spent some time monitoring the Glassier OS habitat closure (from just uphill of the wildlife camera). Came up empty.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Closed Area 4/15/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Observed a woman running up Seven Star Trail (near Horse Ranch HOA) with a large off-leash Mastiff. She turned around before reaching the closure sign, and I was unable to contact her.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 4/15/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Contacted two men in a white lifted-Tacoma parked at end of Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd. beyond closed gate. The two evidently closed the gate behind them. Situation was a bit suspicious, and my radio did not work inside Hidden Valley. Driver stated he was just making a phone call. I saw no bikes or evidence they were planning to hike into closure. They began to leave once they saw me.
957 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 4/14/2017 4:00 PM
Checked on camp by Castle Creek with 105. Campers have moved on, only scant trash left, will retrieve with truck tomorrow.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 4/14/2017 3:00 PM
3:00pm Patrolled the Viewline access to Sky MP closure. Educational contact with friendly Argentine on TOSV's Highline Trail walking DOL.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Illegal Camping 4/14/2017 12:30 PM
12:30pm Assisted 1957 and 120 in locating a camp on Silver Lining Ranch near trail upstream of Ute Park - large tent and crate of belongings. 120 contacted two campers 120 left a note and I left an HHS resource tag.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Fire 4/14/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am Monitored call for wildfire at City OS archery range/Cozy Pt. Ranch caused by "smoldering pile of hay." One brush truck had the fire extinguished by 10:22am.
957 ABC/BurlingameTrail Found vandalism 4/13/2017 4:30 PM
20+ 'M-98' firework wrappers found. Will keep an eye out as fire danger increases.
839 Glassier Open Space Dog Offense 4/13/2017 3:00 PM
Holsinger called in two DOLs on Glassier boneyard, I was able yo apprehend, leash and return to searching owner Michelle Payne, fined for one warned for one
839 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 4/13/2017 1:30 PM
Gouch gone, I scoured area for other camps to no avail
957 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 4/12/2017 1:45 PM
Found campsite next to Castle creek, same spot as years prior. Real tree camo tarp hides it very well. Placed red tag to vacate in 48 hrs.
957 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 4/12/2017 11:30 AM
Found campsite just south of Midland trail. Seems abandoned, mail belonging to Randall Alsup. Placed red tag to vacate in 48 hrs.
957 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Parking issues 4/12/2017 11:00 AM
Construction parking by Ashley Concrete Structures filling up parking at Ute park. Red tagged three vehicles (849-KPQ, QPC-426,661-QCN)
957 East Aspen Trail Followed-up on issue 4/12/2017 10:00 AM
Aggressive moose interaction reported by Austin Weiss. Installed warning signage on East of Aspen and Ute Trails
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 4/11/2017 3:00 PM
3:00pm Tagged campsite at the confluence of Maroon and RF has been tidied and vacated. Tagged food cache is still sitting near Stein Bridge.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 4/11/2017 1:30 PM
1:30pm Still no evidence of trespass at Viewline gate. Highline Trail is definitely getting consistent traffic. The trails are drying, and it will only be a matter of time before we have issues.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 4/11/2017 1:30 PM
1:30pm Big hatch of mosquitoes at Sky MP. I spoke with several people who've picked up ticks on Aspen trails as well.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/11/2017 12:30 PM
12:30pm Picked up 100+ freshly minted OST trucker caps.
8135 Emma Trail Maintenance 4/11/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Checked RGT and Emma Trail near Pitkin-Eagle line for "big downed tree" reported by RFTA. UTL.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Wildlife 4/11/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Watched a road cyclist - through no fault of his own - spook a herd of mangy-looking cow elk on Dart. This is a good reminder that wildlife are stressed coming out of the snowy months.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Issued verbal warning 4/11/2017 10:00 AM
Contacted a gentlaman "Bruce" at Stillwater Bridge fishing just upstream from bridge. Informed him of regulations regarding fishing in NS Preserve and directed him to other options. Valid fishing license.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/09/2017 5:00 PM
5:00pm Ordered equipment for incoming new rangers.
8135 Stein Trail Signage 4/09/2017 3:30 PM
3:30pm Reset U-post with dog leash sign on east end of Stein Trail.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 4/09/2017 2:30 PM
2:30pm Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd. is now passable to the turnaround. I righted the fallen closure sign and left the gate dummy-locked.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Illegal Camping 4/09/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm Patrolled riverbank below RGT for camps in area of recovered shopping cart (across from Sani Plant). Packed out ripped up tarp from what may have been an old campsite near the river. Tagged a large cache of food (three bags of spoiled and edible food) near Stein Bridge. Tagged a camp (sleeping bag, pack, clothes) below RGT near confluence of Roaring Fork River and Maroon Creek. I attached an HHS resource sheet to the pink tag. I requested camps be vacated within 48hrs.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Wildlife 4/09/2017 9:00 AM
9:00am Sizable elk herds on Dart OS and Airport OS.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Trails 4/08/2017 4:00 PM
4:00pm Ute Trail is still under deep snow. There is a sizable avalanche debris field that cuts across multiple switchbacks from base of trail on up - more of a mountaineering adventure than a hike.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 4/08/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm Swapped out dog bags and emptied trash at base of Smuggler. Restocked HCT/LW leash stations.
8135 Lani White Trail Maintenance 4/08/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm Seasonal maintenance is ongoing (with a mini-excavator) at Salvation Ditch near LW/HC.
8135 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Closed Area 4/08/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm Noticed tracks from vehicle that drove 20' up HC Cut-off Trail and turned around at snow. We should keep an eye out for trespass as snow melts. Also observed very subpar voice & sight control of dogs on Smuggler Mtn Rd.
8135 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Trails 4/08/2017 12:00 PM
2:00pm Hunter Creek Trail is almost completely melted out below Benedict Bridge. Quite a bit of ice and punchy snow above the bridge, in the meadow, on the Cut-Off, etc.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 4/08/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Patrolled Sky MP closure accesses at Viewline and Airline gates. No evidence of trespass.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 4/07/2017 3:00 PM
3:00pm Contacted fisherman, "Max," parked illegally at the base of Brush Creek Trail. Max works for TOSV, and he reported seeing groups of hikers accessing Sky MP from roundabout (Highline Trail is open; I patrolled the closure and found no tracks trespassing beyond gate).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 4/07/2017 2:30 PM
2:30pm Patrolled Phillips-Hillside section of RGT and attempted to catch loose white dog - 48 was scouring the area for it.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Maintenance 4/07/2017 2:15 PM
2:15pm Fallen tree has been removed from the soft-surface RGT at the RGT-Basalt-Mass trail intersection.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Resource Damage 4/07/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm Picked up two deck chairs and cleaned up some especially nasty trash (human waste, etc.) at the Wheatley Fishing Access parking lot. Gross.
8135 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 4/07/2017 11:30 AM
11:30am Checked on fishing guide vehicle in Jaffee Park - permit is OK (Aspen Fly Fishing). All fishing permits are up to date on Google sheet - Little Nell and Elk Mtn have not been renewed for 2017.
8135 Public Works Office Special Event 4/07/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Did seasonal maintenance check on bikes. Medium-frame Orbea could use new tires. We should watch back tire of 9er. The new SC Chameleon looks like it will be a sweet ride.
839 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 4/03/2017 3:00 PM
I had a long chat with Victor Gouch and asked Victor to move on from OS by the weekend. Victor was agreeable, had some innovative ideas for thistle control on OS
839 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/02/2017 2:00 PM
Dry from Benedict Bridge down but rest of Hunter Ck Cutoff is snowpack end to Viewing Platform , up to 2' Will be snowy for at several more weeks. Road dry.
839 Lazy Glen Open Space Closed Area 4/02/2017 9:30 AM
I observed 3 people /1 dog on leash walking old ditch on lower Bionaz which is "closed" but unsigned UTL
839 Lazy Glen Open Space Resource Damage 4/02/2017 9:30 AM
1-2 dirt bikes riding soft surface of RGT west Lazy Glen, also out in meadows, peeling out, riding abusively
839 Perham Creek Trailhead Closed Area 4/01/2017 9:30 AM
Opened perham , Thompson ck. Cleaned Penny HS, patrolled Redstone. Crystal Tr
839 Perham Creek Trailhead Closed Area 4/01/2017 9:30 AM
Opened brush ck tr to public sans dogs, moved signs , marked damage to asphalt on OCT switchbacks
839 Chapparal Trail Trails 3/31/2017 1:30 PM
Documented the intimidating language on signs at Chapparal and sent to GT
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Vandalism 3/28/2017 1:00 PM
Will Van Ice is owner of Daly Properties and learned that Carricarte's mgr ordered the theft of the OST tree at Hooks Spur.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Wildlife 3/28/2017 1:00 PM
202 investigated drone use at 7 star, UTL, not first case in the area
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 3/28/2017 1:00 PM
I ticketed Jeniffer Long, recidivist, for $1000 on RGT soft surface by Bmass Jct
8135 Glassier Open Space Resource Damage 3/27/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm Contacted two employees of Daly Property Services removing a large pine tree with heavy equipment on the OST Hooks Spur parcel. One of the equipment operators, "Ignacio," stated they were "clearing" the area for the "new parking lot" and "replanting" two trees "over there" (indicating the Daly Property Services lot down the road). "Tom," the crew leader, did not know who ordered the excavation. No one at OST ordered this work. I left a message for Junior Moreno, project foreman. It seems likely the company was stealing trees from OST that they planted before the sale. I allowed the crew to fill in and restore the ground around the tree.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Signage 3/27/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm Replaced kiosk sign at Lazy Glen OS. Posted trail regs sign at Lazy Glen parking lot. Posted new fishing parking lot sign at Public Works/CDOT yard.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 3/26/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm Encountered a man riding a large unicycle up McClain Flats Rd... awesome!
8135 Gold Butte Open Space Signage 3/26/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm Posted small "no dogs" sign and refreshed dog bags at Gold Butte/Sunnyside Trailhead.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Signage 3/26/2017 10:45 AM
10:45am With kiosk sign missing at Lazy Glen OS, there is no regulation signage posted for property. People would be understandably confused about leash law. I will post a temporary dog leash sign mañana.
8135 Gold Butte Open Space Verbal Warning 3/25/2017 3:00 PM
3:00pm Verbal Warning: Nick Calderone for DOL (tan dog, "Gouda") in Gold Butte Climbing Area. Calderone was extremely cooperative and polite. The dog regulation is listed on the bulletin board at the GB trailhead - we could definitely benefit from improving signage with a small "no dogs" symbol. Calderone in dog in car as requested.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 3/25/2017 12:30 PM
12:30pm Tagged carelessly parked black Land Rover (CO:QSP-490) partially blocking Smuggler Mtn Rd at upper lot. I will ticket if not removed.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 3/25/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am Patrolled middle RGT on complaint from yesterday afternoon. Not a single person or dog on the trail.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Closed Area 3/25/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Followed up on a report from 838 of truck parked, possibly overnight, at "picture point" pullout on 7SR. GOA. I cleaned up an empty six-pack of Bud Light - it seems the driver of the truck had cheap taste in beer.
8135 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 3/25/2017 9:00 AM
9:00am Received voicemail from Dave French, Frying Pan guide (owner of blue Xterra with FPA decal). French was fishing recreationally yesterday at Jaffee Park, but he wanted to thank me for the reminder about FPA's permit not being renewed and he promised to "pass the message along" (presumably to his boss).
8135 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 3/25/2017 9:00 AM
1:30pm Ran into Dave Richardson, FPA guide, on Hunter Creek Trail. Nice guy - it turns out he was an Alabama State Park Ranger for some time.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/24/2017 10:30 AM
Hired Katy Peckler for seasonal ranger
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Nordic 3/24/2017 10:30 AM
Brought in snow plow sign off Stevens St solid waste road
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Illegal Camping 3/23/2017 11:00 AM
10:00am Took call from Dispatch about transient male, Greg Rucks (sp?) who reported a missing backpack. Rucks has reportedly camped for years in a tent on BLM land above RGT in the Holland Hills area. He typically stores his belongings in a large pack stashed in a tree - the pack is now missing. Dispatch asked if we had found/seized a bag - we have not. 79 took a theft report from Mr. Rucks.
839 Stein Trail Trails 3/23/2017 10:30 AM
early (too early!) trails assesments: Burlingame still snowed in a little; reports to ToB on problems; OCT stop sign broken> B Griggers I took in 2 0f 3 "no dogs" signs on OCT but Nordic has one
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 3/23/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Posted "trail damage ahead" signs on cones at "S" curve in RGT west of Lazy Glen OS.
839 Emma Trail Trails 3/22/2017 1:00 PM
Trail damage RGT west side Lazy Glen needs signage, dangerous volcanoes approach to Emma underpass painted, bollard bases painted
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/20/2017 10:30 AM
Antonio Ucello with black mid size Schnauzer service DOL, verb warn
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/19/2017 3:00 PM
2:30pm Many people out biking Brush Creek Trail. No dogs. I outreached several people, but it seems futile to enforce anything beyond no dogs/no access to Sky MP, as paved trail opens 3/31. At the rate things are melting, it will rapidly become difficult to enforce Sky MP/7 Star/Glassier closures as well. C'mon and snow!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Fire 3/19/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm Responded to wildland fire at 1700 Lower River Rd. to assist deputies with trail traffic control on RGT. Lower River Rd. was closed from Dart to mile marker 1.8. 03 requested I respond to his location to discuss closing trail; ultimately, we kept it open. Busy day for cyclists on the middle RGT. Fire quickly burned several acres between the road and the Roaring Fork River in very windy conditions. Basalt, Aspen, Snowmass firefighters contained blaze and protected residence.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 3/19/2017 11:30 AM
11:30am Shirtless SUP boarders paddling Roaring Fork River through North Star already...
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Special Event 3/19/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am Anti-Trump protest in Paepcke Park. Nice crowd.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 3/19/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Redirected resort skiers parking in Stein Park lot. They reluctantly moved to Buttermilk lot.
8135 Open Space & Trails Trails 3/19/2017 8:00 AM
8:00am Corrected inaccurate trail regulation info posted on the MTB Project website and checked for anyone posting about trespassing on the closure - nothing yet.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Accident/Rescue 3/18/2017 5:30 PM
5:30pm Responded to report of unconscious male on bike path between Ute Ave. and East of Aspen Trail. APD arrived on scene and determined subject was "heavy ETOH." I cleared and monitored call. Medics assessed subject after he complained of DTs/seizure. APD transported subject to AVH for medical clearance and then to Detox.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/18/2017 2:30 PM
2:30pm Minded dog waste cans/bag dispensers for BG at Smuggler, HC, LW. I restocked all HC leash stations. Summer weather = summer amounts of people around town.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/18/2017 11:00 AM
10:50am Verbal Warning: Melissa Seigle for DOL ("Denali," tan dog) on RGT below Gold Butte. First warning. Referred to Pitkin Outside. I made an educational contact with a second woman with a DOL in Stein Park as she ran towards RGT.
8135 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 3/18/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Spoke with fishermen in Jaffee Park. All were off-duty guides fishing together. They had many questions about how to get guide and special event permits to use Jaffee River Trail area. I referred them to JU and the new OST permit webpage.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 3/18/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Patrolled Mills and Aspen-Mass OS for camps - all clear. Odd pump-house building next to Aspen-Mass Trail is unlocked. At least 4 obvious campers living in Intercept Lot.
839 James H. Smith Open Space Wildlife 3/17/2017 9:00 PM
Scared up moose at Presrerve
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 3/17/2017 10:30 AM
9:00am Responded to a report from APD #120 of a possible "homeless camp." I located a rickety structure in a ravine below World Cup Ct on Red Butte Ranch OS (at about 39.214779 -106.853343). The structure is very unstable and the location has a dangerous drop off. It will be easy to dismantle, but harder to remove materials. It may be a kids fort? I reported structure to 1958.
8135 Jaffee Park Commercial Permit Check 3/14/2017 3:15 PM
3:15pm Responded to complaint from JU of Grounds Keepers employees pumping water from river at Jaffee Park - UTL. (This may be an issue for County Code Enfrocement). Checked guide permit - Aaron of Aspen Guide Service (permit submitted and processing). Minturn Anglers (dba Aspen Outfitting) vehicle parked in lot - their permit has not been renewed and is overdue.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Verbal Warning 3/14/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm Verbal Warning: Susan Terra for DOL ("Penny," very calm Rhodesian) at Stein Bridge. Terra stated that knows leash law and "knew better." I handed her a leash - first warning. Terra is a friend of OST, and she recently reported valuable lion observations on RGT.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 3/14/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Contacted Michael Costello (W, M, greying black hair and beard) in classic wooded camping spot immediately west of Stein Park lot. I informed Costello camping is not permitted on OS, handed him a list of HHS resources, and informed camping is allowed on USFS land for up to 14 days. Costello is a self-proclaimed yogi with many far-out sounding aliases. Costello claims to have lived in CO for most of his life, but speaks with a West Coast accent. He packed up and left after our conversation. 122 checked on me during the contact.
839 Cozy Point South Closed Area 3/14/2017 9:00 AM
possible squatter in winter closure, Cozy Point gas line area, Nick Hagar, tall, slight Aussie accent, warned
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Verbal Warning 3/13/2017 1:45 PM
2:10pm Verbal Warning: Chelsea Dillon for DOL (black lab) on lower HCT. First leash warning. Referred her to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Written Warning 3/13/2017 1:45 PM
1:50pm Written Warning: Colleen Irvin of Basalt for DOL ("Charlie," brown and white mutt) on HCT. Irvin gave me the "winter" excuse. I lectured her about winter wildlife concerns and referred her to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Deer Creek Open Space Fire 3/12/2017 12:30 PM
12:30pm Checked on pillar of smoke emanating from Deer Creek Ranch OS - it was Kurtis burning pine branches leftover from some cutting.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Wildlife 3/12/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Encountered famous Ranger Joe and his wife in Basalt!
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 3/12/2017 10:00 AM
11:00am Documented tire tracks and horse hoof prints near base of Glassier-Crown access. Horse (and rider) turned around at the gate. A large double-wheeled truck evidently entered the closure, made a wide turn, and left (possibly Alec Parker working on the ditch). Otherwise the closure seems to be respected. I will be interested to see who we have photographed on Janet's wildlife camera.
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Resource Damage 3/12/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am Documented downed tree blocking dirt access road to Basalt-Old Snowmass-RGT junction. In emergencies, we can still access intersection by driving up/down trail. Notified Bill/Ted.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Trails 3/12/2017 10:00 AM
10:30am Mud season has arrived at Grace-Shehi Bike Park; it may be a good time to close until dry, per standard practice. I dummy-locked parking lot gate. I can come back with a sign.
8135 Chapparal Trail Signage 3/12/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Chaparral Ranch still has not removed the red "STOP: No Hunting, No Trespassing" sign from their private drive, despite the public access easement. The "STOP" sign that was posted directly next to the easement sign has been removed, but the implicit over all message remains the same: public not welcome. I notified Paul.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/11/2017 12:30 PM
12:30pm Minded doggy pots for Bill at Smug and along upper RGT. Tagged many discarded poop bags along the road - it must be time for the spring meltdown!
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Dog Offense 3/11/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am Written Warnings: Audrey Holmes and Lizzie Talenfeld for DOL x 5 on City's river trail parallel to RGT. 3 dogs charged me as I approached. This is the 3rd time I have warned Holmes about the leash law on the river trail (her dogs chased a mule deer in Dec. 2016). Out of respect for City's enforcement ethic, I did not issue a citation and lectured at length instead. Unfortunately, Holmes and Talenfeld will likely not comply with regs w/o citations. I will work with BL to deal with this continued lack of compliance along the river.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/11/2017 9:00 AM
9:00am Educational contact with dog owners on Steven's Street ROW parallel to RGT who let DOL wander into trail. One of the dog owners was in the mood to argue, but I got the point across.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 3/10/2017 3:00 PM
3:00pm Chatted about King Fishers with a birder in Jaffee Park. Checked on Wheatley Beach area (Ted requested greater ranger presence here). A tree came down on the fishing access trail, and some folks are using a social trail instead stepping over tree. Picked up some old trash. Otherwise the area looks good. Notified Ted/Bill.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/10/2017 11:30 AM
11:30am A forestry crew is doing some thinning on the southern edge of the Estamar CE. Does not seem to be impacting Smuggler OS.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/10/2017 10:45 AM
10:45am Tagged SUV and snowmobile trailer (CO:060-OSO) parked illegally on Smuggler Mtn Rd. I watched snowmobile tow 5-6 people on alpine skis up road, presumably to Benedict Hut. I talked to another large group of skiers/riders returning from the hut who had also been towed up. Some backcountry spirit, eh?
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/10/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Brush Creek Trail is melted out, but still technically closed until 3/31. Some walkers (no dogs) on trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Maintenance 3/08/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm Assisted Bill with cutting downed tree on RGT near RGT-Emma counter. Bill plowed branches and last bit of remaining snow off RGT east of Emma.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 3/08/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Spotted fresh-looking ski tracks descending into closed side of North Star across from JHS. Despite a lot of snooping around, I couldn't figure out where they exited.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 3/07/2017 12:00 PM
Removed 3 traffic barrels and ropes, removed snow at kiosk
839 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 3/07/2017 11:00 AM
Elk are down, 100 at Boogies, 40 on west side of Deer Hill
839 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 3/07/2017 10:00 AM
Lg coyote resting placidly in middle of NSNP within 30 of trail and skiers
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 3/06/2017 8:30 PM
Lg aspen down and blocking trail 100 m west of picnic table in Emma
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 3/06/2017 1:30 PM
1:30pm Keep an eye on "Minnie Winnie" RV (old RV, nice Yakima roof boxes x 2, bike racks x 2) in lower Smug lot and old white Toyota sedan ("ZG" plates) in upper Smug lot for overnight parking.
8135 Open Space & Trails Training 3/06/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am Updated new ranger orientation manual with updated Ranger Mobile SOPs. Updated training itinerary.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Illegal Camping 3/06/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Updated Doheny report with mention of recent arrest related tangentially to camping at Penny Hot Springs. OST rangers got a mention in the Aspen Daily News article about Doheny.
839 Owl Creek Trail Nordic 3/05/2017 2:30 PM
Eliza Curry warned in T Blake Lot with 4 dogs, big blk, big gold, 2 small dogs. Had walked over Sinclair Divide when people honked and yelled at her. 1 hr before I had received phone complaint of woman with 2 dogs on trail also.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/05/2017 2:30 PM
Report of vehicle stuck below observation deck on Smugg Rd > deputy response
839 Jaffee Park Special Event 3/04/2017 4:00 PM
Commercial use : Fishing guides are out with clients, the one I contacted had his permit, 50 degrees !!!
839 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 3/04/2017 10:00 AM
Anita Boda (Hungarian female lives at Lone Pine) walking HCT with DOL. Very nice, self proclaimed "Poop Fairy" Warned second time with small wirehaired brown dog
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Illegal Camping 3/02/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm Called in sleeper in gold van (CO:168-VKB) along HC Rd. near McCloskey driveway. This is "Steven" who was camping in Wildwood Lot. I informed Dispatch, but let him be since he is not on OST.
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 3/02/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm BOLO issued for Justin Schaaf by 14. I informed Dispatch that Schaaf was parked in Carbondale Park & Ride yesterday; he may be DV.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/02/2017 12:30 PM
12:30pm Took complaint from "Andre" about man on purple snowmobile driving too fast on Smuggler Mtn Rd. I had encountered the snowmobiler running his dogs down the road earlier in my patrol, but he was keeping dogs close and maintaining a safe speed. This is an ongoing issue. The snowmobiler lives in "Fort Yukon" on Park Circle (likely he is the actual owner of the illegally parked camper registered to Leslee Francis).
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 3/02/2017 11:30 AM
11:30am Tagged construction trailer and Francis' DIY camper have been removed from lower Smug lot.
8135 Administration Penalty Assessment 3/02/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Deposited Goldsmith payment.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 3/02/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Investigated snowmobile tracks that bypass Jackrabbit Ridge gate and travel into Sky MP. After looking around it became evident snowmobile was unloaded at Tom Blake Lot and travelled out-and-back via the Nordic trail. J. Goelz confirmed Communications used a snowmobile to access the Jackrabbit radio tower yesterday during troubleshooting of Red Mtn channel. Goelz offered to e-mail us before/after future wintertime forays into the park.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 3/02/2017 8:30 AM
8:30am Spoke with Jake Ryan (Centennial Manager) about Francis' camper parked for a week or so on their end of the lot. Ryan stated he would speak with the vehicle owner and get it removed. Ryan contacted a deputy at 1030 to discuss towing from private land.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 3/01/2017 4:00 PM
4:00pm Ranger Mobile has been significantly revamped for OST Rangers - no more time tracking, only Passdown and compliance.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 3/01/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm Leslee Francis' green DIY camper vehicle is still parked on the Centennial Apartment-owned end of the lower Smug lot (going on a week now). I left a voicemail message with Centennial mgmt notifying them of the issue. I later noticed camper was already tagged by APD or PCSO. I also tagged a large construction trailer (CO:976-WQF) loaded with many thousands of pounds of wire spools on the east end of the lot (on County property). I requested it be removed within 24hrs.
8135 Administration Penalty Assessment 3/01/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm Deposited Hadar and Anastas fine payment. Goldsmith dropped off payment at PW in the afternoon.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 3/01/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Noticed a Djopphotos Outdoor Photography vehicle in Jaffee Park Lot. No photoshoot visible along river trail. I left my card and a note on the vehicle notifying the company that a permit is required for commercial photography on OST. I directed them to visit our permit website or call me for more info. A quick online search showed Djopphotos is run by Aspen-local Derek J. Olson (hence D-J-O Photos?).
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 2/27/2017 10:30 AM
12:00pm Took call for 15 regarding ongoing construction parking issues along RGT @ Shady Lane. RP complained of traffic issues stemming from 69/71 Shady Lane (this has been ongoing for four years). This site is in the City, so I passed it on to 142.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/26/2017 3:00 PM
4:00pm Contacted Robbie Hannigan of Snowmass with dog on Owl Creek Nordic Trail. Hannigan and family were skiing trail on AT skis. Nordic regs signage at entrance to private land was only facing westbound traffic, and Hannigan entered from the east (via Tom Blake lot). I explained tenuous nature of public-access to private Owl Creek Ranch, and informed Hannigan he may get a call from the Mandalay ranch manager. Hannigan was very apologetic and polite, and he agreed to give me his info. I improved signage to prevent further confusion.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 2/26/2017 1:30 PM
2:30pm Green DIY camper and beat-up Honda Element registered to Leslee Francis have been parked for multiple days on far westernmost end of the lower Smuggler lot. This is Centennial II HOA property and signed for trail-use parking only. I have tagged these vehicles multiple times for parking illegally on Smuggler, and they are associated with camping/dumping. Perhaps we should follow up with Centennial about issue? Every space in the Smuggler lots has been used regularly during busy, sunny weekends.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 2/26/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm Written Warning: Heather MacDonald for DOL on HC Connector. MacDonald walked past large leash law sign. Friendly, but this is her third warning. MacDonald asked why she is still in "the system" since she was first warned in 2011 (and again by me in 2016). MacDonald indicated she let's dog off-leash in winter because she doesn't run into rangers. I lectured her about winter wildlife, referred her to Pitkin Outside, and made it clear rangers are not required to give warnings and that tickets are still written in the cold months. MacDonald stated she would "flip out" if she got a $100 ticket. I informed her the next contact would likely be a ticket.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 2/26/2017 12:00 PM
1:30pm Encountered the "Weekend Hikers Plus" Meet-Up group out of Denver on HCT. Very nice group of older folks carrying enough gear for a serious backcountry outing. The group is visiting the Valley for three days and hiking everywhere from Huntsman's Ridge to Aspen. I shared Pitkin Outside with them.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/26/2017 10:30 AM
11:00am Verbal Warning: Andrea Diedesch for DOL ("Zaug" b&w border mix) on RGT @ MM 41.0. First warning. I lectured on winter wildlife and referred to Pitkin Outside. Friendly lady.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 2/25/2017 12:00 PM
12:50pm Educational contact with couple walking three off-leash Chihuahuas on RGT @ Driveways near their house on River Wood. I handed out three leashes and warned them about big bad coyotes and lions.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 2/25/2017 10:30 AM
12:00pm Educational contact with woman walking black one-eyed-dog off-leash at BHS trailhead. I reminded her to leash up before entering trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/25/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Talked to self-declared "mediocre dog owner" Rick on Jaffee River Trail about complying with leash law. OST needs to resolve this leash law gray area.
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 2/23/2017 8:00 AM
8:00am Subjects of law enforcement search were apprehended last night in Basalt.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 2/22/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm Corresponded via email with Jen Horn and answered questions about seasonal access to Glassier OS. Horn is likely one of the people caught on wildlife camera regularly hiking through edge of Glassier habitat closure (outside locked gate). Horn realized she was mistaken about private property boundaries and expressed willingness to respect habitat closure.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 2/22/2017 10:00 AM
9:00am Per 03, OST should make no official trail closures during ongoing search for possibly armed subjects in Snowmass Canyon area. OST staff should remain vigilant while out in the field.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 2/21/2017 2:00 PM
2:30pm Checked on tagged camp above Koch Lumber Park - it is nearly empty and appears the camper is in the process of moving out, so I let it be.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Mutual Aid 2/21/2017 9:00 AM
9:30am Monitored law enforcement operation in area of Basalt-Old Snowmass, lower Rio Grande, and Arbany-Kittle trails. Two suspects from an armed robbery in CD leapt off a RFTA bus, fled LEOs along Basalt-Mass Trail, and hid somewhere on BLM land along Arbaney-Kittle Trail. Snowmass, Basalt, Aspen, Pitkin, Garfield, CSP, and USFS LEOs responded for large manhunt. 242 and I kept watch over the RFTA bus until any evidence was secured, and then we cleared. 202 was Ops Commander. 01 was PIO. On 01's request, OST did not publicize trail closures until after official press release.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 2/21/2017 8:00 AM
8:00am Took call from Andrea Pruett about old parking citation (overnight parking on Smuggler). I thanked her following up and informed her citation was rescinded after vehicle was removed.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 2/19/2017 12:00 PM
1:00pm Snowmobile trailer is still parked in BLM Lot. No evidence of snowmobile trespass in HC Valley.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/19/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Minded dog pots for Bill. Dealt with more illegally parked cars - tagged a Toyota minivan (CO:221-MAH) and white Audi SUV (CO:133-SQR) parked near mailboxes across from Smuggler lot, moved along two SUVs parked on sidewalk near Mollie Gibson Park.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 2/19/2017 9:30 AM
10:00am Attended mass start of Ski For The Pass race and showed support for Indy Pass Foundation. Good turn out. 66 joined for the event too. Took photos of happy skiers headed up the groomed road (groomed courtesy of Ranger Moe).
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 2/19/2017 8:00 AM
9:00am No one has visited camp site above Koch Lumber Park/on Barbee OS since I tagged it. Pink tag is highly visible on hillside from park.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 2/18/2017 3:00 PM
4:30pm Responded with 76 to transient camp on Barbee OS (accessed from AJAX Trail). Tagged cache of camo bags under tarp and left a list of contact info for local health & human services resources. I requested doyenne vacated within 48hrs - I will check back.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 2/18/2017 1:00 PM
1:45pm Took suggestion from nice woman on HCT about distributing poop tags to locals that say, "I picked up your dog's poop." She was insistent I pass idea along to John. I thanked her and let her have my pink dog bag tags. She said she would buy a stapler and start posting them on abandoned waste.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 2/18/2017 1:00 PM
2:30pm A Triton XT snowmobile trailer (CO:696-KQE) is parked in the HCT BLM Lot. Only one truck with hitch in lot (Tundra, CO:697-YYE). There are old snowmobile tracks in HC valley, but they may be from Communications Dept. Skiers returning from McNamara Hut reported no snowmobiles in valley. It's possible the trailer belongs to the hut group on Smuggler.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 2/18/2017 11:00 AM
11:30am Busy day on Smug. Moderate parking chaos. Tagged a gray Acura SUV parked illegally near USPS mailboxes across from lower Smuggler lot. A second car parked on sidewalk at Mollie Gibson Park moved on its own. I contacted a large group of 12 or so hut trippers with two pickup trucks on Smug. I allowed them to load snowmobile in truck at end of plowed road. One of the hut trippers crashed hard trying to ski through mud on the road. Snowmobile driver was familiar with regs. Group was a bit reckless, but polite. Other hut trippers later said group crowded out a Dutch couple, who ended up staying in other hut - sounded awkward.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/18/2017 9:30 AM
10:45am Monitored call about Eric K. Doheny (25yo+ M red beard, red hair, plaid, blue coat) "menacing" people with a knife at Penny Hot Springs. Doheny was reportedly "harassing" and "cursing" at people. 6-10 people present, RP fled to Carbondale Car Care to call 911. 75, 76, CSP, and Carbondale PD responded. Conflicting stories + no knife = no p/c. 10 wrote up warrant for motor vehicle theft for Doheny's Honda Civic (NH: 3559274). I wrote a report on Doheny last October when he was allegedly involved in disturbances at Penny Hot Springs and Redstone General Store. Doheny has been camping in Redstone area on/off for years.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 2/18/2017 8:00 AM
8:00am Responded to questions from L. Hadar about citation - I gave her time through next week to pay fine.
8135 Open Space & Trails Signage 2/16/2017 3:30 PM
3:30pm Paul spoke with Chaparral Ranch Manager, who indicated signs were posted in response to hikers leaving trail easement corridor. Like me, Paul concluded signage sent the wrong message. OST will work with the ranch to post more accurate signage (i.e. "stay on trail" vs. "STOP - No Trespassing"). Paul requested greater ranger presence in area.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/16/2017 2:00 PM
3:00pm Played tour guide for tourists in Stein Park. Preached gospel of Pitkin Outside.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 2/16/2017 12:00 PM
12:30pm Strung closure ropes at ditch crossing and at gate in private fence at Glassier OS. The ropes are low enough for elk to step over easily.
8135 Chapparal Trail Patrol/Outreach 2/16/2017 10:30 AM
11:00am Chaparral Ranch has posted multiple misleading "No Trespassing" signs that could easily lead people to believe the trail easement has been changed. Signs feature a large red "STOP" sign emblem. I followed up with Helen, the RP, and assured her that she is still legally permitted to hike on the trail. I took photos of the new signs, and notified Ted/Paul.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 2/16/2017 9:30 AM
10:30am "Steven" and his gold van are gone from Wildwood lot.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 2/16/2017 9:30 AM
10:30am Cited Louisa Goldsmith for DOL on East of Aspen Trail/warned for Dog in Closed Area (North Star XC Track). 1957 reported Goldsmith and friend walking dogs on freshly groomed XC track. I contacted the two hikers on East of Aspen Trail, but I did not have p/c for addressing closure issue. Goldsmith did not have a leash. Fourth contact with rangers for dog offense. Both hikers admitted to walking dogs in closure and indicated they saw the gratuitous amount of posted regulatory signage (no dogs, no foot traffic, etc.). I referred them both to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 2/16/2017 9:00 AM
9:30am Took call from Forest Service, Katy (FS Trails) and Kelly (FS Rec), in regards to Chaparral Trail Easement. Helen Schermerhon complained ranch owner posted "no trespassing" signs at easement access. I promised to follow up with RP, and I forwarded Trail easement PDF to USFS.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 2/15/2017 3:00 PM
4:00pm Matt A. of OST has bid us farewell. He will be joining CPW in Denver.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 2/15/2017 2:00 PM
3:00pm Janet collected wildlife camera photos from base of Glassier-Crown closure. No trespass beyond gate documented since beginning of closure; however, several people with dogs, other solo-adventuring canines, and a snowmobile entered the trailhead area outside the gate en route to private land. I will consider stringing a rope across at the ditchline, pending GT's advice.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/15/2017 1:00 PM
12:00pm Nordic is dropping off RGT bollards in Bill's shed.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 2/15/2017 1:00 PM
1:30pm Contacted "Steven" camping 24hrs+ in a gold cargo van (CO:168-VKB) in Wildwood Lot. Steven was friendly (middle aged, white, missing teeth). Steven asked if it was fine to hang out in the area and "walk around." I told him it's OK to use and enjoy the trailhead, so long as he doesn't park overnight.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/15/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Verbal Warning: Michelle Powell and Rachel Powers for DOL x 2 (black Newfoundland-mixes) on RGT @ Mile 39.5. The ladies were practicing "recall training" with dogs. I warned them about leash law and gave a winter wildlife spiel. Powell didn't know who John Wesley Powell was.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 2/15/2017 11:00 AM
11:30am 8-12" tree down across full span of RGT west of Sunnyside junction. Notified Ted.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 2/15/2017 10:00 AM
11:00am Finished Hadar/Anastas reports.
8135 Open Space & Trails Training 2/15/2017 9:00 AM
10:00am Briefed Ted on new Cartegraph setup. Designed more "Patrol Zones" to make time tracking easier.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 2/14/2017 2:30 PM
2:00pm Noticed some old, melted out ski tracks on Jackrabbit Ridge Rd. I also noticed more recent footprints down to Brush Creek (fisherman?).
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 2/14/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm Served N. Anastas for trespass in North Star closure (2/1/17).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/14/2017 12:00 PM
12:00-1:00pm Educational contacts x 3 with hikers walking DOL on City section of upper RGT east of County line.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 2/14/2017 11:00 AM
11:30am Discovered fresh tracks exiting the closed side of North Star (right on top of Hadar/Anastas tracks). It would be great to get regulatory signage posted at the top of Walsh's Gulch.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Nordic 2/14/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am Nordic trails in the Arciero/Dart area are intact with some melted out patches. Nordic trail at BHS is toast anywhere with direct sunlight. Bummer!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 2/14/2017 10:00 AM
10:00am Pink-tagged white Chevy Traverse LT (CO: 345-EOQ) ID'd by Bill as park-and-rider using Emma Schoolhouse Lot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Closed Area 2/14/2017 10:00 AM
10:30am Access road to Glassier trails is completely melted out. The mid-valley looks like April. No visible footprints or evidence of trespass yet.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 2/13/2017 3:30 PM
3:30pm Anastas was a no show for our first meeting. I still need to serve him for ski trespass on North Star Preserve habitat closure.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/13/2017 10:30 AM
11:30am Posted additional Nordic regs. signage at WB TH (per last week's signage issue).
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/13/2017 10:00 AM
11:00am "Suspicious" black drone-like UFO hovering above Shadow Mtn reported... I checked Marolt OS area for drone pilot or paraglider and came up empty. Ted and Lindsey told me they've seen a very large (4+ feet wide) black drone near HWY82 west of town. Lindsey told me SGM has a permit to survey the highway corridor with a drone - possible explanation?
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/10/2017 12:00 PM
got a potpourri of Nordic icon signs from Kuhn for rangers to have in vehicles
839 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 2/10/2017 11:00 AM
re submitted the 2nd citation of Ilowiecki to courts
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 2/09/2017 3:30 PM
3:30pm Returned call from Kristen Henry regarding snowmobile tracks in Hunter Creek Valley (same tracks I discovered on 2/5/17). I thanked her for the report and confirmed that motorized vehicles are not allowed in the valley or on OST.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Parking 2/09/2017 2:30 PM
3:00pm Tagged gray Volvo (CA: 7TRP526) parked in private drive at Jack Rabbit Ridge-OCT. Judging by tracks, it seems occupants of car hiked out onto the trail. UTL. I checked the West Buttermilk TH, and discovered dog tracks and no regulatory signage facing Snowmass-bound traffic. I emailed Matt Kuhn about signage issue.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 2/08/2017 5:30 PM
5:30pm Attended the ACES Naturalist Nights talk on impacts of recreation on wildlife in protected areas. Dale and I rep'd OST.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 2/08/2017 11:00 AM
11:30am Served L. Hadar at her residence (cited for trespass on North Star closure). Hadar was unhappy, but very polite. Hadar was upset she did not receive a warning for first offense. We talked about ways to outreach backcountry ski community. Hadar thinks a legal egress from Walsh's Gulch should be established. I still have to track down N. Anastas to serve him a citation for same offense.
8135 Open Space & Trails Parking 2/08/2017 8:00 AM
8:00am Both tagged vehicles have been removed from the USFS Aspen Ranger Station. I informed 2220.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Fire 2/07/2017 2:00 PM
3:30pm Responded to smoke report on Smuggler Mtn Rd. Report turned out to be chimney/structure fire at the Silver Brick. I worked traffic control below residence and contacted about a dozen hikers/motorists. AFD responded with 5 fire trucks, several command vehicles, an ambi, and at least a half dozen volunteer vehicles. Smuggler was quite crowded.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/07/2017 11:30 AM
12:30pm Verbal Warning: Katie McClellan for DOL (curly brown and white dog) on RGT Mile 39.5. Gave her the winter wildlife spiel. Polite lady, well-behaved dog.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Counters 2/07/2017 8:00 AM
8:00am Early morn patrol of lower RGT. It looks like base of groomed XC track could survive down to Mile 22.0 if we get an immediate dump of snow. I'm keeping my fingers crossed.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/07/2017 8:00 AM
9:00am Tagged abandoned bike in Town of Basalt's Fisherman's Park (stored behind restroom since at least 2/4/17).
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/06/2017 2:30 PM
3:00pm Checked on Penny Hot Springs. No campers, although I noticed there is much more room to pitch a tent down near the river than I had remembered. Some trash in the area. On my second pass, a maroon Volvo station wagon filled with junk pulled into the lot (possible car camper?). Small herd of elk in Filoha OS.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 2/06/2017 1:00 PM
1:30pm Crunched some numbers for past yearly total OST trail users: 531,601 (2013), 596,530 (2014), 610,867 (2015), 572,581 (2016). Lots of people out there. Significant upward trend in total users over the 2011-2016 period.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 2/06/2017 10:30 AM
11:30am Verbal Warning: Jasmine Lidington for DOL (red heeler-mix) on Lani White Trail. First warning.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Closed Area 2/05/2017 10:00 AM
10:30am Discovered snowmachine tracks on HC Cut-Off Trail. The tracks must be from last night, as they were not here yesterday afternoon and have no fresh footprints on top of them. It looks like one snowbike and one snowmobile descended into HC Valley, drove up towards Hummingbird, and then drove out the same way they came in. In other news, someone skied down all of HCT and out on Lani White Trail - quite the rocky, slushy ride.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 2/05/2017 9:00 AM
9:00am Noticed ski tracks on "sacred side" of North Star - the melting snow makes it hard to tell if the tracks are old or maybe from the ticketed skiers from last week.
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 2/05/2017 8:00 AM
8:00am Justin Schaaf is out of jail, got a haircut, and is panhandling/living in the Intercept Lot again.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 2/04/2017 2:00 PM
3:00pm Talked to a hiker on HCT who had evidently gotten lost about 1mi up the trail. He recommended adding mile markers to signs and checking to make sure directional signs are not at all askew. I referred him to Pitkin Outside for map. Nice, but slightly odd, guy.
8135 Administration Parking 2/04/2017 1:30 PM
2:00pm Illegally parked white Subaru Legacy has been removed from USFS Aspen Ranger Station. Tagged green Subaru Outback remains. No sign 2220 has been here to check on vehicles.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 2/04/2017 12:00 PM
1:00pm Monitored call regarding illegal camping at Penny Hot Springs. 67 and 15 responded. I will follow up at end of weekend.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 2/04/2017 9:30 AM
10:00am Restocked bags, harvested counter, and checked for overnighting car at AK TH (all clear). Dog waste situation is looking ugly on lower AK Trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 2/04/2017 8:30 AM
8:30am Verbal Warning: Christina Holloway for DOL x 2 ("Tess" two mastiff-mixes) while XC skiing at RGT Mile 35.0. Holloway asked why locals cannot have dogs solely under "voice control" on trail, and I explained winter wildlife/elk concerns in McClain Flats area. One of Holloway's dog was nice, but very clearly not under control and not listening to her.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 2/02/2017 2:30 PM
3:00pm Posted shiny new lion awareness sign on RGT @ W/J (Steven's Street access). Chatted with a Jaffee Park regular about lion activity.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails North Star Nature Preserve 2/02/2017 12:30 PM
1:30pm Skied over to speed wing pilot, "Zach," who I saw lose altitude and land on James H. Smith OS. Zach landed outside the heron closure on an area open to off-trail travel, which isn't explicitly against the regs. This is the second time he's lost lift and had to land on James H. Smith. We may have to talk to him again if he keeps landing haphazardly. Zach thanked me for checking on him.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Signage 2/02/2017 12:30 PM
2:00pm Posted sign at North Star beach access asking skiers to stay on groomed track.
8135 Administration Parking 2/02/2017 12:00 PM
12:30pm Tagged and reported two illegally parked cars (green Outback, white Legacy) at USFS Aspen Ranger Station to 2220. Cars are not claimed by any USFS staff, and they have been left at the station for about a week.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space North Star Nature Preserve 2/01/2017 4:00 PM
Utter intercepts 2 skiers trespassing on west side of RF RIver on NS Preserve, Deputy Buglione ID ed the couple and will not give information to Open Space.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 2/01/2017 1:00 PM
1:30pm KJAX interview about lion activity on Rio Grande Trail.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Maintenance 2/01/2017 11:30 AM
12:30pm Reported a busted out storm drain that exposed a hazardous hole into the sewer on Park Circle-Silver Lode Dr. City Streets said they would check on it.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 2/01/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Checked out tracks on sacred side of North Star more closely. On second glance, they are ski tracks that likely descended the backside of AJAX and then intersect EOA Trail just west of the pedestrian bridge.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/01/2017 9:00 AM
10:00am Observed two women from across the river with DOL x 6 (a few Aussies, Great Danes, mutts, etc.) hiking up City's trail to the Music Tent. One woman was loudly yelling and trying to wrangle barking dog. I was unable to contact them. This river trail often has wildlife and it is a chronic problem area for dogs.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/01/2017 9:00 AM
10:30am Written Warning: Justin McDuffie for DOL (Krabloonik dog) on RGT @ MM40.0. Nice guy, but gave off-season excuse. We had a chat about winter wildlife, and I referred him to Pitkin Outside.
839 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Dog Offense 1/31/2017 3:00 PM
Jessica Burchetta DOL w/ new babe ( Alex wife)
839 Emma Homestead Parking 1/31/2017 2:00 PM
Black Honda Accord QUR-329 Chronically parked at school house, tagged
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/31/2017 11:30 AM
12:00pm Chased a rogue Bernese Mtn Dog with 142. The dog ran down half of Smuggler and disappeared in the Silver Lode area. UTL.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 1/31/2017 10:30 AM
10:40am Written Warning: Brett Folske of Snowmass for Dog in Closed Area (North Star Paragliding LZ). Dog escaped from back of parked truck, and ran to landing paraglider. Folske was very apologetic, explained that he had seen the regulatory signs, and took responsibility for loose dog. After hearing explanation from multiple paragliders, I made the ticket a warning.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 1/31/2017 10:30 AM
11:30am Gave paragliding hitchhiker a ride into Aspen. He told me old tracks I saw on "sacred side" of North Star appeared to be footprints.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 1/30/2017 3:00 PM
4:00pm Prepared citation for Michael Carricarte for Dog in Closed Area on Glassier OS (on-going issue for 2 years now). Gary T. pulled out the ol' ranger outfit and served Carricarte late in the day.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 1/30/2017 11:30 AM
12:00pm Contacted white male driver of black "Avenger" sedan (CO: NQI-474) in Stein Park lot. Driver parked and was walking up Cemetery Lane Trail with alpine ski gear. I have tagged this vehicle multiple times for ski resort parking in trail-user lot. On one occasion, driver evidently tore off pink-tag and left it on the ground. I kindly asked driver to park in Ski Co. parking areas. I informed him this was his last warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 1/30/2017 11:30 AM
2:00pm Posted mtn. lion awareness sign at Stein Park/RGT. Multiple recent lion sightings in area. Possible lion-kill cow elk on RGT (approx. Mile 38.0) across river from PW. Elk's stomach was rolled out + cached meat on cliffs above carcass + a few lion tracks on unofficial horse trail west of carcass = probable lion-kill. Carcass appears to be at least 24hrs+ old. Elk is very close to the site of a lion-kill that occurred in winter 2015-2016, and to the location of two lions reportedly sighted this morning. Sent photos to Janet for social media post.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/30/2017 11:00 AM
11:00am Took call from "Melissa" regarding questions about Owl Creek nordic trail. I reviewed regs and referred her to Pitkin Outside for info/winter trail map.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 1/30/2017 11:00 AM
11:30pm Bill reported and cleaned up X Gamer/camping related trash at Jaffee Park and AK TH.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Penalty Assessment 1/30/2017 10:30 AM
10:30am Ticketed vehicle has been removed from Smuggler Mtn Rd. I've rescinded the ticket accordingly (Andrea Pruett of Denver).
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 1/30/2017 8:00 AM
2 lions by stein falls, one reported to be very large, lion killed cow elk by shale bluffs
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/28/2017 1:30 PM
3:30pm Tried out the City's fat bike on a patrol of Aspen Golf Course and Maroon Creek Trail up to Tiehack. The bike is waaay to much fun. The groomed fat bike course is amazing with some banking turns and steep hills. I ran into several other bikers, including Mike Pritchard (RFMBA). The "avalanche" beneath Tiehack Bridge is requiring cyclists to walk their bikes around the debris.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 1/28/2017 11:30 AM
11:30am Tagged gray/black Toyota SUV (CO: QKL-657) parked on Smuggler Mtn Road above the Silver Brick house. Multiple hikers informed me that the vehicle had been parked for several nights. It appeared to me someone had been camping in the vehicle. I cited Andrea Pruett of Denver for illegally parked vehicle (issued to vehicle). I will rescind ticket if she removes vehicle and calls me. Temp. ticket seemed easier than tracking down potential X Gamer.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/28/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Reunited Billy Grange with cow and very freshly-newborn calf loose along Southside Drive.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Closed Area 1/28/2017 9:30 AM
9:45am A red Ram 2500 pickup truck (CO:472-PHN) full of tree trimming gear is stored at Glassier homestead. This truck joins the black Tacoma stored in the Glassier barn. I will follow up with Paul H. about ag. lease terms.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 1/28/2017 9:30 AM
9:50am Chased Carricarte's Great Pyrenees out of the Glassier OS seasonal closure. I documented and will turn over issue to GT, as he has promised to deal with ongoing Carricarte dog issues.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 1/28/2017 8:30 AM
8:40am Spotted a man walking a well-behaved DOL (red heeler) on RGT @ Grange Way. The guy hustled over a fence onto private property when I turned the truck around. Not worth pursuing the contact.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/27/2017 1:30 PM
3:00pm Moore OS and ARC Nordic are skiing great - very crisp. I spotted just a few footprints and one fat tire track. An XC skier thanked me for patrolling the groomed trails.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 1/27/2017 11:30 AM
12:10pm Verbal Warning: Colleen Collins for DOL on Lani White Trail. Very nice lady, but still not complying with the regs. I ticketed Collins for (leashed) dog in closed area (Glassier OS) in 2016. I lectured Collins about leash law and winter wildlife concerns. Collins admitted that she had not downloaded Pitkin Outside (as I had recommended last time). I reiterated the benefits of the app's trail map with easy to understand dog regs. We had a nice chat and I made it clear I wouldn't give her any more warnings.
839 Emma Homestead Parking 1/26/2017 3:30 PM
black car overnighting in Emma Lot, Tagged
839 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 1/26/2017 1:00 PM
NS spring planning meeting with most players.
839 Open Space & Trails Trails 1/25/2017 10:00 AM
Met with TOSV Chief Olson on cross empowerment and Nordic outreach
839 Redstone Boulders OS Illegal Camping 1/23/2017 2:00 PM
Illegal campers at Penny Hot Springs, chronic problem, tented on river bank
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 1/22/2017 10:00 AM
Vehicle reported broken down on RGT but in reality it was stuck at RFTA fishing access at Wingo Ped Bridge, Removed as I arrived
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 1/18/2017 9:00 AM
Overnight parking green Nissan ultima CO JQV 638 tagged
8135 Glassier Open Space Parking 1/17/2017 2:30 PM
2:00pm Tagged gray Honda Element had been moved from upper Smuggler lot to lower Smuggler lot. It still cannot be parked overnight. We should tag if still here tomorrow.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 1/17/2017 2:30 PM
4:30pm Responded to report from Alec Parker of woman (ski cap, brown hair, dark pants, gray dog & golden retriever) with two dogs in Glassier OS closure. I followed the woman's tracks across the leased field to a gate on adjacent private land west of the closure gate. I met with Alec; he had multiple chickens killed today and he suspected a dog was to blame. He's out to get the guilty animal. One vehicle was parked at trailhead (red Jeep, CO:WYM-368).
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/17/2017 12:00 PM
Cited Bryan Langford for sight /waste at kiosk, extremely bizarre rude man
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/17/2017 11:30 AM
12:30pm Took report of an "avalanche" on fat tire bike trail beneath west end of Terrell Wade Bridge. It appears Ski Co. pushed a large amount of snow off edge of parking lot, which tumbled onto trail. The debris pile is about 50' long and contains chunks of snow 3-4' long. I notified Nordic and 1958.
8135 Administration Penalty Assessment 1/17/2017 10:00 AM
10:30am Accepted citation payment from H. Balding (paid by Michael J. Thomas of GWS?).
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 1/17/2017 8:00 AM
9:00am Responded to emails from J. Kravitz (ACES), who requested ACES be informed any time someone trespasses on their meadow adjacent to the "sacred side" of North Star Preserve. I reiterated SAR was unpredicted emergency and assured him that rangers strictly enforce the closure.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 1/16/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm Requested deputy tag a gray Honda Element (CO:QSO-775) parked overnight in upper Smug Lot. I found this vehicle abandoned atop Smuggler Mtn in Nov. 2015, and it has been associated with trash and camping on Smuggler. It is registered to Leslee Francis, but it's allegedly driven by her partner. 15 said he would contact RO and tag vehicle. The vehicle was not tagged by 3:00pm, so I pink-tagged it. 15 said we should ticket if still here tomorrow.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/16/2017 1:00 PM
2:30pm Chatted with Ben Dodge of 10th Mtn Huts as he skied down from Benedict Huts. Lodge thanked us for outreaching snowmobilers about regs. The huts have had some moto trespass this season, but things seem to be getting better. Lodge reported a snowmobile track by Robbie Wade picnic area. I am not sure if these are the same tracks I saw earlier this month.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 1/15/2017 2:30 PM
4:00pm Contacted four skiers/snowshoers from GWS on near knoll above Jackrabbit Ridge Rd. on edge of Sky Mtn Park closure. The group stated they skied up from Tom Blake Lot, saw the "no snowshoe" sign on Owl Creek XC Trail, and crossed the street to ascend the ridge. Their tracks and explanation of their route indicated they went out and back to the knoll on the boundary of private land & TOSV Hidden Valley Open Space. I checked with GIS, and determined the group trespassed on private land, but did not clearly enter open space nor was this their intent. I turned the group over to 242 as they were in TOSV jurisdiction. We lectured about winter wildlife and being aware of your surroundings (i.e. private land boundaries). I referred them to Pitkin Outside for trail and habitat closure info. 242 recommended they hike Gov't Trail instead. We pounded in wooden stakes in a "X" in the group's very obvious skin-track to avoid repeat issues until new snow falls.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/15/2017 12:30 PM
12:30pm APD is having some running dispute with Matthew Franzen at the old log cabin on Park Circle (adjacent to lower Smug lot). Franzen is likely the guy we've contacted repeatedly snowmobiling on Smuggler Mtn. Rd. From recent interactions with APD, Franzen sounds like a handful.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 1/15/2017 12:00 PM
12:30pm Looking at the ski tracks from yesterday's Strawberry Gulch rescue, it appears the rescuers & subject exited the backside of AJAX via Ed Bass's private property and footbridge.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 1/15/2017 11:00 AM
11:35am Yet another wellfare check request for a screaming man in Marolt OS (there have been about a half dozen this winter?).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 1/15/2017 9:30 AM
9:30am Dispatch received a report of a large lion sighting at Red Mtn Rd and Willoughby Way. This may be the same lion that killed and ate an elk near Stage Ct. on Fri/Sat. Either way, it sounds like there is at least one lion active in the Rio Grande Trail/Hunter Creek area. I can post lion awareness signage, if necessary.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 1/15/2017 9:30 AM
11:30am Patrolled area of lion sighting, but saw no kitty. However, I did see 8-10 cow elk bedded down and foraging near upper RGY between Trail and Willoughby Way road (I later saw this same herd bedded down near the Willoughby-Red Mtn intersection - prime lion territory!). I pointed the elk out to an Aspen newcomer, who subsequently asked me "who do the elk belong to"... I wasn't sure how to answer that question.
8135 Open Space & Trails Resource Damage 1/14/2017 3:30 PM
3:00pm Took photos of massive roof avalanche at Aspen Ranger Station - the front door is blocked by a 5' pile of snow with remnants of a cornice still hanging over the sidewalk and southeast side of the building. I restrung caution tape around the hazard to keep people out from under the hanging snow.
8135 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 1/14/2017 3:30 PM
FYI - CPW will be doing wildlife counts by helicopter today (Crystal Valley/RF Valley) and tomorrow (Light Hill, Williams Hill, Crown).
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 1/14/2017 1:00 PM
3:30pm Monitored a SAR from North Star Preserve. Out of bounds skier got lost in Strawberry Gulch (steep, narrow gulch east of Walsh's Gulch). 2 Ski Co. and 1 MRA responded from AJAX and skied subject out to McFarlane Gulch Rd. "Iron Eagle" egress via closed side of the Preserve. I monitored gulch by binoculars from the Preserve. I met Medic 93, 12, and Scott (MRA/10th Mtn Huts) at South Gate lot. I helped determine which gulch was Strawberry Gulch and assisted in finding best access. MRA did not end up needing to exit the closed area via the locked OST gate. As the lost subject did not intend to trespass on the habitat closure, no enforcement action was necessary.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 1/14/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm Tagged snowmobile is gone from Smug. I encountered one randonee skier on Smug Mtn Rd and just missed another large group - it seems the road is becoming popular with a select group of uphillers. I've seen 5-6 non-hut trip ski tourers this week. Perhaps the County should buy the winter rangers an AT setup so we can stay connected with our visitors...
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 1/14/2017 9:00 AM
9:30am Verbal Warning: Heather Presch for DOL (golden doodle-type dog) while XC skiing on RGT west of Arciero TH. Presch saw me, skied back to her car (CO:456-LAR, black Audi Q4), pulled out quickly, and promptly slid off the road into a ditch. Presch's car was very stuck. I took the opportunity to lecture her about the leash law. Presch admitted to turning around and attempting to avoid me. (This is likely why she ended up in the ditch). Further warnings will likely not work on Presch.
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/13/2017 12:00 PM
complaint of snomo tracks on a portion of Benedict Nordic Tr, yes on our easement but on private Property , most likely the groomer for the private trail. MK notified.
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Signage 1/13/2017 12:00 PM
I installed 3 "No Walkers" signs at all NoStar access points. Able to cite now if necessary
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 1/13/2017 10:00 AM
broken down purple snow mobile parked blocking kiosk, I had 67 tag it with their SO tag, 24 hrs is as long as I would like to allow it there.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 1/10/2017 12:30 PM
1:30pm Checked on upper HC Valley Lot to make sure it was being maintained during storms. One young dog walker pulled in while I was in the lot. I gave her a map to general parking in the BLM Lot (prepared by Comm. Dev).
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 1/10/2017 12:00 PM
12:30pm I shoveled out lower Smug kiosk. Quiet on Smug. I saw one splitboarder heading up for a tour and no one else.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 1/10/2017 11:00 AM
12:00pm Tagged silver Audi sedan (CO: 991-DQG) parked overnight (snow covered, no tracks, empty inside except for car seat and XC skis) in North Gate Lot.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 1/10/2017 10:30 AM
11:00am Monitored a call regarding some sort of dispute between a dog owner and another person near Mill St. Bridge. One individual threatened to "put a bullet" in the other person's head. Unsure if this incident occurred on the trail. APD issued a summons.
8135 Administration Maintenance 1/09/2017 12:30 PM
2:00pm Shoveled and salted Aspen Ranger Station sidewalks. Dug the admin mailbox out from beneath a plowspoils snow bank. Purely awful, wet, unseasonably gross weather. Roads are flooded and there was a mudslide in Redstone. Where is my snow?
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 1/09/2017 11:00 AM
12:00pm Educational contact with a (fool)hardy soul walking a dog off-leash down middle of HWY82 in absolutely terrible rain-snow downpour. I contacted him at South Gate. I advised him to leash dog if he wants to walk along Preserve and reminded him no dogs are allowed on XC track.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 1/09/2017 9:00 AM
9:30am Uploaded last on January TRAFx data to the internet. Updated ranger manual with TRAFx operation & troubleshooting instructions.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 1/09/2017 8:00 AM
9:00am Made follow up calls to P. Kienast (reduced ticket to written warning) and H. Balding (reminded her I can accept fine payment until 1/16/17). Despite Balding's very close resemblance to a woman who has given false ID twice on RGT @ BHS, it turns out "Holly Balding" is a real person. I was sure I had been duped...
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Dog Offense 1/08/2017 2:00 PM
2:20pm Verbal Warning: Kate Concillo for small DOL while XC skiing. Previous contact said Concillo was "uninformed," so I took time to inform her and lectured about winter wildlife rationale for leash law and the $100 fine. I referred her to Pitkin Outside for dog regs by trail.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Dog Offense 1/08/2017 2:00 PM
2:45pm Verbal Warning: Jim Petrie for DOL ("Orson," old malemute) while taking photos at Stein Falls. Pleasant old dog. Petrie lives in North 40. He was reluctant to leash dog. I referred him to Pitkin Outside for trail regs, although he already knows the rules. First warning.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/08/2017 2:00 PM
3:30pm Sticky snow made for a slow XC patrol of the RGT below Stein Park. Unsurprisingly, I saw poor compliance with leash law.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/08/2017 12:00 PM
12:30pm Shoveled out North Gate stairs. Answered questions from snowshoers and a skier about Nordic regs.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 1/08/2017 9:30 AM
10:00am Encountered about 10 cow elk between trail and river at Duffy's Wiggles. I took photos for JU and outreached hikers in the area for a nature learning moment.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 1/07/2017 2:30 PM
3:30pm Came upon D&D Towing blocking both lanes of 2112 McClain Flats Rd. The tow truck had cables under tension strung across the road while attempting to extricate a semi truck from a slick driveway. I put on light bars while traffic was stopped. Eventually D&D turned the job over to a different company with a bigger truck and called 59 for traffic control.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/07/2017 12:00 PM
1:00pm Encountered a large group of snowmachines on Smuggler Mtn Rd (3 snowmobiles, 3 snowbikes). The riders drove respectfully when they saw me, but I heard multiple complaints from hikers about excessive noise, fumes, and speed. I explained the county road is open to vehicle year-round. I have spoken to two of the snowmobilers, and I suspect them of trespassing on 10th Mtn Trail a week or so ago. I hiked into the back trails, but I saw no fresh snowmachine tracks.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 1/07/2017 11:30 AM
12:00pm Emptied both Smuggler dog pots.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/07/2017 10:30 AM
11:30am Helped dog out 1957's bogged down nordic grooming snowmobile in North Star Preserve. Snowmobile got stuck in plow spoils while setting first walking track along East of Aspen Trail. I told him it would be Ok to drive out into the meadow a bit to escape bad snow. The walking track was later completed and it will hopefully entice walkers away from the XC trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/07/2017 9:30 AM
10:00am Very cold and quiet DV. Emptied AK dog pot, per BG's request.
839 Jaffee Park Parking 1/06/2017 2:30 PM
Jaffee needs a good plowing and I am unable to contact the night R and B man
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/06/2017 12:30 PM
vehicle augered on Moore tr at Alberta's trying to turn around, I ameliorated as best I could with shovel. Cats will clean up.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 1/06/2017 8:30 AM
serious inundation of all doggi pots and kiosks, stairs etc All mucked out at Smugg, North Star
839 Open Space & Trails Trails 1/05/2017 8:00 AM
All counters harvested except Smugg and I am good with not harvesting Brush and Owl for a month or two.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 1/04/2017 2:00 PM
2:00pm Verbal Warning: Rosemary Ranck of Hotchkiss, CO for DOL ("Scout," heeler-mix) on RGT @ Stein Park. Referred to Pitkin Outside for local trail map & regs. Ranck is accurate ID per internet search, despite close description to another Rosemary warned repeatedly for DOL heeler on Upper RGT.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/04/2017 2:00 PM
2:30pm Observed a trio of ice climbers on RGT coming back from Stein Falls. That ice must be thin...
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 1/04/2017 12:30 PM
12:45pm Fielded questions about back country skiing from father-son pair of skiers on Smuggler. The duo had airbag backs and the whole shot. They were looking for the "Notch." I have no idea what the Notch is, but I recommended they look into Ashcroft, Marble, and Richmond Ridge for better ski touring. I cautioned them about dangerous avy conditions forecast for tomorrow.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/04/2017 12:30 PM
1:45pm Outreached two snowmobilers in lower Smug lot (tan Tacoma, white Jeep) Answered questions about Benedict Huts and reviewed no moto reg for OST trails + HC Valley. The riders claimed to know the trail rules, but from the description of where they rode it wouldn't surprise me if they've trespassed on our trails before.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 1/04/2017 11:00 AM
12:30pm Evidence of snowmobile trespass on 10th Mtn Trail - out and back tracks from the road a few days old.
839 Hunter Creek Trail Meeting/Planning 1/04/2017 10:00 AM
Spent time on consult with ComDev Waller about Hunter Valley parking and road use
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 1/03/2017 2:30 PM
3:00pm 68 pulled a stuck vehicle out of the snow at Upper HC trailhead.
839 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 1/03/2017 2:00 PM
COA BL gave us 3 brand new Doggi Pot dispensers, still in box, are the green plastic style, stored in Maintenance Shed
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 1/03/2017 1:00 PM
1:00pm Righted orange barrels in upper Smug lot. Restocked bags in lower Smug dog pot.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 1/03/2017 12:00 PM
12:00pm Educational contact with woman walking DOL x 4 on Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd. I asked her to leash up dogs to respect Snowmass Chapel cemetery. I also reviewed Sky MP habitat closure and TOSV leash law. Dogs and hiker did not enter closure - I watched them walk road to turnaround and back. Woman's truck (CO:PQL-233) was parked at snow berm. 242/243 stopped by earlier to check on vehicle. Parking spot doesn't seem like an issue, but the area is worth monitoring due to access to Sky MP.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/03/2017 8:00 AM
Cartegraph time-tracking is live.
839 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 1/03/2017 8:00 AM
Call of men on Dart CE with rifles, PC12 responded, men w/private land elk tags
839 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/02/2017 3:00 PM
Hunter ck tr very slick
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/02/2017 2:00 PM
Stil no plowing of West buttermilk OCT lot. > m kuhn
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 1/02/2017 12:00 PM
Smugg very quiet, very grey
839 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/02/2017 10:00 AM
2 couples of walkers on trail in <1 hr I have ordered Repro signs to frost the cake.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 1/01/2017 1:00 PM
12:40pm Tagged a Triton XT snowmobile tilt-trailer (CO: QSP-986) parked 24hrs+ in lower Smuggler lot. This trailer contributed to the Smuggler Mtn parking chaos on New Year's Eve.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/31/2016 2:00 PM
3:00pm Lots of elk tracks, but no sign of human trespass on Sky MP/7 Star visible with binoculars.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 12/31/2016 12:30 PM
1:00pm Ultra-busy day on Smuggler with all parking spaces full. I took a call for 59 regarding parking chaos at Smuggler. I moved two vehicles on from signed "no parking" area near mail boxes (I was surprised to find this was OST property) and tagged two more (one near mailboxes and one on Smug Mtn Rd near R&B snow berm).
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 12/31/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Contacted Samantha Cordts-Pierce for dropping dog's leash on Lani White Trail. Considering the uniquely complicated history between OST and Cordts-Pierce, I lectured her and made it clear she will not receive any more warnings from OST for dog violations. Next ticket will be $500.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 12/31/2016 9:30 AM
9:50am Citation: Holly Balding for DOL (gray pit bull) on RGT @ BHS (zero tolerance area). She was understandably unhappy, but cooperative.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 12/31/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Verbal Warning: Debbie Ware for DOL ("Tupper," nice black & white dog) with XC skiing on RGT @ Rainbow Lane. Very polite woman and very friendly dog. Handed out leash and Pitkin Outside card.
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 12/30/2016 3:30 PM
4:00pm Took call from Dispatch regarding stranded motorist beyond Lenado closure gate. I informed Dispatch this is USFS property, and suggested they contact MRA or PCSO.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/30/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Dispatch called me with complaint about 11 cars parked in McCloskey Lot. I informed them I had tagged one vehicle and already notified the County Code Enforcement Officer. I updated Waller on this issue.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/30/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm Verbal Warning: Emily Kolbe for DOL x 2 (nice goldens) while skate skiing RGT @ Stein. First warning. Referred her to Pitkin Outside for dog regs and Nordic trail map.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails North Star Nature Preserve 12/30/2016 1:30 PM
1:45pm Took report of rude walkers and wayward snow shoers on North Star XC track. I spoke with RPs and gave them my card if future issues arise.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 12/30/2016 12:00 PM
Cows out on RGT at Stott Mill by BHS, Stott/Soucie contacted
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 12/30/2016 11:30 AM
1:30pm HC Valley/McCloskey Lot is jam packed with hut trip vehicles. I tagged one vehicle parked and blocking the Communications gate. Someone (private landowners?) slapped bright orange "VIOLATION" stickers on the windows of cars parked along Red Mtn Rd. outside the designated parking area. The stickers have no agency emblem and state vehicles are "Hereby subject to towing and impoundment." I documented and passed along to County Code Enforcement, Patrick Waller.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 12/30/2016 8:30 AM
9:30am At long last, Cartegraph is ready for Ranger testing... it should be relatively painless (and even better once we migrate completely to a single time-tracking program).
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 12/30/2016 8:00 AM
8:30am Replied to inquiry from 59 about OST's "plan" for Randy Alsup. I informed 59 that Alsup has moved his vehicle to 24hr parking in the Intercept Lot, as requested, and explained OST has no plan for Randy beyond keeping our trail heads clear of overnight parking and helping him out if we can. PCSO is assisting Randy in applying for his driver's license.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 12/29/2016 2:30 PM
3:10pm Contacted Randy Alsup (owner/resident of orange truck) on McClain Flats Rd. east of Sunnyside TH. I informed Alsup overnight parking was not permitted in our lots, and I requested he move the truck to 24hr parking in the Intercept Lot. Alsup stated that he was staying up in Castle Creek, and explained that his truck starter does not work so he must park on a steep hill. Alsup was polite, but a little erratic. 15 sent a patrol officer my way. According to 15, Alsup struggles with mental illness. I declined to give Alsup a ride, as the trail was nearby and I know Alsup can be a bit unpredictable. 59 gave Alsup a ride into town.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/28/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Written Warning: Chris Newberry for DOL ("Mason" Catahoula) on RGT @ Gold Butte. Nice guy, but knows rule and stated he will eventually have to pay the $100 fine. I lectured Newberry about winter wildlife and referred him to Pitkin Outside for regs & trail info. Spotted a second DOL on Stein Trail, but was it was gone by the time I crossed the bridge.
8135 Open Space Properties Special Event 12/28/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Distributed one more box of calendars to Basalt Library and Town Hall. There is still about a handful of calendars left in 108 and a half a box at the USFS station.
8135 Sunnyside Trail Illegal Camping 12/28/2016 9:00 AM
10:00am Tagged Randy Alsup's orange unlicensed truck camped in Sunnyside TH. This is at least the second time he's parked overnight in this lot. He has also camped in Molly Gibson Park. PCSO is aware of the ongoing issue. Should we direct him to park in the Intercept Lot?
839 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 12/27/2016 3:00 PM
I put last partial box of calendars in 108 for PH to distribute in Basalt per JU, she said Basalt townhall wanted some more, please deliver.
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/27/2016 1:00 PM
West Bmlk Rd lot at OCT neglected, seems to be West Bmilk HOA that plows it (?) passed this on to M Kuhn for satisfaction
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 12/27/2016 11:00 AM
I observed that same old orange beater Chevy P.U. Parked sideways at the Sunnyside Trailhead on McClain Flats Rd. Needs follow up
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 12/27/2016 11:00 AM
Tagged numerous bags of goodies on Smugg Rd
839 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 12/27/2016 9:00 AM
Formulated and mailed letter to B Ilowiecki for court date reminder
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 12/26/2016 10:00 AM
Silver F150 w/blue topper, skier bearded dude w/bulk lab possibly overnighted in lot
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/24/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Posted "no dogs" sign at Maroon Ct. neighborhood access to Moore OS.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 12/24/2016 11:00 AM
11:00am Nordic has significantly improved signage at NSP XC track and made it clear to visitors that foot traffic is not allowed on groomed trail. Thanks, Nordic.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/24/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Quiet DV. Two skijourers on RGT @ BHS. One set of foot prints and vehicle tracks on Glassier access road - not sure if they continue beyond closure gate.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Resource Damage 12/24/2016 9:00 AM
9:00am Black Subaru has been removed from Brush Creek Trail. No damage observed from towing process.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 12/23/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm No evidence of trespass in Sky MP. Some footprints on Brush Creek Trail. Tenants of Koutsoubos/Anderson ranch are driving their snowmobiles along the edge of Brush Creek Trail, but this doesn't seem to be a problem so long as they don't leave their property.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 12/23/2016 2:30 PM
3:30pm A black Subaru Forester (CO: 735-WQF) is stuck in Brush Creek Trail. The car launched off the road and broke a wheel. No resource damage evident. Car was tagged by PCSO at 11:00am for removal within 72hrs. Car is jam packed full of skis, suitcases, and other valuable looking stuff. Notified 839.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 12/23/2016 12:30 PM
1:30pm I chipped out a third of the HCT staircase, and stashed a yellow handle shovel on the uphill side of the bottom stairs.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/23/2016 8:30 AM
11:00am Posted regulatory signage (no dogs/bikes, snowshoe on outside edge, etc.) at accesses to NSP XC track. Signage could still be improved to direct snowshoe traffic and ward off walkers. Nordic should help.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 12/23/2016 8:00 AM
9:20am Spoke with Paul Kienast by phone to remind him of citation payment deadline. Kienast indicated he wants to settle - I extended the deadline until next Thursday, and I informed him the ticket will otherwise be submitted to the court next Friday.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 12/22/2016 3:30 PM
4:00pm Wrote supplement to Anderson report. I will make follow calls tomorrow to Anderson (and Ilowiecki, if necessary) in regards to payment deadlines and assigned court dates.
8135 Open Space Properties Special Event 12/22/2016 2:00 PM
3:00pm 835 is all out of calendars. I spread the last calendars among Wheeler, PitCo Lib, Benedict Bldg, and Aspen PO. There is still one box left with JU at Aspen Ranger Station.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Nordic 12/22/2016 2:00 PM
RGT is skiing terrific, Stein Falls very soft, warm. A Ex was climbing it yesterday.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/22/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm No regulatory signage posted at accesses to North Star XC track. I observed foot traffic punching holes in groomed snow. I contacted 1958 and E. Gosney to improve signage - they've got it covered.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 12/22/2016 11:30 AM
12:30pm Encountered several large groups of out-of-state hikers and snowshoers on Hunter-Smuggler loop. I answered questions about trail system and referred all to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 12/22/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Verbal Warning: Gabby Raphelson for dog under poor voice & sight control ("Ralph", golden doodle). I watched dog jump and try to pull a glove off a female hiker's hand. The hiker did not indicate she was bitten. I warned Raphelson about hazards of walking mouthy dog in litigious Aspen. Raphelson was very apologetic and leashed dog for the descent hike.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 12/22/2016 9:30 AM
11:00am Took report of two aggressive sheep dogs that snapped at RP's small dog and allegedly "scared" his wife. RP's wife seemed unconcerned. I answered questions about leash law and gave the RP my card to report future issues. Busy morning on Smuggler.
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Bicycle Action 12/22/2016 9:00 AM
Long tour at golf course with BL. Oriented to MTB course, lost of talk about signage and multi use
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 12/22/2016 8:00 AM
8:30am DJ (R&B) reported Communications has had TOSV plow out parking area at Jack Rabbit Ridge gate to facilitate snowmobile access to tower. We should keep an eye on this area for trespass/illegal parking.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/21/2016 3:00 PM
River trail quiet, jump on Meadows bridge reported, trail under slaughterhouse bridge is plowed and will stay that way this year in a Mgt. Change
839 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 12/21/2016 1:00 PM
Removed 3 spruces on trail, all leashes stocked, unable to find stashed shovel at steps
839 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 12/21/2016 12:00 PM
Put it boo at so gate, shoveled steps at no lot All no star now groomed
839 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 12/21/2016 9:30 AM
839 out of calendars !
839 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 12/21/2016 8:30 AM
60 head of elk trying to cross 82 at a Woods Rd, false reporting
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Bicycle Action 12/20/2016 2:30 PM
Fat snow bike groomed trail at golf course now installed, bike trespass(es) on Moore OS, need patrolling
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/20/2016 1:30 PM
Smugg busy, keep eye on bag replacement
839 Moore Open Space Signage 12/20/2016 12:30 PM
Installed no dogs and no bikes signs at Alberta Moore trail crossing
839 Open Space & Trails Parking 12/19/2016 1:30 PM
A Chapel, white suburban 425 HVL and red Chevy 2500PU 909 LND parking bad enough to restrict traffic flow, tagged
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 12/18/2016 2:00 PM
3:30pm Posted plow sign at Steven's Street-RGT. Trail access road was nearly impassable due to snow.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/18/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm 3 x DOL contacts on City section of upper RGT. 2 in the first 100 yards from the Post Office end. 1 about a mile in - Verbal Warning for Eric Spomer ("Otis", big lab mixed-breed). Nice guy with lots of bear questions. Lectured all about winter wildlife concerns and referred to Pitkin Outside for trail regs reference.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/18/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Noticed a few characters on Smug. A resident from the log cabin near lower Smug lot is walking his dogs (choc. lab & ridgeback) by snowmobile again. The dogs appeared to stick close to his machine. I also observed a man in an old orange truck (often parked near Smug, bald W M, suitcases, expired temp plate in window) who may have camped overnight in Molly Gibson Park. I saw this truck parked in Sunnyside TH lot earlier this week around the time I saw a hitchhiker on McClain Flat Rd. (with a yellow dry bag similar to the one in the truck bed). I have contacted this individual in the past. He was polite with me, but he later stated to 836 that he is mentally unstable and advised us to be cautious. Contact PCSO if he is still there tomorrow.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 12/18/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Tagged orange truck camped in Molly Gibson snow bank. I observed occupant leave with suitcases and catch the Hunter Creek bus. I worked with 12 to pass along issue. I know the RO has history with local LE. I believe 66 is friendly with him. There is still orange "evidence" tape on the truck's doorframe (I believe it was towed from Castle Creek Rd. and impounded earlier this year in the area of an illegal campsite). Vehicle was moved by 1:30pm. 121 identified the man as Randy Alsup (sp?).
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 12/18/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Shoveled off lower Smug kiosk roof to prevent it from toppling over. Shoveled out upper Smug dog pot. The upper Smug lot is still unplowed.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 12/18/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am All the North Star Preserve lots are inaccessible and buried 2' deep in pow.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 12/18/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Stumped by Cartegraph yet again - I sent J. B. a list of questions. Assuming she can resolve some issues, I should be able to get the program up and running for the ranger program late next week.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Special Event 12/17/2016 3:00 PM
3:00pm Ski tour-patrolled Hunter-Smuggler. Came across a couple hut trip parties and several other snow-loving hikers. I broke trail from HC Valley to the summit of Smug in almost 2' powder. Amazing.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 12/17/2016 11:00 AM
11:00am Shoveled path to lower Smug dog pot. Tagged black Jeep (CO:941-PXP) parked on edge of snowy lower Smug parking and partially blocking Park Circle Dr. I notified CROs of issue.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 12/17/2016 10:30 AM
10:45am Responded to possible heart attack at Vine & Lone Pine. 60+yo female patient on the ground with weakness, tingling arms, chest pain. History of heart issues. I helped load patient into ambi. 142 drove ambi to AVH.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 12/17/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am All OST parking lots and trailheads look like they will be inaccessible until at least mid-day. There is a 4 foot snow berm blocking Smuggler parking and 82 east of town is impassable. Winter is finally here!
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 12/17/2016 9:30 AM
9:30am Broke trail into the upper HC Valley lot with 108 to help out some hut trippers (including Austin from City of Aspen). Road was partially plowed by contractors. I conscripted a R&B plow to clear the HC BLM lot by 11:00am to make room for hut trippers. Some hut trip vehicles appear pretty well snowed in. I did a mini snow pack study in HC Valley - snow is super unstable with depth hoar base and a 18" slab that broke easily with hand pressure. I advised hit groups to be careful out there!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/17/2016 8:30 AM
8:30am Chaos on the roads. About 18" of fresh snow in PW lot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/17/2016 8:30 AM
8:30am Chaos on the roads. About 18" of fresh snow in PW lot.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/16/2016 12:30 PM
12:00pm Someone called in another complaint about a man "ranting and raving" in Marolt LZ. The RP was "scared to use the trail." 114 followed up with RP. I checked Marolt and it appeared to be the same individual as before. He was spinning around and acting erratic in nasty wet, snowy weather. Hopefully he doesn't get hypothermia.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 12/15/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Checked on "smashed up" car reported to be along BC Rd. near Seven Star Rd. GOA.
8135 Open Space Properties Special Event 12/15/2016 9:30 AM
11:00am Delivered OST calendars to the tiny Meredith Post Office.
839 Redstone Park Parking 12/14/2016 8:00 AM
White Subaru CO 036 YJS ( allegedly belongs to Miriam Leone of Redstone Blvd.) parked overnight continually, by report of General Store employee. I tagged it.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/13/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Robert Ball was reportedly screaming "scripture" in the Marolt LZ. Patrick Breslin was reported to be doing something similar a few days ago. ...Odd. 839 took a second complaint about Mr. Ball doing the same thing (and frightening people) later in the day.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 12/13/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Observed crew planting willows along private land bordering East of Aspen Trail west of McFarlane Gulch Rd. - this will help keep people from jumping fence and trespassing on private land to reach the river. I also checked on the trimmed, downed spruce in the river at James H. Smith OS - it looks great and no longer blocks the channel.
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 12/12/2016 3:00 PM
New pay system self and supervisor evals due this month.. PH and JA will meet on this.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 12/12/2016 2:00 PM
Responded to complaint of Jay Parker, two women parked ridiculously, along barrels on Smugg Rd. Blocking lane on super icy hill. Ticketed Courtney Sheeley and Shane Morgan . Reduced to warnings with lecture on blondness.
839 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 12/12/2016 10:30 AM
Stocked library, courthouse, city hall, APO, CMC, airport, Louis Swiss
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 12/12/2016 8:30 AM
Met with Basha and Wojtik Ilowiecki to hear her excuse. Will consult with 835 and write Sup
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Mutual Aid 12/11/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Took call for 57 and removed two large boulders from Upper River Rd. near Mile 8 west of Jaffee Park. ...I was just barely able to shove the things off the road. That section of roadside is continuing to calve off rocks.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/11/2016 1:30 PM
2:30pm Checked perimeter of Sky MP - no sign of trespass at Airline, Viewline, 7SR, or Cozyline access points.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/11/2016 11:30 AM
12:40pm Played hike planner/wildlife expert for a couple of nice Bostonian snowshoers at Smuggler summit interested in exploring the woods. I referred them to Pitkin Outside and fielded questions about big bad lions and bears.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Penalty Assessment 12/11/2016 11:30 AM
11:50am Citation: Paul Kienast for failure to remove dog waste/dog out of sight control. Dog pooped once at Mollie Gibson and once at "Silver Brick" driveway on Smuggler Mtn. Rd. Kienast never saw it. I gave Kienast a bag to clean up the second pile. Generally cooperative guy. Second time I have contacted him for a dog violation.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 12/11/2016 9:30 AM
9:40am Tagged black sedan (Dodge Avenger, CO:NQI-474) parked poorly taking two spots in Stein Park. I watched driver leave car and head up Stein Trail with alpine ski gear - no ski area parking permitted.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/11/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Written Warning: Audrey Holmes for two DOL on City's Meadowlands OS/river trail. One dog briefly gave chase after a mule doe. I was not sure of the City's enforcement ethic in that area, so I issued a written warning on a City form (instead of a ticket) and gave a stern lecture. I made it very clear this was Holmes' last warning, and I explained I could've issued multiple tickets for DOL/wildlife. Holmes was very polite and seemed to honestly feel bad about harassing winter wildlife. I notified 1958 of issue.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 12/11/2016 9:30 AM
11:00am Did a welfare check on two teens wading/rock hopping in the Roaring Fork River near Stein Park. From my vantage point it had appeared one of them fell into the water - it turned out the kid fell on wet rocks, but not fully into the river. The duo were fine, just taking goofy selfies while freezing their butts off in the river. Millennials...
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Wildlife 12/10/2016 1:30 PM
2:15pm Spotted a massive bald eagle on the Lazy Glen OS riverbank. It was still there an hour later.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Resource Damage 12/10/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm The stop sign at the Owl Creek Trail-Road intersection was taken out by a car that slid off the road. I notified Ted. Not a big deal until next summer.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 12/10/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Justin Schaaf is living and panhandling in the Intercept Lot again.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/10/2016 11:30 AM
12:10pm Educational contact with a very friendly Caroline Moore regarding leash law on uppermost section of the RGT. Ms. Moore is out and about again after her nasty accident on the icy RGT below Stein Park last winter.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 12/10/2016 10:30 AM
10:30am Checked out a small photo shoot at Molly Gibson park. 1958 says it is not an issue. It just looks like a cool art project.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 12/10/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am South Gate is a total mushy, snowy quagmire difficult to navigate even in the Tacoma. It needs a plow! Contractors are still doing a great job of minimizing parking footprint along HWY82 and shuttling workers from the closure gate. KORU deserves kudos.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/10/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Took welfare check call for 117 in Marolt OS. Man was reported to be screaming in the paraglider landing zone. I contacted Patrick Breslin. He was acting a bit erratic, but he seemed happy and said he was enjoying his winter hike. 117 did another welfare check on Breslin (who was sleeping on the library floor and refusing to leave) an hour later.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 12/10/2016 8:00 AM
9:30am Finished Ilowiecki report 3.0 (or is this 4.0?). Sent to 839 for approval.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Penalty Assessment 12/09/2016 3:30 PM
4:30pm Oh, what fun... Cited Barbara Ilowiecki for DOL 3rd Offense. Ilowiecki again, for the second or third time, claimed not to speak English and attempted to give false ID, but I already knew who she was. In the past, Ilowiecki has required LEO assistance to get her to cooperate. I ultimately served Ilowiecki at her residence with 75 in tow. I anticipate seeing Ilowiecki in court. The off-leash dog jumped on Ilowiecki throughout our contact and later jumped all over 75 when we visited Ilowiecki at her residence. This dog has bitten other people and pets in the past, and it continues to be totally out of control. Ilowiecki persists in claiming she does not understand the "problem" with walking her dog without a leash.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 12/09/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Still no sign of hut trippers on Smug or Hunter Creek. The snow definitely looks like it would support some skiers. The HCT BLM lot is well plowed and clean of trash.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 12/09/2016 8:30 AM
11:00am I drafted a "how to" guide for Cartegraph timetracking and saved it to the ranger folder in the G-Drive. Enjoy...
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 12/08/2016 11:00 AM
12:00pm Took a report from Diana Ecklestone of woman with two dogs under poor voice & sight control. One dog jumped on Ecklestone's small dog, and a verbal confrontation ensued. I listened to Ecklestone's story, explained what rangers do to prevent this behavior, and gave her my contact info. Ecklestone calmed down significantly and was very polite after our conversation. I checked the Cutoff Trail, but UTL on the other dog owner (local female, black hair, possibly Asian, with one dark colored dog "Enzo" and one tan dog).
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 12/08/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Restocked busiest Aspen calendar boxes.
839 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 12/08/2016 8:00 AM
calendars to Redstone Store, AVSC, AHS, Woody Ck PO
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 12/07/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm Shoveled out lower Smug kiosk and restocked dog bags. Trash can is mostly empty. All up valley OST lots could use a plow.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 12/07/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Installed "no commercial parking" signs at North Lot (1) and South Gate (2) lots at North Star. I don't think we will have more construction parking problems, as it appears the contractors hired Aspen Whitewater to shuttle workers to and from parking at the Indy Pass closure gate (seems they took a lesson from the North Star tubers...).
839 Open Space & Trails Parking 12/06/2016 11:30 AM
long talk with jeff godfread of KORU about parking, we will work together with signs, tags and parking. I have 3 signs to be installed at No Star
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 12/06/2016 10:00 AM
BOCC OSTB joint meeting, 2 homeless joined the tribe for the free lunch ! GT presented "year in review"
839 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 12/05/2016 11:30 AM
I stocked calendars: aspen, ols smass POs, aspen , basalt town halls ,both libraries, courthouse, Pitco office, Saxys
839 Administration Wildlife 12/05/2016 8:30 AM
AT called about coyote facts..Gosney's little dog got lured and ripped apart by dogs on AK and died after 2 operations ! PH please install coyote sign at AK Trailhead
839 Administration Wildlife 12/05/2016 8:30 AM
Ollie Bodie from the Kennel at bottom of AK called, she live trapped a large bob cat at the kennel after it killed a turkey. Kurtis relocated it
8135 Brush Creek Trail Dog Offense 12/04/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm Written Warning: Ben Ray (from Argentina) for entering/bringing leashed dog into Brush Creek closure. I contacted Ray after he walked past closure signage at the roundabout end of Brush Creek Trail. Ray's English was very limited. Ray was very cooperative, and he explained that he was the phone and overlooked signs on the way to photograph the historic structure near the river. I lectured him about winter wildlife and issued the warning in Spanish (as best I could).
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 12/04/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am Only one set of fresh human tracks at the Glassier trails - they turned around before the gate where the person likely saw the "property closed" sign. There were no closure rope? (So I strung one at the trail access next to the gate).
8135 Glassier Open Space Counters 12/04/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm I entered the Glassier closure briefly via a less obvious route to harvest the two Glassier counters - we can now leave these alone until spring.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Counters 12/04/2016 10:00 AM
10:00am Fixed TRAFx Dock and collected mid-valley counters. Dart counter appears to have been struck by something - agricultural equipment? The post is broken, batteries were knocked out of the counter, and bolts were loose. I was able to fix the counter and post well enough to hold out the winter.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/03/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Searched Smug Mtn. Rd. for missing dog - UTL.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/03/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Answered questions about elk and aspen trees from hikers on Smug. The group heard my radio spot on APR. I referred them to Jamie W. of ACES for answers to their more complicated forest health questions.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 12/03/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Educational contact with man driving dirt bike on sidewalk at Park Circle. He was trying to get get fuel into the carburetor before winterizing the bike, and he did not want to drive on the ice. He agreed to do this somewhere else and not drive on the sidewalk.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 12/03/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Delivered 4 boxes of OST calendars to Aspen Ranger Station. Janet requested "a ton" of them. Many boxes left at PW.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 12/02/2016 4:00 PM
4:30pm OST calendars have arrived!
8135 Seven Star Ranch Closed Area 12/02/2016 1:30 PM
3:00pm Finished buttoning up 7 Star OS closure. All closures are now well signed and should be obvious to the public.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Counters 12/02/2016 1:30 PM
3:30pm TRAFx dock is down yet again...
839 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 12/02/2016 12:00 PM
North lot = tagged TJ concrete 831-MSX and RAV 550. And Superior 082-KNQ., 442-TQW
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 12/01/2016 3:00 PM
3:30pm Checked Mills Rim - no tracks onto open space or evidence of new camps. There are at least a few people sleeping in the Intercept Lot, but no Justin Schaaf unless he got a new vehicle.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 12/01/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm 75 put down a cow elk that had been languishing between Owl Creek road and trail. 803 will salvage the meat.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Counters 12/01/2016 1:00 PM
3:00pm Harvested all counters in up valley habitat closures (minus 7 Star). Cozyline counter is out of service for the time being.
839 Emma Homestead Parking 12/01/2016 1:00 PM
Silver Toyota p.u. CO. QSP 805 Day parking (commuter?! In schoolhouse lot. Tagged .
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 12/01/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am First on scene to two vehicle accident on icy Spruce Street. One uninsured driver. One driver with an abrasion to her face from an airbag and an upset infant. APD and Medic 94 responded.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 12/01/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Spoke with Jeff Godfread, Koru Ltd. project superintendent, who is overseeing project associated with construction vehicle parking at North Star. I asked Godfread to consolidate parking to shoulder just outsIde North Lot, and I informed him Nordic equipment would soon be moving in and out of our lots daily. Project runs into March. I gave him 839's card to discuss longer term parking arrangement.
8135 Moore Open Space Parking 12/01/2016 9:30 AM
9:30am Checked Prince of Peace chapel lot - no campers or illegally parked vehicles.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 12/01/2016 8:00 AM
8:00am Sky MP, Seven Star Ranch, Brush Creek Trail, Glassier Ranch, Thompson Creek, Red Wind Point, and tiny Tarr OS are closed for the winter season. *Radio spot with 835 talking about seasonal closures (starting today - 12/1) is airing today on Aspen Public Radio.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 11/30/2016 12:30 PM
1:30pm Interview with 835 on APR about upcoming habitat closures.
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 11/30/2016 11:00 AM
Northstar enforcement meeting w/PH GT ToB
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 11/30/2016 8:30 AM
9:30am Extended closure of icy, steep-section of upper Smug lot by one barrel.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 11/30/2016 8:00 AM
8:30am Took report from 1959 (on Nordic duty) of black lab chasing coyote on Aspen Golf Course. Due to vehicle issues, I could not respond in a timely manner. I informed Dispatch and 141 took the call. Based on last winter, it seems City prefers CROs to deal with golf course issues.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 11/29/2016 2:00 PM
Need one more barrel and to move the closure up one space so rope ties off on U post with "stay in car..." sign
839 Aspen Valley Ranch/Red Canyon Trail Signage 11/29/2016 12:00 PM
ordered sign for closure of Red Canyon and Wheatley (ready tomorrow at Repro for pickup)
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 11/28/2016 12:00 PM
AHS skating is happening , golf course not
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 11/27/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am Verbal Warning: Caroline Kamm for DOL (brown and white medium dog) at Lani White Trail intersection with Spruce Street. First warning. Referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 11/27/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Removed all out-of-season City "check for tick" signs. Dropped the signs off in the City rangermobile.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Closed Area 11/27/2016 11:30 AM
1:00pm Locked HC Valley gate with approval of Scott Mattice/R&B (the gate was previously closed, but not locked). I informed Dispatch of closure. I also removed outdated temp USFS signage about licensed hunter vehicle access. From activity around the lot, it appears hut trip season is upon us once again.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 11/27/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Closed steep, icy section of upper Smuggler parking lot. Flipped "Golden Rules" sign to show sled etiquette. Shoveled kiosk area.
8135 Open Space & Trails Signage 11/27/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Staged signage for upcoming seasonal closures in ranger lock up.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 11/26/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Verbal Warning: Heather VanDiepen for small DOL ("Jackson" brown and black dog) on HC below Benedict Bridge. VanDiepen was very apologetic and friendly. I referred her to Pitkin Outside and lectured about winter wildlife concerns.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 11/26/2016 1:30 PM
3:00pm Very busy on Smuggler today. There was even an odd rush around 3:00pm that filled both lots and led people to park haphazardly on private land adjacent to the lower lot.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/26/2016 10:00 AM
10:00am Found a large package on the doorstep of the Glassier house (addressed to Laura Lucero at 0543 Hooks Spur Rd). The package was sent next day airfreight from Ohio... A little internet research showed Lucero is a Basalt florist - probably one of our lessees. I moved her package into the shelter of the garage based on this theory.
8135 Glassier Open Space Wildlife 11/26/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Many tracks from bikes, people, and (authorized) ATVs on Glassier trails. I even spotted bobcat tracks near the bike trail TRAFx counter. I sent photos of the bobcat tracks to Janet. (Despite looking thoroughly, I saw no sign of recent dog trespass).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 11/26/2016 8:30 AM
8:50am Verbal Warning: Sterling Tomkins of Pitkin Iron for DOL x 2 (one tiny brown dog, one cattle dog). Tomkins was honest and stated that her "dog" had been ticketed for running around in her neighborhood a few years ago, but I came across no record of her in our database. Did 48 ticket her? Tomkins' cattle dog was spooky and circled me while barking before he calmed down. I lectured Tomkins about controlling her pets, reminded her of the $100 fine, and referred her to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 11/26/2016 8:30 AM
9:20am Educational contact with testy resident of 38 N. River Rd. (residence right by Arciero TH) in regards to leash law on RGT. I have seen this guy around daily, and he is outspoken about complying with seasonal dog closure on Dart OS and reporting anything suspicious on Lazy Glen OS. I contacted the man soon after he entered the trail, and I redirected him to walk on the road. In interest of being a good neighbor, I gave him one last warning.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 11/25/2016 2:00 PM
Cited Rebecca Mirsky for waste/sight.
839 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 11/25/2016 12:30 PM
Met with ATimes and ADN on articles about river "closure."
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 11/25/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Answered many questions from tourists at HC-RGT "visitor info booth" and referred all to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 11/25/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Contractors on private land adjacent to Hunter Creek Trail - below Salvation Ditch/near the first bridge over the creek - have cleared trees and vegetation for what looks like a new residential development - I forwarded observation to Ted and Dale.
839 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 11/25/2016 10:00 AM
Monitored and spoke itch Victor Gouch on camp
839 Moore Open Space Parking 11/25/2016 10:00 AM
Taylor in Blue dodge truck w/ pop up camper camped in chapel lot. Advised
8135 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 11/25/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Followed up Brendan, the hiker who photographed bears along RGT, and got permission to post shared photos/video on OST FB page. Brendan was excited to see his photos published online.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 11/24/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Chatted with Brendan, a Euro hobby photographer, who spotted four bears along the RGT yesterday (sow and two cubs at Meadow Bridge and a bear near a den at approx. 39.214007 -106.845994). Brendan showed me a series of recent wildlife photos. I checked out the den - across the river from Gold Butte - but it looks like the bear may be hibernating for the season. I saw no tracks in the fresh snow. I gave Brendan my card and invited him to share his photos with OST.
8135 Lani White Trail Dog Offense 11/24/2016 1:00 PM
12:20pm Written Warning: Jackie Holden for DOL on Lani White Trail. I verbally warned Holden twice in one day in 2014 for letting leash drag behind her dog on same trail. I lectured Holden, referred her to Pitkin Outside, and explained this was her last warning.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 11/24/2016 10:00 AM
11:20am Someone restrung the #AspenSwingProject swing atop Smuggler - I called that one.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 11/24/2016 9:00 AM
10:00am Watched many happy Turkey Trotters - some in costume - running a foot race on Cemetery Lane.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 11/23/2016 1:00 PM
Smuggler Mtn Road very busy, good atmosphere
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 11/22/2016 9:30 AM
met with Matt Kuhn on Nordic winter updates
839 Lazy Glen Open Space Closed Area 11/21/2016 4:30 PM
Multi vehicles on lower west meadow after dark; it was geo-driller.
839 Sky Mountain Park Trails 11/21/2016 8:30 AM
Re-opened SMP, view line dry.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 11/19/2016 2:30 PM
2:50pm Contacted hunter scouting Sky Map from Picture Point. Hunter was lotto-permitted (Charlie). We discussed lotto hunt boundaries and strategy.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Penalty Assessment 11/19/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Citation: Nate Anderson for dog on Seven Star Trail. Anderson was visibly angry, insulting, and, at first, he refused to give info. Anderson claimed not to have phone or physical address. Eventually Anderson gave info, but I am not 100% positive it will prove truthful. I found a possible match on FB. 243 is helping me research this guy.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Signage 11/19/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Installed dog signs at Dart closure. Fielded questions from dog walker outside of closure about local trails & dog regs - referred her to Pitkin Outside. Called in audible alarm at the N. River Rd. grow operation.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Resource Damage 11/19/2016 8:30 AM
9:40am Cut and removed a very large downed cottonwood from MM25.5 on RGT. I observed two DOL while dealing with the tree, but was unable to safely break away to educate the dog owners.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 11/18/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Cleared a downed tree from HC about 50' from trailhead. I took a report from Ted of another downed tree between Wingo and RGT-Basalt-Mass junction. I will hit that one tomorrow.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 11/18/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm Documented a very large downed pine completely blocking the Roaring Fork River channel 200-300yds upstream of South Gate. Between the tree and the beaver dam downstream, I think Mother Nature is saying no more floaters!
8135 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 11/18/2016 9:30 AM
12:00pm Contacted one lotto permitted hunter (Scott Mattice) in Sky MP - a big herd of elk was spotted at Cozy Point South and another group of 20 was spooked off the ridgeline. Observed a gigantic 4-point mule buck chasing a doe.
839 Dart Conservation Easement Signage 11/16/2016 1:00 PM
Installed Dart dog prohibition signs on RGT
839 Sky Mountain Park Trails 11/16/2016 8:00 AM
patrolled Sky MP, adjusted signs, high winds with blow-overs, all good.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 11/15/2016 2:00 PM
5:00pm Sky MP closure signage has been posted and Airline gate has been locked. Cozyline, Cozy Pony, Airline, Skyline, and Ditchline are all closed for duration of limited 4th Season Elk Hunt (11/16-11/20). Only 5 OST-permitted hunters are allowed into the park's interior.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 11/15/2016 10:30 AM
11:30am Dart dog closure signs are MIA from ranger lock-up??
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 11/13/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Verbal Warning: Sheryl Lamb for DOL (Bernese, "Haley") on RGT near Meadows Bridge. Lamb stated that she lived on Willoughby Way and had just left the woods with her dog when I encountered her. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 11/13/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Talked to two unpleasant ladies near Slaughterhouse Falls letting leashes drag behind their two wet dogs. I had earlier watched these ladies drop their leashes leaving Stein Park. I informed them there is no "plausible deniability" in leashing your dogs, but not holding the leashes. One woman argued for a while that her dog was heeled the whole time. The other woman stated, "You're right we shouldn't come here," etc. I told them I would not give them another warning. The ladies drive a black Audi (CO:019-QGP) and black VW (NY:HBF-1918). Both appear to be out of NY.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 11/13/2016 9:00 AM
9:30am Educational contact with biker "Dave" entering Brush Creek Trail with DOL. I lectured dog owner about season dog closure and leash law. As he was very polite and willing to ride down the side of Brush Creek Rd to get his dog to the Intercept Lot, I gave him a leash and sent him on his way.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 11/13/2016 8:00 AM
8:00am After some troubleshooting, I got the new 7 Star and Glassier-Equestrian counters up and running.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Counters 11/12/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Installed TRAFx counter on new 7 Star Trail (39.2295 -106.916886). Counter goes live this weekend.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 11/12/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Verbal Warning: Karla Kelly for leashed dog in BCT seasonal dog closure. Kelly lives on Brush Creek Rd., and she accessed trail at unsigned driveway intersection. Dog was extremely well-behaved, and Kelly was cooperative. Kelly blamed the election turnout for her getting in trouble. Kelly knew about Pitkin Outside, so I reviewed with her how to find seasonal closure info on app.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Signage 11/12/2016 10:00 AM
11:30am Posted signage on Viewline, Cozyline, and Airline trails advising riders of approaching 4th Elk Season lotto hunt in Sky MP (11/16-11/20). I staged signage for Sky MP hunt closure and Dart dog closure in office.
839 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 11/10/2016 1:30 PM
hunters orientation X 3 Sky MP
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/07/2016 12:30 PM
1:00pm Spoke with several nice folks on Glassier Ranch OS about trail layout and rules - referred them to Pitkin Outside. People seem happy with new property and trails.
8135 Glassier Open Space Signage 11/07/2016 12:30 PM
1:10pm Improvised a decent-looking temporary fix for the busted "To Rio Grande Trail" sign on Glassier Trail.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Fire 11/07/2016 8:30 AM
9:30am Finished cleaning up campfire atop Smuggler - this is the second weekend in a row with a campfire. No hunting camps in the area.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 11/06/2016 3:00 PM
4:00pm Finished harvesting and uploading counter data for November. Counter sheet is updated as well.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Fire 11/06/2016 11:30 AM
1:00pm Found remains of large campfire at Smuggler summit near logging deck. I rolled off large logs used as seating and dispersed most charred wood. I will need to return with a shovel to remove ashes and trash.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 11/06/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Ranch owners bordering Cozy Line Trail all the way up to their property line in the oak brush. I checked property lines with GIS. This is their right and shows how far uphill their property reaches into Sky MP.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 11/05/2016 3:00 PM
4:00pm 836 has inventoried gear and signed-off for the season. Thanks Sam!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 11/05/2016 11:30 AM
12:30pm Encountered DWM Tesch at North Star. Tesch is keeping an eye on open space. So far, most hunters in the area have been following the rules.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Vandalism 11/05/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Followed up in complaint from Bill of trash in Lazy Glen OS lot - unfounded.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/04/2016 1:30 PM
3:30pm Stopped in Basalt Bike & Ski in Aspen for a new tire. The shop has at least four E-bike models for sale including fatbikes, roadbikes, and full-suspension MTB. The bike tech I spoke with did not know that E-bikes are not allowed on County trails or single track. I explained OPDMD exception for non-single track trails.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 11/04/2016 12:00 PM
12:50pm While attempting to contact a couple of runners with an off-leash tan & white pit bull, I came across a different dog owner unleashing his dog. Verbal Warning: Zach Thormann for DOL ("Hans," medium black & brown). First warning. I advised Thormann not to follow the bad example of other hikers. Thormann was very polite (coincidentally, Thormann just hired Ranger Quinn for a winter job at Aspen Sports).
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 11/04/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Caught up with a young couple near HC TH walking a leashed tan & white pit bull. I was fairly certain this was the couple I had seen with DOL from across the river. I made it an educational contact considering the shaky PC and preached the Gospel of Pitkin Outside. The couple was thankful and receptive. I reminded them of the $100 fine for DOL.
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 11/04/2016 8:00 AM
8:00am James Arthur Hogue (Barbee OS "con artist") was arrested at Pitkin County Public Library yesterday: http://www.aspentimes.com/news/aspen-mountain-shack-resident-arrested-in-library/
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 11/01/2016 1:30 PM
1:30pm Responded to request from 125 for County ranger to assist with camper on Barbee OS. The demolished shack was being rebuilt downhill of Shadow Mtn Condos. Ski Co. provided us with photo of the camper. APD located and towed subject's vehicle (green Nissan Xterra, CO: 060-QLA). Plates came back to James Arthur Hogue (DOB: 10/22/1959). Hogue has felony arrest warrants out of Boulder County, and internet search revealed he is a famous con artist (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Hogue). Hogue allegedly conned his way into Princeton, stole jewels from Harvard, and starred in the documentary film "Con Man" filmed here in Aspen in 2003. I spotted Hogue through binoculars, but APD failed to apprehend him. What a world! Keep yer' eyes peeled.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 10/31/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Cleaned up fire ring atop Smuggler with 836, and secured #AspenSwingProject swing out of the way of winter wildlife.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 10/31/2016 8:30 AM
10:00am Followed up with 121 in regards to the Mills Street-RGT camp. The tent still seems untouched and past the 72hr period. I passed along info to City Parks for clean up and storage of property.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 10/30/2016 1:30 PM
1:30pm Educational contact with three ladies with a leashed dog about to cross road to access top of Brush Creek Trail. I alerted them to the seasonal dog closure, and explained elk rationale. The group was receptive and I referred them to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 10/30/2016 1:30 PM
3:00pm Green chair is still stashed in trees below Skyline Ridge Trail - it does not appear to have been touched since I first saw it. Chair does not have an owner's name or phone number written on it.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 10/30/2016 1:30 PM
3:30pm Talked with a number of riders in Sky MP who had seen the couple with the dog in 7SR. Evidently, word is already out that the two got a ticket from the big bad ranger. Quite a few thanks for enforcing the rules. I met the original RP (Harry Smith) on Viewline and gave him my card plus the non-emergency number, since he had reported the dog using 911... It is great to see the bike community embracing the rules.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Dog Offense 10/30/2016 1:00 PM
1:15pm Written warning: Abigail Keelty and Pat Donahue for Dog in Closed Area. Took call for 213 regarding dog on Seven Star Trail (no dogs per Sky MP mgmt plan). I contacted two 20-something-year-olds with very meek dog on leash. The duo were extremely honest and apologetic. Another trail user had chastised them before I got there. I lectured the two riders on wildlife rationale for dog ban. Neither had visited Seven Star Trail before, and they had assumed rules were the same as N. Rim Trail. I showed them a photo of the small "No Dogs" sign at the upper end of the trail. The riders were familiar with Sky MP dog rules and winter closure. I accept that there is a learning curve with new trails, and I feel there is little chance these two will be repeat offenders - written warning x 2. Both riders promised to spread word in Snowmass of $100 fine for dogs in closed area. I referred them to Pitkin Outside. (Keelty's mother is in Ranger Mobile).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 10/30/2016 11:00 AM
12:00pm Tagged green pup tent on the RFR riverbank off RGT near Mills St. is still intact. 121 and I will follow up tomorrow.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/30/2016 11:00 AM
12:20pm Verbal Warning: Patty Small for DOL (dachshund, "Sadie") on RGT. Small was aware of leash law. First warning.
836 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 10/30/2016 9:00 AM
Had a good conversation with The Wizard of Northstar who parks his van at North Gate. Nice fellow. Knows a LOT about Qi Gong and wants to share that knowledge.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 10/29/2016 1:00 PM
1:20pm Two big pines down across HC Cutoff Trail - reported to Ted.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 10/29/2016 10:30 AM
11:20am Contacted Roger Eshelman on the shoulder of Highway 82 - just east of South Gate. Eshelman was wearing full camo and looking southwest through a spotting scope mounted to his driver's side window. Eshelman drives a silver GMC pick-up truck (CO: QPC-595). I informed Eshelman that the Preserve is closed to hunting. Eshelman was initially testy with me. He explained that he was scouting for a bull elk on the backside side of Aspen Mountain. I explained that USFS land, while legal for hunting, cannot be accessed through the Preserve. Eshelman stated it was "f-cked up" and "hypocritical" that hunters cannot access their "public lands" by crossing the meadow. Eshelman told me that he "fought and will still fight the guy who runs this (North Star Preserve) - Tom Cardamone." Eshelman stated he we would access the legal hunting grounds through Wildwood ("which is a legal access"), via the top of Ute Trail, or by heading "straight across" the Preserve when I am "not looking." I explained hunting or trespassing on the Preserve would have legal implications. I also clarified to Eshelman that I in no way wanted to impede his access to legal hunting grounds, and I explained I am a hunter too. Eshelman apologized for being a "smartass" and indicated he understood that he cannot cross open space. We talked about the history of the Preserve for a bit, and Eshelman reiterated that he was upset "donated" land was closed to hunting. I referred Eshelman to Pitkin Outside and reminded him the Sky MP lotto will offer a limited opportunity for five hunters to bag legal cow elk on open space in 2017. Eshelman thanked me and wished me luck on my 3rd season hunt. Although my conservation with Eshelman ended on a civil note, I think we should keep an eye out for his vehicle and any possible hunting trespass.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 10/29/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am APD received report of squatter camp on Marolt Trail across from AVH. Night shift will check back later.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 10/29/2016 8:00 AM
10:00am Monitored Sky MP with spotting scope from atop Jackrabbit Ridge - I didn't observe anything unusual. 242 and Kurtis Tesch have not seen anything either.
8136 Open Space & Trails Bicycle Action 10/28/2016 4:00 PM
Salsa el Mariachi is washed and lubed.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 10/28/2016 4:00 PM
5:00pm Bid farewell (for now) to 837 - have a good winter & thanks for the hard work!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Bicycle Action 10/28/2016 12:30 PM
12:00pm Stored the two old OST Yakima bike racks in Jonah's auction shed for resale online.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 10/28/2016 12:30 PM
1:00pm Confirmed for 75 that elk carcass has been removed from RGT near Sani Plant.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 10/28/2016 12:00 PM
1215 hrs left a note to vacate and remove all trash from a camp located on South side of RFR near Mill St Bridge on RGT. City Officer #121 assisted with attempting to contact. He requested to be contacted on Monday 10/31 in order to check on the camp.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 10/28/2016 12:00 PM
Responded to alleged dog bite. See report in email.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 10/28/2016 9:00 AM
9:00am Took report from 242 of spotlight on or near Viewline Trail (@0658). 243 & 212 had investigated and felt it was not a bike. 242 has recorded one plate from a black Nissan parked early this morn in Tom Blake lot (belongs to Snowmass local with 2nd season bull tag, 3rd season buck tag). I thoroughly patrolled the southwest end of Sky MP from Jack Rabbit Ridge. I eventually located a folding chair in a green vinyl case stashed in brush oak below Skyline Ridge (39.220152 -106.908843). Chair is positioned in great vantage point looking down upper branch of gulch where an elk was poached last year. Let's all keep an eye on the park and see if we can spot a poacher. I informed 839 & DWM Tesch. Tesch will be staking out the park tonight and tomorrow.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 10/27/2016 2:30 PM
Jake Black has been issued a road kill tag for the elk near Shale bluffs. We have made it clear he is not to use motorized vehicles on the trail to pack out the carcass.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 10/27/2016 10:00 AM
836 and I investigated a Frank elk on the RGT near mile marker 38. Unknown cause of death. After speaking with DOW, we sent the elk down the South embankment toward (but not in) the RFR.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 10/27/2016 9:30 AM
Rolled a dead elk off the Rio Grande Trail down Shale Bluffs, per CPW.
8136 Jaffee Park Signage 10/27/2016 9:00 AM
Installed "No Parking" signage at the Bridge prior to the Jaffee Parking Lot.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 10/26/2016 1:00 PM
12:20pm Spotted two people on closed side of North Star Preserve - turned out to be members of the Aspen climate change study group working on their monitoring station. All is well.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 10/26/2016 1:00 PM
12:30pm An open house at 43777 HWY82 has filled most of the South Gate lot and highway shoulder. I moved one advertisement sign that was placed at the river access. Slow day - parking is not a big issue.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 10/26/2016 1:00 PM
12:45pm Encountered Scott Ryder - candidate for PitCo Commissioner - dragging his kayak upstream in the ultra shallow Roaring Fork near South Gate. The beaver dam is still growing. Ryder says he is very ready for election season to end.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 10/26/2016 1:00 PM
1:00pm Moved along flatbed truck overhanging Shady Lane trail crossing.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 10/26/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am Despite allegedly being arrested last night for assault, Justin Schaaf is still panhandling at the Brush Creek light.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 10/24/2016 1:00 PM
1:00pm Spoke with Janay Kirk at HC-RGT intersection about invasive red-berry vines that are choking out native shrubs. Kirk also had complaints about Holy Cross energy company removing trees along bike path. I referred Kirk to Austin Weiss, City OS Manager, for trail maintenance concerns, and I explained Holy Cross is legally permitted to remove trees around their power lines.
957 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 10/24/2016 1:00 PM
Water flowing on trail near Willoughby residences has been mitigated/drained. Resource damage on soft shoulder
839 Hummingbird Lode Open Space Resource Damage 10/24/2016 9:00 AM
checked hunting camps on Hummingbird Lode, remember that the OST sign is on the far northern border of our property and all camps are on OST (sign is deceiving)
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 10/23/2016 12:00 PM
Construction on the private road near Steven's street may be done. If there are no workers working on it tomorrow, we may want to remove the trail damage signs. See signage log for details.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 10/23/2016 9:00 AM
There is a pond that could drain out of 109 Willoughby Way into the water feature that has been flooding the Rio. It was dry when I found it. The water feature has been built up with a little dirt wall against the Rio, by Charlie I believe, but it is still flowing onto the trail.
839 Owl Creek Trail Trails 10/22/2016 12:00 PM
Aspen blowdown removed from OCT above switchbacks
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 10/22/2016 12:00 PM
The water feature behind 152 and 0218 Willoughby Way was flooding onto the Rio again this morning. I talked to Charlie, working on the 0218 property, and Mario, working on the 152 property. I asked them to get in touch with their supervisors/property owners regarding the flooding. I gave them my card. Supposedly, there is another pond above the two properties that was draining into this water feature, adding to the typical flow. I'll look into it tomorrow.
839 East of Aspen Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/21/2016 3:00 PM
LONG conversation about enforcement and policy on dog issues with Catherine Hagen after alarming letter to commissioner. She has 835 and 839 tel #s
836 Hunter Creek Trail Penalty Assessment 10/21/2016 12:00 PM
DOL citation to Betty Severy. See report.
839 Redstone Jensen "Drool" Resource Damage 10/21/2016 9:00 AM
Actually camping or party fire ring along River above Redstone. Follow up will include bouldering off access and no fire sign.
839 Redstone Jensen "Drool" Parking 10/21/2016 9:00 AM
Major cleanup at Hot Springs, most disgusting in years
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 10/20/2016 4:00 PM
4:30pm Returned odd call from Carly Bronson, who called on behalf of Greg Irwin. Bronson tried to give phone to Irwin, but for some reason he was unable to speak with me. It was unclear what info either of them wanted. I invited them to call back tomorrow to speak with 839 and also gave them contact info for City OS.
8136 Stein Trail Dog Offense 10/20/2016 3:00 PM
Cory Bluemling - DOL. First offense. Lecture, referred to P.Outside, VW.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/20/2016 2:00 PM
Woman who remained anonomous is very concerned about an invasive vine with red berries. It is killing all of her plants. Why aren't we doing anything about this? She will vote for Open Space if we send a trail crew out on the Upper RGT to pull all of these plants.
839 Redstone Park Resource Damage 10/20/2016 1:30 PM
Seeming frozen faucet at bathrooms was actually open valve, short lived panic resolved by Rory the maintenance man.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 10/20/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Encountered who, I am pretty sure, is Michael Engsforth at Wildwood beach. Engsforth is the formerly homeless, occasionally violent, man who won the lotto last year - he was friendly today and seemed sober. We chatted about fly fishing.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 10/20/2016 12:00 PM
2:00pm East of Aspen bike etiquette sign & sandwich board is MIA. Perhaps we Tooke it in already? Keep yer' eyes peeled.
839 Redstone Boulders OS Resource Damage 10/20/2016 11:30 AM
4 horses were tethered at East Ck TH/Redstone Boulders OS got days.Kentucky boys have done it for decades . Written warning and moved
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Penalty Assessment 10/20/2016 11:00 AM
12:00pm Assisted 837 with an enforcement issue. 79 and I served C. Marlow at her home in Woody Creek. Marlow seemed to have chilled out and was generally cooperative.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 10/20/2016 9:00 AM
9:50am Verbal Warning: Lynn Deeckman for DOL x 2 (cattle dogs) entering Glassier OS - closed to dogs. I contacted Deeckman on two-track in the hayfield on her way towards the trail. Deeckman claimed not to have seen dog regs signage, although she admitted she saw a "lot of signs" on the kiosk near the RGT junction. Deeckman promised not to come back to the property with her dogs. I lectured Deeckman on Glassier rules and referred her to Pitkin Outside - she is aware of the dog ban, warned of the potential $100 x 2 fine, and should not receive any more warnings for this offense.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/20/2016 8:30 AM
Consi Marlow - DOL near Woody Creek on RGT. 3 previous warnings. First citation. See report.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Special Event 10/19/2016 4:00 PM
5:00pm Took the Eagle County OS Ranger, Phil, for a tour of the upper valley properties. Phil wants to coordinate on ranger training next spring, and he invited us to do an open space "field trip" float down the upper Colorado River. Phil is an EMT and former whitewater guide with plenty of river rescue experience. Eagle County OS still does not have power to enforce regs.
839 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 10/19/2016 1:00 PM
I observed Victor Gouch settling on Moore OS. Please do not contact at this time.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 10/19/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Verbal Warning: Candace Olson for DOL (little brown dog) as she was leaving the bottom of Hunter Creek Trail. Dog escaped her and ran into HC Condos property. First warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 10/19/2016 12:00 PM
12:40pm Discovered a partially yarn-covered primitive teepee near the east bank of Hunter Creek near Lani White Trail and the aqueduct-enclosed portion of Salvation Ditch. I will let the kids have fun with it a bit longer and then take it down. I removed some string that looked like it could cause damage to a nearby tree.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/19/2016 10:30 AM
11:20am Verbal Warning: Martha Larson for DOL (blue heeler, "Ringo") on OST section of Rio east of Stein Park. Larson stated she knows the law. Larson was argumentative, but I talked her into being cooperative and respectful. Larson initially refused to give contact info because she was "under heavy security." I referred Larson to Pitkin Outside, explained dog regs, and gave her public number for APD to help her report complaints about bears in neighbor's trash. I also got an apology from Larson for calling rangers "dog police" who are "out to get money from people."
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/19/2016 10:30 AM
11:30am Written Warning: Teddy Lawrence for DOL (border collie-mix, "Ducky") at Duffy's Wiggles on City section of trail. Nice gentleman. Second warning on upper Rio this season - Lawrence stated that he knew the law. Written warning can be considered a second verbal to respect City's protocol, if they so desire. I referred Lawrence to Pitkin Outside for trail map & dog regs.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 10/19/2016 10:00 AM
Trees down on USFS Hunter Creek Cutoff.
839 Emma Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/19/2016 9:00 AM
patrolled Emma Basalt area with Eagle ranger
8135 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 10/18/2016 1:30 PM
3:00pm 839 and myself met with Snowmass-Wildcat Fire Deputy Chief and crew lead to discuss EMS trail access, firefighter bike patrol, and accident tracking. It was productive meeting - we will ne coordinating more closely with Snowmass-Wildcat Fire during spring training in 2017.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 10/18/2016 10:30 AM
12:00pm Met with 839 and Ted about Cartegraph - changes will be in effect by next season.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 10/18/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Spotted Victor G. moving camp by bicycle from Marolt OS.
957 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 10/17/2016 3:00 PM
Responded to reported squatter camp between community gardens and roundabout. Contacted Victor laying in small camp, and instructed him that his camp had been noticed and reoported and he would do well to tidy up and/or relocate.
8136 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Resource Damage 10/17/2016 12:00 PM
2 small "volcanoes" popped up in the center of Emma Trail on descent leading to to underpass - DV side.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 10/17/2016 11:00 AM
CDOT is aware of damaged hazard tree, has worked on it and needs a professional. they will deal with it. Keep an eye on it.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/17/2016 8:00 AM
written warning to Natalie Blanchard with black lab and smaller red shorthair on COA river nature trail between bridges. Now thoroughly educated (3rd contact)
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Fire 10/16/2016 3:30 PM
3:30pm Responded with 837 to report of wildland fire near Woody Creek trailhead. Fire turned out to be a woman burning leaf litter in a ditch while reading the newspaper.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/16/2016 2:00 PM
2:50pm Verbal Warning: Jim Hancock of Longmont for DOL (border collie) on RGT near Skull Rock. Jim was tense and quite unpleasant. He indicated he'd spoken to Rangers before. Jim originally refused to give me his name and started walking away. I got Jim to come back and I gave him the option to speak with me or speak to law enforcement. Jim then identified himself and gave contact info. Jim was not in our database (perhaps Boulder OS Rangers have talked to him before). I gave Jim a Pitkin Outside card and explained how he could use the app to find trails and dog regs. Verbal judo victory.
8135 Stein Trail Fire 10/16/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Responded to report of unattended "smoldering" campfire on the south bank of the Roaring Fork river upstream of Stein Bridge. 837 and I thoroughly searched both sides of the river upstream and downstream of the bridge - UTL. RP was a walk-in and did not leave contact number.
8135 Redstone Park Mutual Aid 10/16/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Did some detective work on yesterday's odd call from Penny Hot Springs - according to Mike & Lisa, owner's of the Redstone General Store, a man (Eric Doheny) approached a family in the Penny Hot Springs attempting to sell fans made of owl feathers. The father in the family is an outfitter and questioned Doheny on the legality of hunting owls. Doheny became agitated, stated he didn't need a permit to kill owls, and stated he would be shooting an elk this fall without a permit too. Words were exchanged. Doheny made threats and then punched the windshield of his car (black sedan, possible Tennessee plates, with a broken windshield). Mike says Doheny has been around for a few days and allegedly lived in the woods near Hays Creek last year. Doheny is mid-20s, white male, reddish pointy beard with saggy clothes. Doheny may be living near Penny Hot Springs - I briefly encountered him outside Redstone General Store.
8135 Crystal Trail Parking 10/16/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Documented F350 and hunting trailer (full of coolers and gear) with Utah plates parked in East Creek TH lot. I tagged trailer with note requesting they not leave trailer stored overnight.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Mutual Aid 10/16/2016 9:00 AM
9:30am Took a call for 66 and helped Billy Grange look for cows on RGT near BHS - the cows seemed to have let themselves back into the pasture. UTL.
8136 Open Space & Trails Signage 10/16/2016 8:00 AM
Closed and removed OST related signage from Congo Trailhead.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 10/16/2016 8:00 AM
8:00am Congo TH is closed for the season, and signage has been removed thanks to 837.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Special Event 10/15/2016 11:00 AM
11:00am Seven Star Trail opening got off to a slow start, but the trail is becoming very popular and it was crowded by 1:00pm. I posted a small closed for "revegetation" sign on the seeded access path from the Welcome Sign left by contractors. OST does not want trail access from the Welcome Sign due to traffic concerns. We are tagging cars with educational notes.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Mutual Aid 10/15/2016 11:00 AM
11:15am Overheard report to Dispatch of a suspicious "poaching conversation" at Penny Hot Springs. RP was directed to 79. I requested 79 contact OST if there is concern of poaching in closed Filoha OS.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Bicycle Action 10/15/2016 11:00 AM
12:25pm Educational contact with older man, Gordon Whitmer, on mean-looking Haibike full-suspension E-MTB descending Seven Star Trail on TOSV property. I explained OPDMD rules and asked him to contact 839. Whitmer has to be the fittest "almost-80" year-oldn I've ever seen. This is the first E-biker I've contacted on single track. I am under the impression single track trails are closed to OPDMD, but this is a tough call.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Signage 10/15/2016 9:00 AM
10:00am Brush Creek Trail is now closed to dogs (10/15-4/30). Elk will probably start visiting the Cozy Point South meadow soon. Signs are posted on sandwich boards at top & bottom of trail and small leash law placards have been swapped out for "no dogs" symbols. I've also replaced the knocked-over "no parking" sign at the base of the trail.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Special Event 10/14/2016 10:00 AM
2:00pm Rode new Seven Star Trail with 839 & 837. The trail is way too much fun. Official trail opening is tomorrow (10/15). I am sure it will be packed.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 10/14/2016 8:00 AM
Tomorrow - 10/15 - is the first day of rifle season for elk & mule deer. Please keep an eye out for hunters where they shouldn't be. Last year, OST issued or assisted on 4 poaching-related citations. 2 in bow season. 2 in rifle season. The front page news from the poacher we caught in Sky MP should dissuade most from hunting illegally in that area again (there is a limited, lotto-organized hunt during 4th season elk in late November for cow elk-only in Sky MP).
8135 Glassier Open Space Parking 10/13/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am Educational contact with woman driving black SUV looking to park at Glassier gate. I redirected her to the RFTA trailhead.
8135 Glassier Open Space Counters 10/13/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Installed new "Glassier-Bike" TRAFx counter on Glassier bike trail at fenceline (39.375613 -107.099895). Lock boxes are ordered for a second counter on the Glassier horse trail and (possibly) the new 7 Star trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 10/13/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Monitored call for dog bite (6yo female) at John Denver Sanctuary. Dog owner fled east on bike path and was contacted by APD. Medics responded as well, but did not transport. 1957 will follow up.
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 10/13/2016 9:30 AM
11:00am It sounds like Michael Kornafel of recent road rage fame was arrested on a felony warrant and possible M1-hold at Emma Schoolhouse. Kornafel fled home after making suicidal threats. Deputies contacted him near Emma.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/13/2016 8:30 AM
DOL - Mike Gerbaz with old hound dog off leash. First offense. Lecture. VW.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/13/2016 8:30 AM
DOL - Lindy Melberg with yellow lab. Was off the trail near bluff behind Elam Construction private road. Lecture and VW.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/13/2016 8:30 AM
DOL - Donnie with black lab on road near stop sign in Woody Creek (not yet on rgt) educational contact.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 10/12/2016 3:00 PM
3:15pm Asked a fishing guide to move his black 4Runner from its awkward parking spot alongside the trail on Smith Hill Bridge, just 100' from the Jaffee lot. The guide stated he would move his vehicle "right now" and explained he'd parked in this spot for "like twelve years." Rangers have observed this parking issue in the past. I previously contacted this guide near N. River Rd. and had him move his 4Runner, which was partially blocking traffic at that time. Like today, the guide had parked in an odd way even though he was very close to established OST parking lots.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 10/12/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am Pink-tagged silver Dodge Ram truck with temp plates parked illegally near Jaffee Boat Ramp. Requested the vehicle be moved to the main parking lot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/12/2016 11:30 AM
12:20pm Educational contact with couple walking DOL on City part of upper RGT - I contacted them a second time further west on the trail (still within the City) with the dog off-leash again. The makeshift leash they had been using evidently broke - I lectured them on "off-season" wildlife concerns and helped them tie a leash on their dog's collar. Perhaps I am being too nice.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Signage 10/10/2016 1:30 PM
Sad to see the faded signs go BUT new signage on top of Cozyline/Airline looks great.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 10/10/2016 8:00 AM
Sandy (and Matt) Zuckerman Cited for DOL leading to dog bite in Letey Ln area of Woody Ck/second offense this summer $500 fine
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 10/09/2016 2:00 PM
Met the smallest dog I've ever seen today. Couldn't have been longer than 6 inches. Its name was Triscut.
8136 Open Space Properties Illegal Camping 10/09/2016 1:00 PM
Removed last remaining wood from Shadow Mnt camp with 836, 1959, and 1957.
957 Sky Mountain Park Everything great 10/09/2016 10:30 AM
Contact with Tony Boone of Guerilla Gravity. Plans to have trail building crew off new 7 star trail after 10/10. Notes that bikers have been using trail while signed as closed.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 10/08/2016 2:30 PM
4:00pm Sky MP was busy, busy today. I encountered multiple Snowmass firefighters riding the trails. There are some tricky, mucky banking turns on Deadline - prepare to get mud covered! Highline-Lowline are evidently in the process of being repaired and feature many surprising, little jumps at the unfinished water bars.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/08/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Educational contact with couple walking off-leash pit bull from Stein Park towards Rio. They leashed up without complaint.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/08/2016 12:00 PM
12:45pm Educational contacts with two separate groups walking three tiny, tiny DOLs on City's section of the RGT. I lectured them about fast cyclists and big bad coyotes. 52 caught another tiny DOL (loose from area of High School) on Moore OS. 1:00pm Turned one of the educational contacts on City OS into a verbal warning - Wendy Jenrette unleashed her dogs after I gave her leashed and a friendly chat. Jenrette was very nice, but also clearly very spacey.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Bicycle Action 10/08/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Contacted a group of six E-bikers (4 on seriously beefy-looking black Sondor E-fatbikes and 2 on red & yellow Optibikes). The Sondor E-fatbikes have throttle-activated motors set into their frames and look almost like motorcycles. All riders were friendly and open to conversation - I told them it was OK to ride home on the trail from WCT today, but I instructed them to keep motors off the trails in the future. The riders were honest and none of them claimed to have mobility impairments.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 10/08/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Cut and removed downed branches from HC Connector. Handed out Pitkin Outside cards to tourists and answered questions about fishing near Aspen.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 10/08/2016 9:00 AM
9:00am Placed two orange cones and a strung up flagging tape around the large hazard tree near the North Star pedestrian bridge.
839 Glassier Open Space Bicycle Action 10/07/2016 6:00 PM
Spoke with Rancher Rory about trail user conflict and he said he hS had none.doesnt know who it might be.we vowed to stay in touch. Let's view photos once more in 3 weeks to determine if we need to change combo on gate.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 10/07/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Verbal Warning: Susan Redstone for DOL (golden) on East of Aspen Trail while biking. Redstone was polite, but resistant to leashing dog during a short outing. She ended up leashing dog with a string of poop bags. Odd person.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 10/07/2016 1:30 PM
2:15pm Alerted Ted & John to a large hazard tree near the North Star boat take-out. Two large boles broke off and landed between the highway and the trail.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 10/07/2016 12:30 PM
1:00pm Swung by Aspen-Mass to check on the tagged duffels. Justin Schaaf was pacing back and forth around the entrance to the trail. His maroon Jeep is now on blocks and missing its front tires. I will come back later to avoid a confrontation.
8135 Stein Trail Closed Area 10/07/2016 9:00 AM
10:00am John and I met with Austin (City Parks & OS) and two contractors to mark a new location for the X-Bar ranch gate on the old stage road east of Stein Bridge. We flagged a spot just inside the boundary of Red Butte Ranch OS. The relocated gate will block public access to private land near Maroon-RF confluence (and hopefully stop landowner complaints of trespass).
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 10/06/2016 3:30 PM
4:00pm Trail counters are finished for October.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/06/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Encountered Erik Skarvan walking his dogs on Lani White Trail. We did not talk. Skarvan was quiet and politely let me pass on the narrow trail - what a change! I hope his newly purchased OST permits signal a change.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Parking 10/06/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Checked out a Mule UTV parked at the Jackrabbit Ridge gate. The vehicle is not blocking and was evidently parked overnight. I checked the registration papers zip-tied to the interior, and lo' and behold it belongs to Pitkin County. Sky MP is a muddy, snowy mess today.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 10/06/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Met with Road & Bridge to discuss Cartegraph troubles. Scott Mattic had set up an IT training for OST & RB for Wed. @ 0900.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 10/06/2016 8:00 AM
In slightly older news, the Deer Creek OS IGA between CPW & OST has passed. You will see DWM Kurtis Tesch on the Deer Creek property frequently as he begins to renovate his new house.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 10/06/2016 8:00 AM
Added trail damage signs on either side of the Raceway Rd. crossing due to a sudden drop in the road caused by construction.
839 Aspen Mass Trail Illegal Camping 10/05/2016 3:00 PM
Disposed of a mini van seat and empty pot bag 50 m west of intercept lot along trail. Contacted man and woman approx 30 y.o. In glade over fence where we commonly find campers. They were clean and un-squatterley but evasive and moved on. I soon found 2 clean full duffel bags there and tagged them.
839 Owl Creek Trail Closed Area 10/04/2016 4:00 PM
Removed 4 tourists from private property at top of OwlDivide, blocking drive and trespassing
839 Owl Creek Trail Trails 10/04/2016 4:00 PM
Swept algae acres trail construction site
8136 Emma Trail Signage 10/02/2016 12:30 PM
Signage down (including 4x4 post) just before westbound underpass where Emma Rd. turns to a trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 10/02/2016 12:30 PM
1:00pm Abandoned items (pants & shoes) have been removed from the riverbank near Stein Park.
8136 Glassier Open Space Signage 10/02/2016 10:30 AM
I spoke with folks who expressed that a rancher appeared very angry about them crossing the property in the area between the new Glassier kiosk and Alec's driveway (between ranching fences). They described the incident as "very uncomfortable" adding that the rancher stared at them noticeably irritated by their presence. This happened earlier this week and after the incident they noticed the "Glassier Trail" signage to be broken off of the 4x4. The RPs believed the sign and uncomfortable interaction to be related. I located the sign and found that it is broken in half and on the ground below the post. This is the post just before the second fence nearest Alec's Driveway. The RPs did not know the rancher personally, they did say they know it was not Alec.The RPs did not want to disclose who they were.
8136 Seven Star Ranch Patrol/Outreach 10/01/2016 3:00 PM
Crowds of people riding Seven Star Trail. I outreached several folks and all said there is a sign at the top of the Rim Trail indicating Oct. 1 as the official opening day of Seven Star Trail. I have sent Ted an email for confirmation. Stay tuned.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 10/01/2016 2:30 PM
2:30pm Leaf-peepers galore at North Star. Traffic jam at the main parking lot. The golden leaves were falling like rain - powder days must be drawing near...
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/01/2016 12:30 PM
DOL - Chris Hedges. From out of town. First offense Referred to Pitkin Outside. Lecture. VW.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 10/01/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Educational contact with man walking tiny off-leash Chihuahua on AVLT land adjacent to HC Trail. I told him a scary story about coyotes and had him leash up.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/01/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Many people on Hunter Creek Trail. I handed out a fat stack of Pitkin Outside cards and did some roving interpretive outreach.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/01/2016 10:30 AM
10:30am Verbal Warning: McKenzie Goldsmith, Bullwinkle resident, for DOL (labradoodle-type dog) on RGT across from Sani Plant. Gave "off-season" lecture again. Very cooperative. First warning for Goldsmith, although it looks like she may have Aspen family in the database multiple times for the same dog. 12:00pm Educational contact with woman who unleashed smallish dog in front of me on RGT near Grinley Bridge.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 10/01/2016 10:30 AM
11:10am Watched a teenage boy on a bike fall 5 or 6 feet off the edge of lower Sunnyside Trail into rocks. I got to him within seconds from the Rio. He landed on his back, but miraculously walked away unscathed. He was wearing a helmet and continued his ride with family.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 10/01/2016 10:30 AM
11:40am Found an abandoned pair of jeans, blue running shoes, banana, and an empty can of Modelo on riverbank near Stein Park. No ID or wallet. I threw out trash and left items for now. No obvious camps in the area. There was a bearded guy (white 50s-60s male) sleeping on a thermarest (no sleeping bag, fancy pillow) in Stein Park. He wasn't wearing shoes, but looked too big for the abandoned items. I let him enjoy his open space in peace.
8135 Stein Trail Dog Offense 10/01/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Verbal warning: Diane Spicer, ABC resident, for DOL x 2 (black lab "Indie" and cocker spaniel) on Stein Trail. Handed out two leashes, lectured on importance of "off-season" leash for wildlife and referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 10/01/2016 8:00 AM
8:30am Reauthorization for OST is coming up on the ballot in early November. OST Rangers met today to discuss need for continued eloquence and discretion in interactions with the public (always, but especially) leading up to the vote. We have the hard job of enforcing rules in crucial season for wildlife, while maintaining a positive public image. Keep up the good work guys!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 9/30/2016 5:30 PM
6:20pm Educational contact with young residents of Preserve Subdivision flying drone from private land near border of North Star Preserve. I explained to the youngsters that we do not want to see drones flying out over open space, as this may scare wildlife. The kids were receptive and excited when I pointed out elk on the hillside.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 9/30/2016 5:30 PM
8:30pm ACES Evening of the Elk was great. Elk expert, Will, got an awesome call-and-response going with a big, aggressive-sounding bull elk. Yet another reminder of why we work hard to protect North Star.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 9/30/2016 1:30 PM
3:00pm Filoha Meadows OS is now closed for the season (10/1-7/1). I actually encountered a hiker while closing the property. He took off when he saw me, but he was not hunting and did not have a dog. Seems like he wasn't doing anything wrong.
8135 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 9/30/2016 1:00 PM
1:00pm Redstone area is hopping with tourists and other crowds. Big outdoor ed groups at Perham TH (CRMS backpackers) and in the Redstone Park pavilion (does not look like a special use). Redstone General Store folks are happy and say business is great today.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 9/30/2016 10:30 AM
Tree down on the Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail. Was able to move it without sawing it. It ripped right out of the ground. Keep yer eyes up, gents.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 9/30/2016 9:00 AM
Tagged a Toyota FJ at the Tenth Mountain Trail junction with Smuggler Mtn Rd. Apparently this vehicle needed a tow from Shaun's later that day.
8135 Open Space & Trails Trails 9/29/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Took call from Noel Richardson of Woody Creek about dug up thistle - forwarded to Bill G.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/29/2016 9:00 AM
10:00am Made several outreach contacts and answered questions about kid-friendly hikes and fishing accesses. I referred fishermen to Pitkin Outside and suggested the HC story-walk as a good family hike.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/29/2016 9:00 AM
10:30am Contacted three photographers - Toby Harriman, Ben Moscona, and Andrew Studer - taking photos of a fisherman and flying a drone around Slaughterhouse Falls. The group informed me Moscona was working on photos for his professional portfolio, but was not working commercially. Studer and Harriman explained they came to Aspen from San Francisco to judge the Aspen Chamber Photo Challenge. According to the website, the event runs 9/26-10/1 and includes an "On the Trail" category (sounds like they need a permit). The contest is sponsored by Outside Magazine, Ski Co., and others. The website did not list the men I contacted as competitors (Harriman is listed as a judge). I advised the group to apply for a permit for future commercial photo shoots. I verbally warned Harriman for operating a drone on OST and referred him to the 12 Code for more info. (Harriman had a drone shot down above Red Mtn on the Fourth of July this year). All men were very forthcoming with info. Harriman said he would talk to the Chamber (via Greg Fitzgerald of Promo Communications) about permitting needs. Janet has contacted Chamber to discuss permit issue.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/28/2016 11:00 AM
11:00am Verbal Warning: Edgar Bright for DOL on second lowest HC bridge. Edgar originally, semi-jokingly gave last name as "Giselle," but his friend acknowledged this name was false. Edgar then gave his real last name. Edgar expressed distress about being in our "system" and asked how long his name would remain in the database - "forever?" Edgar stated, "Next time I do this I know what happens..." I replied that I hoped we would not have to talk about the leash law again, but I confirmed he could get a ticket. Edgar leashed his dog and walked away, leaving his friends behind.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/28/2016 11:00 AM
11:29am Educational contact with couple walking big black lab off-leash ("Dakota") on Spruce St. headed towards Lani White Trail. I surprised them as one hiker talked loudly about "rangers." I reminded the couple about the leash law and made sure they leashed up.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 9/28/2016 11:00 AM
1:30pm Documented 7 illegally parked vehicles in HC Valley meadow. No evidence of hunting gear (we are between deer/elk seasons anyways). All vehicles in lot seem to belong to Seniors/handicapped visitors.
8135 Lani White Trail Mutual Aid 9/28/2016 10:30 AM
11:40am Monitored call regarding naked biker (Kirby Franklin DOB:02/03/52 - wanted for "public indecency") on Rio Grande Trail near BHS. Eagle Co. deputy and 302 responded.
8135 Lani White Trail Signage 9/28/2016 10:30 AM
AVLT confirmed signs along HC/Verena Mallory were removed due to a spelling error... Emilie not Emilee Benedict. Opps!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 9/28/2016 10:00 AM
10:00am 77 ran plates and issued two warnings for parking violations at HC Senior/Handicap lot.
8135 Open Space Properties Illegal Camping 9/28/2016 9:30 AM
9:45am Encountered three rough-looking guys in bandanas sitting in Marolt Trail near Castle Creek Rd. These guys look familiar - possibly campers from last year. It would be good to keep eyes out for a camp on the south-end of Marolt OS. I let them be to smoke their cigs in peace.
8135 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 9/28/2016 8:00 AM
8:00am North Star Takeout is closed for river access improvements - expect heavy machinery, a marshal on the ped bridge, and traffic diversions on HWY82.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/27/2016 8:00 PM
A concerned woman informed me of folks "acting weird" at Northstar Beach. I contacted four teenage boys yelling and "whooping it up". I reminded them they were on a nature preserve. They did not seem to be doing anything "weird" or unlawful.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 9/27/2016 5:30 PM
Unfortunately was split up with the Aces, "Evening of the Elk" tour in order to deal with a string of issues at Nstar Preserve. Fortunately, Janet U. was present to represent OST.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/27/2016 5:30 PM
Contacted two fisherman attempting to fish on Northstar Preserve near ped bridge. Couple traveling from Denver pulled over and did not see any signs indicating no fishing. Lecture and VW.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/27/2016 5:30 PM
Contacted Nico Delapapa attempting to access Northstar preserve 100 yds West of Observation Deck. Nico wanted to take photographs of his girlfriend with the foliage. Referred to Pitkin Outside, lecture and VW
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 9/27/2016 3:30 PM
Nearly collided with large bear on RGT near Skull Rock. Seemed very entertaining to some tourists..
8136 Open Space Properties Trails 9/27/2016 2:30 PM
Cut and removed Aspen tree down across Congo Trailhead.
8136 Open Space Properties Resource Damage 9/26/2016 11:30 AM
Responded to a report of abandoned fire approx 4 ft in diameter and 1.5 miles from trailhead on Congo Trail. I arrived on scene to a 6 ft diameter smoldering duff with no flames. Aspen Fire extinguished at approx 1320. The incident was terminated at 1400 hrs. See report. G:\Ranger Folder\RANGER ENFORCEMENT\RANGER REPORTS 2016\Incident Reports 2016\Abandoned Fire on Congo Trail 09-26-2016
8136 Open Space Properties Trails 9/26/2016 11:30 AM
Aspen tree down across Congo Trail approx. 0.1 miles from trailhead. I will remove tomorrow 9/27/16
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/26/2016 10:00 AM
DOL - Susie Elk with doberman pinscher. I contacted this couple before. The man refused to give his name or stop to speak with me on both occassions (7/7/16). He is very disrespectful and arrogant. The woman is more polite and cooperative dispite the male attempting to get her to walk away from me (on both contacts). - Second contact. I lectured Susie on OST regulations, referred her to DOL areas, and issued her a written warning.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 9/25/2016 3:00 PM
DOL - Michael Bonds with a 14 y/o black lab. I saw Michael putting the dog on leash prior to entering RGT from HC Extension. He believed the dog was OK to be off leash until he got onto the RGT. Lecture, referred to PitkinOutside, and VW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Bicycle Action 9/25/2016 1:30 PM
3:00pm Encountered a group on 2 E-fat bikes and 1 E-MTB on the Rio near Stein Falls. It was too late to contact them by the time I realized what they were. The riders looked way too fit for OPDMDs and were riding fast.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/25/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Verbal Warning: Devi Glich for DOL (med. brindle dog) on Hunter Creek Trail below Benedict Bridge. Lives in Centennial Apts. Glich stated she did not want to be pulled over by leashed dog - I encouraged her to drop leash (temporarily) if she felt in danger of falling. First warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 9/25/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Documented 11 illegally parked vehicles in the HC Valley meadow and Senior/Handicap lot. I turned two cars away from gate and lot. Rangers, please use shared Google Sheet to log HC Valley parking obs (this should help Patrick with code enforcement efforts).
957 Mollie Gibson Park Photography 9/25/2016 11:00 AM
Contact with drone pilot, Dave Amirault former Aspen Ski Co marketing manager. Checked FAA hobby licenses, discussed regulations, and etiquette. Need for further CoA direction.
836 Emma Trail Wildlife 9/25/2016 10:30 AM
Guided cows off trail with 57.
957 East Aspen Trail Photography 9/25/2016 10:00 AM
Contact photographer at SouthGate. Friends with parents and newborn being photographed, explained permits for commercial operations.
957 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 9/25/2016 9:00 AM
Contacted group 20+ cyclist from Air Force Academy biking from Aspen to Glenwood. General bike etiquette and suggested permit from OST for their yearly ride.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Parking 9/24/2016 3:00 PM
3:30pm Fall colors are popping on both sides of Sky MP. Tons of motorists are out leaf-peeping. I broke up a full fledged traffic jam on Sinclair Divide. I also contacted a man (Charlie "Chase" Harrison) with a Tacoma camper (CO:367-YHA) parked blocking Jack Rabbit Ridge gate while he took commercial photos. I informed 243. TOSV does not require commercial permits, although 242 promised to help keep leaf peepers from blocking our emergency access gate.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/24/2016 3:00 PM
DOL - Justin Leonard w/ 2 yellow labs. "off season" excuse. First offense. Lecture and VW.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 9/24/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Moved along two vehicles from HC Valley - one non-Senior from the upper lot (driver admitted she was displaying her mother's Senior parking tag) and one vehicle of MTBers from meadow (couple was argumentative - woman asked why it was OK for "people who kill animals" [hunters] to access the road, but not cyclists looking to park). I directed both groups to the BLM lot. I photographed one non-hunter vehicle parked in meadow. I also encountered Gary Tennenbaum parked with family (including a Senior) in the upper lot. I've started a Google Sheet for logging HC Valley gate observations until we figure out what the County wants to do with this issue.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 9/24/2016 11:00 AM
10:00am Took report from ReRe (48) - Gette of Steven's Street had contacted her earlier today with DOL complaint in W/J area (three "aggressive" DOL walked by Bullwinkle neighborhood resident). Gette stated she had photo of dog owner's "face." I invited ReRe to put Gette in touch with OST.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 9/24/2016 11:00 AM
11:50am Verbal warning: Lexa & Mark Chase for DOL x 3 (one Pomeranian, one puppy, one young tan pit/Rhodesian-looking mix) on dirt path parallel to RGT east of W/J. I later saw couple unleash dogs on Jaffee River Trail. First warning(s).
8135 Open Space & Trails Training 9/24/2016 8:00 AM
10:00am Attended training with CPW officer Kurtis Tesch regarding hunting/fishing FAQs and ranger safety during hunting season. TOSV, City of Aspen, and OST attended.
8135 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 9/23/2016 3:00 PM
4:00pm Rainy & snowy day: 836 and I organized sign inventory (many signs were dropped off by OST Maint. Crew), prepped signage for Filoha OS closure, set aside freebies for Health Fair, and cleaned the bikes (9er and large Orbea).
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 9/23/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Looked over photos of trail use violations (dogs & vehicles) on the Glassier two-track road - it seems neighbors - Carricarte, Parker, and Jurgensen - continue to break the rules (one of them has also evidently learned the locked gate combo). I have asked Gary to follow up with his contacts.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Maintenance 9/23/2016 10:30 AM
10:45am Met Ted and an SGM engineer at Penny Hot Springs. OST is considering contracting SGM to build simple stone stairs down to the pools.
8135 Coke Ovens Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/23/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Documented blue DIY-camper bus parked long term (welcome mat, plants growing on hood, etc.) tucked into trees o Coke Ovens OS. There seems to be a work-for-living situation worked out between the bus owner and Redstone Stables. This is a violation of the lease. I will forward to Paul.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 9/22/2016 2:00 PM
2:40pm Documented trail bulldozer (likely belongs to Tony Boone) parked oddly in brush near northern Seven Star Ranch OS gate. The parking location and nearby tracks through the meadow seemed odd. Reported to Ted.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 9/22/2016 1:30 PM
1:30pm Took a call for 48 regarding a loose Rhodesian-Ridgeback in the Smuggler day-parking area. I located the dog looking very at home and well-behaved at 601 Park Circle.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Penalty Assessment 9/22/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Accepted and deposited a citation payment from J. Lee for (Stein Trail) DOL ticket on 9/10/16.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 9/22/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Checked on HC Valley gate and lot - two hunter vehicles in the meadow and five permitted Senior vehicles. I turned around two non-hunter vehicles (one truck with bikes and one lonely-looking guy with camp gear) at the gate. One of the Senior drivers thanked me for patrolling the lot.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 9/22/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Sawmill Lot OS (south end of Marolt Bridge) is clean of Olson's camp/trash. Olson may still be in jail on latest felony possession (for heroin this time).
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 9/22/2016 9:30 AM
12:00pm Assisted City Parks & OS with clean up of camps on Shadow Mtn, Marolt, and Barbee OS. Barbee shack will take some doing to demolish. OST will assist again tomorrow as available.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 9/22/2016 8:00 AM
9:30am Sent out completed WEDU Fifty monitoring report. Gary will be contacting event organizers and misbehaving racers (identified in report by race bib number). Event organizer, Dave Bolch, will be issued a written warning for violation of Special Use permit.
957 ABC/BurlingameTrail Found vandalism 9/21/2016 1:00 PM
Items large and small being deposited in Harmony park flume under bridge.
957 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Installed signage 9/21/2016 8:30 AM
Seasonal Ajax trail signage removed from ski area trails by trail crew
957 Burlingame/Deer Hill Everything great 9/20/2016 1:00 PM
Burlingame connector open through Park 1, no more detour for now.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 9/20/2016 1:00 PM
Had the chance to make an interpretive contact with some folks from LA. They were very interested and seemed very appreciative. Try putting your nature nerd hat on when you're up on Hunter Creek!
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/20/2016 10:00 AM
DOL - Chris Danner took a friends dog for a walk while visiting Aspen. Had leash. Referred to Pitkin Outside. First offense. Lecture. VW.
1558 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Campsite found/evicted 9/20/2016 6:30 AM
Follow up visit w/124 to make contact with Barbee cabin camper. All belonging we're gone and the place was cleaned out. Makes our job easier, but there is a guy with a huge pile of stuff somewhere in town. Noteworthy items: Eddie Bauer duffels, USPS bike, tinfoil helmet.
1558 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Campsite found/evicted 9/19/2016 2:00 PM
Called to investigate a camper w/APD 114, 119 above Shadow Mtn Condos. Found an elaborate plywood "home" in the oak brush of Barbee OS. Subject ran when we knocked at the door. White male, 50's, thinning hair, glasses. I have seen him in town before. Hopefully we can contact and get him to dismantle. Finest accommodations I have seen on OS thus far.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 9/19/2016 8:00 AM
WEDU signage was out of the ground but left at the Smuggler Mountain Road Trailhead as of 0900 hours.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/18/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Suitcases and other trash from tagged campsite below N/W corner of Intercept Lot is gone.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 9/18/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Overheard report of "Nick Olson snorting meth" in front of Clark's Market. APD responded and located Olson in the skatepark, but decided to leave him be.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 9/18/2016 12:30 PM
DOL Meg Dangler. Polite, cooperative, had leashes. Wanted to let them run since there was not many other people on the trail. Lecture about "off season" misconception and fielded questions about DOL areas/year round regulations etc. First offense. VW.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 9/18/2016 11:30 AM
1:40pm Monitored call regarding bike accident at intersection of Lower River Rd. and Rio Grande Trail (near 2145 L. R. Rd.). Female patient sustained "gash" to her leg. 57, 12, and Medic 42 responded. All units eventually cleared on patient refusal. 837 saw no hazards on scene after the fact.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 9/18/2016 11:30 AM
1:00pm Monitored Airline-section of WEDU. Myself and one other uphill cyclist got hit by downhill event riders. Two more downhill riders came close to hitting me as well and force me to ride off the trail. One downhill rider swore at me when I confronted him and explained the trail is open to the public and that he must yield to uphill traffic. The use of Airline Trail as a descent route for the event was unsafe. After a chat, the RFMBA event marshal at the top of Airline did a great job educating all subsequent riders about two-way traffic. WEDU was not a race, but participants rode with an obvious race mentality. Lance Armstrong looked a bit rough topping out on Cozyline... 837 and I compiled a monitoring report.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Bicycle Action 9/18/2016 10:00 AM
10:00am Permit check on bike tour group on RGT - Blazing Adventures is good to go.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 9/18/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Monitored complaint to TOSV regarding cyclists "speeding down" the North Rim Trail. The RP was in the area and was upset that the trail was not "closed." This was likely part of the WEDU event.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 9/18/2016 9:30 AM
9:30am Camp tagged by 837 has been removed from Smuggler.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 9/18/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Documented green and red hot air balloon (marked #8 in Snowmass Balloon Festival) landed on Viewline Trail in TOSV jurisdiction. Balloon eventually succeeded in taking off, flying very low over park, and landing near Brush Creek Rd. No resource damage, but a bystander pointed out that the balloon torches could easily touch off a fire. There were several other balloons stuck in backyards and in brush all over Snowmass.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 9/17/2016 3:30 PM
5:15pm Photographed non-hunter, non-Senior/handicap driver vehicles parked in HC Valley meadow and lot. Forwarded obs to new PitCo Code Enforcement Officer.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/17/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Contacted "Russell" of Boulder, CO and a group of 10 cyclists in similar red & white jerseys at South Gate. The group is loosely affiliated with Cyclists' Touring Club out of the UK. The 10 riders are "friends" and they do not pay a fee. Russell follows the cyclists in an old Subaru Outback. The group started in Ouray, descended Indy Pass today, and are bound for McClure tomorrow. I explained even charitable organizations are required to get a special use permit. I advised him to contact Janet U. for events to come. I do not feel the small group is causing much impact on the trails.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/17/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Outreached large group of cyclists at Stein Park lot bound for Four Corners. We discussed wearing orange during hunting season, and I answered questions about new Glassier Trail. One cyclist was wearing orange.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Bicycle Action 9/17/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Outreached trio of older tourists on E-bikes. They all seemed qualified to use the E-bikes (like most of our aging demographic), but were shoddy riders. I coached the group of announcing before passing and cautioned them to watch the speed with motor-assisted bikes. Sooner or later we are going to get lunch bunch E-bike crashes.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 9/17/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Educational contact with couple with three dogs (two off-leash) leaving Stein Park. Pit Bull got in way of bike traffic. The group leashed up before hiking on the RGT.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 9/17/2016 10:30 AM
Deputy 66 and I attempted to contact campers with 2 tents located at the open area behind the large boulders (left side of Smug mt rd. approx 1/4 way up to obs deck). No one was home. Tagged for removal. - There was no indication that it was homeless pop. More likely folks in town for one of the various events/festivals.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 9/17/2016 8:00 AM
8:00am Olson is in jail & out of jail for "being free" in the nude downtown Aspen.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 9/17/2016 8:00 AM
8:30am Received confusing, vague late-evening voicemail message from Dr. Johnson. The doctor wants to speak with 839 about the "rebels" or "rentals"? (839 is in Europe until 10/2). This may concern the Sovereign Citizens "pastor" who frequents Penny Hot Springs? I will return the doctor's call at a reasonable time today for more info.
8136 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/16/2016 2:30 PM
More praise about new Glassier trail from both hikers and bikers.
8136 Owl Creek Trail Maintenance 9/16/2016 1:30 PM
Location of R&B work on OCT is clean and safe. No hazards.
839 Owl Creek Trail Trails 9/15/2016 1:00 PM
Owl Ck Tr project may last 2 weeks, they will not work tomorrow. We need to check trail Friday a.m.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 9/15/2016 11:00 AM
Installed "No Moto" signage on BTS, Lollipop, and Tootsie Roll trailheads off of Smug mt rd. I found the Uppermost Tootsie Roll trailhead sign to be missing (including 4x4)..
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 9/15/2016 10:30 AM
Skarvan came to meeting, has postponed his court date til November, stated OST was going to require 8 permits of him, wanted OST to consider revamping permitting of small operators
839 Open Space & Trails Trails 9/15/2016 10:30 AM
Joint meeting of COA and OST, lots of energy to move Castle Ck Tr forward from Music and Country Day folks.
836 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 9/15/2016 8:00 AM
Other Side of Northstar tour--unbelievable day with very excited tour guests!
839 Glassier Open Space Signage 9/14/2016 1:30 PM
Private drive sign installed on Glassier driveway and no parking installed at gate at bottom of trails
8135 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 9/14/2016 11:00 AM
12:00pm Worked with CPW officer Kurtis Tesch to determine location where black bear was shot earlier this week in Meadowood area (see yesterday's Aspen Times). Bear was shot from private land, but after much looking over maps, it appears the bear may have been killed on adjacent private land or City land. I notified 1958.
839 Owl Creek Trail Trails 9/14/2016 11:00 AM
OCT has R and B heavy equipment on trail going ditch work with dump trucks on trail through at least Thursday
839 Owl Creek Trail Trails 9/14/2016 11:00 AM
Cut 14" aspen blow down on trail
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 9/14/2016 8:30 AM
9:30am Met with 839 & 03 to discuss big radio comms changes to come with pending PitCo transition ot 800MHz radios. 03 explained rangers will be dispatched through PitMuni (along with everyone else who is not EMS/Fire or LEO). We should still be able to "scan" LEO and EMS/Fire traffic. We also discussed a potential safety bulletin for updates on issues that may impact open space, such as Olson being released from Jail, etc.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 9/13/2016 4:00 PM
5:30pm Took report from Dispatch (via off-duty 202) of downed aspen tree blocking Deadline Trail. 836 and I found and removed tree.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/13/2016 11:00 AM
11:00am Responded on bike from Stein Bridge for code medical call for injured cyclist originally reported to be "directly in front of Woody Creek Tavern." As I guessed, I found the patient on the RGT behind the residences at Steven's Street. I directed PCSO and Medic 42 to patient. 62yo Male with laceration and abrasion to head. Swollen and abraded knee. Torn, bloody clothes. A&Ox4/3. The patient had Hx of high BP and could not remember his Rx. I assessed patient, but did not need to provide first aid. Cyclist was not wearing helmet and fell when he collided with friend's bike. No unusual hazards present.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 9/13/2016 9:00 AM
10:30am Met with 839, USFS, and Road & Bridge to discuss Hunter-Smuggler Cooperative Agreement, McCloskey Lot Agreement, and County Asset Mgmt Plan as they pertain to the HC Valley gate. Conclusion: gate will remain open during hunting season, signage will be improved, County Manager will designate a few individuals to enforce parking regs with County code tickets, and we will all monitor for user conflicts.
839 Sky Mountain Park Counters 9/12/2016 3:00 PM
Finished counter harvest, Airline patrol
839 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 9/12/2016 12:00 PM
Met w/J Kravitz ACES on naturalist program wrap up
839 Seven Star Ranch Trails 9/12/2016 10:00 AM
Rode 7 star, checked and re set signs, brushed in old shale trail at 7 star saddle.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/11/2016 2:30 PM
4:00pm Made six bike contacts on Glassier Trail. All of them were new to the Glassier Trail; only one had previously ridden from Buckhorn and accidentally descended the equestrian trail. All were happy to be out on the new trail. Rangers - when explaining the funky trail configuration on the Glassier to Buckhorn route, please let people know OST, BLM, and RFMBA have a plan to build a higher elevation singletrack connector between the two trails in the near future, which will fix the existing issues.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 9/11/2016 12:30 PM
Removed camper's belongings from South Gate Aspen trees. I tagged them on 9/8/16. I left a pink tag indicating where to pick up the belongings. They are now located and labeled in contractor bag in our lockup.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/11/2016 11:30 AM
1:00pm Did more roving interpretation on HC. Chatted with a couple about Smuggler mining history and referred many groups to Pitkin Outside. Called out one dog owner for evidently leashing her dog as she saw me from afar - not enough PC for a ticket, but enough for a chat. She was very surprised to be caught. I also took a report of "rogue bikers" descending HC at unsafe speed. The cyclists were safe & polite when they saw me earlier in their ride. UTL.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 9/11/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Written Warning: Lisa Fortier for golden retriever way out of V&S control on Smuggler Mtn Rd. Fortier denied previous contacts with rangers, despite her record in Ranger Mobile. Fortier was warned previously for same offense in same location. Her husband was cited for same offense. Fortier was not enthused about our contact, but she was not "confrontational" or uncooperative as in her last contact. I informed her next contact would result in a ticket.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 9/11/2016 8:30 AM
Educated man about having a DOL on OST near Woody Creek. He wanted to walk the Rio but did not have a leash. I supplied him with one of our own.
8135 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 9/11/2016 8:00 AM
8:30am Submitted service requests to Fleet for 107 & 108 - both trucks are showing "Maint. required" lights. 107 is showing "low tire pressure" light despite normal tire pressure. Both trucks may need new air cabin filters.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 9/11/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am ACES has four upcoming events on Open Space. A "Walk on the Other Side" 9am-1pm 10/15. "Evening of Elk" 6-8pm on 9/27, 9/30, and 10/12. https://www.aspennature.org/calendar
8135 Glassier Open Space Fire 9/10/2016 6:00 PM
6:30pm Patrolled Glassier Ranch OS area on report of a wildland fire with "tall flames." Basalt Fire responded. I didn't see anything, nor did the fire guys. It sounds like a false report.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Parking 9/10/2016 3:30 PM
4:40pm Contacted couple - one on horseback and the other on bike - who had passed multiple "No Parking" signs and parked truck & horse trailer in Cozy Pt. South meadow. I tagged their vehicle and then contacted them at Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd. I issued a written warning to Matt Harder of Medicine Bow Rd. for parking illegally/driving into meadow. Matt's wife was very polite and admitted to passing signs and parking in an illegal spot. Matt was cooperative, but annoyed. I encouraged them to come back and enjoy the park, but to do so by using one of the designated lots.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/10/2016 2:30 PM
2:30pm Did some roving interp along Hunter Creek Trail - a group of tourists actually tolerated a mini-lecture about pine beetles and the open space program.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 9/10/2016 1:30 PM
3:30pm Checked on HC Valley gate - three vehicles parked in the lot and one truck and one horse trailer parked in the meadow. Two of the three vehicles in the lot looked like bikers. I chatted with one vehicle owner who was finishing a Hummingbird lap. He looked to be an extremely fit "senior citizen." The meadow vehicles look like hunters. No vehicles had handicapped or senior credentials. No vehicles were blocking, so no need to contact USFS Wood.
8136 Stein Trail Dog Offense 9/10/2016 1:30 PM
DOL - Samuel Rondeau with 3 small docile dogs. He took dogs off leash when he saw multiple other individuals with dogs running off leash on Stein Trail. I was unable to locate any other DOL in the area at that time but do believe him. This seems like it will be a problem area in the "off season". Lecture and VW.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/10/2016 12:30 PM
1:00pm Called in disabled vehicle in HWY 82 across from JHS. Driver was safe and able to contact rental company for assistance. I also checked on small campsite tagged by 837 at South Gate; items and tag remain as they were. I cleaned up trash around the lot, and helped patch a leaking raft for some low-water floaters.
8135 Stein Trail Dog Offense 9/10/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Cited Joel Lee and verbally warned Tripp Freeman for DOL x 2 on Stein Trail. I had lectured and given a written warning to Lee this past winter. During that previous encounter Lee was ultimately cooperative, but his ETOH friend had been verbally aggressive. Lee was polite today and admitted responsibility for continuing to break the rule. I explained wildlife and safety rationale for leash law.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/10/2016 10:00 AM
11:30am Educational contact with Aussie on burly-looking E-MTB on RGT at Stein Falls. The cyclist agreed to turn around and use one of his other non-motorized bikes on our trails.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Dog Offense 9/10/2016 8:30 AM
10:00am Educational contact with woman walking DOL on Marolt Bridge while I was en route to the Rio. She leashed dog upon request.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 9/10/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Patrolled Little Cloud & AJAX trails on report of disoriented, suspicious backpacker on trail. PCSO requested Open Space response. It quickly came to light that N. Olson is out of jail again - be careful! APD contacted Olson in the west end of Aspen this morning. 836 and I checked all the usual spots on Shadow Mtn for camps, but came up clean.
839 Open Space & Trails Accident/Rescue 9/09/2016 3:00 PM
Female fell off bike onto face on Ditchline Tr, All of the upper valley resources responded. Patient walked out to ambi
8136 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 9/09/2016 2:00 PM
55 y/o female involved in bike accident on Ditchline Trail. Patient sustained facial bleeding and possible concussion with no loss of consciousness. Snowmass Ambi transport to AVH. See report.
839 Glassier Open Space Trails 9/09/2016 8:00 AM
Rode Glassier Trails from Buckhorn Traverse, flagged, and signed the weaknesses in order to reduce conflict. Please read e mail
839 Glassier Open Space Wildlife 9/09/2016 8:00 AM
cougar at Marolt wetlands reported about 10:30 APD UTL
839 Seven Star Ranch Closed Area 9/08/2016 2:00 PM
Signed closed at upper north mesa and north rim to keep people out of trail builders hair. Aldo closed it with flagging ! Per Ted
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 9/08/2016 2:00 PM
The bicycle associated with the camp/belongings at South Gate has been removed. There are several bags of personal items that remain. I tagged them for removal within 48 hours - we should check back at noon on Saturday, 9/10/16.
8136 Glassier Open Space Signage 9/08/2016 10:30 AM
Explored Glassier Bike trail along with many other mountain bikers this am. I spoke with 9 people who had difficulty linking our new trail with Buckskin. There is a section of 2-track coming from Buckskin that intersects closely with the Equestrian Trail and bikers are jumping on this trail due to lack of signage. There is also lack of signage on the main ranch road and it is uncertain to folks whether to go right, or left, in order to link up to our new trail. Other signage to consider is "keep gate closed" on each side of the ranch gates on the connector trail between RGT and Glassier. Lastly, are we attempting to discourage cyclists from entering Glassier from the first driveway entrance when coming from the West? - Aside from some directional confusion, everyone was thrilled about the new trail!
8136 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 9/07/2016 5:30 PM
Monitored report of Justin Schaffe very irate, screaming, and yelling on a RFTA bus at 0935 hours. I later saw Schaffe panhandling at the Brush/82 intersection and he gave me a surprisingly aggressive "peace" sign as I drove passed.
957 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 9/07/2016 2:30 PM
Abandoned campsite cleared from underneath Marolt Bridge east footing.
8136 Open Space Properties Illegal Camping 9/07/2016 2:00 PM
Assisted 1957 with tagging and removing trash from a camp on Marolt OS near the Castle Creek riverbank below ditch. 24 hours notice to vacate.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 9/07/2016 11:30 AM
Found what appears to be a camp with multiple bags of belongings (clothing, shoes, blanket, bicycle etc) at South Gate near East end of parking area in the brush. Tagged with 24 hours to vacate.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 9/06/2016 12:00 PM
2:00pm Educational contact with female dog owner who let her very calm brindle boxer off-leash to stand next to her on Stein Bridge. The woman was very adamant that her dog was handicapped and unable to run - I watched and sure enough the dog seemed unable to do much else other than sit or walk slowly. I talked to the owner and she agreed to leash dog back up. She swore she only lets dog off-leash to sit on the bridge. She explained the dog will essentially drop dead if it runs due to a sick heart. I saw the dog still on leash as she walked back to Burlingame.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 9/06/2016 11:00 AM
12:00pm Monitored code medical call for 25yo Male subject who fell down embankment on E. side of HWY133 near Penny Hot Springs. 839 & I suspected it was an ETOH subject we contacted earlier in the day who asked if he could swing on the USGS cable car. 75 and Carbondale Ambi 81 responded. I warned 75 that the Sovereign Citizen's pastor was on scene. 2220 responded as backup. All units cleared on patient refusal.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/06/2016 9:30 AM
11:00am Walked through Filoha Meadows closure/signage procedure with 839. Cleaned up trash and talked to the "locals" at Penny Hot Springs. There is quite the motley crew in residence at the springs - hippies and the "Sovereign Citizens" pastor. Per 75 & 2220, the Sovereign Citizens group is camped in wall tents on Coal Basin Road. The pastor drives a white Suburban or truck with a cab cover (American flag + black block letters that say "Pastor" so and so) They are militantly anti-government and armed, so they probably don't want to be our friends.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 9/05/2016 5:00 PM
Found a vehicle parked next to the overlook deck. Located the owner, who was starting a hike to look for places to shoot his gun, and asked him to move the vehicle. Friendly and compliant.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/05/2016 3:00 PM
Educated 2 teens in kayaks beached on Bass gravel bar fishing
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/05/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Staged 4x4 post for new camera post at west end of JHS heron closure boundary. Contacted and educated two fly fishermen fishing from trail-accessed beach. They were very friendly and I directed them to fishing accesses found on Pitkin Outside.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Wildlife 9/05/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Found big decapitated mule deer buck on N. side of HWY82 west of JHS. I texted DWM Tesch, just in case he was interested in checking it out. Tesch said the animal was a 6-point buck, and he asked to keep an ear out for anyone bragging about taking its head...
839 Hummingbird Lode Open Space Parking 9/05/2016 12:00 PM
I tagged 2 cars blocking gate at USFS hunter ck gate. Kelly Wood came by and served both Fed tickets !
839 Hummingbird Lode Open Space Trails 9/05/2016 12:00 PM
Hummingbird trail busy
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Bicycle Action 9/05/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Outreached two E-bikers on Basalt-Mass Trail regarding OPDMD rules. They both seemed qualified for "mobility impairment" (as do most older folks).
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Signage 9/05/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Passed along complaint to JA from HOA resident, "Larry," at Basalt-Mass/Arbaney-Kittle junction. Confused uphill cyclists keep riding straight into his driveway from Basalt-Mass instead of bearing right on Holland Hills Rd. Problem has been ongoing for "ten years" and he's told "anyone that shows up in a uniform."
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 9/05/2016 11:00 AM
11:00am Possible camper (old blue Toyota truck) is gone from Emma Schoolhouse.
8135 Mills OSP Maintenance 9/05/2016 9:30 AM
9:30am OST Rangers, I tightened up the bolt/hitch on 108's bike rack. If you see the rack flopping around, please tightened the bolt again to keep it from getting stripped. It's an easy quick fix.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/05/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Checked on the Intercept Lot/Mills Rim camp again. The tagged tent has been removed, but garbage and suitcases covered by a blue tarp remain. Justin Schaaf crossed the street again today when he saw me and was headed towards the area of the camp when I drove away. Perhaps it's just coincidence. Perhaps Schaaf is our new OST campground host.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/04/2016 5:00 PM
5:30pm Justin Schaaf is back and living in the Intercept Lot. I encountered Schaaf panhandling at the Brush Creek light; when he saw me, he immediately crossed the intersection, using our underpass, as if to talk to me. Considering how weird this guy has been lately, I wouldn't be surprised if that's what he was doing. I stayed away from him. Be aware that Schaaf is a felon with some history of violence. Although he is typically not a problem, be careful and do not contact him without law enforcement assistance. Keep in mind that Schaaf may be associated with any of the camps found on nearby open space. I spoke with 15 at the wash bay, and he explained PCSO cannot enforce on parking issues in the Intercept Lot (City of Aspen Parking Dept. manages parking in the lot through an intergovernmental agreement, even though the lot is CDOT-owned and located in the county).
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 9/04/2016 2:00 PM
5:00pm Rode a fantastic Viewline-Skyline-Cozyline-Brush-Ditchline loop. Sky MP is very busy with the Fall-like weather (one of the busiest days I've seen all year). Trail users were all very happy and thankful for OST. I encountered a very big, healthy-looking black bear on Ditchline Trail. I also ran into John Wilkinson, who reported that he spotted a lion nearby on Tom Blake Trail.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/04/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Verbal Warning: Adam Goldsmith for DOL on HC near Verena Mallory junction. Adam knows the rule and has been cited for Voice & Sight Control. I lectured him on this and feel I got the point across that there will be no more warnings. I told him how to use Pitkin Outside to determine dog regs.
8135 Glassier Open Space Signage 9/04/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am OST Maint. Crew has installed new signage on Glassier Ranch OS and improved gate access with stones and additional fence to keep out unauthorized vehicles. There are now no "No Dogs" signs before trail users reach base of Crown trail and there is no "no vehicles" sign on Aleck's driveway; however, the Crown gate itself is well signed with standard regs.
8135 Glassier Open Space Wildlife 9/04/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Closed gate on Emma OS that keeps wildlife & cattle off HWY82 - someone keeps leaving this gate open (Maint. Crew or ranchers).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 9/04/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Keep eye on old gray Toyota pickup (NV: 56C-045) possibly camped overnight at Emma Schoolhouse. I have noticed this vehicle parked at Emma Schoolhouse in the past.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 9/04/2016 9:30 AM
9:45am Checked WC RGT and Aspen-Mass trail sections for gravel after intense rainstorm - they look clean and ready for cyclists!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 9/04/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Moved along fly fishing guide parked and partially blocking L. River Rd. on tight curve within 60 second drive of two large empty OST parking lots. The guide was polite and promptly moved his vehicle.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/04/2016 9:00 AM
9:00am Checked back on tagged camp below NW rim of Intercept Lot on Mills OS - the camp was unoccupied and it appears no one has visited since I tagged it. Everything in the camp is now rain soaked.
1559 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Dog off leash - education contact 9/03/2016 4:30 PM
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/03/2016 4:00 PM
4:30pm Spotted camp below rim of Intercept Lot on Mills OS while patrolling RGT. 57 and I checked on camp. There are multiple suitcases, a tent, a notepad with poorly-spelled notes, and trash. The camp looks to belong to a female. The general area has a lot of scattered trash and remnants of camps. I found a partial ID on a suitcase - "Georgette" our of Charleston. 57 left a message at the number listed on the tag. I tagged tent for removal within 24hrs.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Trails 9/03/2016 3:30 PM
4:00pm Shoveled and swept more gravel off the base of Aspen-Mass Trail. I will notify Ted of ongoing problem.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 9/03/2016 1:45 PM
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 9/03/2016 1:45 PM
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/03/2016 1:30 PM
2:55pm Monitored code medical call @ Koch Lumber Park for a patient suffering seizures. Patient was approx. 40yo male camped in a green tent in the SE corner of the park. APD responded and found patient conscious and breathing with slurred speech. Patient had a history of seizures. Medic 94 responded as well, and it sounded like transport was declined.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 9/03/2016 11:00 AM
11:20am Cut and removed tree from upper HC with help from enthusiastic cyclist.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 9/03/2016 11:00 AM
12:40pm Responded to SAR call on HC for a missing 53yo Female. Dispatch gave me subject description and RP info. I had previously received secondhand report about the missing subject - her boyfriend was reportedly upset that he couldn't find her. The woman returned on her own within minutes of the SAR call.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/03/2016 11:00 AM
1:00pm It is still tourist season on HC-Smug. I answered questions like "What is the theory on how little things (...ticks) get on you?" and "Is the gondola still running (on top of Smuggler Mtn)? Can we take it down?" I met Jim Kravitz and Audrey, ACES naturalist, on the trail. I pointed out good areas (bridges, HC-RGT junction, Obs. Deck) to effectively outreach trail users.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/02/2016 4:30 PM
5:00pm Pink-tagged bag full of clothing items & shoes stashed on south side of Intercept Lot/Mills OS. I requested it be removed within 24hrs.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/02/2016 1:30 PM
2:30pm Verbal Warning: Sara Turner for DOL (labradoodle, "Teddy") on HCT above ditch. Very polite, but confused about signage (unleashed after leaving Rio). I gave her a Pitkin Outside card & explained rules.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Mutual Aid 9/02/2016 12:30 PM
1:00pm Responded with APD to report of distraught woman screaming in Marolt OS LZ. Medics 94 was flagged down by off-duty officer. Woman had a small child in a stroller and was OK, but very upset about life events - losing house, losing bag on bus, etc. Medics cleared and APD walked subject & baby over to HHS. RFTA eventually found & returned woman's bag.
839 Open Space & Trails Trails 9/02/2016 12:00 PM
Elizabeth Murray of Hooks Spur is allowed to hike on Glassier Trails with her large grey Italian Mastiff dog on leash with vest on. Liz is visually impaired.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Meeting/Planning 9/02/2016 9:00 AM
11:00am Toured Seven Star Ranch OS and Hunter Creek Valley with 839 and new County code enforcement officer, Patrick, to discuss ongoing code issues.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 9/01/2016 1:30 PM
One of the "10 Minute Loading Between These Signs" sign was thrown down the embankment near the rope swing at the Ped Bridge. This is the second time I have found the sign tampered with this summer. First time the top bolt was missing leaving the sign inverted. I replaced the sign and added a second top nut to avoid future issue.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/01/2016 9:00 AM
Responded to a complaint passed down from DOW that a group of folks and children were leaving a trail of MnMs on the ground along Smuggler Mountain Rd from the parking lot to observation deck. I was unable to locate any candy or individuals involved in the activity.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 9/01/2016 9:00 AM
A short haired pointer named Finch took himself on a walk up to the observation deck at Smuggler this morning. His owner, Meg Simon, who lives in Centennial Apts is on vacation in Ireland. A friend named Jennifer spotted Finch and passed him along to me. Ri Ri (48) took over and brought him to the animal shelter at 1015 hours.
839 Glassier Open Space Penalty Assessment 8/31/2016 5:30 PM
Served greg Jurgensen for 7 Glassier violations
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 8/31/2016 1:30 PM
Skarvan problem reports
839 Hunter Creek Trail Meeting/Planning 8/31/2016 10:00 AM
Plans for compliance at Hunter ck USFS gate
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 8/30/2016 2:00 PM
Sky MP seems to be increasingly more busy each time I go there. Ideal temperatures + season ending soon likely impacting trail usage.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Signage 8/30/2016 2:00 PM
5:30pm Hiked all the way from the welcome sign to the Rim on the yet-to-be-completed Seven Star Trail. I posted one "trail closed' sign at the intersection of the new trail and a popular illegal trail. I left material for three more signs with trail crew. The trail looks great. The crew must be having a lot of fun riding their motos around.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/30/2016 1:00 PM
Northstar extremely quiet these days. Usage could be affected by the roadwork causing 1 way traffic on 82. Only 1 car in all of the parking areas along 82 and Wildwood combined (not including the ACES van).
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 8/30/2016 12:00 PM
Several people complained about thistle along Forest Service trails in Hunter Creek Valley. They requested I pass along the info in hopes someone can "eradicate" the plants.
839 Crystal Trail Trails 8/30/2016 8:00 AM
Set out 3 cones with announcement for trail losure
8135 Brush Creek Trail Mutual Aid 8/29/2016 5:00 PM
5:30pm Stopped at an apparent single-vehicle accident on BC Rd. @ Mile 1.0. I confirmed driver was uninjured and safe, but also discovered she was apparently very ETOH or otherwise intoxicated. 73 & 74 responded and arrested one female subject for suspected DUI. It later became evident the driver was also a suspect in a hit-and-run with a RFTA bus in the Intercept Lot. Bad day for that one.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Closed Area 8/29/2016 1:30 PM
3:45pm Contacted group attempting to set up for photo shoot in Hunter Creek Valley (very preppy-looking bunch in new blue 4Runner and gray Tacoma). The group explained they wanted to do a photoshoot for a local jewelry store. I informed them that parking in the uppermost lot is reserved for Senior & Handicapped. I explained that vehicle access to the valley is restricted to the road and limited to licensed hunters. I also informed them a permit is required for commercial activities on USFS & County lands. The group decided to leave instead of taking info on permitting. I've informed (USFS) Kelly Wood.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 8/29/2016 1:00 PM
1:15pm Responded to RGT @ Shady Lane on complaint of construction vehicles blocking trail corridor. Project was approved by Austin Weiss (COA) and involves directional boring beneath trail to locate waterline. Crew seemed to be doing a sufficient job at slowing down cyclists in work zone. Project should be done soon. Some sassy remarks were exchanged between crew and irritated resident. I directed further calls to COA (and informed 1958/9).
8135 Chapparal Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/29/2016 9:30 AM
12:30pm Rode Chaparral Trail with 839 and met with prop manager in regards to conflicts with hunters crossing land. Hunting and firearms are not allowed on trail access, but hunters crossing to BLM land argue the resolution does not specifically prohibit bows. Bow elk season has started (runs 8/27-9/25).
839 Chapparal Trail Trails 8/29/2016 9:30 AM
Many access and signage issues yo be sorted out on Chapparal Tr. Be aware: no parking at gate, no hunting or firearms but bow weapons are not strictly prohibited.
836 Moore Open Space Parking 8/28/2016 4:00 PM
Car parked on Marolt. See email.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/26/2016 12:30 PM
Responded to call of a reported 82 y/o male involved in a bike crash on the RGT. The man fell from his bike and was about 8-10 ft down the hillside. He was not injured, but was fatigued and unable to climb back up to the trail. Aspen Fire responded and were able to assist the individual to safety without the use of ropes.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/25/2016 11:30 AM
11:45am Responded to bike accident on RGT @ Steven's Street from approx. MM 37.5 on RGT. Biked a fast mile and a half. Provided basic first aid to 51 yo Female. A&0x4, good CSMs, PERRL, etc. Directed Ambi & PCSO to scene. Patient crashed while looking over shoulder at friends - no unusual hazards - and sustained bleeding head wound to left temple. Stopped bleeding with bandage and turned over patient to Medic 93. Patient refusal. 66 gave patient ride to AVH after she was cleared by medics. I put group in touch with Aspen Bike Rentals for a pick-up and directed them to take shelter at Steven's St. bus stop during thunderstorm. 838 actually watched this whole scene from a plane as he landed in Aspen.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 8/25/2016 11:30 AM
12:15pm Verbal Warning: Anthony Rutgers (formerly of Aspen) for DOL (white curly-haired dog) at approx. MM 37.0 on RGT. Leashed upon request and admitted he knows rule. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 8/25/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Joined conference call at request of PCSO. At 0330 hours, inmate broke pipe and caused flooding in Jail, which leaked into Dispatch server room. Main message to public: 911, admin, and radio comms were never impacted; however, damage has occurred. LEO database and EMS pagers are down. Dispatch relocated to MRA at 0630 hours. Decision will be made to move Dispatch to North 40 station early at 1400 hours.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 8/25/2016 8:00 AM
8:30am Replied to inquiry from Boulder, CO artist about holding a commercial workshop on Redstone Country Store parcel. I requested she submit a permit application. The artist stated she would rather avoid using OST property than pay permit fee. I provided a permit application document, which she in the end elected to consider.
8135 Open Space & Trails Resource Damage 8/25/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Contacted B. Droste in regards to pending court case against driver in apparent DUI accident on Brush Creek Trail & private land on 7/2. Droste has already communicated DA and is pursuing financial restitution for damage to his irrigation system. Defendant has been very honest and easy to work with, according to Droste.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 8/24/2016 5:30 PM
4:30pm Upcoming events: ACC bike race on Sky MP tonight @ 1800 hours. Wed-Fri extensive roadwork & traffic delays on Cemetery Lane. Ongoing roadwork on HWY82 west of North Star as well. Drilling project planned alongside RGT @ Shady Lane next week.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 8/24/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Contacted crew with trailer full of debris at Picture Point gate to Seven Star Ranch OS. They are working for "Tony," the adjacent landowner, and cleaning out a ditch. No dumping evident. Nice guys.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 8/24/2016 2:30 PM
3:20pm Met former mayor of Snowmass, Bill B. on Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd. Bill had questions about who to contact about replacing E. Snowmass Creek Trail bridge. I referred him to USFS. I also encountered 242 & 243 as they completed horse patrol of Viewline Trail. They will be joining us at the 9/24 hunter training.
8135 Coke Ovens Park - Redstone Illegal Camping 8/24/2016 11:00 AM
11:00am Contacted Ms. Griffin (aka "Angel 7") sleeping in her inoperable mini-van in front of Coke Ovens OS. The van was full of trash and swarms of blackflies. I offered Griffin maps identifying areas open and not open to camping, but she was not interested. Griffin is in a difficult & vulnerable position as a mentally-ill homeless woman. I spent a generous amount of time trying to help Griffin leave town. I was able to resolve bad relationship between Griffin and the Redstone General Store folks. Griffin is still on very bad terms with Redstone Stables lease holders. There have been verbal confrontations between Griffin and the horse guides. Griffin used the landline to call her insurance company and contact several tow companies. The Redstone Chapel raised $50 to cover tow costs after deductible, but at the last second all tow companies refused the job. Griffin's van is stuck in Coke Ovens Park pullout until someone like PCSO tows it. I informed Griffin of charity services available in GWS and explained she could take a bus to Vail (where she claims she has a job). I also cautioned Griffin her vehicle may be impounded. I updated 68 on Griffin's case.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 8/24/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Returned phone call to S. Schepper in regards to citation (837 will call her tomorrow). Answered e-mail in regards to special use request on Redstone Country Store parcel (group of 8 artists from Boulder, CO want to hold a painting session).
836 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 8/23/2016 3:30 PM
Someone set up a teepee on or just outside the Cozy Point South OS--it's difficult to tell if it is on our property. If it is, it is right on the boundary. It's just on the other side of the ditch from the highway.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 8/22/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Spoke with FPO Kelly Wood about HC Valley gate. I referred her to Scott Mattice, as R&B manages opening & closing that gate. Kelly suggested keeping gate closed, but unlocked with a sign welcoming licensed hunters to cut down on MTBer parking.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Bicycle Action 8/22/2016 11:00 AM
11:00am Contacted gentleman on E-MTB and explained OPDMD trail regs. Nice guy with an artificial hip = good to go. Like most E-bikers he quoted State law that says generally assisted pedal bikes under certain horsepower are allowed on trails, which seems to be common knowledge. According to this gentleman, E-bikes are very popular in Moab now. I spotted another man on a black DIY-gasoline-powered bike, but he stuck to Southside Drive and stayed off trail.
839 Glassier Open Space Trails 8/22/2016 8:00 AM
Maint crew will install signage this week
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/21/2016 3:30 PM
Report of dog bite. See email.
8135 Lani White Trail Trails 8/21/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm In stark contrast to my chat with Skarvan, everyone else I spoke with on Hunter-Smug was extremely friendly and interested in learning. More families with little kids on the trail than I have ever seen. I answered many questions about mining, wildlife, geology, etc. and generally played the naturalist role. It was cool to meet kids excited to see a ranger.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/21/2016 11:30 AM
12:30pm Contacted Erik Skarvan on Hunter Creek Trail to discuss his advertised un-permitted Sundog Atheltics events scheduled for this weekend and next weekend. Skarvan quickly resorted to yelling loudly, attempted to bring a family of hikers with young kids into the conversation, and kept talking to me when I attempted to end contact. I warned Skarvan to stop illegally guiding on OST and advised him he could be issued a citation for second offense. Skarvan responded with insults, claimed I was threatening him, and seemed to believe he couldn't be cited a second time for the same offense. I ultimately ended the contact, let Skarvan get ahead of me on the trail, and apologized to the family of bystanders. I will fill out a report on this one.
8136 Glassier Open Space Bicycle Action 8/21/2016 10:30 AM
I attempted to ride the new trail at Glassier. I ended up hiking it instead after the first few switchbacks. - The soil is far too loose to mountain bike safely. I would also not recommend this to prevent trail damage as it is easy to have the front tire slide out around the switchbacks. The soil needs to settle and be rained on a few times at least. I also think it would be wise to distinguish equestrian vs mountain bike trails sooner than later as the horse tracks are churning the already loose soil and likely preventing the trail from becoming solid.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 8/21/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Monitored call regarding female camper in silver mini-van behind Coke Ovens on OST property. RP @ Redstone Inn say she's been camped there for 4 nights and goes by the name of "Angel 7." 68 responded to call, ran plates on silver Silhouette Oldsmobile van, and contacted Nola Jean Angel Griffin (DOB 12/25/55) of FL sleeping in one of the coke ovens. Angel's van is broken down next to HWY133. 68 tried & failed to jump her car. 68 eventually dropped Angel off at the Redstone General Store to call a tow. Night shift will check back in the AM to make sure Angel has moved along.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion North Star Nature Preserve 8/21/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Left voicemail for Sasha Camacho - concerned landowner upstream of North Star. I offered to answer her many questions about our efforts on the Preserve this summer, but I was unable to reach her directly. She will be attending tomorrow's planning session.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 8/21/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Did some follow up research on night trail use in Sky MP - according to TRAFx, there is on avg. less than one "count" an hour after 8:00pm. Night use seems limited (counts may even be nocturnal animals).
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 8/20/2016 5:00 PM
Found a credit card
1559 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Issued verbal warning 8/20/2016 5:00 PM
Contacted a party slacklining in Paepcke about padding the trees and directed them to the slackline park at Newburry.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 8/20/2016 3:00 PM
3:00pm Removed & recycled metal table dumped alongside Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd.
8135 Glassier Open Space Wildlife 8/20/2016 2:00 PM
2:45pm Closed gate on Emma OS on shoulder of HWY82 - Kelly Wood was concerned it may let wildlife onto road.
8135 Glassier Open Space Parking 8/20/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Reported junky Ford Club-Wagon (CO: 844-MSW, blue, flat tires, tarp strapped over windshield) that is dumped/abandoned in RFTA's Hook Spur Lane lot near Glassier Ranch OS. Eagle County deputy was called to tag. I informed RFTA trail corridor manager, Bret Meredith, of the issue as well.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Dog off leash - education contact 8/20/2016 1:30 PM
stopped woman making her way onto the beach, stated she "did not read entire sign board"
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/20/2016 12:30 PM
1:30pm Patrolled BHS Zero Tolerance area. Lots of cyclists, but only a few leashed dogs. Someone with a sense of humor has written "Caution Trolls Under Bridge" at Wingo. Clearly, they don't know Olson is in jail...
8135 Deer Creek Open Space Closed Area 8/20/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Checked on Deer Creek OS. The two-track used in the pass by hunters is accessed by adjacent property, which could allow people to bypass gate. All is quiet now. Janet has posted a wildlife camera on two-track to document any trespass.
8135 Open Space & Trails North Star Nature Preserve 8/20/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Called Aspen Bike Rentals & Tours pretending to be customer and quizzed them on North Star dog & access rules. They gave a pretty accurate account of the regulations. Perhaps they changed their tune after giving bad advice to SUP renters yesterday?
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 8/20/2016 10:00 AM
DOL - Sanders came down from Sunnyside and did not see a sign. Friendly. First offense. Referred to Pitkinoutside for DOL areas. Lecture. VW.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Called to scene 8/20/2016 10:00 AM
Responded with Medic 94, 105, and 143 to dislocated hip on pickle ball courts. transport AVH
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 8/20/2016 9:00 AM
9:00am Responded to Buttermilk/Sky MP area on tip from Kelly Wood regarding illegal commercial event on OST. Erik Skarvan (DBA Sundog Athletics) is advertising bike clinics ($70/person) on Buttermilk Connector/Airline Trail on 8/20 and on Smuggler Mtn. on 8/27. Skarvan has an outstanding OST ticket for illegal commercial guiding, despite years of efforts to bring him into the fold. 1959 and I patrolled the area, but it appears the event was a no show. I will add events to Skarvan's file. Rangers, be on the look out for another unpermitted Skarvan event schedule for next Saturday on Smuggler.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 8/19/2016 3:30 PM
Responded to call of a party with two dogs off leash trespassing onto Northstar Preserve and Private Property. See reports: Schuppe and Tepper.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 8/19/2016 3:00 PM
Responded to a bear call on the Rio between the Post Office and Stein Park. I was already on that segment of trail. Some folks who saw it said it ducked into the brush towards the river near Duffy's Wiggles. I never saw the bear. Probably for the best.
1559 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Called to scene 8/19/2016 9:30 AM
Assisted APD with road closures for House Moving Incident from Park Cr. to Aspen & Hyman
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Issued verbal warning 8/19/2016 8:45 AM
Contacted two gentlemen fishing off the downstream side of Stillwater Bridge. Directed them up the pass; Apologetic.
1559 Smuggler Mountain Campsite found/evicted 8/19/2016 8:00 AM
Visited campsite found by 836 along with 75 at the 6/7th switchback on Smuggler Rd. Camp had been vacated prior to our arrival. The tent (nice orange Marmot) found by 836 most likely belongs a Tracy Avedisian whom I contacted and wrote a written warning to on July 14, for camping below the Meadows next to the Pedestrian bridge. We have already showed her a fair bit of leniency.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 8/19/2016 7:00 AM
Tent was down and site clean when we got there.
836 Moore Open Space Signage 8/18/2016 4:00 PM
Simon says we no longer have a "Dogs must be on leash" sign near the underpass entrance to Moore. The U-post is still there. See email.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 8/18/2016 10:00 AM
Lexus no longer parked at AK.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 8/18/2016 8:00 AM
Camper tucked away in the clearing about halfway up Smuggler Mountain Rd. Simon Longacre knows the camper and says she's due for a citation. We will contact tomorrow morning. See email.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Trails 8/17/2016 5:00 PM
6:00pm Responded to complaints from several citizens and an e-mail from Ted regarding gravel washed onto Aspen-Mass Trail. I found gravel washed onto much of the steep section of trail from the fenceline down to Smith Hill Way. The gravel was over two inches thick in an alluvial fan at the base of the trail. I used shovel + broom to clear trail, as Bill's crew was off-duty for the day. I spoke with one RP on site and returned a call to the second when I got back to PW.
8135 Mills OSP Trails 8/17/2016 4:30 PM
4:30pm People have begun to notice the red #AspenSwingProject swings. I passed along info on location of two Smuggler swings to admin at Gary's request - thus far, swings seem to not be on OST-owned property.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Mutual Aid 8/17/2016 3:30 PM
3:40pm Monitored call regarding disturbance at Ute Trail TH - APD responded and ran male & female, both with warrants. APD arrested one on warrant out of Delta County.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Closed Area 8/17/2016 3:30 PM
4:00pm Checked on what 242 thought might be a small white box truck parked up two-track on Seven Star Ranch OS - turned out to be a trailer (CO: 463-QGX) parked in previously cleared staging area for contract trail crew.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Maintenance 8/17/2016 2:30 PM
2:30pm Ongoing utility work on Wildwood Lane is now constraining corridor to boater lot - still accessible, but loud and busy with heavy machinery. Still spotted an osprey from Wildwood beach though!
8135 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 8/17/2016 1:30 PM
1:30pm Educational contact with woman in upper cemetery on Snowmass Chapel property at end of Hidden Valley Cemetery Lane. I requested she leash her dog for minimal impact on the cemetery and reminded her of Sky MP dog regs. She denied hiking into Sky MP proper with dog, and she seemed believeable enough.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 8/17/2016 1:00 PM
1:00pm Keep eye on old silver Toyota pickup with bed cover parked - possibly overnight - at Emma Schoolhouse.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/17/2016 12:30 PM
12:30pm Patrolled Glassier on tip from Paul H. The new Glassier equestrian and bike trails look great (and they are becoming more popular according to what people post online). I noticed big dog paw prints in old Crown road - perhaps the gray mastiff from our photos?
1559 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Everything great 8/17/2016 12:00 PM
Worked with APD handing out pizza and lemonade to kids at Rio Grande
1559 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Cyclist contact 8/17/2016 12:00 PM
5 bikes got the boot from the skatepark
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 8/17/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Pink-tagged white Lexus (CO: 795-UTS; RO is D. Pearl; #970-927-1102) at AK TH reported to PCSO as parked overnight. Vehicle was parked awkwardly 6-8' from curb. I also cut lock and removed abandoned Mongoose MTB (tagged by OST on 7/21). Dropped off bike at PCSO.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Closed Area 8/17/2016 10:30 AM
10:30am Took secondhand report from CPW of nighttime MTB use of Sky MP. Sky MP mgmt. plan does not specifically forbid nighttime use, as far as I can tell. Kurtis feels nighttime trail use impacts wildlife. I passed along info to OST & TOSV.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/17/2016 10:30 AM
10:30am Spoke with DWM Kurtis Tesch - he is willing to give Rangers a training on hunting & firearms contacts. I've invited TOSV gals, if they want to join. I will follow up with good dates soon. Kurtis says CPW's Deer Creek OS project is going slow. As hunting seasons begin, we should keep an eye out for trespassing on Deer Creek OS, specifically along the two-track that enters our property from the east and ends at the gulch (we had hunting/vehicle trespass here last year). Property was quiet today.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 8/17/2016 9:30 AM
9:30am R&B has swept gravel and removed cones from W. L. Bullwinkle Rd. below RGT (at popular turnoff for WCT).
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 8/17/2016 8:00 AM
9:30am Backtracked through two weeks of Cartegraph records and collaborated with IT... everything seems to be working at last.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 8/16/2016 8:00 AM
Only one piece of marathon flagging found
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 8/15/2016 2:30 PM
4:30pm Watched a big ol' brown-colored black bear demolish a patch of Service Berry adjacent to Lani White Trail. The bear stood on its hind legs, knocked over several bushes, and munched away undisturbed. I warned several hikers about bear.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 8/15/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Responded to WCT section of RGT on complaint of gravel on bike path. I found large amounts of gravel on W. Lower Bullwinkle/W. Mobile Mtn. (private) road. A teenage girl fell at this spot and hurt her leg. Our path was mostly clean, although I swept the trail and painted the nearby bollard bases. I informed Dispatch and requested they contact Elam for a clean-up; Elam said they do not own the road. I swept a narrow path through the gravel and put out two orange cones, but the job will require a street sweeper. R&B said they could hit the gravel with a plow this afternoon.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 8/15/2016 1:00 PM
1:00pm Pink-tagged black Land Rover parked in boat loading zone in Stein Park lot. Ditto for fire red Lamborghini convertible. I used the "master key" to liberate the abandoned blue townie bike at the Sunnyside-RGT intersection. I dropped bike off at PCSO.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 8/15/2016 10:00 AM
12:00pm Ted requests we keep public from riding Seven Star Trail before it is completed. TOSV regulation signage should be forthcoming... Currently standard no dogs, no motors, no camping, no hunting... no fun rules apply. This is an important habitat area to protect.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 8/15/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Followed up with Aspen BC Marathon organizer, Sandra Doebler at COA, and requested remaining signage & flagging tape be removed from full-marathon route atop Smuggler. Doebler promised to remove signage today.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/14/2016 3:00 PM
4:15pm Found old red Diamond Back MTB leaned against trees at pullout on RGT across from ABC. I observed a woman in the opposite shore of the river (only accessible by fording the river or via the Sani Plant fishing access path). I didn't see any camps in the area, although a deputy told me they've heard about people camping along the river behind the ABC. I'll check back later.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 8/14/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Educational contact with motorists letting dogs into Preserve at unsigned point east of South Gate. I handed out leash and recommended they use East of Aspen Trail.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 8/14/2016 1:30 PM
2:10pm Written Warning: Caitlin Langford of Marble for dog in closed area. Langford and father walked small leashed dog into Preserve at South Gate. The two claimed not to have seen signage, and after a lengthy explanation I believed them. Langford's father, Brian Langford, has lived here 9 years, and he insisted he did not know HCT was a leash-mandatory trail. Brian Langford (BL) has been warned recently for DOL, and we shouldn't cut him too much slack. I gave the duo a thorough lecture, pointed out four "No Dogs" signs nearby, and referred them to Pitkin Outside. Langford understands she will not get another warning. Daughter & father are polite, but not very observant people.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/14/2016 1:30 PM
2:20pm Approached by group of E-MTBers from CA at South Gate with questions about fishing rules - I referred them to Pitkin Outside for good fishing accesses and educated about no moto law. One cyclist had "mobility impairment;" the other did not and she offered to continue her ride on the road.
8135 Lani White Trail Dog Offense 8/14/2016 1:00 PM
1:15pm Verbal Warning: Michelle Jacobs for DOL (blue heeler) on Lani White Trail. Jacobs claimed not to know law and stated she did not see signs. I educated her big group on rules and layout of Voice & Sight control area. Handed out leash.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/14/2016 12:00 PM
12:40pm Verbal Warning: Hunter Baar for DOL (boxer) on HCT. Knows rule. Baar was cited way back in '07 for dog waste/littering by ol' Gary T. himself.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/14/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Fielded many questions from hikers on HCT about trail routes, wildlife, fungi, dogs, USFS, etc. I generally preached the gospel of Pitkin Outside. I helped about 12 hikers find way to Smuggler loop. I contacted one group that had accidentally wandered off trail below second bridge thinking they were headed towards town. It is still tourist season!
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 8/14/2016 11:00 AM
12:00pm Walked OST portion of Aspen BC Marathon route - half-marathon flagging was cleaned up, but full-marathon flagging remains. I will contact ABM and RAGNAR tomorrow to discuss leftover trash.
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Mutual Aid 8/14/2016 8:30 AM
0900 Assisted PCSO in attempt to locate "beat up" "bruised" older woman in area of Intercept Lot. I spoke with a witness who said subject left one BRT, waited, and then boarded another BRT. TOSV & APD checked central bus stations. UTL.
8136 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 8/13/2016 5:00 PM
Both drill batteries from 107 are charging in the office. Both batteries seemed fully charged and died quickly (a few seconds) upon using them on difficult projects.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 8/13/2016 5:00 PM
1700 Cartegraph is still not working at all... I sent screenshots and description of problem to J. Broderick. OST Rangers, please keep logging hours in Ranger Mobile until we get this stuff sorted out.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/13/2016 2:30 PM
DOL (x2) Angela Yosten. First offense. Courtney Sheeley. I attempted to make educational contact about leashing her dog once she was done playing in the water. Immediately very defensive and seemed it could be an issue in the future. She was spoken to about DOL by 836 on 6/18/16.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 8/13/2016 1:00 PM
1330 Watched three bear cubs run across HWY 82 all in a line near Warren Creek. Spotted a long tail weasel a few minutes later in the road near Wildwood.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 8/13/2016 11:30 AM
1230 Removed tree that rolled onto HCT below hairpin turn per request from irritated hiker. The log has been there for about a month and posed a very minimal, natural obstacle to hikers.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Accident/Rescue 8/13/2016 8:30 AM
0900 Received PCSO press release for SAR last night at 1900 hours on Arbaney-Kittle Trail (above OST boundary) - woman injured hip in fall off trail and was subsequently evacuated by MRA.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 8/13/2016 8:30 AM
1130 Monitored Aspen Valley Backcountry Marathon. Gave Ranger Hinkle a high-five on BTS Trail as he ran to victory... 19th overall, 3rd in his class. Good job!
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 8/13/2016 8:00 AM
0800 It seems N. Olson is out of jail and back at his old ways...
836 Open Space & Trails Special Event 8/13/2016 8:00 AM
Backcountry Marathon monitoring
836 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 8/12/2016 4:30 PM
Cannot get Cartegraph to record activities.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/12/2016 4:00 PM
Responded to incident of an overturned truck possibly on RGT at Gerbaz and Lower River near train cars. Vehicle was on steep embankment behind train cars. RGT trail usage was unaffected and I cleared the scene at 5:15pm.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Mutual Aid 8/12/2016 2:00 PM
A deputy called from Northstar saying that Shaboomee SUPs were leading a commercial trip in the preserve. Neither of us thought they had a permit, but our Google sheet suggests they do have a permit for Northstar. May be worth a check.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 8/12/2016 12:00 PM
The Stein Park Porto-potty needs to be pumped and restarted with TP. Mutiple complaints. Who do we contact?
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Bicycle Action 8/12/2016 8:30 AM
Bicycle parked overnight (possibly over a week) at Sunnyside Trailhead on RGT. Pink tagged prompting removal.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 8/11/2016 4:30 PM
Someone appears to have removed the top bolt for "10 min loading only" sign at Ped Bridge. Sign was upside down. Fixed issue.
839 Hummingbird Lode Open Space Trails 8/11/2016 12:00 PM
Hummingbird in great shape, light traffic/ HUNTER VALLEY GATE OPENS ON 8/18
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Bicycle Action 8/11/2016 11:00 AM
Bicycle appears to be locked to Sunnyside trailhead sign on RGT for several days. Will check tomorrow.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 8/11/2016 8:30 AM
Secured all new signs with new screws. Added 1 additional "No Trespassing" sign across from JHS nature trail on sacred side.
839 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 8/11/2016 8:00 AM
Assist Fire with lightning strike on USFS in hunter valley
1559 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 8/10/2016 12:00 PM
Called Richard Felder and Joy West Collection for two separate public trash can violations. Richard was nice and appologetic and woman at Joy West was not.
836 Brush Creek Trail Trails 8/10/2016 10:30 AM
Supposedly, an excavator was going to be on the trail. I found no excavator, but perhaps some minor trail damage from a hard-track vehicle. See email.
1838 Open Space & Trails Training 8/09/2016 6:00 PM
Went to training from flight for life flight nurse at MRA on pelvic and abdominal injuries and management in the field. Very useful info, I can share with the team. We should consider adding pelvic binders to first aid kits.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 8/09/2016 2:00 PM
Found a probable Nick Olson camp in the historic site below Marolt Housing next to Castle Creek. Looks abandoned but with this kid, it's hard to tell.
1838 Lazy Glen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/09/2016 1:30 PM
Bill's crew is knocking down the old house at Lazy Glen.
839 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/09/2016 12:00 PM
Very last warning for Fire Capt Smiddy for DOL on hunter ck
839 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/09/2016 12:00 PM
Naturalists maiden voyage up Hunter Ck Tr, they are psyched.
1838 Glassier Open Space Dog Offense 8/09/2016 11:30 AM
Found medium sized black poodle off leash with no collar roaming around the Glassier area near Aleks' house. Couldn't approach the dog without it running away. Followed the dog, he/she possible belongs to the very nice house attached to the Glassier property. Knocked on the door but no one home. The dog got away and couldn't find it. Singletrack trail workers reported seeing the dog as well.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Litter all over 8/09/2016 10:30 AM
Rappelled into the Maroon Creek Gorge with trails crew to clean up a garbage can fill of trash that a bear pushed off the edge. The can traveled a couple hundred feet before striking a tree and exploding its contents throughout hillside. Dan, 146, believes no ticketable offense because can remained latched.
1838 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 8/09/2016 10:30 AM
nipped at / bitten by upset corgi dog that was on leash. Owner apologetic.
1838 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 8/09/2016 10:30 AM
Dopkins had large horse trailer at the turnaround in Jaffe park. Very cooperative and quickly unloaded 3 beautiful horses to ride on the trail.
839 Brush Creek Trail Parking 8/09/2016 9:30 AM
Owner of Range Rover Karl Adam, called to complain that he received tag for parking illegally while walking dog off leash on Brush Ck Tr , His complaint against 839 was redirected into an apology and thank you for the leniency. One World, Karl.
1838 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 8/09/2016 8:30 AM
Spoke at length with Brandon Lee, owner of older red Honda DX (license plate Kentucky 719-MKG). Very nice and appreciative artist. He is living out of his vehicle, a writer following the Hunter S. Thompson legacy. Gave him recommendations of forest service land to camp on. We may see him again on OS land.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/08/2016 5:00 PM
Rode Amass to Cdale, good compliance
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/08/2016 5:00 PM
Rode Amass to Cdale, good compliance
839 Seven Star Ranch Parking 8/08/2016 3:30 PM
Colorado 306 NIF silver Range Rover parked illegally on cottonwoods at bottom of brush ck tr Tagged
839 Seven Star Ranch Resource Damage 8/08/2016 3:30 PM
Bandit dirt bike trail from Pioneer Spgs trespasses onto OS with damage. I contacted Pete Rispoli, property owner, who admitted to trail. Promises to reclaim damaged area
839 Seven Star Ranch Resource Damage 8/08/2016 3:30 PM
Trail Construction crew reports dirt bikes damaged new unfinished trail. Rispoli claims not guilty.
1838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/08/2016 3:15 PM
Found two separate sets of keys at base of smuggler. Brought to APD.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/08/2016 1:15 PM
Northstar very quiet - no cars at Wildwood. Would be good to utilize ACES naturalists in another OS
1838 Aspen Mass Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/07/2016 4:15 PM
Picked up large amount of trash from AspenMass trailhead at the west end of the intercept lot. Included cardboard boxes and bedding items, may have been the remains of a camp.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/07/2016 3:30 PM
Large group w/sundry floatations devices staging on 82 to breach fence and enter private property to float at Bass residence, educated and re-routed
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 8/07/2016 12:15 PM
Found broken fence at Southgate parking. Looks like it was backed into by a vehicle.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/07/2016 12:15 PM
Bike locked up in the trees near southgate by the paragliding landing zone. Tagged, requesting to use bike rack.
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Followed-up on issue 8/07/2016 11:30 AM
Met with Cooper from A.S.P.E.N Tree at Cozy Point Ranch. The program had a bear break into the farmyard the previous 3 evenings. On the night of 8/6/16 the bear apparently killed one goat and approx. 8-10 chickens. The suspect may have been trapped and moved by DOW. Discussed different ways to better secure property.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 8/07/2016 10:00 AM
2 cars parked in "30 min load and unload only" area in Stein parking lot. CO GQY-771. CO 932-UFR
1838 Crystal Trail Trails 8/07/2016 9:45 AM
All trail counter enclosures have now been replaced with locked, steel enclosures.
1838 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/07/2016 8:15 AM
Responded to dispatch of smoke seen in Filoha meadows and house above Filoha. Carbondale fire responded and found it to be fog.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Everything great 8/07/2016 8:00 AM
Monitored Power of Four race as it utilized Maroon Crk Trail.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 8/06/2016 4:00 PM
Stein Park - No Parking. 30 Min unload and Load Only. New Mexico 426-TPN Nissan Xterra. Tagged.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Counters 8/06/2016 2:00 PM
Harvested Sky MP trail counters - Viewline and Deadline. Need Upper Rio (duffy wiggles), and Glassier to complete this round of harvest.
1838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/06/2016 10:00 AM
Ticketed unoccupied large white pickup truck with flatbed trailer (Oklahoma CA9-579) for illegal parking halfway up Smuggler Mtn. Rd. Later contacted two ATV riders coming down Smuggler who were owners of vehicle. They had been camping and fishing overnight. They contacted 839 and he changed the citation to written warning after discussion with them.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 8/06/2016 10:00 AM
Replaced (3) "No Trespassing" signs on sacred side of Nstar Preserve. One directly across from the S. Gate put-in. Another a few hundred yards downstream. And one upstream across from JHS park. Need to secure bottom screws on two of the three (across from S. Gate and downstream.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 8/05/2016 5:00 PM
Down Aspen tree blocking HCT below Private Drive crossing before Forest Service/kiosk. Used bow saw to remove potentially serious hazard for mt bikers.
8136 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 8/05/2016 4:00 PM
Signs of recent camping due to flattened grass. Likely the engaged couple 835 contacted. No signs of new camping or trash in the area.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/05/2016 9:30 AM
Seems that on rainy days there are more people at Hunter/Smug than any other OS. (Still not very many people though).
839 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 8/05/2016 8:00 AM
ACES northstar sacred side tour with Kravitz, KAJX, Commisioner aspirant Poschman, etc
8136 Open Space & Trails Signage 8/05/2016 8:00 AM
Delivered (six) Triangular "who yields to who" trail etiquette signs to Martha Moran (USFS) at the Ranger Station.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/04/2016 1:30 PM
DOL - Mike Foley - Local who knows leash regulations. First offense. Lecture and VW.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/03/2016 2:30 PM
Followed up on call from ReRe (48) regarding party who was confronted multiple times over the last few days in the early AM by aggressive dogs of leash on the soft surface trail above Woody Creek from Bullwinkle Rd. RP is Jimmy Smith (970) 618-1858.
1838 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 8/03/2016 10:15 AM
At AK trail counter party contacted me about 2 dogs they saw on the trail with no owners around and no collars. They thought the dogs may be from the nearby kennel. I was unable to locate the dogs. Called the dog care facility in Holland Hills - Alpine Meadows Ranch and Kennels (970)927-2688 and they said that they were not missing any dogs but would look out for them.
836 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 8/02/2016 1:00 PM
The animal eyes signs are springing up!
839 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 8/02/2016 12:00 PM
Replaced 4 signs and posts for no trespassing south side of river on Preserve
839 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 8/02/2016 12:00 PM
Warned John Prozonek for dog on beach, claimed dog escaped vehicle and roamed out to Preserve
836 Jaffee Park Vandalism 8/02/2016 12:00 PM
Asked the children's camp not to use the picnic table. No more paint for Gabi to clean up.
836 Stein Trail Vandalism 8/02/2016 8:00 AM
Someone ripped the leash sign out.
1838 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 8/01/2016 2:45 PM
Wildwood very quiet today
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/01/2016 12:45 PM
While at Northstar answered call from dispatch regarding sleepers at intersection of Ajax Trail and Little Cloud Open Space. RP reports orange tent and a lot of garbage). Got in touch with BL 1858 and he will follow up with RP (Suzie Jackson 970-319-7152) and 839.
839 Seven Star Ranch Trails 8/01/2016 8:00 AM
touched base with Garrick of trails who informed us the access route of equipment was up through picture point access on 7 Star to new trail
8135 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 7/31/2016 4:00 PM
5:00pm Checked Olson's Marolt Bridge camp and found a large mostly-filled bag of garbage (and other unsavory things). Site is otherwise mostly clean, and I don't imagine Olson will be back for some time.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/31/2016 1:30 PM
1:45pm Verbal Warning: Mark Kleinschmidt of Avon, CO for DOL (Swiss Mtn Hound) on HC above staircase. Friendly guy. Confused about signage. I explained rules and referred him to Pitkin Outside. Many tourists seem to be getting confused about whether leash law starts or ends at HC Valley meadow - the lack of brightly colored stocked leashes may make signs less visible, but then again people seldom seem to read signs.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/31/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Educated two large groups at Beach regarding chairs. Justification for the rule can be hard to articulate on slow, drizzling days.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/31/2016 12:00 PM
At viewing platform was contacted by an approximately 60 y.o. man from an older (70's) orange dodge pickup truck who just wanted to talk. I understand that 835 has spoken to this man previously. The man is friendly but warned me that he is bipolar and can get to be aggressive some times out of his control. I think his truck may have been seen camping up smuggler mtn road at some point. I would advise caution when contacting this individual.
1838 Emma Trail Mutual Aid 7/31/2016 11:00 AM
Responded to call of horses loose in the Emma school parking lot. Arrived to find one large white horse in the Grace church parking lot being escorted by owner from across highway. Deputy 11 arrived on scene but had to leave shortly to respond to a different incident. Owner was able to escort the upset horse back across 82 (the horse would not fit in the underpass).
1838 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 7/31/2016 10:30 AM
Pink tagged cheap looking mountain bike that has been locked to wood fence at arbaney kittle trailhead for over 24 hours.
1838 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Counters 7/31/2016 10:30 AM
Sprayed AK trail counter with wasp annihilator. Killed many wasps. Many. Still need to go back to replace counter enclosure with new locked box but it is all set up ready to go.
1838 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/31/2016 9:30 AM
Met the Singletrack trail building crew at Glassier and they brought me up the road in their vehicle to show me progress. Both mountain bike trail and horse trail have come far along. Crew says they don't see any dirt bikers but do get visited frequently by head of horse lobby.
1838 Deer Creek Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/31/2016 8:30 AM
Noticed for the first time a small shooting range on the west end of the wash above the older deer creek house. 835 says he has seen Schlumberger up there. Not sure if it is on OS property or not.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 7/31/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Checked Mills OS & base of Brush Creek for campers - all clear. Sam and I saw two of the Intercept/Mills OS campers at Mountain Fair last night... So it is possible they will be back later.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 7/30/2016 4:00 PM
4:15pm Educational contact with some ETOH Harley-biker-looking-guys regarding leash law in North Lot. Surprisingly, they complied.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/30/2016 4:00 PM
4:45pm Contacted a group doing a family photoshoot at the North Lot staircase with the North Star sign in the background. They swore it was a non-commercial photoshoot and that the photographer was not paid.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Trails 7/30/2016 3:30 PM
3:40pm Checked on motor vehicle activity in lower Seven Star Ranch OS. Turned out to be just more contract trail crew members. I was not aware new trail alignment came down this low. I spoke with a spaced-out man on a mini-ex who did not know anything about the new alignment, but confirmed he was a trail contractor. It appears the contract trail crew may be camped out in trucks near the Snowmass welcome sign?
8135 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 7/30/2016 2:30 PM
3:30pm Many tired Enduro racers returning to Snowmass post-race on Owl Creek Trail; groups were dispersed, slow, and no longer part of an organized event. Few racers on Sky MP.
8135 Lani White Trail Dog Offense 7/30/2016 2:00 PM
1:40pm Verbal Warning: Lisa Silverstein of Park City, UT for DOL x 2 (two brown curly haired dogs) on Lani White Trail. Bear cub was in area, so I gave Silverstein a bear vs. dogs lecture.
1838 Mills OSP Signage 7/30/2016 2:00 PM
Installed trail regs sign at entrance to Mills Open Space
1838 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 7/30/2016 1:00 PM
Be aware - large wasp nest in the trail counter at Arbaney Kittle! Cleared the nest but still many angry wasps there. Purchased wasp spray and will return to swap out to new locked enclosure for trail counter.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/30/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm 108 is out of OST leashes until new shipment arrived. I restocked HC best I could.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Accident/Rescue 7/30/2016 12:30 PM
12:45pm Contacted 30-40s male patient, "Eric," suffering from apparent heat exhaustion at base of Smuggler Mtn Rd. I had Eric moved to shade. Friends poured water on him. Eric declined ambi and looked much better once out of direct sunlight. I stayed with Eric until concierge picked him up, and advised regimen of rest, electrolytes, and light food.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/30/2016 11:30 AM
1:15pm Issued citation to William Rivera for DOL in zero tolerance zone on RGT just downvalley of BHS.
836 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 7/30/2016 11:00 AM
Many fishing guides are from companies which have permits with us, but they are not carrying their permit laminate with them. I spoke with John Livingston of the Roaring Fork Club Fishing Department about this.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 7/30/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Assisted by 66 & 836 on camper contact - Verbal Warning: Renee DeMichell out of MO (DOB 08/03/1975) for camping at Mills OS. Renee was a bit difficult to communicate with and seemed to be suffering from some variety of mental illness. Renee stated she had been camping with her fiancée, but no one else was observed. I found a folding-knife, marijuana containers, and a can/pipe nearby. I explained camping regs to Renee, referred her Pitkin Outside & to USFS open to free camping, and asked her to clean up trash.
8135 Open Space & Trails Training 7/30/2016 8:30 AM
10:00am Completed Cartegraph for iPad training with crew. Reviewed recent ranger safety issues and familiarized ourselves with newly revised citation forms.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Fire 7/29/2016 4:00 PM
Wildland fire on Sewell "Sunfire Ranch" next to Sustainable on rt 133
839 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 7/29/2016 3:00 PM
More listening to Skarvan, Will mail citation certified because he "doesn't care to see me today, or ever again !"
839 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/29/2016 1:00 PM
Very mellow, glass and several put-ins at beach, all compliant
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/29/2016 12:00 PM
DOL - Ryan Kalamaya. Not happy I spoke with him but cooperative. First offense. Lecture and VW.
839 Administration Training 7/29/2016 11:30 AM
Cartograph work with BITS, RQ, JA! SM all equipped w🐰/ Cartograph WINTER 2016 ( only Carto that works on app) SERVER ADDRESS needed and is in e mail .
839 Glassier Open Space Trails 7/29/2016 9:45 AM
Vigil for Jurgensen, illegal hiker UTL, Horse trail almost completed, new short gates to be installed.
839 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/29/2016 9:00 AM
Checked for workers parking at AK, unable to ascertain, camper gone
839 Nancy's Path Trails 7/29/2016 8:00 AM
Replaced lock on Nancy's path w/same combo
1559 Meadows Open Space Followed-up on issue 7/28/2016 2:15 PM
Located beehive 839 informed of and contacted trail crew for annihilation procedures.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 7/28/2016 2:00 PM
Located and checked out camp that 839 tagged yesterday. Will remove morning of 7/29
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/28/2016 2:00 PM
DOL - John Berringer w/ golden retriever. First offense. Just came from smug and didn't see sign. Lecture and VW.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/28/2016 1:00 PM
Quiet day at Nstar despite the beautiful weather. Nattys were confident in their role. Being the lone ranger for the afternoon I left them with their duties and requested a call if things picked up. Eerily quiet everywhere today.
839 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 7/28/2016 1:00 PM
Reporting, etc on Skarvan case
839 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 7/28/2016 12:00 PM
Met w/attorney Paul Taddune p, questions on empowering us to enforce on RFTA/RGT , wanted title 12, eagle county IGA, etc.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Cyclist contact 7/28/2016 12:00 PM
Contacted 2 cyclists using ARC parking to ride the Bells. New signage is very clear on no biker parking. Should be easier to enforce now.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 7/28/2016 10:00 AM
Stein park - Tagged CO 609-TTB in the parking lot straight ahead as you pull in - directly between the two walkways leading down to RGT. I believe 836 tagged a vehicle in the very same spot last week. Possibly need for a No Parking sign?
1559 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Campsite found/evicted 7/28/2016 9:45 AM
While hiking little clouds and checking OS, watched an asian man known to live in his vehicle, walk out the end of the switchback where scrap cable is hanging about. I informed him trail made a turn here and that was not the trail. He simply stared at me; strangeness. I decided to let this one go for the time and return later to locate the probable camp
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/28/2016 8:30 AM
Scott N. (friend/acquaintance of JA) with questions about whether HCT will have normal traffic during the August 13 backcountry marathon. Scott will be contacting JA some time prior to the event.
839 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Meeting/Planning 7/28/2016 8:00 AM
Met with Martha and Kelly at FS
1559 Marolt Open Space Everything great 7/27/2016 5:30 PM
Great evening teaching 28 participants about the OS program, Lixiviation plant and the new derrick.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Penalty Assessment 7/27/2016 4:30 PM
Report and citation work for Skarvan/Sundog Athletics for guiding on OS w/o permit
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 7/27/2016 4:00 PM
6:00pm Monitored call for confirmed hostage situation that initially sounded like it began on HWY82 in North Star area. RP reported man with gun making threats near HWY82. RP was contacted by deputies in the area of South Gate. Many units responded. 73 & 74 apprehended armed suspect and freed hostage at Lincoln Creek Rd. I worked with ACES to contact naturalists still at the Preserve and have them leave area. Details will no doubt become clearer through media in coming days. At this time, it seems all are safe with one in custody.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 7/27/2016 2:00 PM
4:00pm Completed yet another Cartegraph training and updated Google Doc instructions. Read it.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 7/27/2016 1:00 PM
kid with lemonade stand on RGT by McClain flats road , no permit ! Gette will complain again if she sees him. I am not arresting him !
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Meeting/Planning 7/27/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Met with Jim Kravitz and ACES naturalists at Wildwood to discuss shuttle logistics - ACES now had a mighty "Malibu Two" watercraft.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/27/2016 12:00 PM
2:00pm Glenwood Canyon is closed 0900-1530 today and tomorrow (7/27-7/28). Heavy amounts of traffic from Glenwood through North Star to Indy Pass can be expected. The deputies have their hands full turning around/ticketing semi-trucks attempting to run the pass.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 7/27/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Educated tubers floating through Preserve on respectful river ethic and asked them to turn off amplified music. Respect bunch except for one buzzed floater.
839 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 7/27/2016 11:30 AM
spoke with property mgr for Bar X ranch who wants to move gate on Stein Trail up stream for private land boundary.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 7/27/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am While leaving the Intercept Lot, I saw an older man (60s white M, long gray hair & beard, big green army bag, and black guitar case) leaving Mills OS. Both John and I have seen this man down valley, so it is unclear if he is calling Aspen home. I later found a matted down patch of grass on Mills OS by the river with a few tiny scraps of garbage. It appears the older guy has spent at least one night here - at least it's clean! Brushed in empty camp pad. BC underpass is empty.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 7/27/2016 10:30 AM
small camp reported by fish guide 30 m upstream from Grindlay Bridge on RGT side. Camp located, Tagged, flagged and cleaned up glass. COA is notified.
839 Stein Trail Special Event 7/27/2016 10:00 AM
made Scotty Gibson move his SIlver Tacoma with all the kayaks on it. He was parking in lot for his commercial tubing and violating permit for spec use.
1559 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route User conflict 7/27/2016 9:30 AM
Help a gentleman, whom I observed kick his bike over out of frustration(hilarious), with some bike mech problems. Gonna be a long ride to the Bells on that POS.
839 Jaffee Park Special Event 7/27/2016 9:30 AM
"Train your brain" camp at rock in Jaffee Park daily, they are permitted but may not use picnic table. Table now looks "Like new" after Gabi scrubbed with chemical
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 7/27/2016 9:00 AM
9:30am Tagged tan/brown striped Dodge RV (CO: APQ-176) parked/camped in Arbaney-Kittle lot overnight. Rangers, please check back on vehicle tomorrow.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 7/27/2016 8:30 AM
On walk through before Mining for Water program at Marolt Museum found Rachel Rubin in a tent stationed next to new derrick. By the time officers arrived and we made contact she was almost packed up. She states she was on her way to Grand Junction from Hotchkiss, via Aspen? She was pretty frazzled, even with just a written warning. 122 and 126 dropped her at bus stop, next stop glenwood.
8135 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Illegal Camping 7/27/2016 8:30 AM
8:30am Contacted Justin Schaaf (20s white M, tie dye shirt, long brown hair, gray & white dog named "Spartacus") at tagged tent on west end of Intercept Lot. Schaaf approached me in the lot and informed me he was cleaning up the tent for his friend "Kyle" so that we wouldn't confiscate the belongings. I informed Schaaf camping was not allowed on OST, assured him I was not going to take anything from the site, and advised him to have his friend camp on USFS land. Schaaf became loud, vulgar, and angry. He repeatedly expressed irritation with me visiting the tent before the 24hr-period indicated on the pink tag had elapsed. 79 assisted me with the contact when I felt Schaaf was becoming aggressive (throwing things, yelling, swearing, etc). Schaaf indicated that he feels Rangers, police, etc. are responsible for his friend's death (former local, transient man, "Hawk," who evidently died recently in GWS). Schaaf indicated that he "hates" us and had plenty of choice words for me. 79 advises us to not contact Schaaf w/o LEO (some deputies get along with him, others do not). Schaaf suffers from mental illness and recently lost custody of his child. Schaaf drives the maroon Jeep Cherokee parked quasi-permanently in the Intercept Lot and occasionally panhandles at the Brush Creek light.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 7/26/2016 1:45 PM
Issued permit to Jere of Aspen Productions for photoshoot at Northstar Pedestrian Bridge
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Illegal Camping 7/26/2016 1:00 PM
1:15pm Assisted by 11 & 838 in checking on tent I spotted from across river at the west end of the Intercept Lot. Tagged for removal in 24 hrs. 11 subsequently moved along man in DIY-house-box-truck complete with portable mini-boxing gym. Later met with 11 & 73 to to discuss camping law on County land/ROWs - there are ongoing issues up on Snowmass Creek Rd. and the deputies aren't sure if campers along road are breaking laws. 2220 is planning on contacting campers when he gets back from Denver, as RP landowner complained directly to District Ranger Karen Schroyer.
1838 Aspen Mass Trail Illegal Camping 7/26/2016 12:45 PM
835 spotted (from Rio) small orange tent on north side of AspenMass trail by the fenceline. 838 confirmed tent presence. 835 requested assistance from Sheriff - 11 responded and found tent to be unoccupied. 835 tagged the tent for removal in 24 hours.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 7/26/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Kiwi's extreme whitewater tubing is in its second week of operation on Slaughterhouse. I saw the group hiking out with their tubes at Stein 69. Also observed Buddhist monks - in their red robes - riding bikes on the Rio.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 7/26/2016 12:00 PM
12:15pm Observed transient-looking shirtless guy possibly bathing on riverbank near culvert immediately upstream of Sani Plant. The guy had a pack nearby. I did not bother him, but we should keep eyes out for a camp.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 7/26/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am Fly guide permit check: Little Nell legally guiding large group at Jaffee Park. Fishing is difficult with few bites and low water.
8135 Jaffee Park Mutual Aid 7/26/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am Monitored call about naked, possibly drugged man in City skatepark @ 0800 and a call about "10 rattlesnakes" "all over" the Rio Grande Trail near Aspen USPS @ 1100... "Rattlesnakes" turned out to be just garter/gardener snakes. Intoxicated, nude man was Nicholas Olson - per 11, Olson is now in jail on related charges.
1838 Seven Star Ranch Signage 7/26/2016 9:00 AM
Put up "trail work in progress" sign at Seven Stars entrance by Brush Creek Road
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 7/26/2016 8:30 AM
10:00am The Cartegraph day of reckoning is upon us. John and I will be training OST Rangers on how to log hours & tasks in the new time-tracking software.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 7/26/2016 8:00 AM
7:30am Noticed woman walking 1-2 off-leash white labs on Dart-RGT on my bus ride in to work this morning.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/25/2016 2:30 PM
saw OST crew mowing paraglider landing zone
836 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 7/25/2016 11:00 AM
Lightning apparently hit a tree on the Ute Trail and dropped the tree right on the trail. Be careful when you're high up!
1838 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 7/25/2016 10:00 AM
Found proudline fishing guide Chris and asked him about raft left in the water at put in - he had to shuttle himself and only had the boat in the water for a short time.
1838 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 7/25/2016 9:15 AM
Found tied up raft (in river) at Jaffe park put in belonging to proudline guided fly fishing (970)518-4276. UTL guides and phone goes to voicemail.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Signage 7/24/2016 2:30 PM
Spray painted (green) the backside of 3 signs at the Deadline/Viewline intersection to improve visibility.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 7/24/2016 2:30 PM
3:15pm Verbal Warning: Courtney Schorr for DOL (med. brown curly haired dog) on RGT below Gold Butte. Unleashed dog after I passed her. Explained rules & handed out Pitkin Outside card to answer regs/trails questions.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 7/24/2016 1:00 PM
1:15pm Warned male kayaker (older maroon SUV, CO:KQW-123) for trespassing on private land en route to Roaring Fork River west of Wildwood. I explained we all as river users benefit from partnerships with landowners and urged him not to invite conflict with them. The man agreed to use a public put-in for his next float. Later met man at outreach tent, talked it over, and got him to fill out our survey.
1559 Parks Office Issued verbal warning 7/24/2016 12:00 PM
Contacted a youngster, Sky Sosna, about riding his electric scooter on the bike path.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/24/2016 11:30 AM
Continued OST outreach effort at Northstar Pedestrian Bridge. Collected many survey responses and contacted many parties regarding northstar experiences. A lot of support and appreciation of all of our efforts and the changes people have seen at northstar.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 7/24/2016 10:30 AM
The ranches near Basalt High are irrigating! You may see some motor vehicles on the trail that are related to agricultural activities. One irrigator was riding a motorbike today.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/24/2016 10:30 AM
11:40am Made educational contacts on Beach about umbrellas, chairs, amplified music. Beach goers were pleasant and cooperative. Fielded questions about wildlife.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/24/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Provided minor first aid to a cyclist's banged up knee near Woody Creek - very minor crash due to a flat tire.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Maintenance 7/24/2016 8:30 AM
9:30am Bollard on west end of Gerbaz rail cars has been replaced. Rail cars look tidy.
8136 Stein Trail Dog Offense 7/24/2016 8:30 AM
DOL - Mary Ridings took her dog Sampson off leash prior to Stein 69. Claimed Sampson is too old to climb the hill with a leash. First offense. Lecture and VW
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 7/23/2016 5:30 PM
Responded to Northstar Pedestrian bridge for call to Sheriff from RP asking for help with man beating his dogs and mistreating them. See 837 for details.
1838 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 7/23/2016 5:00 PM
Pink tagged blacked out high performance audi station wagon CO 876-NLQ parked in 10 minute unloading zone
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Everything great 7/23/2016 5:00 PM
Attended Pioneer Night at A.S.P.E.N Tree on Cozy Point OS. Preached the good word of Open Space and ate cheese and sausage.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Maintenance 7/23/2016 4:00 PM
4:50pm Noticed sign from RFMBA at top of Deadline Trail announcing upcoming volunteer trail maintenance days - 8/3 5:30pm-8:30pm is the only one left this summer. Deadline and lower Highline are getting washboarded. Maintenance project should help.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/23/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Accepted citation payment from Gretchen Bleiler (DOL, second dog offense).
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/23/2016 1:00 PM
Worked with Lindsay of OST to outreach folks at Northstar Pedestrian Bridge takeout to get feedback on changes at Northstar and input on proposed future changes
836 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Accident/Rescue 7/23/2016 12:00 PM
Responded to a seizure on the Ute Trail
1559 Ute Cemetery/WD Trail Called to scene 7/23/2016 12:00 PM
27 F having a seizure about halfway up Ute Trail. 66 was IC. 836 was first on scene with patient, followed by Medic, then MRA. Patient was transported straight down via litter and multiple brake systems.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/23/2016 10:00 AM
12:00pm Many curious tourists on Smuggler and HC - it seems hotels are recommending trail to visitors again this summer. Preached gospel of Pitkin Outside extensively and fielded questions about wildlife, botany, trails, etc. Completed a ranger job shadow with J. Baker.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 7/23/2016 8:30 AM
9:30am Responded to radio traffic regarding illegal campers at Avalanche Creek - 79 had indicated he was going to notify Open Space of situation. I informed Dispatch that Avalanche Creek is mostly USFS land with some private and OST (Tarr OS) inholdings. I offered to discuss further with PCSO and referred them to LEO 2220.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/22/2016 3:30 PM
4:00pm Verbal Warning: Susie Otis (old black dog) and Carlos Perez (little black & white dog) for DOL x 2 on HC Extension. Otis said "Oh, we're busted" when she saw me, and she indicated a ranger had spoken to her before about the leash law. Otis was a bit squirrelly, claimed to be "just visiting" Aspen, and was not in Ranger Mobile. Otis was apparently staying at the St. Moritz. I took her info and gave her a warning. Perez on the other hand was very nice and chatty; he indicated signage is spotty when accessing from his backyard at HC Longhouse. I reviewed rules, pointed out signs, and explained not all possible access points can be signed. Perez felt the signs were fair - first warning for him too.
8136 Brush Creek Trail Parking 7/22/2016 3:30 PM
Gentleman attempted to park at Cozy Point South (Brush Creek and 82). Insisted, "you need more signage if you don't people to park here". Directed to intercept lot.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 7/22/2016 3:15 PM
Took Mountain Lion sign from smuggler and installed at Wingo Bridge trailhead (Hoaglund Ranch Rd) after lion reported seen in area
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/22/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Contacted Aspen Whitewater guide with shuttle and trailer at Wildwood dropping off SUPs. I informed guide permit does not allow use of a trailer at Wildwood and I asked him to talk to his boss, Jim Ingraham.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Counters 7/22/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Reinstalled Cozyline trail counter. Sky MP was quite busy. I had to explain - slowly - to a cyclist, who was interested in the TRAFx counter, why counters are better than counting trail users with a handheld clicker. The man eventually got it - he had assumed that I would stand alongside the trail and aim the counter at people to get a count...
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 7/22/2016 2:00 PM
Call from dispatch reported a black puppy wreaking havoc on the Rio Grande Trail at mm 40.5. UTL on initial search, then came back after another call hours later to find puppy and owner, who was working on a house adjacent to trail. I gave a verbal warning and lecture, he promised to keep dog tied up.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Wildlife 7/22/2016 12:30 PM
1:30pm Took call from Wildlife Officer Tesch - a lion was sighted near the Wingo RGT trailhead and he was hoping we could post a lion awareness sign.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Maintenance 7/22/2016 11:30 AM
12:30pm Began process of removing tangled barbed wire impeding wildlife/fishing access to river along shore downstream of Lazy Glen house. Reported via fisherman complaint. I removed 20' - Ted & Paul gave us permission to take the whole thing out when time allows.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/22/2016 11:30 AM
DOL: Darcy Schneider (RGT) Karen Krehbiel (HCT) Shannon Fonseca (HCT) Matt Goldman (HCT) Kristen Kirkland (HCT) Chuck Lichtman (HCT) All separate contacts. Kirkland lives in Aspen. Everyone else claimed to be visiting/vacationing in Aspen. None were in RangerMobile. Verbal Warnings.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Bicycle Action 7/22/2016 10:30 AM
11:25am Outpaced a Lycra-wearing road cyclist and educated about announcing before passing on trails. Observed large bike camp group headed up to Grace-Shehi Bike Park.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Bicycle Action 7/22/2016 10:30 AM
11:30am Observed very large man on new black and orange E-bike on BHS section of RGT. Rider appeared to have a legitimate "mobility impairment." Good to see him still getting out on the trails. Observed a woman in a similar condition further up the trail a few hours later - ditto on assuming she was qualified for an E-bike.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Maintenance 7/22/2016 9:00 AM
9:30am Swept RGT at turnoff for Woody Creek at Elam Drive. Crusher fines keep getting washed onto steep downhill portion of trail right in rental bike central. Ted says Bill's crew will ditch next to trail to prevent runoff.
1559 Rio Grande Park Called to scene 7/22/2016 8:30 AM
Called by Dan Nelson to help mitigate an issue between a soccer pick-up game and out field technicians. After contacting players, no more issues reported from our guys.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 7/22/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Checked fly guide permit at Jaffee Park - "Mel" and "John" with Aspen Outfitting were happy to show OST permit tag. Fishing has been hit and miss with rain storms.
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Counters 7/21/2016 5:00 PM
Retrieved counter data from Crystal River Trail.
8136 Filoha Meadows Open Space Special Event 7/21/2016 5:00 PM
RFC Filoha family event was very fun for the kids. Several activities kept them busy and interested.
8135 Stein Trail Dog Offense 7/21/2016 5:00 PM
5:00pm Verbal Warning: Michelle Collins for DOL x 2 (white dog, black dog) on Stein Trail. Nice lady. She let dogs off to swim in river, but left off-leash for hike from beach down to Stein Bridge.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 7/21/2016 4:30 PM
5:00pm Rio Grande Trail mudslide area has been ironed out by OST crew, but the trail is still muddy and riding a tad rough. More rain will make this worse.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 7/21/2016 3:30 PM
Placed cones on Rio where trail intersects with W Lower Bellwinkle Ln / Western Mobile Mountain Rd in Woody Creek. Loose gravel is washed onto the trail there and presents hazard to cyclists.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 7/21/2016 3:00 PM
removed mud slide warning signs on the Rio from Stein Park and Stevens Street
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 7/21/2016 2:30 PM
Found a lot of broken glass in the Stein Park Parking lot. Looked like car window had been broken recently. Contacted 1958 and 1959 and they promptly sent help to clean it up and remove the hazard. Thanks Simon and BL.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 7/21/2016 2:30 PM
3:30pm Waded through chest deep water with brave ACES naturalists to replace two "No Trespassing" signs with new colorful, more friendly signage across from Beach. Mosquitoes were terrible. Water is still deep.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 7/21/2016 12:45 PM
Called to Shady Ln by 835 on report by a homeowner that construction trucks are blocking the sight-line crossing Rio Grande Trail. 835, 958, and 959 spoke with Steve from Brikor and he offered to move the vehicles and give a 10 ft buffer at the trail crossing.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Vandalism 7/21/2016 12:30 PM
Multiple markings on RGT between Pitkin Iron and Gerbaz (driveway section). "92.3" written in several different locations. Additional numbers written throughout. Very faint but visible.
1838 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 7/21/2016 12:00 PM
Fixed cozyline trail counter.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/21/2016 11:30 AM
1:00pm Encountered distraught woman on trail about 500' from Aspen Post Office who asked me to give her group of 3, plus bikes, a ride to town. She was "very scared" of thunderstorm. I motivated her to pedal the last five minutes to take shelter at the Clark's Market building.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 7/21/2016 8:30 AM
10:30am OSTB approved (by 3 to 1 vote) the Interim Management Plan for Deer Creek OS - an IGA/lease agreement will be pursued with CPW for that property. Wildlife Officer Tesch would live on the property and CPW would cover noxious weed treatment, horse pasture cultivation, and building remodel. One public comment was heard from neighbor (M. Schlumberger) during the meeting. Comment was critical, but it was not in total opposition to the proposed plan. Neighbor was concerned about known debris flow hazard to existing house and possible public use conflicts along river. Gary T. assured neighbor CPW law enforcement, rangers, and existing rules could keep behavior in check.
1838 Jaffee Park Resource Damage 7/20/2016 5:30 PM
Cleaned up paint on Jaffe Park picnic table. Looked like came from kids painting.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 7/20/2016 3:30 PM
Changed out sign at entrance to NS Beach, finally.
1559 East Aspen Trail Followed-up on issue 7/20/2016 3:00 PM
Drove to 1255 Riverside Dr to serve a citation for dumping personal trash in public can at Spring & Cooper. Upon arriving, Judy Norris returned home with husband. After making contact and a discussion on the violation she seemed very apologetic and ensured me it would not happen again. I felt like our message was recieved and I changed the ticket to a written warning.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 7/20/2016 2:30 PM
3 draft horses on NS sacred side, loose from Aspen Carriage Co 925-3394 at end of Ute Ave, wrangled by them, verbal warning, NS next time ticket
1559 Parks Office Park permit check 7/20/2016 1:30 PM
Called and talk Farrah Fry-Ettlin, from Endless Pawsibilities, who has been using our parks for her personal dog training business. I informed her on the Parks Dept Policy on commercial permit requirements and directed her to our receptionist to start permitting process if she would like to continue her use.
839 East of Aspen Trail Parking 7/20/2016 1:30 PM
Met /jerry of aspen productions, we will allow some film crew parking at So Gate Tuesday
1838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 7/20/2016 1:00 PM
838 back in service! Glad to be back. Thanks for all the support.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Penalty Assessment 7/20/2016 11:30 AM
Erik Skarvan seen guiding/teaching woman on bike, contacted, will follow up
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 7/20/2016 10:00 AM
Mud slide at Shale Bluffs, reported 959, cleared by OS Maint, need to check/ remove temp signs of 958
1558 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Dog off leash - education contact 7/20/2016 9:30 AM
Contacted Amanda ( last not given) with six dogs off leash on maroon cr trail. Cooperative, complied. I will try to get our standard signage up at the tiehack area.
1559 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Cyclist contact 7/20/2016 8:45 AM
Directed one BMX rider out of skatepark, no happy about it
1559 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Found vandalism 7/20/2016 8:30 AM
Parks crew found vandalism to picnic table in skatepark as well as Patrick Bresner's wallet. 128 came to take report and will follow up with Bresner, who seems to be a local character.
839 Glassier Open Space Dog Offense 7/20/2016 8:30 AM
Hiker w/ big grey dog identified as Greg Jurgensen, will cite
839 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 7/19/2016 12:30 PM
more McNutt drama.
839 Lazy Glen Open Space Illegal Camping 7/19/2016 11:30 AM
walked a lot of Lazy Glen, no evidence of squatters or any activity/ Hiked up Bionaz enough to see very little cultivation at the outdoor cannabis grow. No smell
839 Glassier Open Space Penalty Assessment 7/19/2016 9:00 AM
learned names of some of the offenders from Motion camera on Glassier
839 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/18/2016 5:00 PM
Filoha fireflies were great ! Lightning show also.
839 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 7/18/2016 11:00 AM
report and certified citation mailing to Chapman on Viewline during winter closure. McNutt raged and apologized.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Counters 7/17/2016 5:30 PM
6:00pm Fixed counter dock. Finished harvesting all but a few counters. Warning: many of the counter boxes are home to very angry wasps! I removed the Cozyline counter for troubleshooting in the office - it appears faulty.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Closed Area 7/17/2016 5:00 PM
5:00pm Investigated six dirt bikes parked on the Brush Creek Rd. end of the partially-built new Seven Star trail. I contacted Ted and learned the bikes belong to the contract trail crew and are authorized to drive on open space. Dirt bike trail crew sure sounds way more fun than the trail crew I was on...
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/17/2016 3:30 PM
Trail developing on private property on Hunter Creek Extension approx 20 yards from the Rio Grande Trail intersection. Trail is to the pond on private property. Possibly add a "No Trespassing" or "Please Respect Private Property".
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/17/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Moved two vehicles idling and partially blocking traffic on HWY 82 at MM 43. Very thoughtless maneuvering of vehicles apparent.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/17/2016 2:30 PM
3:15pm Tagged black Escalade owned by Inspirato - a luxury services company that serves Aspen - I contacted several employees of the company and soon after contacted the driver, "Luis." Vehicle was moved. I left voicemail with a local Inspirato rep and informed her commercial activity on OST requires a permit. I later determined "Luis" is entitled to use vehicle as an Inspirato member and was not commercially guided. Julie Dolan, of Inspirato, confirmed this, proved very friendly, and stated she was about to call the driver in question.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/17/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm Outreached party with loud portable speakers. Explained vale of a natural experience on the trails. The group was very cooperative and ended up referring them to Pitkin Outside and suggesting a hike.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/17/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Verbal Warning: Mitch Overly (20s, M) for small brown DOL at LW staircase.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 7/17/2016 11:00 AM
11:00am Keep an eye on the DIY silver 4Runner (CO: 729-YFH) parked in the lower Smuggler lot - it may be broken down and parked overnight.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Fire 7/17/2016 11:00 AM
12:00pm Cleaned up and rehabbed site of small campfire at pullout above last residence on Smuggler Mtn Rd. Very little charred wood, but lots of gathered firewood and kindling. Rolled unburned and makeshift bench over the edge.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/17/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Called in large white semi-truck headed towards the Pass at Mile 44.5 on HWY 82. Truck turned around when it encountered an out of district APD officer near the closure gate.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 7/17/2016 9:30 AM
9:40am Checked fishing guide permit - Taylor Creek Fly Shop is good to go. Nice guys.
8135 Open Space & Trails Fire 7/17/2016 8:00 AM
8:00am Per the Aspen Times, LEO Mandrick located camper who accidentally started wild land fire yesterday at MM 47.5. Mandrick cited subject for illegal camping and failure to extinguish camp fire.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 7/16/2016 5:30 PM
5:30pm Accepted citation payment by mail from Colleen Collins (cited per Eagle County IGA at Glassier Ranch OS). Chris Taylor also left a voicemail message at the Ranger Office stating that he will come into pay Jackie Francis's citation.
8135 Open Space & Trails North Star Nature Preserve 7/16/2016 5:30 PM
6:00pm Monitored radio traffic regarding calls at North Star. 57, 66, and FPO Wood pushed an inoperable Smart Car out of Wildwood lot. 57 then responded to a citizen report of "four kids" "attacking" her car near "fire lane" parking somewhere along the Preserve. 57 did not see anything at Wildwood or Stillwater. 57 followed up with unnamed RP (970-618-4308).
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 7/16/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Made an educational contact with SUP group of self-declared "locals" (white Tundra, CO:QAS-946) at South Gate with pleasant dog on leash. I informed group they cannot bring dog to river via any put-in except for Wildwood. I fielded their questions about "repercussions" of an OST ticket, and I pointed out two large "No Dogs" signs posted on the fence line. They were bummed, but very cooperative, and eventually decided to leave.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Fire 7/16/2016 2:00 PM
3:00pm Monitored radio traffic about a wild land fire at Mile 47.5 on HWY 82 near the closure gate. 3:30pm fire crew requested helicopter from GJ. Initially evidence suggests blaze was started by unattended campfire in illegal campsite. 2220 is investigating. Fire was contained enough by 4:41pm to release staged and air resources. An interagency crew was en route from Rifle to assist in fire control. 2220 has named Richard M. Bareto (sp?) - M, 5'6", 190lbs, DOB 10/1/1960, BRWN/BRWN - may be a transient camper?
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 7/16/2016 2:00 PM
3:30pm Warned river users on private footbridge over Roaring Fork below Wildwood that they were trespassing. Left note to this effect on a gold Suburban parked alongside public-private fence line. Rangers, we can ticket for trespassing onto private land from OST land, if we ever need to do so.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/16/2016 1:00 PM
Sprinklers on at Deer Creek OS at 1:15 pm. Necessary to water the lawn? If so, it would be beneficial to schedule it for a different time rather than peak sunshine.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/16/2016 1:00 PM
Flattened grass next to the gate at Deer Creek OS. Appears people have recently walked around the driveway gate to access the closed property.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/16/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Did a quick patrol of City OS trails as mutual aid while City rangers are off duty. Fielded questions about local fishing in Heron Park - I briefed the man on fly-only catch & release rules and referred him to Pitkin Outside, CPW, and nearby fly shops. City trails look good. 118 is bike patrolling as well.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/16/2016 11:30 AM
Audible alarm at 102 N River Rd. property with grow operation across the RGT from Lazy Glen. Witnessed a Hispanic female parked at Lazy Glen OS claim they were "weeding" on the hillside above RGT next to the private property. Hispanic male appears from the hillside in the area of the private property with a garbage can full of "weeds". The top appeared to be invasive's but seemed suspicious given the location and audible alarm. Green truck CO ZG 4574. Roaring Fork Builders Inc. logo.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/16/2016 11:00 AM
11:50am Checked fishing guide permit - Minturn Anglers appears to be Aspen Outfitting by a different name, same permit.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Parking 7/16/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Noticed black Roaring Fork Builders pickup truck parked on side of N. River Rd. near Lazy Glen house. Homestead is unlocked, but appears empty. Driver was nowhere to be seen.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 7/16/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Patrolled Glassier-Crown trail. Our wildlife camera caught at least half a dozen photos of same couple (male, female, huge gray dog) with gigantic DOL walking trail daily at same hour (Rangers, let's make this a regular patrol). The only DOL I saw was Alec's "working" blue heeler chasing geese in a hay field. I spoke with one very happy MTBer - the cyclist passes on his thanks to OST for pursuing the new Glassier flow trail. Many mosquitoes.
836 Open Space & Trails Special Event 7/16/2016 8:00 AM
Still no signage from World Vision
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Special Event 7/16/2016 8:00 AM
Monitored Aspen Valley Marathon. Event organizer and staff were very diligent. Large amount of trash on trail throughout the event. Will do a final clean-up check tomorrow. See report on 7/17.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Closed Area 7/16/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Glassier gate is locked, but it seems there is room for ATVs/UTVs to drive around the gate. I will contact Ted about placing boulders next to gate.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Special Event 7/16/2016 8:00 AM
9:15am Made educational contact with man pushing orange KTM dirt bike along Rio Grande Trail at Eagle County border. Man indicated he was attempting to park near marathon event and said he was "trying to cheat the system" by keeping his bike engine off. I had him park bike outside of trail corridor.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 7/16/2016 8:00 AM
9:45am Took secondhand complaint from 66 of DOL on River Woods Rd. ("Driveways") section of Rio Grande Trail. 837 and I checked out area as time allowed.
839 Open Space & Trails Bicycle Action 7/15/2016 5:30 PM
Retrieved Pryce bike , left truck and gear for PH in Cdale for pickup
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 7/15/2016 4:00 PM
Spoke with bob Porter and Erica of World Vision, sent them out to post their event, prepped monitoring and permits, rearranged coverage for events due to Gabi injury.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 7/15/2016 3:00 PM
I trenched east side of Stein Falls along RGT that had standing water on trail. Achieved good drainage.
839 Open Space & Trails North Star Nature Preserve 7/15/2016 2:00 PM
Met with GT, FPO has range to patrol at Hunter Ck and for USFS patrol in area WHEN there is slack time at Wildwood. WW remains top priority. I askedKelly to help patrol Beach when available also.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/15/2016 11:30 AM
Older woman fell off her bike near Willoughby Way and sustained head and possible neck injury. Ambi evac to AVH.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Special Event 7/15/2016 10:30 AM
Met with Aspen Valley Marathon KAT and approved event stage at Bmass Trail
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 7/14/2016 12:30 PM
James H Smith - Installed two "No Access Beyond This Point" signs at the East end of the re-vegetation beach area nearest the Heron closure.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Meeting/Planning 7/14/2016 12:30 PM
Spoke with ACES naturalists about how they feel they are doing at Nstar. They feel comfortable with their outreach and think it is helpful to most people. Majority of folks are thankful for their outreach. They do not feel that they need any more direction with their day to day duties. They seem confident in their role. They will not hesitate to contact us if anything changes.
839 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 7/14/2016 12:00 PM
Recoded/ formatted citations, took to printer for revisions
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 7/14/2016 12:00 PM
Outreached AVM and Wirld Zvision events for weekend
8136 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Resource Damage 7/14/2016 11:00 AM
Checked on bandit trail that we decommissioned near the powerlines (above steep S curve). Appears to be unchanged since we were last there.
839 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 7/14/2016 9:00 AM
All of our radios are now programmed. Please let me know of any shortcomings. There are extra batteries in west drawer if needed. If your radio doesn't perform an entire day, let me know but also bring another battery with you in truck.
839 Open Space & Trails Parking 7/14/2016 9:00 AM
complaints about parking on Silverlode below our Smuggler lot. please refer to SO or COA
839 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 7/13/2016 12:30 PM
Met with Tim LaCroix, property mgr for Bar X. They will install gate on river access road east of Burlingame Tr outlet (with our consult)
839 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/13/2016 12:30 PM
installed rope on driveway at Wild Wood school on their request
839 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/13/2016 12:30 PM
Called Colleen Collins, she will mail ticket , to be received by Monday
1838 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 7/13/2016 11:00 AM
Fair number of riders on sky mountain park. Got numerous requests for designating uphill/downhill trails for safety (some reports of getting run into while riding uphill on both cozy line and airline)
839 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 7/13/2016 10:30 AM
met with new DA Sara Talbot, very on -board with us.
839 Open Space & Trails North Star Nature Preserve 7/13/2016 10:30 AM
spoke with Capt Duran CSP who promises trooper at Nostar this weekend to observe
839 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 7/13/2016 10:30 AM
Spoke with Steph Dawn who lives across the street from TO at NOstar and is constantly trespassed on and directed her to SO/ took complaint about Aspen Bikes and Aspen Ad Camp as well as rope swing.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 7/13/2016 9:00 AM
Asst. R and B about parking equip at Jerome Park CE
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space North Star Nature Preserve 7/13/2016 9:00 AM
Very stern warning to Ajax adventure camp for unsafe crossing highway to loadi, parking on stripe at TO
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/13/2016 9:00 AM
large group of dirt bikers heading up Smugg outreached.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/13/2016 8:45 AM
Contacted Jim Henson on rgt middle trail near driveways section just upvalley of railroad cars on atv. He is landowner there and part of construction project working on downed trees area. He moved on and said will keep clear of area and trail.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/13/2016 8:45 AM
Huge piles of horse excrement on the middle rio - towering at some points. Moved what I could of the dry parts. Maybe we can outreach equestrian users? These actually presented a significant hazard in the trail as cyclists had to swerve.
839 Stein Trail Dog Offense 7/12/2016 5:30 PM
Citation Gretchen Bleiler DOL, warned last week by SH in same spot. Leniency and wrote $100 level not $500 level. same offense " but different".
839 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/12/2016 5:00 PM
Warnings for glass beers on beach. Warning for chair. Litter and education patrol.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 7/12/2016 3:30 PM
Citation for aspen bicycle rentals for blocking state hwy while operating under our spec use permit right after warning for bringing trailer into Wildwood against their permit.
839 North Star Nature Preserve North Star Nature Preserve 7/12/2016 3:30 PM
Ajax Adventure Camp parking on stripe across from T.O. And loading gear while crossing state highway
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 7/12/2016 2:00 PM
Verbal warning Billy Boughton (poop fairy) for DOL on RGT
1838 James H. Smith Open Space Signage 7/12/2016 10:45 AM
Installed nature path signs on James H Smith
839 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 7/12/2016 10:00 AM
I spoke with Arlin Hemphill who works for Connie Harvey on private property at Maroon Ck confluence with RF river about increased trespass. He posted the signs on OST property that I removed earlier. I Advised to coord with Bar X and gate the private
839 Open Space & Trails North Star Nature Preserve 7/12/2016 10:00 AM
contacted Becky Helmus at Wildwood School and encouraged her to install sign at least at School , no trespass or parking
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Special Event 7/11/2016 7:00 PM
7:30pm Joined RFC educational event at Filoha Meadows. Good turnout for fireflies, macros, hot springs, and ecology talk.
8135 Coke Ovens Open Space Closed Area 7/11/2016 6:30 PM
6:45pm Met Asa at the Coke Ovens OS gate. Asa is installing fence for the new horse operation. They should have fence installed by Sunday at the latest - seems like things are coming along per the new lease.
8135 Open Space & Trails Accident/Rescue 7/11/2016 4:00 PM
5:00pm Typed up a report for the Sky MP accident - e-mailed to rangers.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/11/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Took cold complaint from "Joel" & "Bob" of people shooting fireworks in backcountry off Lost Man trail. I referred them to non-emergency dispatch number, and advised them to ask for 2220 on future complaints.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/11/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Verbal Warning: Ashley Edens (male) of Aspen for off-leash yellow lab ("Reese") on HC trail near crossing with private driveway. Edens said he was lost, and did not know rule. Nice guy. Referred to Pitkin Outside for info on map & regs.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/11/2016 1:00 PM
2:30pm Preached the gospel of Pitkin Outside, handed out cards, and outreached a good number of very enthusiastic tourist hikers at Benedict Bridge and HC meadow. Beautiful shady day on HCT.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/11/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm 79 stopped and cited a semi-truck at North Gate for driving over Indy Pass.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/11/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Checked in with ACES naturalists and dropped off Pitkin Outside cards. No FPO, but lot seems orderly. Naturalists reported one upset motorist. This weekend, naturalists were approached by Wildwood School staff complaining about people parking illegally on their property. Rangers and naturalists have been approached by to river users claiming to be associated with Wildwood School. It seemed like the river users were looking for our endorsement on parking at the school - our response was: "the school is private property, and you could be towed." Wildwood School is considering posting a wildlife camera on the driveway to document license plates of illegally parked cars.
8135 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 7/11/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am Returned call to Mary Lou Flynn (970-923-6525) regarding Rocky Bottom Ranch-Catherine Store wildlife closure of RGT. I informed Flynn that the trail remains closed; lion cubs were seen as recently as Friday and RFTA is schedule to meet with CPW today to discuss timeline for opening trail. I referred Flynn to RFTA's website for updates.
1559 Meadows Open Space Campsite found/evicted 7/11/2016 10:45 AM
Tagged an orange tent NW of Meadows OS Bridge. Tracy Avedisidi** called me to plead for leniency on her tent site. She claims to be working/ house sitting and unable to collect tent until Thurs morning. Being the overly nice guy that I am I allowed her the extended removal period. I will be meeting her at the camp in the morning to issue written warning.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Parking issues 7/11/2016 9:45 AM
Found owners and insisted on removal of a vehicle parked in unloading zone.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Parking issues 7/11/2016 9:45 AM
Pink-tagged a parked wht Buick in unloading zone.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Issued verbal warning 7/11/2016 9:30 AM
Trail hazard: vehicle parked partially blocking. Found owner and had it moved.
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/10/2016 4:00 PM
Rode Lollipop Trail, Tootsie Roll and Iowa Shaft extension. Trails are in great shape.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/10/2016 3:00 PM
3:30pm Pink-tagged white Audi SUV parked sloppily on border of East of Aspen trail ROW at MM 43 on HWY 82. Advised owner to remove vehicle. 5:00pm Removed bronze Range Rover parked quarter of the way into westbound traffic on HWY 82 at Stillwater Bridge.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/10/2016 3:00 PM
4:00pm Had deputy run plates on silver Volvo XC70 (CO: TRIPLW) parked in "No Parking" zone at JHS gate. Verbally warned Joe "Jughead" Brown - vehicle owner - for parking violation and for admittedly trespassing on JHS Heron Closure. Brown and friend claimed to be part of a group bird watching/"counting" heron rookery - do they have permission to enter closure?
1559 Sky Mountain Park Called to scene 7/10/2016 12:00 PM
Responded to SAR/ Medical on Cozy Line Trail. All Rangers responded well and effectively.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 7/10/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Responded to accident (20-30yo Male w/puncture wound) on Sky MP along with other Rangers. I helped AFD with Radar Rd. gate code. 838 & I assisted Snowmass Ambi in finding best access to base of Cozyline Trail for patient transport. 836 was first on scene and helped evac patient. Debriefed as crew. Job well done by all.
836 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 7/10/2016 12:00 PM
Puncture wound--Airline trail
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 7/10/2016 10:30 AM
"Cyclists Announce Before Passing" sign staged at Basalt High on RGT.
1838 Aspen Mass Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/10/2016 9:30 AM
Responded to call of brush fire caused by transformer explosion at Smith Hill and highway 82. Some smoke and flames close to open space lands. Monitored Aspen Mass trail for riders coming through. Fire was extinguished by AVFD.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/10/2016 8:30 AM
Contacted woman who put up signs for lost dog at ABC on 7/4. Dog is still not found. White American Bulldog named Talullah owner contact 970-618-7994
8135 Owl Creek Trail Maintenance 7/10/2016 8:30 AM
9:30am Trimmed eye-level branches from thorny tree below Vraney Curve on Owl Creek Trail.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 7/10/2016 8:00 AM
8:00am AJAX & Red MTN are patched right now. Expect Dispatch radio comms. in the Valley to be troubled this week.
8135 Open Space & Trails Accident/Rescue 7/09/2016 5:00 PM
6:00pm Prepared accident report from vehicle vs. ped collision on East of Aspen Trail. Sent out to rangers.
836 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 7/09/2016 4:30 PM
Very quiet at Wildwood this evening.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 7/09/2016 4:00 PM
Fellow named Valentino suggested brushing a few areas of Sky MP to improve the view around blind corners etc. Airline seems to be the most overgrown.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 7/09/2016 3:45 PM
Responded to a report from 835 that water was making its way from a private parcel onto the Rio Grande Trail and causing erosion to re soft surface trail at mm 40.75. I went to the residence, 218 Willoughby Way, to contact owner. Family staying on home does not own and provided a number for Karen Boyd. Left a message to return my call and explained the situation. Good eye 835.
8136 Aspen Mass Trail Illegal Camping 7/09/2016 3:30 PM
Cardboard footprint near the entrance of Aspen/Mass Trail from Intercept lot. Appears someone has been sleeping here. Possibly jumping the fence onto private property.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 7/09/2016 3:30 PM
3:45pm Reported water flowing from private residence and pooling on upper RGT to City Parks. 1959 checked it out and called residents.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Parking 7/09/2016 2:30 PM
3:30pm Installed two "No Parking" signs at JHS gate. JA says it is now OK for people to put in/take out at JHS, so long as they make the walk and do not park.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/09/2016 2:15 PM
Nathan and Hannah doing great job at Wildwood contacting folks and bringing calm to parking situation.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 7/09/2016 1:30 PM
1:30pm Pink-tagged Saab 93 parked in trail corridor. Note on dash indicated private landowner had given permission for vehicle to park. The vehicle may have been partially on private land, but it had to cross the trail to get there.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 7/09/2016 1:30 PM
2:30pm Covered for FPO Wood while she was at the HC Weed Pull. Wildwood got quite crowded. Many people were open to idea of slow water float from South Gate. One angry Frenchman put up a stink about the Wildwood parking situation and required some real verbal judo. About a dozen cars are parked in random pullout and in private driveways. 10 responded to call at MM43 for vehicles illegally parked and blocking a private driveway.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/09/2016 12:45 PM
Northstar beach being used consistently as put in - educated a number of folks.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 7/09/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Removed outdated trail flooded signs from RGT @ Dart. Swept RGT at turnoff for WCT - much loose gravel on path. 837 warned approaching cyclists - good catch considering the skill level of our rental bike clientele.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 7/09/2016 11:00 AM
A Valerie Braun insisted on walking against trail traffic, feeling that it made her safer because bikers only announce their passes "25%" of the time. She would like to continue this conversation with OST.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 7/09/2016 10:30 AM
10:30am Arbaney-Kittle lot was absolutely packed before noon! Red BA seems to be a huge improvement in clarity over the Red Down radio channel for lower Rio, Glassier, and AK area. Make sure to turn off scan when using lower Red Mtn channels to avoid staticky up valley traffic.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Dog Offense 7/09/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Responded to report of old, injured dog 1/3 up Arbaney-Kittle Trail. Took call for 79x Contacted owner & RP, turned owner around in direction of dog, and cleared once dog was motivated to walk down. Dog was 10 yo lab with cut right forepaw. Owner was described in unkind words by other hikers for running down without realizing he'd left his dog. I lectured owner about V&S control, but could not enforce while on BLM land.
8135 Coke Ovens Open Space Closed Area 7/09/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am I noticed there is a well worn path around our chain on the Coke Ovens OS driveway. There is no closure signage - what is the formal status of this property? Closed for mgmt. planning? I checked Redstone Boulders, East Creek, Perham, and Coke Ovens for seasonal campers/dumping; it all looks clear. Plenty of tourists out in the early morn in bustling Redstone proper.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 7/09/2016 8:30 AM
The tire pump on the bike repair station at Stein Park is broken.
8135 Crystal Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/09/2016 8:00 AM
8:30am Lots of people out on the Crystal Trail this morning - great compliance.
839 Emma Homestead Patrol/Outreach 7/08/2016 5:00 PM
Delivered tent and table to Emma for commissioners event
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/08/2016 5:00 PM
6:00pm Ended day with roving outreach in Stillwater area. Ran shuttle for ACES naturalists. Wildwood seemed orderly without FPO Kelly.
839 Dart Conservation Easement Signage 7/08/2016 4:00 PM
Posted Wheatly riverside for no camping and fires
839 James H. Smith Open Space Signage 7/08/2016 2:00 PM
Posted beach river left across from reves erosion for no access, cut posts for nature trail signs, left U posts and signs for No Parking at James H gate
8135 East of Aspen Trail Accident/Rescue 7/08/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Responded to code call for vehicle accident at East of Aspen pedestrian bridge just west of Crystal Lake Rd. Heavy traffic slowed response. A silver Honda SUV left westbound 82 w/o braking, travelled for 101', struck a boulder, launched 35' over an irrigation ditch and landed 15' below grade on the side of a large pond near the Ute Ave access trail (measurements c/o APD). While crossing the trail, the vehicle struck and injured a pedestrian. Pedestrian hit in the back and knocked down. The patient suffered injuries to back, arms, and torso. Both driver and patient were transported by Ambi to AVH. Medical event is suspected to have caused accident. 1959 and APD CROs closed trail while two wreckers removed crashed vehicle. APD is investigating accident. Patient conditions are unknown at this time. D&D removed vehicle and incident was terminated at 1616 hours. Report forthcoming.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 7/08/2016 12:00 PM
1:20pm Contacted "Tom" on black cruiser bike on COA portion of EOA Trail with four DOL and one leashed dog. Man tried to ride into accident scene. When I brought up the leash law, the man strung one leash through all dog collars and rode off while half-choking his dogs. "Tom" refused to give his last name and threw a bit of a tantrum. The man appeared to be in his 40s and was wearing a black HWY 82 trucker hat. I'm sure we'll see him around...
839 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 7/08/2016 11:00 AM
Reprogrammed radio, all have new Downvalley channel Red BA, and are scanning CO Fire and Ajax and have City channel
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 7/08/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Made follow-up call & left voicemail for C. Collins in regards to citation issued at Glassier Ranch OS. Payment must be made out to "Eagle County Treasurer" per our IGA.
8135 Open Space & Trails Resource Damage 7/08/2016 10:00 AM
11:30am Returned call to B. Droste & left voicemail in regards to DUI accident on Brush Creek Trail/private property on 7/2/16. I've formally requested a case report on the incident from CSP.
839 James H. Smith Open Space Resource Damage 7/07/2016 3:00 PM
Reviewed erosion damage, signage needs at James Beach, e mail forthcoming.
839 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 7/07/2016 2:00 PM
Brought in 6 radios for reprogramming, ready Friday Further radio improvements being researched
839 Wingo Junction River Access Trails 7/07/2016 1:30 PM
Wingo boat ramp algae rampant, trail needs grooming, reported to BLM
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/07/2016 12:30 PM
Outreached locals that were carrying a pop up tent to the beach. They were cooperative and wanted to be a part of the solution. They were unaware of what they could and couldn't do at Nstar due to lack of signage.
839 Open Space & Trails Signage 7/07/2016 8:00 AM
BL gifted 2 "announce passing signs" to us. Need to install at BHS and Woody Ck area and keep rotating them.
1838 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/06/2016 6:30 PM
Well attended event at Filoha Meadows with RFC. Very interested crowd learned a lot but no fireflies present
1838 Crystal Trail Signage 7/06/2016 6:00 PM
put up "trail damage" signs on cones on Crystal Trail near Thomas Rd section of trail.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/06/2016 5:15 PM
Many dangerous parking situations at the Stillwater Pedestrian Bridge takeout.
1559 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Cyclist contact 7/06/2016 3:45 PM
Booted to BMX riders out of skatepark.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Parking issues 7/06/2016 2:30 PM
Called in 75 to write parking ticket on a white Toyota 4Runner parked in unloading zone, causing issues for rafting companies. 11 got in touch with owner who came and moved vehicle after lecture.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 7/06/2016 11:00 AM
Lots of wapper limbs to trim, beware Maint. replaced bollards and bases may not be painted
839 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 7/06/2016 9:30 AM
Radios down, no red mtns, Ajax one way only. Our radios need reprogramming for Red Mtn Basalt
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/05/2016 1:30 PM
While floating Northstar contacted a party putting in on SUP's at James H. Smith. This was there first time floating Northstar and were confused on put in locations. Educated them on proper put ins.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/05/2016 1:30 PM
Northstar is running slow and low. Will be good to advise tubers to put in at South Gate as saw a fair number of parties with burst tubes and long floats ahead of them.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/05/2016 1:30 PM
found mosquito control parked in the 10 minute loading zone at Take-out When contacted I gave them verbal warning about where to park and not.
1838 James H. Smith Open Space Resource Damage 7/05/2016 12:30 PM
Cut off two sections of netting in the bank reclamation area of James H. Smith that had come off the shore and were floating in the water. Left on shore for later pickup (need a vehicle)
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/05/2016 10:30 AM
Spoke with Danno from Aspen Paragliders and he requested mowing of the landing zone and a culvert or bridge over the ditch just upstream of the LZ
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/05/2016 9:30 AM
Thanks B.L. from COA for getting to trash at Northstar takeout early and taking care of post July 4th trash there!
1838 Owl Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/05/2016 9:00 AM
checked the two "trouble spots" on Owl Creek trail and both were dry
839 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Trails 7/05/2016 8:00 AM
squatter at A Mass off 82 is actually contract traffic counter hired by COA
1558 North Star/James H. Smith Litter moderate 7/05/2016 7:15 AM
Collected 7 pool toys and a couple bags of trash from Stillwater takeout.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Parking 7/04/2016 4:30 PM
5:00pm Tagged two commercial looking black Ford Expedition SUVs (CO: 944-WYM and 943-WYM) parked and blocking Jack Rabbit Ridge fire access gate. 202 ran plates - both to Ferris Cullen Wilks (916 Pine Crest Dr.). 202 visited R.O. address to get vehicles moved.
8136 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 7/04/2016 4:00 PM
Checked location of yesterday's backpack/camp. All belongings are removed. No trash or environmental impact.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 7/04/2016 2:30 PM
2:30pm Called in silver Audi station wagon that passed me on double yellow, as I was stopped near Stillwater Bridge with my emergency light bars activated trying to move pick-up truck out of traffic. Vehicle passed recklessly between me and the driver of the poorly parked pick-up truck. I followed vehicle as far as Original St. APD tracked down driver at restaurant in town - turned out to be Lexi McNutt! APD lectured and released.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 7/04/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Investigated theft at MM 43 alongside EOA Trail. Window of Mercedes smashed, red & black Mtn. Smith backpack with $1200 cash and a fringed leather purse with insulin & glucometer were stolen. Occupants of vehicle were very upset. One diabetic occupant became woozy after not eating all day and becoming stressed. 11 took report. 11 says Snowmass has been experiencing a rash of break-ins. Theft occurred while group was floating River sometime between 11:00am and 2:45pm. See report.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Meeting/Planning 7/04/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm Interviewed by Aspen Public Radio at Wildwood regarding North Star summer changes and happenings. "No, off the top of my head, I am not sure how many tickets have been issued on North Star Preserve this summer." APR reporter was keen to get out our message about fostering environmental ethic at North Star.
1838 Lani White Trail Patrol/Outreach 7/04/2016 2:00 PM
Heard some loud booms in area of land white/Hunter creek junction - most likely some sort of fireworks. Investigated but UTL.
1559 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Called to scene 7/04/2016 11:30 AM
Responded to child having allergic reaction next to Carl's Pharmacy. Found a 10 month old, no apparent issue breathing, with a swollen face and increased drooling. Medics made a quick load and go.
1558 Rio Grande Trail Issued verbal warning 7/04/2016 11:30 AM
Found buddy race event staff in a Polaris side by side on RGT. Instructed driver to exit out shady lane. Event organizer gave bad instructions, will follow up in event debrief.
836 Stein Trail Penalty Assessment 7/04/2016 11:00 AM
$100 citation issued to Jackie Francis for dog off leash
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/04/2016 11:00 AM
11:40am Verbal Warning: Brandon Taylor of Park City, UT for medium sized DOL on upper HC Trail.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Closed Area 7/04/2016 11:00 AM
12:20pm Monitored call regarding "naked people running around behind the coke ovens" in closed Coke Ovens OS. Reported by local ranch owner, "Rubino." 52 responded, and confirmed naked folks had permission to camp (in the buff?) on nearby private land.
1838 Glassier Open Space Resource Damage 7/04/2016 10:45 AM
Road to glassier is getting worse at the eroded section. Flood irrigation is continuing and will likely make it worse.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 7/04/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Checked area of reported camp on Smug Service Rd. Trail - UTL.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 7/04/2016 10:00 AM
David Briscoe - One brown lab DOL. First offense. Lecture and verbal warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 7/04/2016 9:00 AM
9:00am Observed worker weed-whacking brush on boundary of Red Butte CE/OS and Red Butte HOA - is this permitted?
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 7/04/2016 8:00 AM
8:30am Contacted a polite camper, John Dysart of Aspen, on riverbank below Stein Trail. Dysart kept a clean camp site with nice backpacking gear. He works at the ABC and is apparently on worker's comp from an accident at Ski Co. I referred him to Pitkin Outside, advised him to camp on USFS land (for up to 5 days at a time), and issued him a warning for camping on OST.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 7/04/2016 7:00 AM
Monitored Buddy Run event on Upper Rio. See report.
8136 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 7/03/2016 5:00 PM
Tagged large backpack from apparent overnight camping on riverbank along stein trail just west of the no campfires sign/beach area. RP claimed to have seen the bag for the past three nights. Indicated 24 hrs for removal of property and no camping on open space.
1559 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Everything great 7/03/2016 4:00 PM
Removed all signs and bollards from bike-way in preparation for bus traffic during 4th of July Parade. Raining...
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 7/03/2016 3:30 PM
3:30pm Responded to report from FPO & ACES of big group with amplified music and two DOL on beach near JHS. Beach turned out to be a gravel bar. The group was driving off as I pulled up to Stillwater. I was able to educate one party about loud music. Reportedly group left beach after ACES outreached them. I asked naturalists to call me next time they spot issues like this.
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Followed-up on issue 7/03/2016 2:45 PM
Came across a woman feeling light headed and not moving so well heading up HCT. Hiked and monitored her condition until we reunited with her party and they decided to head back down together.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 7/03/2016 2:00 PM
Smuggler doggy bags all out
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Mutual Aid 7/03/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm Spoke with 11 - PCSO was wondering who issues Senior parking passes for the uppermost (McCloskey) Hunter Creek lot. I informed 11 that OST is not empowered to enforce at that location and that we do not issue passes. 11 will follow up and try to post info about passes on HC Rd.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 7/03/2016 1:00 PM
Jackie George on soft surface at mm 26.01 - DOL first offense. Verbal warning.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/03/2016 1:00 PM
At 2:15pm responded to a dog in distress 0.01 miles west of Mclain Flats road on RGT. The dog owner had hiked from Aspen nearly to Woody Creek with a 9 y/o, 120lb golden retriever that was not from altitude and without water. I supplied the dog with water and had 839 help pick up the dog and drive to the Mclain Flats road crossing to transport it to the animal shelter via a taxi the RP hailed.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 7/03/2016 12:30 PM
12:40pm Stopped traffic on 82 at Obs. Deck to save grubby little Chihuahua from roadway. Owner - big gruff guy - was very happy to be reunited with his dog. Per 837's info, the dog owner fits the description of a rumored early-AM Smuggler Mtn. camper. Bald man in his 50s, drives plate-less old orange pick-up truck.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/03/2016 12:30 PM
1:30pm FPO Kelly is laying down the law; Wildwood looks neat n' orderly. I made several parking related contacts and outreached a loud group of tubers from the shore of JHS. I hooked the ACES folks up with a boat and garbage bag to do a river clean-up.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 7/03/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Pink-tagged Blue CR-V parked in Stein Park boat loading area. Moved along other vehicles. HIGH volume of commercial boats on water today!
8135 Deer Creek Open Space Closed Area 7/03/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Contacted and warned Deb Smith (927-1549) of Basalt for trespassing on Deer Creek OS mgmt. closure. Smith had accessed adjacent USFS lands from Last Chance Ranch and chose to exit via closed Deer Creek OS when she felt "tired." Smith was a bit argumentative and questioned when mgmt. planning will be finished. I referred her to Lindsey Utter for planning info, assured her that I did not want to keep people off public lands, and warned her to stay out of Deer Creek until mgmt. plan finished.
8135 Glassier Open Space Resource Damage 7/03/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Road to Glassier-Crown trail has gotten washed out in one stretch, likely due to flood irrigation in adjacent field. It appears Farmer Parker has installed a giant flag pole near his house to celebrate upcoming America Day. Single track Trails Inc. is at work building new trail. Several recreational trail users spotted as well.
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/03/2016 10:30 AM
11:30am Radio 835 was pretty much non-functional down valley today, causing me to miss call from Dispatch.
839 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 7/03/2016 10:30 AM
836 is sworn in and badged.
8135 Arciero Trailhead Parking 7/03/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Called in old Winnebago/sleeper (CO: 870-WZE) parked at Arciero TH since Tuesday. Vehicle now has windows blocked with blankets and a gas can & cooler stored outside. PCSO was not immediately available to assist with contact, so I cleared and left the issue to them. Vehicle finally moved on from trailhead around noon.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Resource Damage 7/02/2016 3:30 PM
4:00pm Took report from DWM Kurtis Tesch of a family filling a trailer with rocks from a hillside above an OST fishing access near Gerbaz Way. Tesch had the family return the rocks.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/02/2016 3:00 PM
3:30pm Drive-by educational contact with two ladies walking tiny DOL on Owl Creek near Red Barn. Little dog = coyote bait.
836 Open Space & Trails Trails 7/02/2016 2:00 PM
Wingo boat ramp sidewalk has some algae on it, though not from the culvert. It seems algae is forming from the overflow from the drainage ditch next to the sidewalk.
1559 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/02/2016 2:00 PM
Ajax Trail needs signed if we are going to enforce the leash law on this COA trail easement.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/02/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Verbal Warnings: Will McDonald and Christie Johnson of Park City for DOL x 2 (med. hounds) on the staircase on HC Trail. The couple were reluctant to give names, but they were otherwise cooperative. First warning.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/02/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Made many outreach contacts on upper Smug, moved along one illegally parked Subaru, and generally preached the gospel of Pitkin Outside. The Obs. Deck was tourist central today.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 7/02/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm 10 ran plates on old Winnebago RV parked at Arciero TH (possibly overnight since I observed it on my last shift on Tuesday). 836 tagged RV today. R.O. is out of Frisco, CO. 10 told me vehicle gave off some suspicious "odor" and that it was unlikely we could contact R.O. because it is "12 Code" listed. Let's check on this thing in the AM.
1838 Brush Creek Trail Mutual Aid 7/02/2016 12:00 PM
Called by 10 to site of DUI incident at Brush Creek Trail and the Doste Party where motor vehicle crossed trail
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 7/02/2016 11:30 AM
put up "no parking" sign at Wildwood for FPO Kelly
1559 Marolt Open Space Followed-up on issue 7/02/2016 11:15 AM
Called in disabled vehicle at roundabout on Maroon Creek Rd. Party showed up while waiting for CRO and towed away vehicle on their own.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 7/02/2016 10:30 AM
11:40am Took report from remarkably upbeat 10 of ETOH driver who drove down Brush Creek Trail last night, damaged Droste's irrigation system, and abandoned vehicle on trail last night. As I was on foot atop Smug, I had 838 meet CSP & 10 to investigate. 838 documented resource damage - there are tire marks on trail. It seems amazing, judging from the scene, that the vehicle did not flip or end up in an irrigation pond. Close call. I later put Droste in touch with CSP.
836 Open Space & Trails Parking 7/02/2016 10:30 AM
Old Winnebago still parked at Arciero. Tagged and will contact SO if it is still there tomorrow.
8135 Open Space & Trails Training 7/02/2016 8:30 AM
10:30am Rainy morning training: ETOH subjects & difficult contacts, SOPs review, best access points, and radio comms.
1559 Burlingame/Deer Hill Called to scene 7/02/2016 8:00 AM
Responded to moose roaming around Burlingame. 145 and myself were able to direct it out of the neighborhood. It then made its way through the ABC.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 7/02/2016 8:00 AM
8:30am Followed up on complaint of Aspen Cycling Tours possibly operating w/o permit on OST. Notified JA.
836 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 7/01/2016 6:00 PM
Claure Group missing in Hunter Valley. They were reported back at the Gant by the end of the day. See report.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/01/2016 2:30 PM
Minor bike accident; 12y/o vs fence at mile 36 RGT near Stevens St gate. No injuries. Just noting that it "falls" within our Bermuda Triangle of recent accidents.
1559 Smuggler Mountain Installed signage 7/01/2016 1:30 PM
Swapped spring board for summer board at Smuggler Overlook.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Maintenance 7/01/2016 11:00 AM
Staged a spade shovel at the large Cottonwood tree near bike rack at ped bridge. Will be used by Aces naturalists for invasive species removal (rainy day projects etc). Shovel was from the HCT/Lani White staircase.
839 Crystal Trail Trails 6/30/2016 5:00 PM
Much trail surface damage/ hazard of asphalt, volcanoes , heaving and cracking . Marked thoroughly with paint, forwarded to TO'B
839 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 6/30/2016 2:30 PM
Opened Filoha NP for summer season
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 6/30/2016 11:00 AM
35 y,o female bike accident caused by dog ON leash while riding mm 36.5 Broken compound pinky finger, Ambi transport
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 6/30/2016 8:00 AM
Met with TO'B . Willian Thursday 8:00 weekly meet
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Training 6/29/2016 4:30 PM
5:00pm The mosquitoes are swarming out at North Star! Maybe that's why it has been so quiet. I oriented ACES naturalists to James H. Smith OS, resto area, and the heron rookery.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 6/29/2016 2:00 PM
3:30pm Took one for the team and did 1.5hrs of Cartegraph training. I will schedule a training for the crew when the holiday chaos ends.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 6/29/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Responded to report of possible unresponsive man in Jenny Adair Wetlands. 121, 125, 1959, and I found an ETOH man sleeping underneath a picnic table. The man received a lecture from 1959 and a ticket for open container from 125.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 6/29/2016 11:30 AM
11:45am Janet got a great photo of the young bull calf in North Star Preserve. Wildwood was shockingly quiet around noon.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Bicycle Action 6/29/2016 9:30 AM
9:45am Encountered Snowmass Fire enjoying a bike patrol of the TOSV portion of Sky MP - they were all smiles. Sky MP was quite busy.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Parking 6/29/2016 9:30 AM
11:00am Monitored call regarding cars parking each other in at Smuggler lot. 57 & 146 responded and ran plates.
1559 Parks Office Double w/other officer 6/29/2016 8:00 AM
Had Chris, from YCC, along to shadow for a day of rangering. Completed multiple open space reports and identified a couple noxious weeds. He seemed to really like what we do.
1558 Burlingame/Deer Hill Everything great 6/28/2016 5:30 PM
Led a wildflower hike w Christina Medved of RFC on deer hill. 16 participants, lots of great flowers, awesome views.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 6/28/2016 4:30 PM
5:00pm Jeff from OST Crew made a very cold report of two BMW motorcycles driving on lower Brush Creek Trail around 1:00pm. Jeff thinks the bikers turned off accidently into the bottom of Brush Creek Trail - two out of a group drove on trail. One biker went down the underpass and the other up the trail into Cozy Point South before leaving via HWY 82. Too little, too late.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/28/2016 1:15 PM
Put up new sign "no parking anywhere on this road except designated lot" on wildwood lane
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 6/28/2016 1:00 PM
3:00pm Coordinated with ACES naturalists and 838 to outreach river users regarding moose in water and best shuttle arrangement. Ran bike shuttle for ACES float.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 6/28/2016 12:15 PM
Saw moose calf near the takeout in northstar at the Stillwater pedestrian bridge. Put up signs with info on moose and educated people in the area. Saw the moose heading towards the water and upstream. Seems like we've got some permanent residents!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 6/28/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Monitored call regarding missing group of cyclists on RGT. 318 drove up from BHS and 11 drove down from Wingo looking for group. 318 & 11 found missing cyclist (there was only one) at BHS at around 1:30pm.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 6/28/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Accepted citation payment (and apology) from Breck Distillery for parking/vehicle on trail violation. Accepted payment from Zuckerman for repeat DOLs. Deposited payments.
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/28/2016 10:30 AM
Hunter creek trail was fairly busy. Many folks planning on hiking up and over to smuggler but needed direction finding the Hunter creek cutoff trail. Referred them to Pitkin Outside and the kiosk map.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 6/28/2016 10:00 AM
10:00am Overheard report to Dispatch about illegal parking in senior/handicap parking lot at uppermost Hunter Creek TH. 75 responded and ran plates.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 6/28/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am There is a funky white and red-brown Winnebago parked at Arciero TH. Keep an eye on this guy for overnight parking.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Bicycle Action 6/28/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Inspected RGT in area of Gerbaz Rail Cars after getting report of three popped bike tires in same spot. I did not see anything unusual. Swearingen's car looks neat. Spotted a weasel scampering down the trail. Bollard on west side of rail cars is still missing - already reported to Bill's crew.
8135 Glassier Open Space Penalty Assessment 6/28/2016 9:30 AM
9:30am Cited Colleen Collins for dog on Glassier Crown Access Trail (dog closure). Collins parked her Mini-Cooper illegally near gate and hiked trail. Collins acknowledged seeing "No Dogs" signs. Collins also indicated Al Beyer and some of her other friends - all known illegal trail builders - were "cutting trail" on Glassier. It seemed she assumed this was on the up and up. Collins may just be confused and thinking of Beyer's involvement in the new Buckhorn Traverse. (JA is investigating). I explained Eagle County co-enforcement IGA, referred her to dog-friendly trails, and gave her a Pitkin Outside card. Collins asked me to pass along to JA the idea of creating designated OST "dog parks." Our conversation was actually quite pleasant by the end.
1558 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Parking issues 6/28/2016 9:00 AM
Spent some time on sign plan for Hunter Creek. Senior trailhead parking was in overflow mode. Most vehicles had a senior pass displayed. 75 was there and ticketed a Mr Skarvan.
1559 Marolt Open Space Called to scene 6/28/2016 9:00 AM
Responded to call from CRO squad about a moose that had "charged" a woman and her dog near the Marolt Wetlands pond. UTL on the moose and posted signs throughout property
8135 Glassier Open Space Signage 6/28/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Posted additional dog regs signage at Glassier Crown Access gate. Single-track Systems (trail construction contractors) are at work on Glassier.
8135 Jaffee Park Whitewater 6/27/2016 5:00 PM
5:30pm Chatted with boaters at Jaffee Park. A kayaker from Boulder lost his black kayak paddle in area Slaughterhouse Falls. Soon-to-be-stuck commercial rafters lent the kayaker a paddle to C1 his way to the takeout. Lost paddle is marked with owner's email address.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Closed Area 6/27/2016 3:30 PM
4:00pm Took report from Aspen Fire volunteer who was floating North Star on 6/26/16 and saw "50 people" partying on restored JHS beach. "It looks liked the beaches at Rio." Rangers: Now that the water has dropped, let's patrol JHS to keep the shenanigans to a minimum.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 6/27/2016 3:30 PM
3:30pm Contacted a man, "Iggy," parking his SUV illegally at the base of Brush Creek Trail. I educated him and pointed him to the Intercept Lot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 6/27/2016 3:30 PM
5:00pm Responded to code call for swift water rescue at Mile 39.5 at Slaughterhouse Falls. 03 and I drove trail and encountered RP and rafters at Mile 37.5 below the old Saardi House. One Blazing Paddles boat was wrapped on a rock and another eddied out. I signaled to boaters and they signaled back "OK." Aspen Fire and more deputies later arrived. After much teamwork (but no use of pulleys!) the rafters freed their boat. Aspen Fire stayed on scene until the group was safely on its way downstream.
1558 Burlingame/Deer Hill Called to scene 6/27/2016 3:15 PM
Responded to swift water call at SH falls. Bar X trail was handy in getting to the river quick. Other responders were also on scene in good time. Wrong location though.
8135 Emma Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/27/2016 1:30 PM
3:30pm Joined Paul H. in contact with wacky ag lease farmer on Emma OS. The farmer was very irritated and animated about neighboring land owners stealing his water and diverting ditch flow from our Emma CE. Water rights infringements seemed evident. Paul is investigating relevant water rights and deeds.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 6/27/2016 1:00 PM
Moose on Beach of Wildwood, access closed until we were assured they had moved on.
836 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Wildlife 6/27/2016 1:00 PM
There are moose on the loose! Cow and calf spotted at Wildwood put in. A bull has also been reported in the area.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Wildlife 6/27/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Encountered Aspen Fire stopped at EOA Boardwalk - the crew spotted a bull, cow, calf moose trio in river. I saw the moose, but could not get a clear shot for a photo.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/27/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am FPO Kelly will not be on duty until Friday.
8136 Stein Trail Signage 6/26/2016 6:00 PM
Replaced the "cyclists announce when passing" sign at Stein Park.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/26/2016 3:00 PM
Removed "Trail Flooded" sign at Stillwater Rd. on EoA Trail.
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/26/2016 12:00 PM
Responded to call from dispatch for party with lost SUP last seen floating down the river. UTL party or SUP.
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Called to scene 6/26/2016 9:30 AM
Responded to call from dispatch describing a large bear in Newbury Park drawing a crowd. After some searching, located bear going south on Garmisch. Chased Ursa back up Aspen Mt. with 143 and 145.
839 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 6/26/2016 8:30 AM
ride the rockies citation for violation of comm use permit
839 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 6/26/2016 8:30 AM
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 6/25/2016 4:30 PM
Recovered "Cyclists Announce When Passing" sign from City of Aspen sandwich board at Stein Park. Filed back in sign stock.
1838 Aspen Mass Trail Signage 6/25/2016 2:00 PM
There are wooden stakes strewn on the side of the Aspen Mass trail marked "CL" and look like property markers.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 6/25/2016 9:30 AM
Water on trail near Dart
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 6/25/2016 9:00 AM
No Parking Zone. Large turnout on the 3rd switchback up from the base of Smug Mt. Rd. CO QUI-990 Navy Blue Volks Jetta. Pink Tagged.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Closed Area 6/25/2016 9:00 AM
"Restoration Area, Please Keep Out" sign removed (hidden behind a nearby tree) from the triangular bench area at the Smug Obs Deck. Replaced signage and blockade to area.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Special Event 6/25/2016 8:30 AM
Ride for child event exceptionally run
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 6/24/2016 2:30 PM
removed "Trail May Be Flooded" signs from Hunter Creek Trail.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 6/24/2016 10:30 AM
2 large pines down over Lollipop, need chain saw
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Penalty Assessment 6/24/2016 10:30 AM
served Betsy Sheridan written warning for dog at large on E of A trail 6/22, she had previous citation on Smugg 2012
839 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 6/24/2016 8:30 AM
Citation for BreckenridgevDis Distillery payment arranged
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 6/23/2016 9:30 AM
unpermitted supported cycle event on Rt 133 reported to Mike Kramer/Com Dev ( organizer is Chandler Smith of RTR!)
839 Open Space & Trails Resource Damage 6/23/2016 9:30 AM
150 meters of riverband totally defoliated along Crystal R Country Estates , reported as code violation to COm Dev
839 Redstone Boulders OS Signage 6/23/2016 7:00 AM
No Camping signs to OS along Redstone Blvd across from East Ck trailhead
839 Redstone Boulders OS Resource Damage 6/23/2016 7:00 AM
removed some super aggressive invasives, photo-ed and reported to OS
839 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 6/22/2016 5:30 PM
dog at large retrieved by Aspen Kayak Academy. brought to shelter by 839, owner is Betsy Sheridan
839 Redstone Boulders OS Signage 6/22/2016 4:00 PM
designed and printed "no camping " signs for Redstone Boulders
839 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 6/22/2016 2:30 PM
Woman on McFarlane Ln wants stop signs on E of A trail at Lane, will contact
839 Jaffee Park Special Event 6/22/2016 1:00 PM
illegal comm use of Park by "train your brain" kids camp, will follow up with permit
839 Jaffee Park Special Event 6/22/2016 1:00 PM
Wilderness Voyageurs in park with permit for bike trip, tent set up
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 6/22/2016 12:00 PM
69 y.o. female bike accident, Ellen Marks went off trail into gravel, arm injury, ambi assist w/ pt transport, returned bikes for pt.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Special Event 6/22/2016 8:00 AM
spoke with AVSC Maria Stuber about skate training on the RGT, NOT for marking or skate cones
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Special Event 6/22/2016 8:00 AM
Facilitated AVSC training in Buttermilk Parking lot for Thursday nite skate training by networking with PW
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Penalty Assessment 6/22/2016 7:00 AM
Came in early to find chronic DOL walkers in driveway section of RGT in Woody Ck CIted Sandy (and Matt) Zuckerman, not very nice. See report, maybe not the last of them
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 6/21/2016 5:00 PM
8:30pm Enjoyed a nice float with Roaring Fork Conservancy on flooded North Star. We floated from South Gate to avoid low bridges and spent time exploring flooded channels. Big thunderstorm blew through during the event. Gorgeous evening to be on the water.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 6/21/2016 4:00 PM
4:00pm Tagged three cars parked in fire lane along Wildwood Lane. I will report vehicle plates to FPO. I spoke with driver of one vehicle, and he was very apologetic - "I am a local. I know. I won't do it again."
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Whitewater 6/21/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Ran shuttle for the ACES naturalists for a Wildwood to South Gate float. The girls had a great time and made a few educational contacts on the water.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Accident/Rescue 6/21/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Responded to a code medical call for a bike crash at Heron Park/"No Problem Joe" Bridge. Older male crashed and suffered head injury. 142, Medic 76, and 121 responded. I got stuck in traffic for 20min... Medic 76 transported patient to AVH medical yellow.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 6/21/2016 11:00 AM
Networked w/disaster coord McDonald w/SO on Stillwater dam signage, undersheriff wants to meet, will followup
839 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 6/21/2016 11:00 AM
Asked GT to get SO on board for holidays at NoStar, esp. W/MIP underage drinking, GT will meet w/Sheriff
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/20/2016 3:30 PM
4:00pm Made many contacts at Stillwater Bridge regarding terrible parking on/in HWY 82. 03 ran plates and threatened to ticket driver of car parked halfway in road. 03 was dismayed by intensity of roadway chaos. I was able to get other vehicles moved from HWY 82. 5:00pm Moved along yet another vehicle parked about halfway into HWY 82 traffic. Pleasant crowd at Stillwater Bridge.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/20/2016 3:30 PM
I met two ACES naturalists who were hard at work attempting to quell the chaos. The naturalists were having little success at the interpretive end of things. I gave them ranger contact info, offered to lend them our boat, and advised them to contact rangers for enforcement issues. The naturalists need to be out on the water to get people engaged in environmental learning. I asked the ACES duo to contact me next time they are on duty to set up a float. Thus far, the four ACES naturalists I have met have been in Aspen for less than two months.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Whitewater 6/20/2016 3:30 PM
4:40pm Observed FPO Kelly wrangling lots of traffic at Wildwood. Kelly caught a carload of mouthy underage drinkers and stomped their beer can in front of them causing it to explode all over the outside of their nice vehicle. Awesome.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 6/20/2016 3:00 PM
3:30pm Assisted 143 & Aspen Parks staff in search for 91yo Male reported lost on Rio Grande or Cemetery trails. Family member later contacted missing man and confirmed he was safe in town.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 6/20/2016 1:00 PM
3:00pm Tagged and move along three vehicles from boat un/loading zone in Stein Park lot.
8135 Open Space & Trails Accident/Rescue 6/20/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Purchased rescue throw ropes and OPAs to add to OST ranger kits.
1558 Stein/Red Butte Park Followed-up on issue 6/20/2016 9:00 AM
Large flatbed trailer is gone from Stein lot. Thank you 835.
1558 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 6/20/2016 7:00 AM
Limbing trimming and lupine removal at entrance to parks dept following a car vs bike accident. Sight lines greatly improved. A reminder to get ahead of visibility issues where vehicles meet our trail system.
8135 Open Space & Trails Parking 6/19/2016 5:30 PM
5:00pm Found owners of second vehicle (white Ford Explorer, CO: 567-XXM) parked on East of Aspen Trail and successfully moved it off the trail after a lecture. Ticketed vehicle remained on trail at that time.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 6/19/2016 3:30 PM
3:30pm Daniel Munger (970-309-5408) lost a red "Dagger Nomad" creek boat in Entrance Exam. Munger was OK after swim. On my advice, Munger notified PCSO of lost boat. Munger stated he would be drinking many "boot beers" for this incident
8135 East of Aspen Trail Penalty Assessment 6/19/2016 2:30 PM
2:55pm Cited Breckenridge Distillery for white Silverado (CO: 517-ZID) parked with half the vehicle on and obstructing East of Aspen trail at MM 43 east of Stillwater Bridge. Vehicle was left on trail for hours and owners were nowhere to be found. $100.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Wildlife 6/19/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm Monitored cold report to Dispatch of large mountain lion in closed area of North Star near Stillwater.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 6/19/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm Dropped off brochures and Pitkin Outside cards for ACES naturalists. Met with FPO Kelly; she is returning the OST cruiser bike. 836, ACES x 2, and FPO will all get a float patrol in today. Wildwood is hopping this afternoon!
836 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 6/19/2016 2:00 PM
Reports of a black poodle on the preserve, accessing from its owners' raft.
836 East of Aspen Trail Accident/Rescue 6/19/2016 1:30 PM
Two SUPers went past the bridge takeout and lost their vessels. They self rescued.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 6/19/2016 1:30 PM
1:30pm Responded to swift water rescue incident between Stillwater and Crystal Lake Lane. 1958, 143, 74, and Aspen Amani responded as well. 12yo Female got ahead of mother on SUP board and went over low-head dam into dangerous whitewater. 1958 set up with a throw bag atop bridge, but subject self-rescued. Parent declined transport for child - chief complaint: pain in legs & effects of immersion. 74 & 1958 recovered SUPs & tube at various points along river. I will look into getting a "dam hazard" sign for Stillwater.
1558 North Star/James H. Smith Called to scene 6/19/2016 1:00 PM
Responded to swiftwater call at Stillwater. Two girls on paddle boards got in over their skill level below the takeout. On was lucky to survive swimming the salvation dam. Came ashore in a yard in the crystal lake neighborhood. Many agencies responded.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Whitewater 6/19/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am Directed boat owner to lost kayak. Gabi later saw owner reunited with kayak dropping Slaughterhouse Falls, once again solo.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/19/2016 11:30 AM
Two E-Bike riders. Gus Oliver (970 309 8310) is very adamant that E Bikes can be driven on any trail in Colorado. See email for details.
1838 Deer Creek Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/19/2016 11:30 AM
Gate was left unlocked and there is a trailer and heavy machinery up in the Deer Creek property. Plates are Govt but no Pitkin County markings.
1838 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/19/2016 11:00 AM
A lot of new orange flagging on the fenceposts and bushes on the Glassier Trail
8135 Public Works Office Whitewater 6/19/2016 10:30 AM
10:00am Spotted a lime green approx. 6' kayak capsized in an eddy below ABO/PW at about RGT Mile 37.5. Informed Dispatch, and they eventually confirmed a kayak fitting this description was lost last night during scary-sounding solo boat ride on Slaughterhouse Falls. 836 & I pondered climbing down into the gorge, but thought better of it when it appeared exceptionally unpleasant. I gave a detailed description of the boat's location to Dispatch, and advised them that early day commercial trips may be calling in the kayak. Dispatch agreed to contact the owner of the lost boat.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/19/2016 8:30 AM
Chalk marks for cross country ski training still on the trail by Pitkin Iron. Should we contact AVSC?
8135 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 6/19/2016 8:00 AM
8:00am Per local media, the second lion from Friday night's mauling was tracked down and killed near Woody Creek.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 6/19/2016 8:00 AM
One "Announce when passing" sign is at Stein Park. JA said to keep an eye out for these.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 6/18/2016 3:30 PM
3:45pm Pink-tagged trailer parked illegally at east end of Stein Park lot (CO: 590-LZG). Posted cycling etiquette outreach sign on sandwich board at Stein Park-RGT.
1558 Herron/Newbury Park Parking issues 6/18/2016 2:30 PM
Responded to parking complaint at Herron park. F&W event trucks were unloading on Neal ave for event. They were working as efficiently as possible and agreed to clear the street ASAP.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/18/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Posted "Trail Flooded" signage at Stillwater Bridge and Stillwater Drive ends of EOA trail.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/18/2016 1:30 PM
3:30pm ACES naturalists only work North Star until about 4:00pm. We will have to float earlier in the day if they want to join. I observed the naturalists ranging from Stillwater to Wildwood preaching the enviro gospel.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 6/18/2016 12:00 PM
12:45pm Observed FPO Wood attempt to contact Erik Skarvan at Wildwood (to discuss his Sundog commercial guiding on USFS land). Skarvan refused to talk with her, rolled up his window, and drove off quickly in a green suburban SUV. USFS Rec. Tech Geoff Godfrey indicated he is interested in investigating Skarvan for possible violations.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Whitewater 6/18/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Cut and dug up strand of old barbed wire from dirt in front of kiosk at Wildwood. Wire popped a rented SUP board.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 6/18/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Covered for FPO Wood at Wildwood, so she could go check on commercial outfitter on Indy Pass. Posted Roothouse sign (and map) on U-post at river access. Turned over gig to two ACES naturalists after making many parking related contacts - some people were nice, others less so. I lent FPO Wood the PW office cruiser bike and a lock.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 6/18/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am Brokendown white Audi has finally been removed from Jaffee Park.
8135 Stein Trail Signage 6/18/2016 11:00 AM
10:45am Inspected location of two "Private Property" signs posted on eastern end of Stein Trail. Signs appear to be posted on Red Butte OS/CE. Notified JA.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/18/2016 10:00 AM
Educational contact: a woman who just crossed into Smuggler Open Space (and who seemed to struggle with English a tad) was unaware that amplified music is not permitted, and was playing music through her phone.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 6/18/2016 10:00 AM
Allegedly, there is moose poop on Iowa shaft. Keep your eyes peeled.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 6/18/2016 9:00 AM
10:30am Revisited scene of 6/15/16 whitewater accident with 838. Cleaned up small amount of medical micro-trash. Debriefed accident and response. Stored PFDs in 108 in case of further river calls.
836 East of Aspen Trail Trails 6/18/2016 9:00 AM
East of Aspen Trail flooded just below Pedestrian Bridge
836 East of Aspen Trail Trails 6/18/2016 9:00 AM
Paragliding LZ flooded such that it was an island. The paragliders were landing on the preserve near the beach access instead.
8135 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 6/18/2016 8:00 AM
Per Pitkin Alert: a 5-year-old boy was mauled by a mtn. lion last night at 2000 hours at a residence near Mile Marker 5.0 on Lower River Rd. (not far from middle Rio Grande Trail). FPO Mandrick responded and killed lion. PCSO & CPW are searching for second lion in area today. Patient is in fair condition at Denver hospital.
8135 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 6/18/2016 8:00 AM
Contractors will be repairing EOA boardwalk 6/21-6/24 and 6/27-7/1. Boardwalk will be fully open during weekends. Contractors will usher trail users through work site during week.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 6/18/2016 8:00 AM
OST Rangers: per request from JA, let's notify City Rangers before responding to non-urgent calls on City OS to avoid double coverage - e.g. "Aspen, 835 in the area; would City Rangers like me to respond?" This protocol will not be necessary on co-owned properties like Smuggler or North Star, and it is only intended to improve clear communication and efficiency. (We are still one team).
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 6/18/2016 8:00 AM
Mild flooding under Cemetery Bridge
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/17/2016 1:30 PM
Installed 2 "No Parking" signs at Wildwood. Located between the "10 Minute Loading" signs.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Maintenance 6/17/2016 1:30 PM
Removed the bike rack (cross) pole from Ranch Gate. Two wooden uprights still present.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Maintenance 6/17/2016 1:30 PM
Need to remove bike rack from Ped Bridge. (Bikes were locked up when 836 and I went by). When will new bike rack be installed? Wise to remove rack during F&W weekend? Removed metal sheet blocking culvert at Ped Bridge.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Resource Damage 6/17/2016 11:00 AM
Social trail leading to private property at approx 37.4 Rio Grande. Recently brushed. Grubbing tools were used to cut tread into hillside. Bueno o no bueno?
8136 Open Space & Trails Signage 6/17/2016 10:00 AM
Retrieved "Announce when passing" sign from ABC Trail (city of aspen had "borrowed")
8136 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 6/17/2016 10:00 AM
Picked up OST hats from Janet's office.
836 Jaffee Park Parking 6/17/2016 10:00 AM
A trailer was parked without a vehicle on the opposite side of parking spots. May be worth a check that it wasn't there overnight.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 6/17/2016 9:00 AM
There appears to be a cross country ski workout routine chalked onto the trail from Pitkin Iron down valley for about 200 yards. Workout goes onto intersecting roads. See email.
839 Open Space & Trails Parking 6/17/2016 8:00 AM
Audi at Jaffee Park to be removed by 0900 Saturday (see email)
839 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/16/2016 2:00 PM
NS float trip with RFC and 13 guests. Parking lot and takeout very busy all the way to 7:30 p.m.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Resource Damage 6/16/2016 1:30 PM
Badly eroded social trail on Smugg reclaimed by R and B, hopes for OST reclamation in Fall
839 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 6/16/2016 12:00 PM
Possible deck encroachment from Williams Way 201
8136 Owl Creek Trail Trails 6/16/2016 12:00 PM
Checked recent flooding location on Owl Creek Trail (near driveways). No signs of flooding.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/16/2016 11:00 AM
River up, acceesses flooded, 300 cfs released at 2:00
839 Jaffee Park Accident/Rescue 6/16/2016 10:00 AM
dispatch report of fem cyclist with broken wrist on RGT mmm 36.5, Dep 75 responded and transported pt., 1959 responded, transported 2 bicycles
839 Jaffee Park Parking 6/16/2016 10:00 AM
Dep 76 contacted RO of"Abandon " car Audi in lot given 24 hrs to remove
1838 Jaffee Park Parking 6/15/2016 4:00 PM
Audi ZG-CLUB still in Jaffe, tagged and noted that SO has been notified
839 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/15/2016 2:00 PM
wildwood lot very busy, plenty of violations, lots of outreach and enforcement
839 Stein Property Accident/Rescue 6/15/2016 11:00 AM
whitewater fatality on RF river below Stein Bridge, see report
1838 Stein Trail Signage 6/15/2016 9:45 AM
Checked signage on Burlingame trail and Stein trail to see if adequate
1838 Jaffee Park Parking 6/15/2016 9:15 AM
White Audi CO ZG-CLUB still parked at Jaffe. 839 will call SO.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 6/14/2016 5:00 PM
5:00pm Accepted citation payment from Bates (cited for dog off-leash while partying in North Star Preserve habitat closure).
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Called to scene 6/14/2016 4:30 PM
Tagged a slackline in Newbury Park that has been kept up multiple times unattended according to Jeremy Graham from the Red Brick. All slacklines must be dismantled after use.
836 Aspen Mass Trail Signage 6/14/2016 4:30 PM
Gran Fondo sign still at the trail entrance from the intercept lot
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/14/2016 3:30 PM
4:30pm Scouted new high-and-dry location for river wildlife camera in JHS Heron Closure. Also confirmed current heron habitat closure signage is correct and features no date range for the, now permanent, closure. Part of JHS nature trail is underwater. OST Maintenance is out inspecting flood damage to EOA near JHS gate. "Shaw" with CO Mosquito Control is surveying bugs on property.
8135 Open Space & Trails Signage 6/14/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm Removed trail flooded signage from Owl Creek Trail - pavement is bone dry and water in adjacent field has receded. We should still keep an eye on this section for future hazards.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 6/14/2016 2:00 PM
Two bikes parked unlocked near the boardwalk section of the lower trail. I tagged them and asked the bikes to be removed within 48 hours.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 6/14/2016 2:00 PM
A Courtney McEleney lost her Capital One Card card on the lower trail. If you see it, give her a call: 949-412-4068
8135 Open Space & Trails Training 6/14/2016 9:00 AM
12:00pm Attended all ranger staff training with Aspen Hope Center on suicide prevention.
839 Open Space & Trails Training 6/14/2016 8:00 AM
HOPE and lockdown and OST Hx training
839 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 6/13/2016 5:00 PM
Front Derailleur on Ryan's mariachi failed, repaired at aloha on warranty
839 Glassier Open Space Signage 6/13/2016 2:30 PM
installed no moto sign on western boundary gate and installed lock on road
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Followed-up on issue 6/12/2016 5:30 PM
Worked on James H. Smith ditch line to alleviate some flooding on OS. Diverted some flow, but need to return with a bigger shovel and boots.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Called to scene 6/12/2016 2:45 PM
Responded to Mill &Main st to a patient with a bee sting who had a history of severe reaction. Patient showed little sign of reaction.
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Called to scene 6/12/2016 2:45 PM
Spoke with Andy from APD who expressed interest in taking a look at N. Olsons belongings if we come across them again. They suspect he may be behind some vandalism, sliced tires, in the west end.
8135 Hummingbird Lode Open Space Dog Offense 6/12/2016 2:00 PM
3:00pm Patrolled Hummingbird Traverse - the trail is riding great, if a bit loose and sandy - and responded to multiple reports of lost big b&w Aussie (the dog, "Riley," ran from owner on Smuggler during thunderstorm). I turned around when I encountered lightening and heard 10 was on the call... I biked up and over Smug, but UTL.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 6/12/2016 12:00 PM
no parking zone CO QUJ-305 Jeep renegade tagged
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 6/12/2016 11:30 AM
2:00pm Reported dangerous traffic situation at McClain Flats Rd. where cyclists were riding 2-5 abreast causing motorists to drive into opposing traffic. CSP responded to marshal. I then monitored dangerous scene at Stein Park with 838 where cyclists descending road mixed with trail user and boater traffic.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Special Event 6/12/2016 10:30 AM
11:30am BHS was a chaotic scene, but marshaling and signage seem adequate. Literally hundreds and hundreds of people at BHS-RGT trailhead.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/12/2016 10:00 AM
Monitored / Marshaled along with 835 at Stein Park and Cemetery Lane. No RTR marshals or signs and quite an unsafe situation.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 6/12/2016 10:00 AM
No motorized access sign down (ripped out?) near the top of Emilee Benedict Park).
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Special Event 6/12/2016 9:45 AM
Ride the Rockies failed to marshall very important safety risk location on west Lazy Glen OS; I marshaled then rode to Emma, many dangerous encounters of failure to yield
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 6/12/2016 9:30 AM
Improvised trail markings on several turns (arrows made of sticks, etc.)
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/12/2016 9:00 AM
Improve signage from ranch gate to south gate. There are no signs indicating that it is a restricted area.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Special Event 6/12/2016 8:30 AM
10:30am Monitored Ride the Rockies. No marshal present at post on blind curve in RGT west of Lazy Glen OS. I served as marshal until marshal arrived at 1030.
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 6/11/2016 4:30 PM
4:30pm Monitored call regarding report of man fitting N. Olson's general description "yelling obscenities" at a woman on the bike path near Marolt Museum. 126 responded, and he too assumed it was likely Olson. UTL.
836 Aspen Mass Trail Trails 6/11/2016 4:00 PM
Many wooden stakes left on side of trail.
836 Aspen Mass Trail Trails 6/11/2016 4:00 PM
Gran Afonso sign still up
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Penalty Assessment 6/11/2016 4:00 PM
Lexi McNutt DOL 5th contact, 2nd citation. Penalty assessment $500. See report.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Closed Area 6/11/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Witnessed dirt biker trespass on closed Hunter Creek Toll Rd (USFS) - white bike, black shirt, and white moto pads. 76 & 57 responded and then turned over to USFS 2220. Officers left when dirt bike did not return. 2220 issued several warnings for illegal parking at uppermost trailhead. 2220 asked me to keep an eye out and offered to write a ticket after the fact, if possible.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Closed Area 6/11/2016 1:30 PM
2:40pm Ate lunch with 838 at uppermost Hunter Creek lot, and contacted Zack Starensier as he descended closed Hunter Creek Toll Rd on his dirt bike. Starensier gave contact info, but claimed not to have his Driver's License with him. Starensier is a local Aspen kid. Starensier stated that he had seen the "Road Closed" sign, but assumed it would be okay to drive around the gate when he saw bicyclists on the other side... I wrote a report and sent it to USFS LEO Mandrick.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Dog Offense 6/11/2016 1:30 PM
3:00pm Observed dogs wandering from McCloskey residence - an Airedale and brown poodle. Shooed the dogs repeatedly back to their side of the fence.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 6/11/2016 12:30 PM
1:00pm Patrolled HC-cutoff for vehicle trespass. I heard dirt bikes, but it seems they stayed on the road after all.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Resource Damage 6/11/2016 11:30 AM
Sheet metal left on the side of trail just upstream of Arciero.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 6/11/2016 11:30 AM
replaced trail etiquette sign at Basalt High School
1838 Glassier Open Space Signage 6/11/2016 11:00 AM
Updated signage (no moto, no dogs) at entrance to Glassier trail on new gate.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 6/11/2016 11:00 AM
Presence/outreach at the RFMBA kids bike event at Buttermilk parking lot. Much appreciated by Mike and event personnel.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 6/11/2016 11:00 AM
Spoke with Tyler, RP from the dog at large incident on Sky MP two weeks ago. He informed me that a group on Facebook were able to find the offenders Strava upload from that day and identify the individual and public shame him (to an extent).
1838 Dart Conservation Easement Resource Damage 6/11/2016 10:30 AM
Removed empty trail camera enclosure from side trail at Wheatley Parking Lot
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Closed Area 6/11/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Outreached family of dirt bikers on road and reminded them of Moto regs. They seemed very receptive. Counted total of 7 dirt bikers and 2 4x4 vehicles on road.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 6/11/2016 10:00 AM
11:30am Spoke at length with 74 (who consulted 12, 76 and 03) regarding non-street legal ATVs on Smuggler Mtn Rd. PCSO opinion stands as non-street legal ATVs are OK on Smuggler. 74 also asked about Olson, and he was pleased to know Olson has vacated largest camp on private land atop Shadow Mtn.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 6/11/2016 10:00 AM
12:00pm Written Warning: Kristen R. Andrea and Jonathan W. Sanders of Steamboat Springs for camping/parking alongside Smuggler Mtn Rd immediately below summit of Smuggler. Campers were very polite, arrived late last night, and thought they were parked over the USFS boundary. I referred them to Pitkin Outside & legal camping areas, and made sure they left a clean site.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/11/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Posted "Angle Parking" signs at South Gate lot.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Maintenance 6/11/2016 9:00 AM
9:30am Cut and removed downed tree from Airline Trail with 837 ahead of TKMB Day event.
8136 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 6/10/2016 5:30 PM
Need a list from each ranger of tubes/bike repair necessities for Gabi to order.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/10/2016 3:00 PM
Wildwood "10 min loading zone". No vehicle owner present. 1) Acura MDX CO 652-UWD 2) Honda Ridgeline CO 420-SBI
839 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/10/2016 12:30 PM
Sojourner interview with LU.
839 East of Aspen Trail Vandalism 6/10/2016 11:00 AM
Unloading sign pulled out thrown in grass, suspect vehicle 862-GVU
839 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 6/10/2016 8:15 AM
All NS access pays. Lightly flooded
839 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/10/2016 8:15 AM
First orientation for ACEs Naturalists x 16
839 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 6/10/2016 8:00 AM
Met with Smass Wildcat medic Andy Fisher , medics will bike patrol Smass side of Sky MP with med packs as their time allows. Will meet this week.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Special Event 6/10/2016 7:30 AM
Designated Marshall location for RTR
8136 East of Aspen Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/09/2016 4:30 PM
Father with youngster riding a small battery powered toy dirt bike. Educated father about OPDMD limitations and verbal warning.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 6/09/2016 2:00 PM
Woman from "out of town" started to walk aimlessly onto the preserve near the observation deck while staring at cell phone. Verbal warning and education about the reserve and awareness of signage/surroundings.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/09/2016 2:00 PM
Five cars parked in the "No Parking Fire Zone" at Wildwood.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 6/09/2016 2:00 PM
Nick Johnson with DOL at observation deck. Verbal warning.
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 6/09/2016 1:30 PM
Active shooter drill at PW
8136 Owl Creek Trail Signage 6/09/2016 10:00 AM
Two "Trail Damage Ahead" signs on either side of flooding on trail from overflowing ditch. About 0.1 miles NW of the recent algae problem. Above S-turn.
8136 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 6/09/2016 8:00 AM
New bike rack on 108.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 6/08/2016 8:30 PM
vehicle on trail is AFD scouting for swift water rescue drill on Thursday night.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 6/08/2016 4:00 PM
First RFC Northstar float with 10 guests
839 Owl Creek Trail Dog Offense 6/08/2016 11:00 AM
contacted tall blonde woman with 2 old white husky type DOLs, she immediately started screaming and yelling at me. See report.
839 Sky Mountain Park Meeting/Planning 6/08/2016 8:30 AM
Met with TOSV chief Olson, Lt Hively, Tina and Starr , walked to TOSV/OST boundary, discussed cross empowerment.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Parking 6/07/2016 4:30 PM
4:45pm Contacted Jim Wells of County Paving at Wildwood Lane. Trailer was moved as requested. Jim was a southern gentleman.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Resource Damage 6/07/2016 4:30 PM
5:00pm Reported Warren Creek overflowing and crossing HWY 82. Approx. 1" deep in west lane and much deeper on shoulder. PCSO 03 responded to scene and contacted CDOT. Creek is raging; nearby property manager has video of a tree floating downstream. Redirected overflowing water off EOA Trail and back into ditch with 836.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Counters 6/07/2016 4:00 PM
4:30pm Fixed counter for last time and finished harvesting last of the counters for June.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 6/07/2016 2:00 PM
Deputy Debski reports rumor of N Olson living on Little Cloud again. I reported this to BL. Debski will follow up on Saturday.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Whitewater 6/07/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Left my business card with note and Pitkin Outside card at the Difficult Campground Host's RV. Host reportedly recommended floaters to run river from Difficult; the party encountered swift water and strainers, and lost SUP board. I requested they direct floaters to Wildwood or South Gate.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 6/07/2016 1:30 PM
2:30pm Contacted Jim Wells with County Paving, owner of tagged trailer (AZ: 32860-C) parked illegally at entrance to Wildwood Lane and obstructing EOA trail. Jesse is working on driveway at Wildwood School; he said he would move trailer by 5:15pm. I talked him into removing trailer by 4:00pm, and agreed to hold ticket until then.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 6/07/2016 1:00 PM
1:00pm Left voicemail for Christine Benedetti [sic?] who reported sound of gunshots in area of Sky MP yesterday. I requested she call me back.
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 6/07/2016 12:00 PM
Added "trail might be flooded" signs to hunter creek trail at both ends of Boardwalk area
1558 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Double w/other officer 6/07/2016 10:30 AM
Camp check of the Mills OS river front. All clear.
1838 Dart Conservation Easement Patrol/Outreach 6/07/2016 9:15 AM
Found the empty trail camera enclosure by Wheatley parking. Need to come back with bolt cutters to cut lock and free from tree.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Counters 6/06/2016 4:00 PM
5:00pm TRAFx Dock is broken yet again...
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 6/06/2016 2:30 PM
3:30pm Returned recovered camera from JHS to Janet. North Star was gloriously quiet.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Mutual Aid 6/06/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm Observed N. Olson walking on the white line into oncoming westbound traffic on HWY 82 near ABC. 03 responded to reports of man walking and talking to himself in traffic; I called 03 on AJAX to notify him that the man was Olson. A man fitting Olson's description was later reported walking in traffic in the roundabout; he almost got hit by a car. 110 & 126 stopped and lectured Olson. No outstanding warrants. Passed along info on Olson's new camp to 110, who has been keeping an eye on Marolt Bridge.
8135 Glassier Open Space Trails 6/06/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Harvested Glassier-Crown counter. Met with Bill at base of crown access; Bill needs mini-excavator to set gate, which will be installed near the bottom of the two-track and allow room for vehicles to turnaround without entering Alec's field.
8135 Nancy's Path Trails 6/06/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm Met Jenny Parker while visiting Nancy's Path - very nice woman. Closed Nancy's Path cow gate, as Lucy is done moving cattle to the Crown.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 6/06/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Verbal Warning: Ladd Taylor for DOL on RGT at Dart. Playing fetch with dog and unaware of reg. Polite, young guy from Old Snowmass. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 6/06/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Checked on Swearingen rail car - it looks much better and there is nothing impeding trail corridor.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Wildlife 6/06/2016 11:30 AM
11:45am Took report from Jimmy with Airport Ops of newborn elk calf in pinch fence on Airport OS near airstrip. Mother is nearby and calf seems safe. DOW has been notified by Airport.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 6/06/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Tagged blue Subaru Outback parked illegally at base of Brush Creek Trail with three dogs in cages set in shade beside car. Contacted owner and moved along car & dogs before 48 responded.
8135 Wildwood Lane (USFS) Parking 6/06/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Chatted with FPO Wood - she is requesting a printed log/observation sheet and an outreach sign for Wildwood instructing people to shuttle from South Gate when lot is full. Wood thinks directing people to Difficult is a bad idea. USFS tickets have arrived, so the FPO can now ticket
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Penalty Assessment 6/05/2016 5:30 PM
5:30pm Citation: Richard "Ricky" Bates for dog in habitat closure. Bates and 8-10 people landed SUP boards on "Sacred Side" of river across from JHS. Bates' had dog off-leash running around shore. Group covered prominently posted closure sign with wet t-shirt. Conveniently, group was very cooperative and apologetic (thanks, likely, to a legal recreational substance...).
1838 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/05/2016 3:45 PM
some of the boardwalk section of the hunter creek trail is underwater now with high water levels
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Whitewater 6/05/2016 2:30 PM
4:00pm Took report from Jen Balmes (#303-906-6869) of lost blue & white Shaboomee SUP board, cooler, and phone in drybox. Balmes and friends were persuaded by campground host to float Roaring Fork from Difficult. River was full of strainers and had some rapids. Chaos ensued. Balmes fell, lost board, and had to hitchhike to Stillwater. Balmes stated she was not wearing PFD. I told her I was glad she was OK, and advised her to make report with PCSO if board doesn't float down to bridge.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Whitewater 6/05/2016 2:30 PM
5:30pm Gave 838 intro to river patrol. Made several educational contacts regarding parking, shuttling, and dog regs. Documented illegal parking to pass along to FPO Wood. Outreached river users upstream of GBH rookery. Everyone seemed quite happy and willing to adapt to new shuttling system at Wildwood.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/05/2016 1:30 PM
2:30pm Improved closure signage in meadow between North Lot and Stillwater Bridge.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 6/05/2016 1:30 PM
836 contacted Karen Brooks and dog, Jaya, who was off leash. Karen indicated that Jaya was a service dog and didn't need to be off leash, but could be put on leash if needed. 836 asked her to do so, if she would. No prior contacts; verbal warning.
1838 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/05/2016 1:15 PM
Contacted Rebecca Wallace with DOL on Basalt/Mass trail. Very cooperative. Gave verbal warning.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 6/05/2016 11:30 AM
At 1310, 836 contacted Elli Sias from Bike for Life in a bus for that company. Asked if they were running a special event. Elli said she was only shuttling two people. 836 took her contact info and will request follow up.
1838 Glassier Open Space Signage 6/05/2016 10:15 AM
Removed closed signs and added signage (no dogs, no hunting, no moto) at two points on Glassier access points up the trail.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 6/05/2016 10:00 AM
1:30pm Did a thorough sweep of historic squatter sites on City land in mostly County jurisdiction with 838 & 959 on Little Cloud/Shadow Mtn, Marolt, Maroon Wetlands, and Red Butte OS. Cleaned up old N. Olson camp trash on Little Cloud OS. Only found evidence of one active camp - we discovered yet another Olson camp beneath Marolt Bridge. Camp contained court papers for Javier Sampson (another transient guy?) and a red Alien laptop, which I thought might be stolen. I reported items to 110, who passed it along to 10. 10 met me, indicated he was not interested in seeing items, and tagged camp with PCSO note threatening to arrest Olson if he returned. 838, 958, and I had two brief encounters with Olson on S. 7th Street; Olson appeared angry, muttered insults at us, and gave off a solidly creepy vibe. Not a nice guy.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 6/05/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Called in red Jeep Cherokee (Kayla P. Harrison) parked for three nights in Jaffee Park lot. 67 contacted RO and informed her vehicle would be towed within 72 hrs if not removed.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Bicycle Action 6/05/2016 8:30 AM
9:30am Contacted "Karen" on silver pedal-assist E-MTB on Rio Grande Trail at Grange Way intersection. Karen is using OPDMD due to back problems and was very polite. I gave her my contact info after she complained of bad dog encounters on trail while biking and XC skiing, in case she wanted to report future enforcement issues.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Whitewater 6/04/2016 2:30 PM
6:00pm Introduced 838 to joys of duckying North Star. Relatively quiet out there. FPO Wood is taking names and laying down the law at Wildwood.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 6/04/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm Upper RGT is open again.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/04/2016 1:00 PM
Denise Loch (970-920-2970) called for JA reporting a sign in river near uppermost HC Valley bridge. Forest service informed us it was thrown in there by someone during the HCV prescribed burn. I attempted but was unsuccessful. The sign is well into the center of the river caught in the brush. I do not believe it is possible until the water recedes.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Issued verbal warning 6/04/2016 12:30 PM
Contacted Justin McDuffie on a bike with 1 dog off-leash on the Rio Grande Trail near Slaughterhouse Falls. Cooperative, if not a bit complacent.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 6/04/2016 11:30 AM
12:30pm Made several educational contacts about trails system, maps, and dog regulation questions - referred all to Pitkin Outside.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Maintenance 6/04/2016 9:00 AM
New restoration signs up at observation deck
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 6/04/2016 9:00 AM
11:00am Improved habitat restoration signage at Smug Obs. Deck with 836.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 6/04/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Fixed TRAFx dock (again) and briefed 836 on counter ops.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 6/04/2016 8:30 AM
9:15am Dog off leash at the private road entrance gate East of the Jaffee Park/Rio Grande trail connection. Charlotte Marolt. Labradoodle. Verbal warning.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 6/04/2016 8:30 AM
Overnight parking at Jaffee Park. Jeepo Cherokee. CO 351-QGN. Pink Tagged at 10:15 am with information to contact OST if there is a mechanical issue with the vehicle preventing removal.
1838 Jaffee Park Illegal Camping 6/03/2016 5:30 PM
Noticed that beat up red Jeep Cherokee is still parked in Jaffe Park parking lot (has been for 2 days now). CO License Plate 351-QGN. Looked for squatter camp but found no evidence.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 6/03/2016 3:30 PM
Was contacted by Michael the train car property manager. He is still very unhappy with the RFTA meeting regarding where the Rio begins and ends out front of the train cars. He is also still very strange.
1838 Sky Mountain Park Signage 6/03/2016 1:30 PM
Added ditchline trail (drew in) to map on viewline kiosk. Markered over incorrect "you are here" markings
1838 Sky Mountain Park Signage 6/03/2016 1:30 PM
added "manmade" to sign at top of deadline trail
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Resource Damage 6/03/2016 10:00 AM
Social trail found near observation deck
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 6/03/2016 9:30 AM
"Property Closed, Management Plan" sign up at the East edge of Lazy Glen property at the dirt trail parallel to Rio. Does this sign need to come down now that there has been a management plan put in place?
8136 Nancy's Path Closed Area 6/03/2016 8:30 AM
Unlocked/opened the gate at Nancy's Path for ranchers to access Open Space.
8135 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 6/02/2016 5:00 PM
5:30pm Washed 108. Let's keep er' clean when we can.
1838 Owl Creek Trail Signage 6/02/2016 2:45 PM
removed lower "trail may be wet" signs from lower section of trail. Enhanced signs at upper section where repair was done.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Signage 6/02/2016 2:00 PM
3:00pm Posted "No Hunting/Camping/Moto" (No Fun!) signs at Hidden Valley Cemetery local's trail.
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 6/02/2016 2:00 PM
Orientation for Elk Mtn NS
8135 Owl Creek Trail Signage 6/02/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Removed lower "trail flooded" signs from OC Trail (section now dry after ditching), and bolstered warning signage on remaining wet section.
839 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 6/02/2016 12:30 PM
Gabi is sworn in
1838 Moore Open Space Patrol/Outreach 6/02/2016 11:15 AM
Saw staff of Ajax Adventure Camp doing staff training on bicycle skills at the ABC. They requested an informal intro to sky mountain park so I briefed them on trail regs, etiquette and wildlife
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Bicycle Action 6/02/2016 9:00 AM
9:30am Pink-tagged junky bike locked up for multiple nights at west end of Stein Park lot - almost definitely belongs to a whitewater guiding company. Last year, guides would run safety with bikes (which is fine). I left note requesting they remove bike nightly. Aspen Whitewater stated bike was not theirs; most guides were out reached regarding issue in 2015.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 6/02/2016 9:00 AM
10:30am Upper RGT above Stein Park is closed for the day - construction crew is putting final touches on pavement job.
8135 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 6/02/2016 8:00 AM
7:30am Watched the Emma Osprey fly over HWY 82 with a snake in its talons! I turned on the Osprey-Cam when I got to the office, but only caught a glimpse of it eating.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 6/02/2016 8:00 AM
Pitkin Alert: "If you’re headed for the Sky Mountain Park trails this weekend, keep in mind the Ragnar Trail race begins Friday morning and concludes Saturday evening. Teams of runners will be on portions of Highline and Lowline trails, Upper North Mesa equestrian trail and Rim Trail North. Other trails at Sky Mountain Park will not be affected."
839 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/01/2016 4:30 PM
First float of the season on No Star. many contacts, 2 groups found walking on the preserve show gaps in our signage along E of A
1838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/01/2016 4:30 PM
Put in at Wildwood and floated Northstar to the takeout. Encountered 3 separate parties on the 82 side of the river. Outreached and educated them about staying on designated trails in the preserve.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 6/01/2016 3:00 PM
Orientation for Shaboomee and Ajax Adventure Camp on No star
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Meeting/Planning 6/01/2016 3:00 PM
5:00pm Met with and oriented newly permitted SUP guides to regs. and wonders of North Star Preserve along with 839 & 838. They seemed to be fairly receptive. Also met new FPO, Kelly Wood. See updated Commercial & Special Use Permits sheet for a full list of permitted guide companies.
8135 Open Space & Trails Whitewater 6/01/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Prepped the mighty Ranger Ducky for the raging whitewater of North Star Preserve... once we get a new pump, we will be good to go!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 6/01/2016 12:00 PM
2:00pm Rode freshly-paved Upper RGT - it came out nicely and ahead of schedule.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Vandalism 6/01/2016 12:00 PM
2:00pm Checked every historic squatter site from the old Aspen Library & Mills St. Bridge down to Stein Bridge. I did not find any camps or any evidence of the vandalized Theater Aspen tent (a large 9' x 15' piece was sliced up and removed yesterday).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 6/01/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Watched a young black bear (same one we saw at Stein Bridge?) drinking from Red Butte side of Roaring Fork River and foraging for grubs...
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 6/01/2016 9:00 AM
11:00am Walked Sky MP TOSV-OST boundary at Viewline Trail with 838 & 839.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/31/2016 3:00 PM
4:00pm Met 243 at Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd. to discuss improved regs signage, COSA training, and outstanding closure enforcement issues. Posted "No Dogs" sign on old local's trail from turnaround into Sky MP. 243 & 243 have identified three of the photographed trespassers from last winter's closure.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/31/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Assisted Angela Henderson of RFTA in contacting Michael Buysee, property manager for Swearingen's railroad car (the westernmost of the two cars) at Gerbaz Way & RGT. Buysee was previously contacted for leaving vehicle and garbage in trail. Buysee is storing three vehicles on site and has produced large piles of trash. Buysee was difficult and argumentative, but not impolite during our conversation. Buysee repeatedly argued with Angela and I about the width of the RFTA & OST corridors. Angela drove home the fact that RFTA is the sole owner of the property, and I clarified OST will enforce to prevent trail hazards or infringement. Buysee state that he learned a lot from our conversation, and he agreed to remove trash & vehicle from trail within the day. See report for more info.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Whitewater 5/31/2016 1:00 PM
1:00pm Checked Wingo Boat Launch and found algae slick and water on lower ramp due to clogged ditch/culvert. Sent work order to Ted.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 5/31/2016 1:00 PM
1:25pm Pink-tagged trailer (CO: P-58389) belonging to Jack Barker stored in Gerbaz Way fisherman lot. Requested he remove it as soon as possible.
1838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/31/2016 11:00 AM
Contacted by Grete Vhrin on RGT near Stevens Road and she said there is a dirt biker riding that portion of the trail. She described the rider as having a shaved/bald head, and "not short"
1838 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 5/31/2016 10:00 AM
2 Dogs OL running around Rio Grande Trail and Jaffe Park. No owners in sight. They ran back to Stevens Lane. Were at large for about an hour. Saw a woman collect them in a Gray Volvo SUV and drive off plate CO 483TDF and parked in yellow house on Stevens Lane.Contacted 48 and she is following up.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 5/31/2016 9:00 AM
Railroad car issues
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/30/2016 4:30 PM
Removed three "No Overnight Parking" signs from the trees at Wildwood. Re-installed the signs on 30 holers in same parking area.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 5/30/2016 3:30 PM
Installed two "Restoration Area Please Stay Out" signs at the top and bottom of a social trail cutting of the second switchback above the parking area.
839 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 5/30/2016 2:00 PM
Sky MP very busy, First aide to 8 y.o.male with his dad. Knee and elbow abraisions, lac
839 Deer Creek Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/30/2016 1:30 PM
no signage on lower Deer Ck river access, it is open but not advertised.
839 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 5/30/2016 1:00 PM
AWRafting trips going out. Other guides fishing with our permits and personal kayaker use. Outhouses a little yukky and littered. I cleaned em.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Penalty Assessment 5/30/2016 12:30 PM
Verbal Warning, dog off leash, Heather Morrow.
8136 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/30/2016 12:00 PM
Oriented two "Pedestrian Congested Area" signs. One West of pedestrian bridge. The other West of James H Smith gate.
8136 Castle Creek Trail Signage 5/30/2016 11:30 AM
Installed "Day Use Parking Only" at the Congo trailhead.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 5/30/2016 11:30 AM
Complaint about RR cars and vehicles on trail
8136 Sky Mountain Park Signage 5/30/2016 9:30 AM
Installed map to kiosk at the corner of Viewline-Ditchline-Highline. Map has an incorrect "you are here" circle on it. Covered the false information with black tape.
839 Open Space & Trails Bicycle Action 5/30/2016 8:00 AM
Cycle maintenance 101
839 Sky Mountain Park Trails 5/29/2016 4:30 PM
Need to install Voss Metal maps on Sky kiosks. Bike training with Sam.
839 Owl Creek Trail Parking 5/29/2016 3:30 PM
cars with bike racks parking near VRany Curve on Owl Rd to access Sky Mtn Park. I perceive a future problem we should head off
839 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 5/29/2016 2:30 PM
DOL with two bike riders on Airline reported to Dispatch by other riders. I contacted a party with bikes and dog in BMilk Parking lot but w/o enough PC
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 5/29/2016 1:30 PM
Tom Payne riding up Smugg with 2 choc labs. Missed the poop and was w/o bags and was cited by 839
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 5/29/2016 1:30 PM
I contacted 2 young 15 and 17 y.o male dirt bike riders on Smugg Road on unliscensed not street legal dirt bikes. I turned them around per SO ruling on County Roads, I also spoke to them about the dirt bike trespasses onto OST land on Smugg this spring.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Parking 5/29/2016 12:30 PM
Colorado QSO-934 Jeep Renegade parked at the entrance of Old Snowmass Cemetery Rd. with mt bike rack on vehicle. I pink tagged and referred day parking to the Rodeo or intercept lot for Sky MP users.
8136 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 5/29/2016 12:30 PM
RP Tyler contacted a man and woman with a black lab dog off leash at the base of Sky MP at the Cozyline Trailhead. He inquired if they were aware that there were no dogs permitted in Sky MP. They were rude and insisted they did not care and were going up anyway. Tyler contacted them again on the corner of Cozyline and Skyline clarifying that he wasn't trying to be rude and apologizing if that is how it was perceived and just wanted to make sure they understood the rules. They responded "fuck you". He then said he was contacting a Ranger. I responded but was unable to locate them before they left the area.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 5/29/2016 11:30 AM
Spoke at length with Michael Buysse who is property manager for RR car(s) at Gerbaz about parking too close to/on trail. This man is very difficult and strange.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/28/2016 3:30 PM
Met the property manager of the downstream boxcar. A black suburban stuck into the trail with cones around the encroaching area. He would like to be contacted regarding the call, who reported, what time, what car, where the county's easement is exactly, and other concerns. He also pointed out a broken bollard, which I removed. He placed a cone where it had been to prevent car travel on the trail. I told him I'd prefer the cone was removed because it wasn't the county's and I felt it was a liability that did not prevent car traffic. He disagreed. I removed the cone.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 5/28/2016 3:00 PM
At 1530 hours, at the request of 839, I responded to a call stating that a car had been parked near the box cars on the Rio Grande Trail near Gerbaz Way. I found a large white van parked at the down-valley boxcar. The van's bumper barely hung into the trail. I left a pink tag asking the owner to avoid letting any parked vehicle encroach onto the trail, and left my card in the boxcar's door. Van's license plate: Colorado, BUYS.
839 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 5/28/2016 8:00 AM
installed load/unload signs at Wildwood put in and Bridge take out. Orientation with FPO Wood. Meeting with FS LEO Mandrick.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 5/27/2016 12:30 PM
Be appraised that the Co Mosquito Control crew is out on the Sacred Side of No Star , they have white trucks and wear turqouise color shirts
839 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 5/27/2016 11:00 AM
Training with Aspen Kayak and SUP
839 Coke Ovens Park - Redstone Closed Area 5/27/2016 6:30 AM
opened Coal Ck OS for Munk to move his stuff, will close on Saturday Eve
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Signage 5/26/2016 4:00 PM
Installed mountain lion information sign at the observation deck kiosk on smuggler mt rd.
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 5/26/2016 3:30 PM
Re-drove in 30 holer post that had fallen at Holland Hills.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 5/26/2016 12:00 PM
set 2 slow children signs at wingo area
8136 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 5/26/2016 11:30 AM
Installed 2 "slow children at play" signs east of wingo pedestrian bridge.
1559 Campus/Moore Properties Everything great 5/26/2016 8:30 AM
Bike Rodeo with 2nd and 3rd grade cyclists. Great event!!
8135 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 5/25/2016 4:00 PM
4:20pm Called back Ron Steer, USFS volunteer & Smuggler hiker, regarding concerns about wellbeing of lion on upper Smug. Steer has observed lion tracks along BTS trail and is concerned an adult and young lion are getting close to Obs Deck; he requested we post lion awareness signage. I agreed to have a ranger post a lion sign near deck and at trailhead.
1559 Rio Grande Skateboard Park Cyclist contact 5/25/2016 3:00 PM
Biker in Skatepark
8135 Owl Creek Trail Maintenance 5/25/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm Bill's ditching along Owl Creek Trail seems to have allowed the pavement to dry out; however, we should leave the signage until we are sure they are not needed.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 5/25/2016 1:30 PM
Responded to a cyclist report than the Rio Grande Trail closures were insufficient. Upon inspection, both ends appear to be doing the closure job fine.
1559 Marolt Open Space Called to scene 5/25/2016 12:45 PM
Responded to report from parks staff of Ducati motorcycle on trail, color red, crossing Marolt Bridge. UTL, although Dave Radeck contacted the gentleman and educated him in trail rules.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 5/25/2016 12:00 PM
2:30pm Biked up Radar Rd following two cyclists on the closed route, but was unable to contact them. I did find a MTBer curious about elk in Park, and made a solid EE contact.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 5/25/2016 12:00 PM
ACC has signed their race route for tonight. The trails are riding well, but getting a little loose in dusty areas.
1838 Owl Creek Trail Signage 5/25/2016 10:00 AM
did inventory check and full repack of hardware case on the truck :)
8135 Owl Creek Trail Maintenance 5/25/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Signed two sections of flooded trail on Owl Creek trail. Bill's crew is out ditching nearby field to stop flooding. Trail is slick and silty, but drying fast. Rangers: check back later this week to see if signs are still necessary.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 5/25/2016 9:15 AM
Checked on the east end of Marolt Bridge to find new belongings/ trash of Nick Olson's. Will remove with 958
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 5/25/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Took call from Mrs. Moore who needed to know ASAP if she could get up to the Maroon Bells. I informed her gate was open and referred her to USFS Carbondale for future questions.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Accident/Rescue 5/24/2016 12:30 PM
12:30pm Responded from Wingo to Smuggler for 42yo F patient with broken ankle 1/2 mile above Obs. Deck. 73, Medic 94, Medic 901 responded and transported patient down to trailhead. I interviewed patient's husband and ascertained bike accident was not caused by unusual hazard, just biking up a steep slope "below the second landing" on Smuggler. The patient fell while clipped into her pedals and possibly fractured her ankle + lower leg.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Wildlife 5/24/2016 9:30 AM
9:30am Responded to report of injured Mtn. Lion on or near RGT above Wingo Bridge. 836 & I found a seemingly lethargic lion on an apparent food cache (wild turkey?) approx. 6' off trail. Kept large groups of curious neighbors and cyclists away from lion, and made at least 20 solid environmental education contacts. We also spotted two juvenile great horned owls in a tree nearby - ridiculous wildlife viewing day. Turned over call to DWM Tesch at 12:30pm. Sadly, Tesch informed me later that day that the lion would be euthanized. Tesch said there was "something not right" with the lion, as it did not move when he approached within 3 feet to tranquilize it. Samples from the body will be sent to a lab for disease analysis.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 5/23/2016 11:00 AM
12:40pm Upper RGT is closed for paving through 5/26 (and then again 5/31-6/2).
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 5/23/2016 8:30 AM
9:30am Watered willows at South Gate.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 5/22/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm Removed cable camera lock from tree on lower Cozyline trail.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Bicycle Action 5/22/2016 1:00 PM
3:00pm Took report from Paul Wade of a collision with an aggressive cyclist near the top of Cozyline Trail at approx. 1:20pm. Reportedly Wade was biking downhill when an uphill cyclist struck Wade in the forearm with his handlebar, causing Wade to fall off the trail. Wade stated the cyclist continued uphill, struck Wade's wife in the hand in the same manner, and did not stop when Wade yelled at him. I photographed a bruise on Wade's left forearm; I did not see any injuries to Wade's wife's arms or hand. 838 & I drove the perimeter of the Park and contacted a man, Matt Donnelly, who fit Wade's vague description of the uphill cyclist. Donnelly confirmed that he had encountered and "made contact" with a downhill cyclist on Cozyline Trail. A convoluted story followed; it seemed both parties were at fault for failing to yield. I issued Donnelly a Written Warning for Failure to Yield, lectured him about trail etiquette & the litigious nature of Aspen, and recorded his contact info. I later spoke with Wade and reviewed safe bike etiquette. Wade was very pleased that we were able to contact Donnelly, and indicated he did not wish to press criminal charges. See report.
1838 Glassier Open Space Signage 5/22/2016 12:30 PM
Looked for signs on Glassier trail - found almost none. Emailed Ted to let him know the situation.
8135 Glassier Open Space Signage 5/22/2016 11:30 AM
12:50pm Hiked to BLM-OST boundary on both branches of Glassier-Crown trail - signed was insufficient for downhill-traveling trail users accessing Glassier from the Crown with no posted regs. Contact and Ted & John. Observed ATV tracks and heard dirt bike nearby during hike.
8135 Glassier Open Space Mutual Aid 5/22/2016 11:30 AM
1:00pm Listened to report of a dog at large on Smuggler; 837 was in area and I assigned him to pick up call for PCSO 12.
1838 Open Space & Trails Counters 5/22/2016 8:00 AM
uploaded all counter data
8135 Brush Creek Trail Bicycle Action 5/21/2016 5:00 PM
5:30pm Rode Ditchline > Brush Creek with 838, the trail is riding quite well and Brush Creek Trail pavement is swept clean.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 5/21/2016 3:00 PM
3:00pm Took a call from Tom Stom (970-927-3252) of Lazy Glen who wanted "instant" info on the "scuttlebutt around the office" about the date of the Lazy Gleb bridge construction. Tom stated he was a "retired old guy" who wanted to be a "supervisor out there" so he could tell people they're "doing it all wrong." Tom also asked me if I liked people or black bears more - I agreed with him that bears cause fewer problems. I referred him to Janet and Lindsey for bridge info.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Bicycle Action 5/21/2016 3:00 PM
5:00pm Rode Viewline > Deadline with 837 & 838 (Ryan nailed it on his second tour in Sky MP... not bad). Trails are dry and riding well with some elk track bumps.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 5/21/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Verbal Warning: Chantelle Stryker for DOL (gray Weimaraner?) on Hunter Creek Trail below Benedict Bridge. Stryker stated she has lived here a long time and does not read signs anymore. I explained importance of reading signage and referred her to Pitkin Outside. First warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/21/2016 12:00 PM
2:00pm Ran into Marykate from HR and her daughter, Hannah, hiking HC trail. Hannah posed for photos with the Rangers.
8136 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 5/21/2016 12:00 PM
1:06pm Aspen tree falls across Hunter Creek Trail. Closest to Mccloskey residence private road/bridge. Blocking the Hunter Creek Trail and partially blocking roadway.
8136 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 5/21/2016 10:30 AM
Grey Honda Element CO QSO-775 Parked on the side of Smuggler Mt Rd near the Tootsie Roll Trail crossing. 11:42am. Pink Tagged: Please remove vehicle to avoid $100 fine.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 5/21/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Minimal impact from Ride for the Pass event on North Star Preserve, just overflow parking at North lot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 5/21/2016 8:30 AM
9:30am Removed remaining warning signage from Mueller landscaping of Stein Bridge.
839 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 5/20/2016 2:30 PM
rode PW > Cozy > Airline> PW very good
839 Castle Creek Trail Illegal Camping 5/20/2016 1:00 PM
discovered reported camp at mm 3 Castle ck rd
839 Nancy's Path Trails 5/19/2016 5:30 PM
closed cow gate
839 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 5/19/2016 11:00 AM
Tour de Mascotte with BL, no camps but other minor encroachments
839 Open Space & Trails Trails 5/18/2016 4:00 PM
Opened Tarr Tr at Avalanche Creek
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 5/18/2016 2:00 PM
Jacy Allen cited DOL in 0-tolerance zone
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 5/18/2016 9:00 AM
One last warning to Jim Morris for dog lagging behind him. Next action is $500 ticket and mandatory leading for Morris
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 5/17/2016 5:00 PM
5:30pm Janet counted about a dozen violations of the winter habitat closure on the Ditchline and Viewline wildlife cameras - hikers and one biker. Rangers: Check out the photos and see if you recognize them.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 5/17/2016 4:00 PM
5:00pm It looks like Blazing Adventures is running Slaughterhouse Falls in duckies... new guide hazing ritual?
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 5/17/2016 2:00 PM
3:00pm Removed outdated Rx fire signage from HC and Smuggler.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Resource Damage 5/17/2016 12:00 PM
2:00pm Documented resource damage on summit of Smuggler Mtn from dirt bikers. A fence was broken and the dirt bikers drive into BTS trail, Bushwacker Mine area, & 10th Mtn trail. Fence will need to be replaced.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 5/17/2016 9:00 AM
11:30am Rode Cozyline and much of Skyline trails - cleared downed branches and retrieved one of Janet's seasonal cameras (UTL on the other one). Greeted at least a half dozen cyclists on the trails. Jeff & OST Maintenance cut and removed all downed trees from lower Airline Trail this morning.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 5/16/2016 11:00 AM
1:00pm Opened Sky MP, Seven Star Ranch OS, and Brush Creek (to dogs) with 838 & 839. Removed Cozy Line camera. Rangers: Watch for debris on trail - many downed trees on lower Airline Trail!
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 5/16/2016 11:00 AM
1:00pm Found and returned a lost concealed weapon/LEO ID card to Snowmass Police.
8135 Nancy's Path Trails 5/15/2016 5:00 PM
6:00pm Open Nancy's Path gate for Rory & Lucy's cattle.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 5/15/2016 4:00 PM
5:00pm Opened Glassier Ranch OS/Crown Access for summer season; we posted new signage to help clarify regs, but signage for downhill riders accessing from BLM Crown (and highly publicized, new Buckthorn connector) is patchy to non-existent. We posted a "No Dogs" sign at the fence line with the counter & wildlife camera.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 5/15/2016 1:00 PM
1:00pm Contacted two groups of hikers with DOL on TOSV's Highline Trail. I informed hikers of Sky MP closure and dog regs. Observed some evidence of recent bike trespass on Viewline Trail. One more day and we can ride the Park!
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Patrol/Outreach 5/15/2016 11:00 AM
1:00am Made outreach contacts in HC meadow and along HC trail regarding fire and hazards.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Fire 5/15/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Inspected results of Rx burn on Hummingbird Trail. There are many smoldering snags and downed trees on the lower section of the trail. Until the USFS cuts the hazard trees, the public should stay out or at least keep their eyes on the trees. 837 & I helped the USFS post warning signs about snags in HC valley.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/15/2016 9:00 AM
10:00am Cut and removed large downed tree from HC Extension with 837.
8135 Open Space & Trails Fire 5/15/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Sent out photos from yesterday's Rx burn - check your inbox. OST Rangers are also now working a 4 day-10 hour schedule.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Maintenance 5/14/2016 4:00 PM
5:00pm Spoke with Manuel of Cozy Point Ranch at the base of Brush Creek Trail - he is working on irrigation system (I did not expect to see him in a Jeep on the weekend. Ranch crew will be around a lot during the week).
8136 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Parking 5/14/2016 3:00 PM
Smuggler Mountain Rd. 0.1 miles above the large bolder blockade. Beige Toyota Van in No Parking zone. CO 778-QGO. Marked the vehicle stating it must be moved to avoid $100 fine.
8135 Hunter Creek Valley (USFS) Fire 5/14/2016 10:00 AM
4:00pm USFS-OST-ACES-et al. Rx burn was successful. Area of the Plunge, Hunter Creek Toll Rd., and Hummingbird Traverse burned with varying intensity. 835 shuttled media to and from site. 835 & 837 patrolled burn boundary and made many educational contacts. 837 did outreach around heli-base @ Smuggler Mine. WRNF LEO 2220 and others did a great job of keeping public out and conducting a safe burn. 2220 is a big MTBer and wants the "grand tour" of OST singletrack. Mop up and snag removal is scheduled for tomorrow.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/14/2016 9:00 AM
10:00am Staged Ranger truck at Sky MP to dissuade MTBers from trespassing on our closure while we are busy on the Rx fire...
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 5/13/2016 9:00 AM
9:15am Spoke with 76 on AJAX regarding MTBers passing Shale Bluffs potentially en route to trespass on Sky MP. Turns out 76 just saw crew of biking rangers. Reviewed closure dates with PCSO. Great to have deputies watching out for us!
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 5/13/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Fixed wonky TRAFx dock and Dart counter. I will put them to back work post-Rx fire.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 5/12/2016 1:30 PM
Mark Dahlstrom brain cancer rehab neighbor (ticketed in January for DOL) with dol at intersection w/SO side Dr, had electronic collar, asked for leniency for his dog (See report)
839 Emma Trail Trails 5/12/2016 11:00 AM
oriented on emma trail, and associated links, osprey and flora New Rangers introduced to SO director Burchetta
839 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Trails 5/12/2016 9:30 AM
reclaimed bandit trail
839 Open Space & Trails Trails 5/11/2016 8:00 AM
Training in scenarios w/Longacre; DV Loop orientation.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 5/10/2016 11:00 AM
11:00am Spoke with an irritated man in town whose wife was recently warned for DOL on the RIo Grande Trail. The man repeatedly stated his wife was carrying a full dog waste bag, which he felt should excuse her violation of the leash law. The man also repeatedly stated rangers have it all "backwards" in terms of enforcement and "it's (enforcement or trail problems) is all about the poop." The man maintained that "nobody is out on the Rio," despite my referencing high summer trail counts.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 5/10/2016 11:00 AM
12:00pm Verbal Warning: Preston Leydecker for DOL ("Oliver" golden) on lower HC. Walked him back to leash station and referred to Pitkin Outside for trail regs info. First warning.
839 Open Space & Trails Trails 5/09/2016 2:00 PM
Spoke with iron rose foreman who assured me Noel is on Ag duty when driving on the trail
839 Stein Trail Trails 5/09/2016 1:00 PM
Down tree 14" spruce 100' from SANPLANT gate, 2 signs stashed at bridge need to be put back on abutment
8135 Crystal Trail Trails 5/09/2016 12:30 PM
12:45pm Contacted Noel Ramirez who was driving an orange UTV on the Crystal Trail at approx. Mile 65.5 in GarCo. Ramirez had a loaded shotgun visible in the cab. Ramirez stated he had not contacted OST about driving on the trail, and he indicated he was not working on fence lines adjacent to the trail. Ramirez works for Iron Rose Ranch (John Bailey's ranch?). I informed Ramirez that he could not drive on the trail and instructed him to contact John Armstrong - Ramirez complied and left trail.
8135 Coke Ovens Park - Redstone Patrol/Outreach 5/09/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Observed hiker with leashed (Bernese) dog leaving upper Schumacher lot. As far as I know, OST only owns the main Coke Ovens OS lot and the back lot remains private until a sale can be worked out. No sign of trespass at Coke Ovens OS homestead.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/08/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Took call from Trey Robinson. Robinson apologized for trespassing in Sky MP on 5/6/16 and explained his actions: Robinson was just home from college and went looking for a place to hunt for sheds. Robinson stated he saw closure signs on 7 Star Ranch and drove up Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd. when he saw closure signs had evidently been removed (Robinson told me he had noticed and respected closure signs posted near the road during the winter). Robinson hiked up from the turnaround towards Viewline Trail, but "bushwhacked" and never used a trail and or passed any signage. I lectured him about elk habitat, Snowmass-area habitat closure dates (Tom Blake, Sky MP, N. Rim, etc.), and referred him to Pitkin Outside & the CPW website for more info. Robinson was very receptive and interested in protecting natural resources. Considering sign situation, I took his ID info and issued a Written Warning.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Signage 5/08/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm TOSV has posted four closure signs along Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd. (three on road and one on path that climbs from the turnaround).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 5/08/2016 12:00 PM
2:00pm Checked Stein Park, Stein Bridge, SH Falls, and Duffy's Wiggles historic squatter sites - all clear.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/08/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Cut and removed several downed trees (one was quite large) from upper Hunter Creek Trail with 836.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Closed Area 5/08/2016 8:00 AM
8:00am Patrolled Lazy Glen OS after seeing large white pickup parked by house (this is the second time I've seen this vehicle). The house was clear, but unlocked per Bill's orders.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 5/07/2016 3:30 PM
3:30pm Called Trey Robinson of Snowmass (Sky MP trespasser) - left voicemail. I will try back tomorrow.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/07/2016 1:30 PM
3:00pm Encountered several downed trees - one quite sizable. I will come back tomorrow with a saw.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 5/07/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Monitored call regarding dog bite on Sunnyside Trail (CN: #9410). Contacted 76 and requested he notify OST if bite took place on our section of the trail. Most likely the bite occurred on USFS property.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/07/2016 9:00 AM
10:00am Met 242 at Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd turnaround. Posted additional closure signage on road and discussed 5/6/16 trespass on closure (Trey Robertson entered park at unsigned turnaround and hiked into closed OST in the area of Skyline Trail).
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 5/07/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Updated paperwork on Hoch (Mile High House Productions) citation. Janet accepted and deposited payment on 5/6/16.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/06/2016 2:30 PM
4:00pm Discovered Jeep Cherokee (CO: 505-PNW) parked in turnaround at end of Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd. Informed 242 and she ran the plates - the vehicle is associated with Snowmass residents who were previously caught trespassing on the N. Rim Trail closure with a dog. 836, 837, and I patrolled the area near the vehicle and generally staked it out. UTL. 242 offered to check area later today and leave a voicemail for RO with questions about their hike. 242 and I planned to post better closure signage at turnaround.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 5/06/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Watered NSP willows - accidentally beat ACES to the punch. No sign of Erik's "Trash Crush" event.
8135 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 5/06/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Fixed last bike rack for 108 and bought replacement straps.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 5/06/2016 9:00 AM
10:00am Removed management planning closure signs from Lazy Glen OS - the mgmt. plan has been approved and the property is now open.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Resource Damage 5/06/2016 9:00 AM
Spray painted "volcano" on Middle RGT Driveways section.
1558 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Campsite found/evicted 5/05/2016 3:00 PM
Tagged some camp-like belongings under a big spruce on the edge of the artificial turf.
839 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 5/05/2016 10:00 AM
new rangers oriented on everything from Shady Ln to Smuggler 3 rd trash can, all routes to Smugg, Lani White, Centennial, Hunter Ck X, East Hopkins bikeway, Snyder Park, east of aspen No Star and Preserve SubD to Observation Deck back to Ute Ave.
839 Stein Trail Dog Offense 5/04/2016 4:30 PM
numerous good contacts on Stein; warning to Moe Owen and steven Vidamour for DOL, super nice men and dogs
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/04/2016 3:30 PM
cartegraph sign on
839 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 5/04/2016 9:00 AM
orient sam on airport OS/ intercept lot squat areas
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Closed Area 5/03/2016 1:30 PM
3:30pm Checked out Bionaz Gulch with Paul and John. Quite the cool little box canyon!
1558 Rio Grande Park Dog waste kudos 5/03/2016 12:00 PM
Chatted with the noon group of dog owners at Rio Grand Park. Good folks, lets hope they use leashes getting to and from.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/03/2016 9:30 AM
11:30am Patrolled closed Viewline and Cozyline with Janet. Harvested wildlife/trail camera photos. Between three posted cameras, only one trespass (on 12/1 - the first day of the seasonal closure) was documented. Winter compliance looks good, but... the next 12 days left before the closure ends are looking sunny and the trails are drying. Keep an eye out for trespasses.
839 Gold Butte Open Space Vandalism 5/03/2016 9:00 AM
graffiti and trail damage meeting
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 5/03/2016 8:30 AM
9:30am The Dart counter and the TRAFx harvester dock are out of commission for the time being.
8135 Airport Ranch Parking 5/01/2016 2:30 PM
3:30pm Cleaned up Airport Ranch OS trailhead.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 5/01/2016 12:30 PM
1:30pm Verbal warning: Liz Lewis for dog out of V&S control ("Dash" - black & white mix). Very polite and now educated on rules.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/01/2016 11:30 AM
12:30pm Patrolled Jack Rabbit Ridge road, after tagging vehicle illegally parked at gate. Documented some horse, dog, and ATV tracks on Jack Rabbit Ridge road - unsure if the tracks enter OST proper from private land.
8135 Deer Creek Open Space Patrol/Outreach 5/01/2016 10:00 AM
10:45am Got into a long chat with Marty Schlumberger about fishing easement and Deer Creek OS. Marty wants access to Deer Creek OS for ditch maintenance purposes - I referred him to Bill G. Marty also pointed out a mattress next to HWY 82 that may be on an OST fishing easement; he complained that "Dale Will has been sleeping over there a lot lately" and is hoping to have it moved...
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Signage 5/01/2016 9:00 AM
10:00am Removed dog closure signage from the Dart section of the Rio Grande Trail. The smaller "No Dogs" symbol signs were nowhere to be found - stolen? Removed earlier?
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Closed Area 5/01/2016 8:00 AM
8:30am Patrolled Lazy Glen OS after spotting a silver Audi parked next to the Nordic barn and a white pickup parked by the homestead. Contacted "Heidi" and "Dan" leaving closed Lazy Glen OS in a silver Audi station wagon (CO: ZP-9787). The couple had at least 4-5 dogs in their car. I contacted and warned Heidi on 2/28/16 for parking on the closed property. On that occasion, Heidi was argumentative but she agreed to use Arciero TH in the future. Today, Heidi at first told me, "We were at the neighbors," but admitted to parking in the closure when I said I saw her vehicle parked behind the barn. I informed Heidi that I had recorded her license plate and that this was her last warning to stay out of the closure. I asked her again to "oblige us by parking at Arciero TH." My experiences with Heidi have not been very pleasant, and I anticipate problems down the road with her for rangers.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Closed Area 5/01/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Checked Lazy Glen house with 837 and locked open doors (subsequently opened one door for Melissa from PW, as she had permission from Bill G. to salvage materials from property).
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 4/30/2016 2:00 PM
3:30pm Removed last of trash from large squatter site below HWY82 at Shale Bluffs. The lightbars kept us much safer than our trash run last year at the same spot.
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/28/2016 3:00 PM
Got new old radios and charger
839 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Resource Damage 4/28/2016 8:30 AM
Explored bandit trails along power line
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 4/25/2016 9:00 AM
10:30am Cited Tom Hoch (DBA Mile High House Productions) for violation Special Use Agreement, filming along Roaring Fork River, and generally taking over Stein Park without City permit. Lectured about working with City in the future and following permit. Hoch was very polite, apologetic, and hopeful for a better performance on future shoots in PitCo.
8135 Gold Butte Open Space Special Event 4/24/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Monitored Mile High House Productions photo shoot at Gold Butte (and all over). Film crew had taken up much of Stein Park and set up film set with generator near river just downstream of park. I worked with director (Tom Hoch) to minimize crew footprint - moved vehicles to pullouts along McClain Flats and into seasonal boat loading zone. I had crew take down banquet table set out in park. Reviewed safety precautions with crew for working along crag. Spoke with 958 - MHH Productions does not have City permit. It seems like they clearly violated the terms of the permit.
8135 Emma Homestead Resource Damage 4/24/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Investigated broken window at Emma Store. No one inside. Removed broken piece of plexiglas and secured another loose widow pane. Notified Bill.
8135 Glassier Open Space Fire 4/24/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Checked Glassier Ranch-Emma Farms OS for fire damage. (Two permitted ditch burns got out of control in the area of Hooks Spur on 4/22 and required firefighter assistance. The first fire was controlled quickly; the second required firefighters to cut down trees that caught fire). Aleck definitely burned the ditch nearest his driveway very recently. There are burn marks outside ditch in grass and along fence line near driveway. Several burned areas are on OS. It looks like the fire ran a bit, but it does not appear habitat was significantly damaged. Notified Gary & Paul.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Closed Area 4/24/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Opened Grace-Shehi Bike Park. Cleaned up BHS trailhead.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 4/24/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Many CDOT-orange trash bags are piled at Emma Schoolhouse - likely from the Emma Caucus road cleanup. PitCo will need to pick up the trash.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 4/24/2016 8:30 AM
9:30am Fixed dog closure sign at N. River Rd for second time this week - someone keeps turning sign away from trail.
8135 Gold Butte Open Space Special Event 4/23/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Checked Gold Butte for photo shoot. Only observed Aspen Alpine Guide clients getting rained on at eastern crag.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/23/2016 12:30 PM
2:00pm Deep, sloppy, post-hole snow on 10th Mtn Trail down to Benedict Bridge.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Dog Offense 4/23/2016 10:30 AM
10:30am Verbal Warning: Heather MacDonald for DOL on EOA Trail near JHS gate. Polite and cooperative, she just left her driveway with dog and had previous warning in 2011. Heather leashed dog when she saw rangers. Lectured and referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 4/23/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Spoke with man with very nice camera and tripod at Stillwater Bridge - he was filming for a college film class. Watered willows at South Gate. Showed 837 around properties.
839 Dart Conservation Easement Trails 4/20/2016 2:00 PM
Re routed 2 short fishing access trails to river on Dart Rt 82 side
839 Aspen Valley Ranch/Red Canyon Trail Trails 4/19/2016 1:30 PM
met with the ranch mgr for Aspen Valley Ranch, Jason. He gave us tour of new trail built to accommodate that access
839 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 4/19/2016 12:00 PM
planted dozens of willows at So. Gate
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/17/2016 1:30 PM
1:30pm Heavy, wet snow has done a number on the trees atop Smuggler, downed one tree across HC Cut-off, and taken out our 10th Mtn Trail kiosk. Notified Bill G. The USFS Rx burn area looks like it has 8" of fresh wet pow covering it.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 4/17/2016 12:00 PM
12:45pm Educational contact with woman who's young shepherd-border mix (black with white chest, "Laddie") jumped and attempted to play-bite me. I lectured owner about hikers' personal space and warned about litigious nature of other trail users. Dog owner was polite and very apologetic. She immediately leashed the dog.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Mutual Aid 4/17/2016 11:30 AM
11:45am I got flagged down by a runner, "Jeff," on East of Aspen Trail. Just minutes before, while running down HWY 82, two off-leash German shepherds reportedly ran out and aggressively corned him. I referred him to Re Re Baker/PCSO, as it occurred outside OST. I checked area described by runner, and it seems dogs likely came from 44255 HWY 82 - I did not see any dogs. Baker was not on duty, but the runner said he would call Dispatch with report.
8135 Stein Trail Dog Offense 4/17/2016 10:30 AM
10:30am Continue to observe near zero compliance on Stein Trail.
8135 Stein Trail Wildlife 4/17/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Watched a red fox with something in its mouth (a bird maybe?) run down McClain Flats Rd near Stein Park.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/17/2016 9:00 AM
9:30am Mueller is still at work on landscaping ABC-side of the Stein Bridge. The trail approach on the north-side Is still rubbly. RGT looks good considering the vehicle traffic. Wet weather sent rocks down from Gold Butte crags onto RGT (one 2' x 3' x 1' in size - perhaps Mueller can move it). Two new strainers are also obstructing half of the river channel below Slaughterhouse Falls. Not huge, but a potential hazard come boating season.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 4/16/2016 1:30 PM
1:45pm Spotted from across the river a couple walking a DOL on the RGT near Jaffee Liason Trail. Unable to contact when I made it over to the other side - ditto for yesterday near WC. Mid RGT has mediocre compliance. Jaffee "gray area" does not help.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Maintenance 4/16/2016 1:30 PM
2:15pm RFC has finished repairs to Kester Ditch on lower bench of Lazy Glen OS - the area is muddy and will need to be seeded.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 4/16/2016 9:00 AM
10:30am Cut and removed downed tree from Duffy's Wiggles, drug off many branches. The wet snow knocked out power to neighborhood near the trail.
8135 Deer Creek Open Space Closed Area 4/15/2016 1:30 PM
1:40pm Encountered a man on an ATV near the Deer Creek OS property line. Called to Paul to clarify the property line - it was unclear on the PitCo Maps & More app. ATV and man were on neighboring private property. I walked the area to familiarize myself with public-private boundaries. The USFS-owned gulch is super cool, holds a lot of water, and looks like amazing elk & lion habitat. It appears our neighbor has been keeping a trail/ATV path brushed out for many years.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Wildlife 4/15/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Ran into Paul Holsinger at Glassier Ranch OS. Some ditch work is in progress. Paul saw no sign of trespass, apart from local goofballs that were traversing Maroon Bells-quality red rock cliff above Alec's house earlier this week.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 4/15/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm We should open BHS bike park once wet weather has passed. Snow is gone.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Wildlife 4/15/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Noticed a large herd of elk and group of mule deer in Dart OS. Also spotted a wild Ted O'Brien hiking up Wheatley Gulch (he called first to let me know).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 4/15/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am Jaffee Park was hopping with fishermen. Parking lot was almost full despite bad weather - no obvious commercial guides.
8135 Administration Penalty Assessment 4/15/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Deposited citation payment from L. Jackson.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 4/15/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Received an odd voicemail from a woman with open-ended questions about local hay bales for a wedding. Unclear from the message what info she was looking for or who she was trying to contact. Forwarded to our good ol' Ag Czar, Paul H.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/15/2016 8:30 AM
10:00am Braved the depths of the G-Drive and organized the Ranger Folder. It should now be easier for the new rangers to navigate.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 4/15/2016 8:00 AM
8:30am Received citation payment from L. Jackson - as always beware snail mail often gets lost at Public Works... Rangers should just check the mailbox on their own rather than rely on receptionist. I will attempt to track down other mail that has gone MIA.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/14/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Hunter, Smug, and RGT are surprisingly quiet today despite the pleasant weather. Restocked leashes at HC meadow. Got into some fun post holing action on HC trail - still too early for tennis shoes.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Closed Area 4/14/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Posted closure sign at Lazy Glen OS. Inspected damage to Basalt-Mass Trail with Nordic - it seems very likely it was caused by a groomer. Documented bandit trail that access Basalt-Mass Trail at top of hill above RGT junction and travels atop cliff band on BLM land. Trail is primitive and appears to follow old existing utility road bench.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 4/14/2016 10:00 AM
10:10am Called in motorist assist in Jaffee Park after getting flagged down - Deputy 79 jumped disabled truck. We need jumper cables for Tacoma.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 4/14/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Made follow up call to L. Jackson regarding overdue citation payment - left voicemail.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/14/2016 8:00 AM
9:30am Next week will be very busy. New OST rangers start training 4/18. USFS Rx burn in HC Valley is tentatively planned for mid to late next week.
839 Deer Creek Open Space Closed Area 4/13/2016 5:30 PM
Mr Griggers floods Marty Schlumberger ! (no foul !)
839 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Trails 4/13/2016 3:00 PM
All things point to Nordic groomer gouging the asphalt on BMAss !!
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/13/2016 1:00 PM
BOCC Stamps Ride Rockies
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/13/2016 11:00 AM
839 Filoha Meadows Open Space Illegal Camping 4/13/2016 10:30 AM
deputy response to Penny Hot spgs( no report from 67)
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 4/12/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Reset all iPads for new rangers. Received 4 retuned VHF radios from Comms. for 836, 837, and 838.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Wildlife 4/12/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Took a ride with Wildlife Officer Tesch up Smuggler Mtn. Showed him the local trails & OS. Tesch is new to Aspen and was taken aback when he got the cold shoulder from Smugglerites.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 4/12/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Verbal Warning: Lori Gurtman for Bernese out of V&S control. I made it clear to Gurtman that this is her last warning for V&S control. Perhaps I was too nice... At least she had bags and a leash.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 4/12/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am Educational contact with man getting dog out of jeep to play fetch at Stillwater Bridge. Explained leash regs and pointed out small beach where the Preserve neighborhood allows dogs to reach the water.
8135 Jaffee Park Whitewater 4/12/2016 9:00 AM
11:00am Met with commercial whitewater guides to discuss upcoming season.
839 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Trails 4/12/2016 12:00 AM
routine patrol and trail damage found
8135 Mills OSP Closed Area 4/11/2016 3:00 PM
3:30pm Patrolled Mills gorge and rim - all OK.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Counters 4/11/2016 1:30 PM
2:30pm Sky MP counters redux: fixed dock and finished collecting data & refreshing batteries. Still no obvious sign of trespass, although lower Viewline is enticingly snow free. Still much snow elsewhere.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 4/11/2016 12:30 PM
12:40pm Encountered Ranger Joyner at the uppermost HC lot - he's doing well and putting his jeep to good use. He was happy to see we still had the Baja... WRNF Wild Fire Management are also in the HC Valley, likely surveying for the upcoming Rx burn. It looks like much of the lower slopes are dry, but the upper forests are still snow-covered.
839 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 4/11/2016 11:30 AM
removed cold camp
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 4/11/2016 10:30 AM
11:25am Verbal Warning: Peter Bennett for small brown dog way out of V&S control, i.e perfect coyote bait. Educated owner about coyote dangers and returned dog to be leashed.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 4/11/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Tagged van has been removed from South Gate lot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 4/11/2016 8:30 AM
9:30am Removed rocks from upper RGT. From Jaffee to Stein Park, there are only two small unavoidable patches of snow. Posted warning signage for Stein Bridge work at Stein Park, Stein Bridge, and Jaffee Liaison Trail. (Mueller will be landscaping RGT-side of bridge). Only encountered leashed dogs along the way.
839 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 4/10/2016 2:00 PM
During patrol citizen reported cold camp. Harvested 10 lacrosse balls
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 4/09/2016 2:30 PM
3:30pm Reset and rearmed wildlife camera on Cozyline Trail. When I hiked out, I spotted DOW officer Tesch checking out my truck from Brush Creek Rd. It's great to know we have a new, additional set of eyes on Sky MP.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Counters 4/09/2016 1:30 PM
2:30pm Hiked in to harvest Deadline counter only to find out TRAFx dock is not working. Some footprints evident on Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd, but unclear if any go above last set of graves. The deep slush and mud would make for miserable, mucky hiking on Deadline, Ditchline, and likely any other shaded trail.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 4/09/2016 12:30 PM
1:00pm Thunder/hailstorm put a damper on the Smuggler lunch hour rush.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 4/09/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Pink-tagged silver van (CO: 037-TQA) at South Gate - it has been parked there for 24hrs. It is evident someone is living in it. This is the second or third time rangers have tagged the vehicle at North Star in 2016.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 4/09/2016 8:30 AM
8:45am Stein Park lot was filled to capacity before 9:00am even with the forecast for thunderstorms. Business is picking up fast.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 4/09/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Verbal Warning: Tracy Straus of NYC for small tan DOL on RGT above Stein Park. Just before I spoke with Straus, another hiker (a repeat-OST customer and now leashed-dog walker-convert) informed her of the leash law. Progress.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 4/09/2016 8:30 AM
10:20am Verbal Warning: Bill Stevenson for older y. lab DOL on RGT at Duffy's Wiggles. First warning. Referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 4/08/2016 3:00 PM
3:30pm Uploaded counter data. Uploaded photos from Cozyline wildlife camera - we caught a few photos of curious elk and a few of rangers fiddling with the camera... No trespassers photographed from 12/28/15-2/13/16. Pretty great compliance. Deadline & Viewline counters appear not to have been harvested and may need new batteries.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 4/08/2016 1:30 PM
2:30pm Cut and prepped willow sprouts for South Gate living arch project. They will be stored in the lock-up for now and will require watering.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 4/08/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Keep an eye on the silver van (CO: 037-TQA) potentially camped out at South Gate. I've tagged this van before at the Obs Deck lot.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 4/08/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Educational contact with two urbanites at Beach pullout (new black sedan, MN: 567-TXX) who were about to launch a drone. I informed them of the motor ban on OS, FAA issue regarding proximity to airport, and referred them to Pitkin Outside. I also had to convince them that, "Yes, Indy Pass is indeed closed," and, "No, you most definitely did not arrive in Aspen via that route." They put the drone away and took a hike down to the beach with their cameras instead.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 4/08/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am All quiet in BHS-RGT zero tolerance area. No sign of trespass on Glassier-Crown access. Seasonal closure signage and rope still in place. It looks like yearly ditch maintenance was accomplished without damaging our fence. Gate at homestead was left open. Checked homestead and closed gate.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Counters 4/08/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Harvested last of the TRAFx counters. Arbaney-Kittle is looking nice. Restocked dog bags.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 4/08/2016 9:00 AM
9:00am Encountered 76 (in uniform) walking Rowdy off-leash on Jaffee River Trail. Nice...
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 4/08/2016 9:00 AM
9:40am Verbal Warning: Gordon Keating for old lab off-leash on RGT near Lazy Glen OS. Very nice guy, but he told me that one day his "number will come up" in terms of getting ticketed. I reminded him of nearby BHS zero tolerance area, gave him a leash, and referred him to Pitkin Outside for trail regs.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 4/08/2016 8:00 AM
8:30am Chatted with Paul Holsinger regarding unannounced ditch work out at Lazy Glen OS - Paul will follow up with RFC ditch company. He'll refer them to me if they only speak español.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 4/07/2016 3:30 PM
CPW antler shed hunting ban ended 3/15... shed hunting is now open during daylight hours (and into later hours after 5/15). Keep an eye on Sky MP and other closures for shed hunters.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Closed Area 4/07/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm Checked Deer Creek OS and locked gate that was left open. Broke into Lazy Glen OS homestead (someone accidentally locked from inside) and relocked deadbolt.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 4/07/2016 2:00 PM
3:00pm Many bikers and fisherpeople out on OS. It's feeling like summer.
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/07/2016 2:00 PM
Met with CPW Kurtis
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/07/2016 8:00 AM
Retreat
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 4/06/2016 2:00 PM
3:00pm Chatted with Ted O'Brien (who has joined the dark side... and left TOSV for OST) about the new trails to be built on Glassier-Crown and Seven Star Ranch-North Rim. The trails sound like they will be pretty cool!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 4/06/2016 12:30 PM
1:30pm Fielded questions from hikers and directed group towards Slaughterhouse Falls. Checked historic squatter sites along upper RGT below Stein Park - all empty. Noticed several fly fishermen out on the water.
839 Elk Park Resource Damage 4/06/2016 9:30 AM
Elk park settling pond dry
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Fire 4/06/2016 9:00 AM
10:00am Checked out effects of prescribed burn above Filoha Meadows OS - despite dramatic photo on front page of Aspen Times, it is hard to tell which area is burned. The hillside is still quite green.
839 Coke Ovens Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/06/2016 8:00 AM
Met w/Gary Nelson about "defensible space " around his property on coal ck
839 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 4/05/2016 2:30 PM
Searched iron bridge area for heron nests
839 Open Space & Trails Trails 4/05/2016 1:30 PM
Rgt RFC , RGT EMMA, EMMA TR
839 Stein Trail Maintenance 4/05/2016 12:30 PM
Reconnoiter RGT approach from west to stein tr
839 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 4/05/2016 11:30 AM
Truck parked by lake NH 179-7323 Tagged Possible shed hunter on SMP ?
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 4/04/2016 11:30 AM
Removed last of parking closure
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 4/03/2016 4:00 PM
839 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 4/03/2016 3:00 PM
Mary Tanguay DOL blk lab
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 4/03/2016 1:00 PM
Katie Leto Fightlin w/2 DOLs am blk dog and Brn corgy
8135 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 4/02/2016 2:30 PM
2:30pm Verbal Warning: Jesse Vare of New Mexico for tiny, well-behaved leashed dog in BC dog closure (until 5/15) near bottom of trail. Vare and her friend missed sign while chatting, but were very polite and left area after our chat.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Counters 4/02/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Harvested Cozyline Trail counter and replaced batteries. Retrieved posted wildlife camera for downloading (it was out of battery). No sign of trespass.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 4/02/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Harvested Airline Trail counter and replaced batteries. No sign of trespass. One sizable downed tree and much spring snow on lower Airline Trail. Moved along a cooperative party in a green Land Cruiser who parked beside my truck at the Radar Rd gate. He said he was going to run (mostly snow covered) Owl Creek Trail and was very curious about what I was doing near Airline Trail... I reminded him Sky MP is closed until 5/15, and I recommended he park at Buttermilk or Tom Blake lots to access Owl Creek Trail.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Closed Area 4/02/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Took a call from Ted O'Brien. Ted is doing a walkthrough of Deer Creek OS and wanted to give me a heads up. Yesterday, Ted, GT, and the new DWM saw a neighbor's dog chasing elk up the hillside.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 4/02/2016 12:00 PM
12:45pm Educational contact (shaky legal grounds for much else) with James Brants for recreationally flying drone from Smuggler Mtn. Rd. near Smuggler Mine. Brants was very polite and well versed in general drone laws. Brants said he registered his drone with the FAA, typically calls airport control towers before flying in FL, and checked City regs. before flying. Brants invited me to watch his personal Youtube videos of Aspen from the air. 1:00pm Fielded questions from "Michelle" - frequent Smuggler hiker and local resident - regarding drone regs. Michelle also reported that yesterday she saw a party driving a UTV or snowmobile park near the Obs Deck and then began flying a drone. She was upset at their disregard for the nature experience of others.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 4/02/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Removed all but one orange traffic barrel and pulled the closure rope from the closed section of the upper Smuggler parking lot. I left one barrel and a rope blocking off a section of ice that a hiker said caused her vehicle to slide a bit; hopefully drivers will use common sense when parking until Bill can blow off the lingering snow and ice. Spring is here!
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 4/02/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Citation: Lauri Jackson for DOL on lower Hunter Creek Trail. Third DOL contact following a written warning last year on same trail. Nice and polite woman, not a fun ticket to write if there were such a thing. "I didn't know it (leash law) applied in the winter. I didn't know anyone would be out here." Referred her to Pitkin Outside and gave her JA's card to discuss ticket.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 4/02/2016 10:30 AM
12:00pm Fielded questions from hikers about rock art, Hunter Creek, and the planned USFS Rx burn.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 4/02/2016 10:00 AM
10:15am Encountered some Aspen Fire guys playing with their fancy brush truck and winch in NSP Obs Deck lot.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 4/02/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Observed one big coyote lounging on the Sacred Side of the river. Hikers told me of another hunting on EOA Trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 4/02/2016 8:30 AM
10:00am Continue to observe lack of compliance with leash law on City's Music Tent/Meadows River Trail.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Trails 4/01/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Brush Creek Trail is now open to people (closed to dogs until 5/15). Needs a sweep badly.
839 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 4/01/2016 10:30 AM
meet w/apd SO and HPS on Nic Olson
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 4/01/2016 10:30 AM
12:00pm Met with PCSO, APD, COA Parks, and Human Services to discuss mental health & law enforcement concerns related to N. Olson. DHS has some possible leads on voluntary and/or court-ordered mental health/substance intervention.
839 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 3/31/2016 2:00 PM
Opened red wind and saw 2 people w/ 4 dog off leash, perham and Thompson
839 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Illegal Camping 3/30/2016 2:30 PM
Removed 2 huge bags of trash of Hawks from camp with help of Justin and Spartacus
839 Jaffee Park Parking 3/29/2016 2:00 PM
Clean up old fire, tag dangerous park job
839 Aspen Mass Trail Illegal Camping 3/29/2016 1:00 PM
Camp found at very beginning of Amass, tagged. Asst sheriff on car squatter at intercept. Maroon Subaru wagon squatter Jake Carrruthers
839 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 3/29/2016 12:00 PM
Replace Glassier carsonite
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 3/29/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Watched a small rock slide and then cleaned up about a dozen rocks from Upper River Rd. It seems water draining from 8883 Upper River Rd is saturating and destabilizing slope above road. Contacted Road & Bridge, 802 sent someone to check it out.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Closed Area 3/29/2016 11:00 AM
12:00pm Responded to report from 839 of two vehicles parked in "flats" below Lazy Glen OS. Investigated and found three vehicles and Jimmy Dula's crew (Jimmy, Gabe, Cooper, and Hayley) diligently at work pruning heritage fruit trees on County orders. Gave Dula ranger contact info. If you see silver Honda CRVs or a black Tacoma on Lazy Glen OS all is well.
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 3/29/2016 8:00 AM
Meet with COA Rangers
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/28/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Fielded questions from hikers on Smuggler - they wanted to complain about someone commercially walking "up to twenty dogs off-leash" at a time on Indy Pass road, but they weren't sure who to contact. I directed them to the Carbondale USFS office.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 3/27/2016 2:00 PM
2:10pm Moved along two goofy Red Mountainites who parked in front of a No Parking sign and blocked access to a fire hydrant & the Hunter Creek water plant. They "didn't want to get their shoes muddy" on their way to hike... in the mud. I advised them to use the large (empty) BLM lot just 100' up the road.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/27/2016 9:30 AM
9:40am Verbal Warning: David Deep for DOL (weimeiraner) on RGT at Steven's Street - he's the guy who ran into his house last time I tried to contact him... Deep is Gette's neighbor and the inspiration for many of her complaints to OST. We ended up having a polite discussion. We discussed the "resource of the experience" on the trail, people's differing comfort zones with dogs, nearby elk habitat, and RF Gorge Mgmt planning. I encouraged Deep to participate in public comment periods during mgmt. planning. Deep is hoping Jaffee River Trail can officially become V&S control. I referred him to Pitkin Outside and informed him rangers will be enforcing leash law.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 3/26/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Cold and quiet on the trails.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 3/26/2016 10:30 AM
11:30am Checked back on Olson's camp beneath Marolt Bridge - the area was nicely cleaned up and two full trash bags were set on trail. Olson was thoughtful enough to leave a small pile of rambling notes for me and the other officers. I dropped off the notes at PCSO for 15 to review and pass on to mental health professional.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 3/26/2016 9:00 AM
9:15am Pink-tagged illegally parked silver Toyota SUV (CO: 345-PFG) in turnaround at Jaffee Park.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/26/2016 9:00 AM
10:00am Patrolled Dart closure on tip from 802 - all quiet except for elk bedded down in Wheatley Gulch close to the trail. Checked on Lazy Glen OS - seems secure. 10:00am Picked up detached bollard at RGT-Pitkin Iron. Bollards are missing now on both sides of intersection.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 3/26/2016 9:00 AM
10:00am Outreached "Randy" of Phillips Hillside entering Rio from road with two dogs (smaller husky breeds) dragging leashes. Discussed leash law (leashes don't count if they are not in your hand...) and winter wildlife concerns. Asked him to pass along word to other area dog owners that rangers are enforcing leash law.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 3/25/2016 2:30 PM
4:00pm Spoke with Paul H. about report from homeowner adjacent to Glassier, Brian Davies, complained of MTBers trespassing on Glassier-Crown trail during dry weather. Bill G. passed along similar complaint of some activity from Rory, Lucy, and Alec. I explained Glassier is patrolled 2-3/wk. and that I saw no human or bike tracks on Sunday. It is possible bikers turned around at closure rope or poached ditch line. I am really not sure. Paul thinks we have it covered, but will pass along ranger contact number to future RPs.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 3/25/2016 2:30 PM
3:30pm Met with new Aspen DWM - Kurtis Tesch. Reviewed areas of OST that have experienced poaching. Explained terms of Sky MP lotto hunt. Reviewed permitting process for fishing guides. Passed along maps of fishing easements, and showed him Pitkin Outside and Maps & More. Kurtis will touch bases with Paul H. to get hard copies of fishing easements. Kurtis lucked out in getting his first CPW placement in Aspen... much better than getting stuck in Brush or Meeker for two years.
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 3/25/2016 1:30 PM
I found a good list of resources available in PitCo for mental health, emergency meals, shelters, etc. You can download the list here: http://www.pitkincounty.com/DocumentCenter/View/58 15, 839, and I are planning a COA-PCSO-OST meeting for how to deal with Olson.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 3/25/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Responded to report from 802 & 803 of people "hiking high" up Shale Bluffs and trespassing on Sky MP closure. 802 said tourist family was parked on 82 in merge lane, and were sledding hill below utility cut. Family was GOA. Tracks cross meadow from 82, but only reach as high as pipeline fence. Followed up & thanked RPs. I will drop off Ranger biz cards at Road & Bridge office so they can contact us more quickly next time.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 3/25/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Joined 839 & 15 in contacting N. Olson beneath Marolt Bridge (City's Sawmill Lot OS in County jurisdiction). Citizen and City Parks admin complained of illegal camping, littering, trespassing. I spoke with Olson for some time - he recalled previous contacts with Rangers regarding camping & littering laws. Olson said he understood laws, but that does not understand them when he's "on drugs." Olson argued authorities show up anytime he is "sober." He stated authorities were "the ones driving people insane." I reminded him of the shelter resource, and asked if I could help him in any other way. Olson asked if I could give him "more drugs" and, if not, then "No." I offered to let Olson sleep another hour and then clean up his site - he replied this was "reasonable." I left bags for clean up. *Olson was noticeably more aggressive, lucid, and argumentative during this contact than I have seen him before. LEOs have noticed a similar change - be cautious with him.
839 Coke Ovens Open Space Resource Damage 3/24/2016 1:00 PM
met with seller, sheriff, staff and Randy Melton on site of gutted rental building
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Counters 3/22/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Verbal Warning: Evelin Guedes for DOL (med white & brown dog) playing fetch on RGT near Mile 40.0. Very polite & very anxious about coyotes. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 3/22/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Verbal Warning: Sherry Luse of Aspen for DOL (black Aussie-mix) on RGT near Phillips Hillside. Polite, but dismissive of possible fine. Referred to Pitkin Outside to review regs.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 3/22/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Checked on Wingo boat launch. I noticed three dead deer dumped in a pile south of the parking area. Boat launch could use a sweep to remove slippery layer of winter gravel.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 3/22/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Noticed several piles of landscaping debris dumped (likely last season) below southern Wingo Junction trail access. Now that the snow is melted out, we should keep an eye on this area.
839 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 3/22/2016 9:30 AM
Maria Bulck w/2 large brn dogs off leash, huffy when contacted
8135 Brush Creek Trail Signage 3/22/2016 9:00 AM
9:30am Fixed closure sandwich board at base of BC, and checked BC Underpass. Very windy in Cozy Point South meadow - weighed down sign with rocks.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 3/21/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm Hunter Creek Trail is treacherously icy and muddy - be careful.
839 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Dog Offense 3/21/2016 1:00 PM
Dog at large "Jet" on AK returned to Gary Williams at 56 Booth Ln w/warning
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/21/2016 11:30 AM
12:30pm Noticed a gas can cached behind the Obs Deck kiosk - the same gas can I saw a hut tripper carrying up yesterday. It seems snowmobiling (the lazy man's hut tripping) to Benedict Huts continues to be popular, even in mud season.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/21/2016 11:30 AM
1:00pm Ran into one of the local, seasonal USFS FPO rangers hiking recreationally on HC Cut-off. She's college buddies with one of our new hires, and generally stoked to be returning to her job at the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness this summer.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 3/21/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Removed bamboo poles from South Gate. Snow is a' melting.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/21/2016 9:30 AM
9:50am Verbal Warning: JP Conte for DOL (Bernese) on upper 1/2 mile of Rio - polite. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/21/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Written Warning: Laura Rice for DOL ("Tussen" the cattle dog) on RGT @ Duffy's Wiggles. Very polite & honest lady. 2nd-3rd warning. Referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Open Space Properties Accident/Rescue 3/21/2016 8:30 AM
8:30am Responded to report of homeless man "not doing well" and "hallucinating" in Marolt Wetlands OS. 73, 74, 115, and I located, "Ronald," a 60 y.o. male patient sitting on a park bench who had altered mental status, vertigo, and appeared to be hypothermic. Ronald was wet and shivering. He was hospitalized yesterday for a fall, which may be a factor in his AMS (A&O x 1-2). Ronald's possessions were strewn about the park, and his trail of footprints in the snow wound about in all directions. Medic 94 responded, but could not access the patient. We loaded Ronald into 115's vehicle and he was transported to AVH by APD.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 3/20/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Green Subaru has been removed from base of Brush Creek Trail.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/20/2016 12:30 PM
12:45pm Chatted with two groups of hut trippers on Smuggler Mtn. Rd. - one leaving and the other heading up. The leader of the first group - a teen outdoor ed. trip - asked if he could leave his red snowmobile overnight near the plowed berm. I told him OST preferred him to have it out today, but I gave him my card and asked him to call if he ran into problems. The second group was hauling up a prodigious amount of stuff by snowmobile. I reviewed the trail and huts moto regs with them, e.g. hut buffer, no moto on trails/in HC Valley, etc.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/20/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Got into a long conversation with Tom Anderson - owner of Anderson ranch - on (closed) lower Brush Creek Trail. Anderson was walking his "service dog." I explained habitat closure (closed until the end of March; no dogs until May 15th). Anderson had much to say about how much he loves protecting elk, Brush Creek valley, etc. He had strong words for the poacher we caught last Fall, and expressed frustration with Droste's tenants who he claimed shoot recklessly. Anderson stated that he goes on to Droste's property all the time; he also mentioned that he access Skyline Trail from his private land. Anderson explained that he had his own snowmobile trail system on his ranch. After our chat, he respected the trail closure and headed home.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 3/20/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Cleaned up small, abandoned squatter camp at standard spot in junipers atop Mills Rim. Filled one contracted garbage bag.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/20/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Left a note on an old green Subaru Outback (AR: 001-MYO) broken down and parked at the base of Brush Creek Trail. Hand written note on dash said "tow is coming." I asked them to call Rangers if tow cannot get car within 24hrs.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 3/20/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Checked on Glassier Ranch OS - homestead was secure and closure gate/rope remains intact. Gate was open - some sign of Spring ag projects at homestead. No sign of trespass on Crown trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/20/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Dog owners on Basalt section of Rio were well behaved today.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Closed Area 3/20/2016 9:00 AM
9:30am Checked Lazy Glen OS homestead - doors are secure. Nordic Eric was at work in the barn. Deer Creek OS appeared secure as well.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Fire 3/19/2016 12:30 PM
1:30pm Posted outreach signage for the Rx burn on upper Smuggler & HC Cut-off trails.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Fire 3/19/2016 11:30 AM
12:30pm Posted additional Rx burn outreach signage along HC Trail.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 3/19/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am Checked out cool red and yellow Zia mobile chime hanging from a bamboo pole at South Gate lot. The charm has been here at least a few days - it adds a nice bit of flair.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 3/19/2016 11:00 AM
11:00am Tagged bike has been removed from Stein Park area.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 3/19/2016 11:00 AM
10:30am Assisted sheriff with drugs incident in Stein Park. Agreed to give statement, wrote report, followed up with JA.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 3/19/2016 10:00 AM
10:00am Chatted with couple at RGT-Steven's Street. Man was quite upbeat; woman was frustrated that OST has not built a bridge from Jaffee area to Intercept Lot. She also stated that she forbids her 14 year-old daughter from using Aspen-Mass Trail on her own for fear of "creepy" people - it's "not safe." I discussed RF Gorge management planning, expense of possible Shale Bluffs bridge, and redesign of Aspen-Mass Trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 3/19/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Removed seasonal snow plow sign from Steven's Street trail access.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/18/2016 2:00 PM
3:00pm Shored up sandwich board closure sign at base of Brush Creek; accessing base of trail in Baja was quite sporty. Checked BC underpass - no evidence of trash or "campers."
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Fire 3/18/2016 12:00 PM
2:00pm Posted outreach signage for upcoming Rx burn at Obs Deck kiosk; I will post more tomorrow.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 3/18/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Returned XC rentals, patched up seasonal DOL signage at Moore OS, and checked in on EMS call at Aspen Nordic Center (an 11-year-old fell and became upset - that's about it).
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 3/14/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Verbal Warning: Meg Robert for DOL (old golden) on HC near Salvation Ditch. Polite and carrying leash. Explained leash rule and referred to Pitkin Outside. "New to town." (She passed at least 3 leash law signs on her hike before we spoke). First warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Counters 3/13/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Verbal Warning: Chris Vargas for DOL (med. white dog) on upper HC - he walked right past sign & leash station. A bit argumentative, but generally a nice enough guy - little bit of a language barrier. Referred to Pitkin Outside. First warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 3/13/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Verbal Warning: Jennifer Gallagher for DOL (small funny looking brown dog). Really more educational than anything. Dog is more coyote food than threat to the environment.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/13/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Very busy day on Smuggler, 10th Mtn trail, etc.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 3/13/2016 10:30 AM
10:30am Tagged bike abandoned (locked to sign post) for 3+ days near Stein Bridge.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 3/13/2016 9:30 AM
9:50am Attempted to contact woman in ski gear walking a dog off-leash on RGT near 3900 Lower River Rd. Instead of talking, she hustled into the green apartment building. Dog seemed well behaved. Made several other informal contacts with morning walkers along the middle RGT. Checked on Lazy Glen OS - all seems well.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 3/12/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm Checked Jaffee for guides - no obvious commercial guiding yet. Janet has updated the fly fishing guide permit Google Sheet.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 3/12/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm Chatted with the Hayes family - very friendly fly fishermen and fellow fans of the UP - in the Public Works fisherman's parking area. The dry fly/nymph fishing near the Sani Plant is reportedly great. I gave the Hayes men, Rick & Zach, contact info for Janet; they want to enter the Sky MP hunt lotto.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 3/12/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Cleaned up trash at HC BLM lot. Still better than last year...
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 3/12/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm Listened to a REDDI report starting at Penny Hot Springs. A denizen of the thermal pools was reportedly ETOH and throwing bottles to the "other side of the river" (Filoha), before hopping in his car.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/12/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Verbal Warning: Jackson Horn for DOL (big black lab) on RGT near Gridley Bridge. No leash - I handed out a leash and reminded him of many regs signs. Very polite. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/12/2016 12:00 PM
12:35pm Verbal Warning: Harrison Buck for DOL (white & brown cattle dog) on RGT near Grindley Bridge. Polite & leashed up. First warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 3/12/2016 10:30 AM
11:15am Chipped out HC staircase - all stairs are now visible. One stone step below staircase has dislodged. I will add it to our Bill Griggers wish list. HC & LW trails are dead quiet today.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 3/12/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am North Star is still skiable.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/12/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Verbal Warning: Jennifer Hanson of Snowmass for trespassing on Brush Creek habitat closure. Hanson apologized for missing sign and was receptive to elk habitat lecture. Gave her a ride to the Rodeo lot. Trail opens to people 3/31 and to dogs 5/15.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 3/12/2016 8:00 AM
9:30am Finished drone regs research. Big changes federally: FAA now requires anyone operating a recreational drone weighing .55-55lbs to register online. Commercial drones require FAA pilot license and other certs. Drones cannot be flown within 5 miles of an airport without contacting air traffic control. USFS requires special use permit for flying drones. State & local agencies can only regulate the land from which drones are flown (i.e. someone must be flying a drone from OS to be easily ticketed).
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Fire 3/11/2016 12:30 PM
12:30pm Monitored Carbondale Fire "all-call" for "controlled burn that got out of control" on Sustainable Settings Inc. ranch (property borders OST assets -- Thompson Creek OS & CEs). Reportedly a ditch burn got out of control when the "wind picked up." 75, 03, and Carbondale Fire responded. Fire was under control and command was terminated by 2:00pm. See report. (USFS Rx burn was going on simultaneously at Filoha Meadows OS; it was performed without problems).
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Accident/Rescue 3/11/2016 12:30 PM
1:30pm Hooked a sunburnt hiker up with some sunscreen. Answered questions about higher elevation trails, explained HC loop, and referred to Pitkin Outside. Later, I encountered a group backpacking into Benedict Huts. Where is our snow?
8135 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 3/11/2016 11:00 AM
11:10am Written Warning: Cynthia (Cindy) Wood for trespassing on Brush Creek closure with leashed dog. Dog and owner were both extremely well behaved. Wood entered from unsigned drive partway up trail; I elected not to ticket. The dry pavement of BC is exceptionally summery right now. I educated Wood on habitat closure and referred her to Pitkin Outside. I also assured Wood the warning would not show up in a "background check" at her next job interview...
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 3/11/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Noted some footprints in slushy snow on Viewline Trail. Spring-like weather may make enforcing closures more difficult.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 3/11/2016 11:00 AM
12:00pm Checked out vehicle parked at Jack Rabbit Ridge - belonged to a XC skier, "CP," a real nice guy. CP said he'd avoid parking in pullout. Soon after, I dissuaded two female hikers from entering Sky MP closure to take photos; I referred them to Pitkin Outside and other nice vantage points of the Elk Range. No evidence of trespass on ridge road. Extremely muddy.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Mutual Aid 3/11/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Responded to wildlife call from Dispatch regarding "mangled" dead deer on trail near Emma junkyard. Spoke with RP near BHS, found carcass of young deer at game path-trail intersection, and cleared trail. Deer did not look like a lion kill; only side facing up was chewed; it had evidently been dragged into trail from nearby bushes = natural death + scavengers?
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 3/11/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Noted two-tone brown & tan Ford F250 (CO: 756-ZAK) parked in Emma Schoolhouse lot. Is this one JA thinks is park-and-riding? Will tag if it becomes a regular.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Closed Area 3/11/2016 9:30 AM
10:45am Checked doors on Glassier Ranch OS homestead - all locked. Some items have been moved around the yard; it looks lessees may be preparing for Spring.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 3/11/2016 9:00 AM
9:00am Tagged Lincoln Continental had been removed from WC TH lot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Closed Area 3/11/2016 9:00 AM
9:30am Checked main doors of Lazy Glen OS buildings - all locked. Checked Jaffee for morning liaison trail walkers - all quiet.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 3/11/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Started Google Doc for drone regs. (FAA, USFS, COA, etc.) research.
8135 Airport Ranch Signage 3/09/2016 2:30 PM
3:30pm Cleaned and reposted weathered Airport Ranch OS sign.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/09/2016 12:00 PM
Lengthy chat with drone pilot on road
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/09/2016 11:30 AM
1:00pm Ed contact with couple walking DOL (and a cat on-leash...) on river trail parallel to RGT. I watched them enter from Music Tent - there is no signage up there that I know of. Explained regs. "Yes, this is public property. You are not on Institute trails."
839 Mills OSP Patrol/Outreach 3/08/2016 10:00 AM
Patrolled Mills property
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 3/07/2016 1:00 PM
1:00pm Repositioned traffic barrels in upper Smug lot - someone parked on top of two barrels and broke the string. There is still sufficient snow on the sloped parking spots to merit the closure.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 3/07/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Made several educational contacts with dog owners exercising poor V&S control on upper Smug. Talked and walked with them until they corrected behavior.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Counters 3/07/2016 10:00 AM
10:00am Harvested the last of the accessible TRAFx counters.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Closed Area 3/07/2016 10:00 AM
10:45am Checked on Deer Creek Ranch OS - houses are still unlocked and as creepy as ever. Photographed a major leak in the roof of the smaller house to forward to BG. No signs of any trespass or activity, just a wary group of mule deer. Driveway is navigable in the Baja with some finesse.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 3/07/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Pink-tagged old off-white Lincoln Continental (CO: QSP-594) parked evidently overnight (snow covered, no tracks) in WC lot. I believe this car belongs to a young local WC couple. Earlier in the AM a man in a beat up van (box van with the decal "Green Banana") stopped to shovel off the marooned car.
839 Open Space & Trails Trails 3/06/2016 11:00 AM
gave ride to male w/disabled bike on Emma Tr
839 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/05/2016 3:30 PM
fielded questions on bats at Filoha and mines at Placita
839 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 3/05/2016 1:30 PM
Jaime Fenn with Drone on NO Star, written warning
839 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 3/05/2016 1:30 PM
spring cleanup for so gate and obs deck
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 3/05/2016 1:00 PM
signs needing repair on Sunny ranch
839 Sky Mountain Park Trails 3/05/2016 12:30 PM
scoped viewline for tracks, not yet
839 Brush Creek Trail Signage 3/05/2016 11:30 AM
wired downed 4x4 with signage to fence post
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/04/2016 11:30 AM
1:30pm Dissuaded four euros in a rented Mustang from trying to rally up snowy Smuggler Mtn Rd.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 3/04/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Found a glass jar of marijuana in Stein Park sitting on top of a dog bag dispenser - tossed in the trash.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/04/2016 10:00 AM
10:50am Just missed a woman walking 5 dogs off-leash into Aspen Meadows OS from river trail parallel to RGT. I followed up with BL & Simon for COA input. There is no obvious dog signage on that side of the river, and I've made several educational contacts due to poor compliance. Many hikers claim to believe it is a V&S control area, once they leave the RGT proper.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/04/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Written Warning: Patty Patterson for DOL (labradoodle) on RGT at Duffy's Wiggles. Patterson was argumentative at first, but I talked her into being quite pleasant. Patterson acknowledged knowing rule and even knew I was patrolling in the area. I made it very clear this her final warning. I referred her and her group of friends to Pitkin Outside; they seemed receptive.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 3/03/2016 12:30 PM
12:30pm Requested CRO to catch a seemingly injured dog taking itself for a solo walk from lower Smuggler into the Centennial area. 115 found dog - old brindle pointer with a limp. 115 thinks it belongs to Beth Harder of Medicine Bow Lane, Snowmass. No prior contacts.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 3/03/2016 12:30 PM
1:45pm Enjoyed several rare environmental teaching moments with hikers at the Smuggler deck.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/03/2016 12:30 PM
2:30pm Used half my tags tagging poop bags on Smuggler. Babysat one dog walker until he retrieved bags and cleaned up after his pooch.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 3/03/2016 10:00 AM
10:45am Chipped out more than half of the HC stairs. Still some nasty ice on the trail. HC & LW leashes are well stocked.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 3/03/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Made a follow-up call to Morris (Morris has now received two dog control-related citations for two separate codes; next citation will be a big one). Received and processed citation payments for Holton and Morris.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Signage 3/01/2016 3:00 PM
3:30pm Propped up broken Stop sign/closure sign post on Brush Creek trail at lowest driveway intersection. For now the post is wedged into a snowbank. It will need to be replaced come Spring.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 3/01/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm Access to Stein Bridge is too snowy & muddy for Mueller to drive without damaging the trail. Sent photos to JA, BG, & LU. Mueller still has landscaping work to complete from last year.
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 3/01/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Disassembled a small driftwood shelter on the shore below Stein Trail.
839 Owl Creek Trail Nordic 3/01/2016 1:30 PM
2 0f 3 signs specific to Sunny Ranch down, notified Nordic
8135 Stein Trail Patrol/Outreach 3/01/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Patrolled Stein Trail in the area of Stein Bridge - shockingly, I saw no DOL. I noticed the green "All Pets Must Be Leashed" sign is missing from the bridge. Signs are still posted at Sani Plant and atop both Stein Trails. I believe the new switchback trail from Burlingame is yet unsigned. We need dog regs signage on upstream approach to bridge.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 3/01/2016 10:30 AM
11:30am Helped orient a group of hikers from upstate NY to local trails and Pitkin Outside. I had many questions to answer: "Yes, this is a real job. No, 'they' don't make me sleep outside. I have an apartment."
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 3/01/2016 8:30 AM
10:00am Patrolled Gette's neighborhood, again, and middle RGT; I observed one DOL in Driveways section of RGT. Unable to contact owner.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/29/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Shooed a walker off NSP XC track.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 2/29/2016 9:00 AM
9:10am Verbal Warning: Chason Russell for DOL (Anatolian shepherd) on RGT at McClain Flats Rd. First warning. Nice guy, WC local, rides bright orange fat bike.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 2/28/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm Written Warning: Hannah Surnow for dog out of Voice & Sight Control on Smuggler Mtn Rd. "Kip" the Aussie ran away from Surnow on upper Smuggler. I caught and leashed him in the upper Smuggler lot - very sweet pup. Surnow was apologetic, thankful, and receptive to educational chat; she will keep "Kip" leashed.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Whitewater 2/28/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Spotted a SUPer on the river upstream of Stillwater Bridge!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 2/28/2016 12:00 PM
12:45pm Citation: Katie Holten & family for DOL x 2 on XC track. Holten was very polite and not perturbed by fine. Dogs were all over, until I helped get them leashed Husband was less enthused: "I want to shoot the damn dogs."
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Nordic 2/28/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Sections of Nordic track at BHS are completely melted out. Only a few hikers on the trail - no DOL.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 2/28/2016 8:30 AM
8:50am Observed a middle-aged man walking a Weimaraner with an orange collar off-leash at W/J RGT. The man was using a orange tennis ball thrower. He hustled through a fence gate and into his house which backs up to the trail (near 0448 Steven's Street) when he saw me. Evidently, he was not interested in talking. We shall meet again...
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 2/28/2016 8:30 AM
9:10am Verbal Warning: Greg Gerbaz for one DOL and one dog on a 15-20' leash (both hounds) on RGT at Rainbow Lane. Very nice guy. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Closed Area 2/28/2016 8:30 AM
9:30am Moved along silver Audi station wagon (CO:ZP-9787) from closed Lazy Glen OS driveway. Owners - a couple in their 60s - had four dogs and were readying to hike up the frontage road. I had them leash up dogs and move car to Arciero TH. I explained OS property will be closed until mgmt plan is completed. Woman in couple was initially argumentative: "I know. I know. I live here." I think this is the second time I've seen the Audi parked at Lazy Glen OS.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 2/27/2016 3:30 PM
3:30pm Tested radio for 837; batt. seems a little weak, but it lasted for the full shift.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/27/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Restocked leashes/bags at HC, LW, and lower Smuggler. Busy day on Smuggler.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 2/27/2016 11:00 AM
11:20am Verbal Warning: Molly Somes (Ski Co. employee out of Denver) for DOL (golden) on HC at Salvation Ditch. Very nice - first warning. Explained regs.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Closed Area 2/27/2016 9:30 AM
9:45am Inspected Lazy Glen OS house - porch door was unlocked. I checked all rooms inside and then locked the door; all seems OK. House heat and refrigerator are on. Lazy Glen OS barn is secure.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Closed Area 2/27/2016 9:00 AM
9:30am Per Matt A's question, Deer Creek OS driveway still has up to 1' of snow.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 2/26/2016 2:30 PM
3:30pm Cut and removed two downed trees from HC Cut-off and HC proper.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 2/26/2016 2:30 PM
3:30pm Verbal Warning: Ryan Etchegoyen for DOL (brindle boxer) on HC at Benedict Bridge. First warning - explained rules and referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Resource Damage 2/26/2016 1:30 PM
2:30pm Stuck gray Tacoma has been removed from Smuggler Mtn Rd. Eight 1' deep tire ruts left behind.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/25/2016 1:00 PM
grey Tacoma stuck 1/2 mi up Smugg, called tow truck at 2:30
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 2/25/2016 11:30 AM
2 warnings mgt plan
839 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/25/2016 10:30 AM
Oblivious walkers x2
839 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 2/25/2016 10:00 AM
jared Hollinger called to report 2 large dogs off leash on the Hunter Ck Tr/ Trudy Olsen called shortly after to complain of a man who yelled at her for her dogs off leash. Long talk ensued.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Meeting/Planning 2/25/2016 9:00 AM
North Star ACES staffing meet
839 Open Space & Trails Parking 2/25/2016 7:30 AM
Aspen chapel very quiet 6 vehicles
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Nordic 2/24/2016 2:00 PM
still " skiable " thru Shale Bluff for a day or two, moved dead deer fro trail , likely lion kill
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/24/2016 2:00 PM
written warning for Bryan Conard x 1 Rottweiler and Melinda Goldrich X 2 minis and one mid black
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 2/24/2016 1:00 PM
Parking enclosure ropes all down, I repaired but getting to ropes was a fecal minefield.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Nordic 2/24/2016 10:00 AM
All RGT skiable to within 250 m of Emma
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 2/23/2016 1:30 PM
1:45pm Noticed two bow saw-able downed trees on HC - one immediately below Iowa Shaft Mine on the Cut-off and a second about 500' below the intersecting private drive (with the automated gate).
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/23/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Fielded many questions about nearby huts, dog regs, etc. - answered the best I could and referred many to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/23/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Helped a large group of hut trippers find the route to McNamara Hut. They were on the wrong side of HC drainage, off their map, and very disorganized. It seems they asked a fat tire biker how to get to "the hut" and he directed them towards Benedict Huts. I explained the route to HC Toll Rd/Van Horn Park, and referred them to Pitkin Outside. According to one woman in the group, I was their "trail angel." Just doing my job, Ma'am...
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 2/23/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am Watched a semi negotiate an impressive turnaround on 82 at the North Star Obs. Deck lot. Detoured drivers are still attempting Indy despite numerous signs!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 2/23/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Gray van has been removed from North Star Obs. Deck lot. XC Nordic actually looks quite nice - it probably had the best coverage any Nordic trail left.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 2/23/2016 9:00 AM
11:00am Spotted a dead cow elk on a cliff ledge above the RGT across from the sanitation plant. Possible lion kill? On my return hike, I watched a coyote tearing pieces off the remains. I found elk pieces scattered for almost two miles on the RGT from below Stein Falls to Sunnyside junction.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 2/23/2016 9:00 AM
10:30am Fixed damaged "solar system" interpretive sign in a galaxy far, far, away at MM 37.5.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 2/22/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Checked on HC BLM lot - cleaned up a few items of trash, but overall it was quite clean.
8135 Administration Meeting/Planning 2/22/2016 1:00 PM
2:30pm Attended the Ride the Rockies Public Safety/Special Event committee meeting. RTR will likely run up Rio to N. River Rd. or McClain Flats and then follow roads to AHS. BOCC will review & vote on permit soon.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/22/2016 11:30 AM
12:30pm Answered questions from hiking group - no you won't need snowshoes on trail - and referred them to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/22/2016 11:30 AM
1:00pm Documented possible hazard on Smuggler - about a dozen saplings cut by a plow into sharp points oriented towards the road close to bike traffic.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 2/22/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Pink-tagged gray camper van (O37-TQA) parked for 2+ nights in North Star Obs. Deck lot. No one around. Someone is definitely living in the van.
8135 Emma Homestead Resource Damage 2/22/2016 8:30 AM
10:30am Helped Bill remove wind-damaged façade from Emma Store and replace blown out Plexiglas window.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 2/21/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Noticed older snowmobile tracks that originate on private ranch land and climb Jack Rabbit Ridge Road. It's the season for trespasses on Sky MP...
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 2/21/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm Keep an eye on the silver cargo van parked at the Obs. Deck lot (CO:O37-TQA). It may be store or camped out in the lot overnight.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Fire 2/21/2016 11:30 AM
1:45pm Ran into AFD Deputy Fire Marshall on the trails - talked about the scheduled prescribed burn. AFD admin are excited about this "showcase" burn. "It's gunna be big when it goes!"
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 2/21/2016 11:30 AM
2:00pm Counted 10+ poop bags left on Smuggler Mtn Rd - tagged a few. Chatted with a few hikers very fed up with the gross state of Smuggler.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 2/21/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Replaced faded sign at BHS. Patrolled BHS zero tolerance area - still some XC holdouts.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/20/2016 12:00 PM
12:15pm Citation: James "Jim" Morris for DOL (black labradoodle) at RGT-HC intersection just within County jurisdiction. Third contact. Still very pleasant guy - bummer he keeps breaking the rules.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/20/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Verbal Warning: Michelle Labuwi for DOL ("Lucy" the golden) on upper RGT. Very polite. Leashed upon request. First warning. I explained V&S control trails vs. every other trail.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 2/20/2016 11:00 AM
11:00am Evidently it is t-shirt, shorts, an flip flops weather in Aspen today. People are really getting after the sunshine.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 2/20/2016 11:00 AM
12:00pm Verbal Warning: Carolynda "CC" Lawrence of Aspen for DOL (Aussie) on LW. Very cooperative and apologetic. She indicated that rangers had warned her before, but she was not listed in Ranger Mobile.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 2/20/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Detoured motorists from I-70 seem to have finally caught on to the fact Indy Pass is closed. I only saw one lost looking driver headed up past North Star. No trucks.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/20/2016 9:00 AM
10:30am Patrolled Gette's area of the RGT, per her complaints. Fixed the plow sign on Steven's Street. Chatted with a couple leashed-dog walkers. Tried to make a noticeable AM "ranger presence" on middle RGT.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 2/20/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Patrolled perimeter of Sky MP winter closure - I did not see any ski tracks descending from park. I'm not sure where the trespassing skier went, perhaps over the ridge onto private land.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 2/20/2016 8:00 AM
8:00am Back from MI after many delayed flights. On my commute this morning, I noticed a very obvious skin track up Brush Creek trail from 82 intersection, across Cozy Point South meadow, and up pipeline clearing. I can only imagine the snow is terrible up there. I will check back on closure soon.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Nordic 2/18/2016 1:00 PM
upper RGT Nordic dying very fast at shale bluffs
839 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/18/2016 11:00 AM
2nd day in row removed walkers from track
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 2/18/2016 9:30 AM
OST pledges $450k to Basalt Ave/82 crossing tunnel
839 Open Space & Trails Parking 2/18/2016 7:30 AM
spent a lot of time and made a lot of contacts to alleviate the parking which has been completely full of const vehicles/looks good for now
839 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 2/17/2016 11:00 AM
shut down traffic (with my new groovy emerg lights !) to turn one of many semis around trying to go over Indy
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/16/2016 1:00 PM
Sunny ranch mgr complaint of people off trail in aspens I spoke with AMS students who ate lunch just off piste
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/14/2016 9:30 AM
Owl Ck Chase success, Maserati mess cleaned up and groomed
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/13/2016 11:00 AM
Maserati augered in on Owl Ck Tr 200 m in from East Manadaly driveway plus Samaritans big PU stuck 50 m in, then tow truck stuck 10 m in !!! Fined Maserati sales demo for 2 counts. Took Nordic 3 plus hrs to extract
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/13/2016 10:30 AM
skiers dog vs walkers dog on golf course> COA 143
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 2/11/2016 3:30 PM
Put out 6 ICE signs each side of Duffys Rink
839 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 2/09/2016 12:30 PM
Remove down tree, shovel steps
8135 Sunnyside Trail Parking 2/08/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Dug out the Sunnyside Trail lot dogi-pot.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 2/08/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Found and flagged a 5-6" diameter tree down on HC below Benedict Bridge about halfway to the next lowest bridge. The tree will require a bows aw. It is currently easy to duck under and avoid.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 2/08/2016 11:30 AM
12:30pm Noticed at least four poop bags kicked into trees downhill of Smug Rd. One of them was tagged. Little do hikers know that punting bags off the road does not make them disappear...
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Mutual Aid 2/07/2016 1:30 PM
1:30pm Dropped off found iPhone from Smuggler at PCSO. 12 reunited owner with property.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 2/07/2016 1:30 PM
3:00pm Someone skied the tight 500-600' long chute - maybe a mining relic? - on the west side of Smuggler Mountain. I've had my eye on this ski line for awhile. The big snow has opened a lot of interesting and rare ski terrain. I spoke with some hut trippers that skied back from Macnamara Hut by dropping off Bald Knob into HC Valley.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/07/2016 11:30 AM
11:30am Contacted a large family on 4-5 powder snowmobiles at lower Smuggler lot. They were very friendly and planned to make a short day tour on the USFS road. They were aware of the limits on snowmobile access - I explained OST trail regs and no moto "bubble" around huts. These are the same folks I encountered on 2/5/16, and they appear to be safe riders.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/07/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm At least a dozen hikers on Smuggler approached me independently about Nicki Gross making some kind of scene atop Smuggler - screaming, crying, etc. When I saw Gross at the bottom of the trail she appeared calm and had her dog on a short leash, true to her word from Friday. We shall have to keep an eye on this one... I am worried about her mental health.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 2/07/2016 11:30 AM
1:15pm Spoke with a frustrated Pamela Hall on Smuggler Mtn Rd. Hall was very fed up with the number of dogs and the behavior of dog owners. I told her I felt her pain, and I handed out our cards if she needs to make a report in the future. I spoke with another hiker who had similar complaints. I then tagged many poop bags and preached the coyote awareness gospel to all who would listen. (Coyotes are denning up this time of the year, may get more aggressively territorial, and provide a great threat for irresponsible dog owners).
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/07/2016 10:30 AM
11:30am Lots of happy people out on the North Star XC track. Improved signage for this year seems to have made a world of difference in terms of improved compliance.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 2/07/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Discovered somewhat fresh skin track (fat powder skis or split-board) up Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd. Tracks travel road up to lot and then ascend slope to Highline Trail. Hard to tell through binoculars, but it appears the skier(s) may have trespassed onto Deadline. I did not find tracks descending Ditchline, Viewline, Airline or Low/Highline on the Highline Rd. side. No cars were parked on Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd or in Tom Blake lot. I am not sure where the skier(s) went, but they likely trespassed.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/06/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Smuggler dog poop situation is getting pretty gross - I restocked the dog bags. I enjoyed watching the Newcomb brothers call out a dog owner for missing her dog's poop as she entered the upper lot. The brothers handed her a bag and made sure she cleaned up. The brothers also picked up after other careless owners. We should deputize them!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Closed Area 2/06/2016 12:30 PM
12:45pm Noticed multiple sets of ski tracks descending Bionaz Gulch to private property. The turns don't look half bad.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 2/06/2016 12:30 PM
1:00pm Spotted a motionless, apparently unresponsive woman lying sprawled out in the Rio Grande Trail at Pitkin Iron with two off-leash dogs. I approached the woman - Chris (perhaps Soderberg?) of nearby Rocky Hollow Way - and confirmed that she was OK. Chris was training her dogs at her house, when one ran off and would not come back. The second dog followed. Chris is a pulmonary patient who is unable to run, so she lay down motionless in the trail in an attempt to coax the dog back to her. I helped Chris get the dogs (two Vizsla) leashed. Chris knows the leash law and stated her dogs are always leashed when she (intentionally) takes them out on the trail. She apologized for almost giving me a heart attack.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 2/06/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Arbaney-Kittle looks pretty good in terms of trail side trash, although the snow may be covering dog bags... I saw a fairly busy lunch rush of hikers.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/06/2016 9:00 AM
11:30am Ski patrolled the Rio from Wingo to Emma and back to BHS - lots of XC skiers out, but no dogs. Harvested counters.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 2/06/2016 8:30 AM
9:00am Access road on Glassier OS that crosses Alec's field has been plowed again. Not sure why? No footprints at the Glassier OS homestead.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Closed Area 2/05/2016 12:30 PM
2:00pm While hiking 10th Mtn Trail, I heard a snowmobile below me somewhere in Hunter Creek Valley. Reported to JA, who drove up to uppermost trailhead and found Suburban with snowmobile trailer. JA contacted one snowmobiler. After a discussion with the USFS LEO, it was determined the snowmobiler was legally accessing a private communications tower on Red Mtn.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 2/05/2016 12:30 PM
3:00pm I had an absolutely bizarre contact with Nicki Gross on Smuggler Mtn. Rd. Gross appeared very distraught about her dog's behavior (the dog had been jumping and chasing other dogs). Nicki was wrestling her dog on the ground when I encountered her, and she made several comments that seemed strange and disassociated from reality. I talked with Nicki until she stood back up and seemed to calm down. She promised to keep her dog leashed on Smug until it is properly trained. Nicki's dog is a young, energetic Schutzhund German Shepherd that likes to play bite. I am sure we'll see more of her.
8135 Administration Penalty Assessment 2/05/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Deposited citation payment from M. Peters in OST account.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 2/04/2016 11:30 AM
12:00pm Pink-tagged car (CO: QUJ-201) is still parked in Stein Park lot; however, it has been dug out of the snow and moved over two or three parking spaces. The pink tag is gone. We should keep an eye on this car to ensure it does not stay here overnight again.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 2/04/2016 11:30 AM
1:45pm Responded to report from Brian L. about a possible lion kill on the upper Rio. I found a dead mule deer doe near Mile 37.5 across from the RFTA bus barn. The carcass has been well chewed by birds, but a lion kill is possible. The deer's stomach was rolled out, and a lion sized path with what appear to be drag marks was visible in the oak brush uphill of the carcass. I felt possible trauma to the deer's neck. No obvious lion tracks, although I saw some kind of large canine or cat tracks on the path leading away from the carcass. The deer is not blocking the trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/04/2016 11:30 AM
2:30pm Verbal Warning: Patty & Bob Bryant of Snowmass/Santa Barbara for DOL x 2 (lab and cattle dog) on RGT at Stein Falls. Patty said she read a Nordic ski map - not distributed by the County or City - indicating dogs were allowed off-leash on the RGT. Patty repeated that she had not intended to break any rules. I gave her the Nordic dog spiel, handed out two leashes, and referred her to Pitkin Outside. The couple was very cooperative. Patty - who has won the Owl Creek Chase in her age group - even skied down and educated another off-leash dog owner who I couldn't catch.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 2/04/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Thumbed a ride with Brian L. in the Nordic groomer and then ski patrolled the Dart closure. Asplundh is at work clearing trees below utility lines from Arciero to Jaffee.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 2/04/2016 9:00 AM
9:00am Written Warning: Adam Doherty for DOL (heeler pit mix) on RGT "Driveways" section. Handed out leash & referred to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 2/04/2016 9:00 AM
9:30am Talked with Mark, Roaring Fork Ranch manager, at RGT intersection. A woman has been walking a German shorthair off-leash, and the dog has been harassing his cattle. Mark wants to "go on record" with his complaint in case his cattle run from the dog and hurt someone on the road or trail. I explained the dog fine structure and gave Mark my card. I encouraged him to call rangers if the issue continues.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Wildlife 2/04/2016 9:00 AM
10:00am Posted a Mtn Lion activity sign at the Arciero trailhead. I found a lion kill just West of here less than two weeks ago.
8135 Jaffee Park Mutual Aid 2/02/2016 2:30 PM
3:30pm Helped dig out a stuck motorist on Smith Hill Way-82 who was blocking my way home from Jaffee Park... 74 responded to assist.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 2/02/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Pink-tagged white Toyota sedan (CO: QUJ-201) completely buried in snow bank in Stein Park lot. I had to dig to find license plate. Windshield is covered with a blanket, and the vehicle has been parked here since Sunday afternoon. Reported illegally parked sedan to PCSO.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 2/02/2016 1:30 PM
1:30pm HC BLM lot is barely passable in the Tacoma. Called Bill G. to request OST/R&B plow. No hut trip vehicles left in lot.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Dog Offense 2/02/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm Responded to complaint (from Scott @ Aspen XC Center) of dogs out of control on practice loop, jumping on people, leaving waste, etc. APD 144 and I contacted Bill Fabrocini (brother of APD Sgt.) on Golf Course "Bernese Blvd." Bill had six dogs off-leash (allegedly 5 friends' dogs). Bill had a large number of waste bags, the dogs never left the "Blvd." and the dogs never jumped on us. No p/c for a ticket. Educated Bill about Nordic rules, limit on number of dogs on OST trails, etc. I told Bill that I did not want to have this conversation again, and he agreed that we would not. 144 informed me Bill frequents the COA trails with gobs of canines.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 2/02/2016 12:30 PM
12:30pm Shoveled feet of snow from upper Smuggler kiosk. Lower lot was completely snowed in for the spurned lunch rush hikers. Upper lot was rough, but usable for up to four cars.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/02/2016 12:00 PM
12:15pm Shoveled through snowbank taller than me to clear access from lot to North Star nordic track. Eastern 82 is in rough condition, but our lots are plowed!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 1/31/2016 3:00 PM
3:00pm Stein Park lot has 1' plus deep snow. Jaffee Park lot looks OK in terms of plowing. No X-Games trash dumped this year.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 1/31/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm Patrolled Hunter-Smuggler loop on XC skis. The trails weren't super busy, but there was consistent traffic despite the deep snow. Lots of snowshoers and hut trippers.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/31/2016 12:30 PM
1:20pm Encountered snowmobiler, "Ryan," at upper Smuggler kiosk. Ryan immediately offered to show me his machine's registration. I explained area trail regs and chatted about forecast for extremely high avalanche danger. Nice guy - not out to poach trails.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 1/31/2016 11:00 AM
11:15am Educational contact with two hikers leaving BLM lot with DOL - they complied and leashed up.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 1/31/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Freed stuck older Subaru with bald tires at BLM lot. The driver kept spinning tires until he created ice grooves. Coordinated with R&B and Bill to get BLM and Smuggler lots plowed. Hut trip vehicles at both HC lots were snowed in.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 1/31/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Shoveled out Smuggler kiosk - upper lot was too buried in fresh snow to use. Reunited hut trippers with AT skis and bags left carelessly in path of plows.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 1/31/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Over a foot of fresh snow out at North Star. Responded to report of car stuck at North Star & 82 - GOA. Bill plowed North Star lots.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Nordic 1/30/2016 3:00 PM
3:10pm Noticed sliver Audi A4 wagon (CO: ZP-9787) parked poorly at Lazy Glen OS - likely it belongs to Nordic staff.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Nordic 1/30/2016 3:00 PM
4:00pm Plenty of skiers out on lower RGT near BHS, but no dogs.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 1/30/2016 2:30 PM
3:30pm Justin Schaff (sic?) is panhandling at BC-82 intersection. Not sure if he is living in the area.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 1/30/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Moved along some X-Gamers taking photos (non-commercial) in Brush Creek-Droste closure. Referred to Pitkin Outside and suggested Snowmass Village sign pullout for scenic photo op.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 1/30/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Educational contact with woman entering RGT from USPS area with DOL. She cooperated and leashed dog quickly.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/30/2016 10:00 AM
11:30am XC patrolled Moore OS and COA Golf Course. I noticed some dog and boot prints on track, but everyone I saw skiing was well behaved. Getting a bit slushy on the track!
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/29/2016 2:30 PM
Groomer dragged a lot gravel from side trail onto RGT by parking lot, remedied by shovel
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 1/29/2016 2:00 PM
3:30pm While patrolling RGT, I looked up and noticed two climbers with a dog at Gold Butte crag. Gold Butte is posted "No Dogs." We noticed each other, I waved, and they quickly left with their dog. Unable to make contact.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 1/29/2016 11:30 AM
One citation Mark Dahlstrom, one writ warn Danielle Howard
839 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 1/28/2016 3:00 PM
fielded call from Ollie Bodie at Kennel by ArbaneyKittle Trail, 2 dogs killed 6 of her chickens between 12-1 pm on 1/27, called ReRe also
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 1/28/2016 12:00 PM
wrote Nicole Duroeck for DOL and warned Susie Jimenez at BHS area
839 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Penalty Assessment 1/28/2016 10:30 AM
spoke with Margy Peters who forgot to send payment and will do today
839 Aspen Mass Open Space (City) Parking 1/28/2016 10:30 AM
toured X Games parking lot, looks fine
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/26/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Made an educational contact with a woman who had a huge golden retriever under subpar V&S control. Smuggler was fairly mellow today.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 1/26/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Noticed one set of footprints that walked part of closed BC Trail; however, closure compliance has been fairly good as of late.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Closed Area 1/26/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Someone plowed the Glassier Ranch access road across the hay field to the ditch line. Alex's wife did not know why someone would do that; but she thought maybe her husband needed access to that side of the field. Perhaps it was the ditch company?
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/25/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Responded to report of dog jumping on runners. Contacted Catherine (Reagan?) - Euro accent, 50-60s, brown & white curly dog named "Lucy" - as she walked down hill near second residence. Dog was under subpar V&S control. Catherine acknowledged dog had been jumping. I lectured Catherine for a while about people's dog comfort zones, mutual right to safety on trail, and owner responsibility. Dog never jumped at me, and Catherine was very polite. I advised her to leash dog if it gets riled up. 11:50am Followed up with RP, "Luke," thanked him for info, and gave him my card if he has issues in the future.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/25/2016 11:00 AM
1:30pm Answered hiker questions about mtn lions, open-carry firearms on Open Space, and fun winter trails. Referred to Pitkin Outside and the "Winter Trails: Aspen to Glenwood Springs" guide book.
8135 Sawmill Hill Open Space Illegal Camping 1/25/2016 9:00 AM
10:30am Worked with 73 to get Olson's ID info, prepped citation for littering. Visited campsite at Marolt Bridge with 73. Olson was not home, but evidently he used the bags I left yesterday to clean up most of his garbage. 73 and I found about a bag's worth of trash, several knives, a pair of new jeans with tags still on them, and a "Next Book" laptop box left at the site. 73 told me APD suspects Olson may be involved in recent computer thefts. For now, I'll hold the citation. *Considering that I've found knives at two Olson camps now, I recommend LEO assistance with future Olson contacts.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 1/24/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Verbal Warning: Sara & George Johnson of Aspen for two DOL (golden and med. black dogs) about 500' east of PitCo line on RGT. Cooperative enough, but knew of people getting ticketed and still walked off-leash.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 1/24/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Educational contact with woman letting dog leashes drag after crossing Red Mtn Rd on lower HC - very cooperative. "Oh, alright. Fair enough."
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 1/24/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Verbal Warning: Erin Dominguez of Denver for two small DOL on lower HC. Referred her to Pitkin Outside and discussed V&S trails. Very cooperative.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/24/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Removed a medium sized jump from the middle of the North Star nordic track near the obs. deck. Chatted with Graeme again.
8135 Sawmill Hill Open Space Illegal Camping 1/24/2016 9:00 AM
9:00am Checked back in on N. Olson's camp beneath S. end of Marolt Bridge. 115 & 122 assisted. Olson was not home. I left five heavy duty garbage bags and a pink-tag ultimatum note. 73 called and offered to help - PCSO & APD want Olson cited. 73 & 74 contacted Olson at this site about a week ago and gave him 24hrs to vacate the area; clearly he has not left. LEOs informed me Olson has lately become more aggressive during contacts. 73 informed me a landowner adjacent to Marolt Bridge has complained of trespassers in yard & hot tub (possibly Olson), and 73 wants to clean up site. I will revisit in 24hrs and issue citation if camp is not cleaned.
8135 Open Space & Trails Accident/Rescue 1/24/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Analyzed accidents & medical calls stats from 2015 - added analysis and comments to shared Google Doc. These stats should help inform summer patrol and prevention. Shared 2016 accidents & medical calls log with City rangers.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/23/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Chatted with Graeme of OSTB in BLM lot - Graeme and friend just completed a ski tour to Four Corners. Snow sounded heavy and sloppy.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 1/23/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm Chipped out HC staircase. Encountered many hikers - all were thankful (and shockingly well behaved!).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 1/23/2016 10:00 AM
1:00pm Got into a lengthy discussion with ProTrails.com founder, Dave, at Stein Park about trails and trail user behavior. Referred him to Pitkin Outside. Dave invited me to correct any trail description errors I see on ProTrails.
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 1/23/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Drafted latest Olson camper report - forwarded to City rangers.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Illegal Camping 1/22/2016 3:00 PM
3:30pm Responded with Deputy 15 to yet another N. Olson campsite below the south end of the Marolt Bridge/Marolt Trail. I tagged the site and requested Olson clean up and vacate site within 48hrs. 15 & I will check back later. The site, like other Olson camps, is full of copious amounts of garbage. This camp is actually within eyesight of Olson's former camp on Shadow Mtn.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/22/2016 12:00 PM
1:00pm Educational contact with two younger tourists for two small dogs under poor V&S control. Lectured on regs and dangers of big bad coyotes. Smuggler was hopping today, but folks were generally well behaved.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 1/22/2016 12:00 PM
1:30pm Fielded questions from hikers about mountains lion safety and fat tire bike routes on Smuggler. Listened to another hiker vent about "terrible" dog owner behavior (I generally agreed with her and gave her OST ranger contact info in case she feels the need to make a report).
8135 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 1/22/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Followed up with Matt of Aspen Trout Guides (505-506-7051) regarding 2016 fishing guide permit questions. Matt did not have time to chat... but when he calls back, I will refer him to Janet.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Closed Area 1/22/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am No signs of trespass or footprints at Deer Creek Ranch OS. Jaffee Park was totally empty.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Closed Area 1/22/2016 9:30 AM
9:45am Evidently someone attempted to drive the Crown access road from the Glassier driveway, across Alex's field, to the ditch and closure rope. The tracks in deep snow appear to turn around at the ditch. I also noticed one set of footprints at Glassier Homestead, but I did not see anyone around.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/22/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Chatted with Kathy - "religious dog leasher" - at BHS-RGT trailhead about dog leash regs. Kathy wanted to confirm with me that OST does issue $100 tickets for off-leash dogs, so she could better convince her fellow trail users to behave. I explained "Zero Tolerance" zone and rationale, and I encouraged Kathy to spread the news.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Parking 1/22/2016 9:00 AM
9:30am Checked back on suspected Penny Hot Springs campers - reported two vehicles (yellow" Jan-Van" & silver Impala, both with Wyoming plates) to PCSO for parking overnight along HWY 133. Vehicles had been parked front bumper to bumper at the pullout for two nights. I snooped around a bit, but it seemed owners were soaking in the springs. 15 responded, but the lot cleared out before he arrived.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Parking 1/20/2016 3:30 PM
4:00pm Penny Hot Springs is bustling even in a raging whiteout blizzard. Noted two cars possibly camped out in lot.
8135 Redstone Park Maintenance 1/20/2016 3:00 PM
3:30pm Light switch in Redstone unisex bathroom is busted.
8135 Redstone Park Patrol/Outreach 1/20/2016 3:00 PM
3:30pm Met Steve, "President of Redstone," at Ice Tower. Steve was very proud of the tower and wanted to make sure there weren't "any issues." Fence and "No climbing" signs are intact. Ice is blue and looks great! Steve set up lights so ice is backlit at night.
8135 Red Wind Point Closed Area 1/20/2016 2:30 PM
2:45pm Observed XC ski tracks trespassing on Red Wind Point closure.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 1/20/2016 11:30 AM
12:40pm Verbal Warning: Kim Schlosser for small DOL below SH Falls. Schlosser was argumentative, but cooperative. She quickly leashed her dog when she first saw me, indicating she knew the rules. I explained winter wildlife concerns and reminded her to leash dog even when she does not see rangers.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 1/20/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Pink-tagged construction tilt trailer stored at Observation Deck lot.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 1/20/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Spoke with Rere Baker (48) - Baker interviewed dog owner from Willoughby Way and determined dog did not attack deer on Open Space. No grounds for citation.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 1/19/2016 3:00 PM
3:30pm Followed up with Rere Baker (48) regarding possible dog-killed deer on RGT near Willoughby Way. Deputy 11 did not inform Rere of incident; Rere will follow up with him and get back to me.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 1/19/2016 9:30 AM
9:30am Shoveled South Gate LZ access.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Nordic 1/17/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Helped orient elderly MJ-smoking couple to layout of Nordic trails. Our encounter convinced them to be more discrete...
8135 Paid Time Off Accident/Rescue 1/17/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm Took 1/2hr PTO to help girlfriend with fender-bender accident at Buttermilk lot...
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 1/17/2016 10:30 AM
1:00pm Snowshoe patrolled upper Smuggler trails. No sign of additional snowmobile trespass. Silent on backwoods trails, fairly calm on Smuggler Mtn. Rd.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/17/2016 10:30 AM
1:30pm Made several educational contacts about borderline V&S control.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 1/17/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Shoveled 8-10" of snow from Smuggler kiosk area. Powder day!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 1/17/2016 9:30 AM
9:45am Educational contact with dog owner regarding the difference between holding a dog leash and letting it drag on snow. She got the point.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 1/17/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am All trailheads and parking lots could use a plow ASAP. Nordic track at North Star needs a grooming to be skate skiable after big snow.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Mutual Aid 1/17/2016 9:00 AM
9:30am PCSO shutdown Brush Creek Rd. while towtruck removed rollover vehicle from last night. Vehicle had crashed into swamp on Cozy Point South/Brush Creek Open Space - no resource damage.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 1/16/2016 3:00 PM
3:30pm Drafted report regarding possible dog-killed mule deer on Rio Grande Trail.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/16/2016 2:30 PM
3:00pm Checked other Nordic areas - I did not see evidence of any more fat bike activity.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 1/16/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm It appears two cyclists from Fat Cycle fest rode part of a lap on North Star XC track - no significant damage.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 1/16/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Responded to report of an injured yearling mule deer on RGT below 1100 Willoughby Way about 300' east of County line. Initial dispatch report indicated that a dog escaped from the residence and attacked a deer. Deputy 11 responded and dispatched the deer. 11, 142, and I cleaned up the remains. 11 interviewed dog owner - it was unclear if dog actually attacked the deer, which was described by both owner & 11 as "sick" and possibly already injured before dog encounter. Possible dog attack likely occurred on private property. 11 directed me to follow up with 48 on Monday for more info.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 1/16/2016 10:00 AM
10:00am Checked out RG Park "Fat Cycle Challenge" - Mike Pritchard of RFMBA easily took first place.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 1/16/2016 10:00 AM
11:30am Verbal Warning: Audrey Holmes for DOL x 2 on Aspen Meadows Trail parallel to RGT. Very honest & cooperative. Holmes stated she knew regs for RGT, but did not know there was a leash law for Aspen Meadows. Lectured about winter wildlife concerns, referred her to Pitkin Outside, and let her go with her last verbal warning. This trail could be better signed and patrolled. Holmes entered trail from direction of Music Tent - I don't know what the signage situation is up there.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 1/16/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Spotted "Wile E." the coyote on North Star XC track. He didn't seem to be bothering anyone.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/16/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Followed up with C. Smith, director for Ride the Rockies, regarding possible race stage on Rio Grande Trail in June 2016. Smith will submit a Special Use permit next week.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 1/15/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm Elk are everywhere today. I spotted two herds near McClain Flats Rd. and another small group immediately above the HC BLM lot.
8135 Administration Penalty Assessment 1/15/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm Deposited two recent citation payments at Treasurer's Office.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 1/15/2016 11:00 AM
12:00pm Bolstered "No Dogs" signage at all North Star XC accesses. The regs should now be plenty clear to everyone.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 1/15/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Posted "Pets Must Be Leashed" sign at WC trailhead.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 1/15/2016 10:00 AM
11:00am Made an educational contact with a skijorer reluctant to leash his three dogs in a timely manner after leaving the trailhead. I encouraged him to leash up, and waited around until he did. He hooked himself up to all three dogs and took off at flailing breakneck speed...
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Wildlife 1/15/2016 9:00 AM
9:00am Responded to Aspen-Mass trail on report of elk tangled in something and "thrashing" about. I spoke to RP on scene; she was XC skiing and noticed a large bull elk with its antler stuck in a tarp in a pole barn adjacent to the trail. I stayed on scene out of the elk's sight until 48 & DOW arrived. Elk was likely rooting around under tarp to eat hay, and then became entangled. Elk was freed by 11:00am.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 1/14/2016 3:30 PM
3:30pm Accepted citation payments from P. O'Brien and J. Brennan. Updated records accordingly.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 1/14/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Monitored call regarding Aspen Mtn Ski Patrol conducting a rescue out-of-bounds in Walsh's Gulch. I monitored base of gulch through binoculars, but did not see any action. Patrollers were able bring goofball East Coast skiers down gulch and through forest to Ute Ave. by 5:00pm. Skiers were wallowing in deep snow and calling for help - they did not have backcountry ski gear. Simultaneously, Aspen Mtn Ski Patrol carried out another out-of-bounds mission to pick up a sick ACES snowshoer. Busy day for Ski Co.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 1/14/2016 2:00 PM
2:30pm No sign of the big habituated coyote on the Preserve, although he has become a frequent sight.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 1/14/2016 9:30 AM
9:45am Keep an eye on the Ford "Conquest" RV parked at Jaffee Park - overnight?
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Wildlife 1/14/2016 9:30 AM
10:15am Documented a likely lion killed-mule deer on RGT approx. 100 yds west of Arciero TH. Deer was not cached, but had evidently been dragged by a large animal to its position below a cliff band. Noted possible puncture wounds to back of deer's neck. Deer had been disemboweled in fashion common to lion kills. Carcass is not impeding nordic grooming - no sign of tractor tracks (as mentioned in lion killed-elk second-hand report on 1/13/16). Followed up with Gary & Janet.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 1/14/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Corresponded with P. O'Brien regarding overdue citation payment. O'Brien will drop off payment at office this week.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 1/14/2016 8:00 AM
9:00am Started and updated "Snowmobile" folder in 2016 Ranger Enforcement file. Please enter snowmobile trespass obs from Smuggler Mtn OS into this folder.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 1/13/2016 12:00 PM
Report of dead elk on RGT. UTL
839 North Star Nature Preserve Meeting/Planning 1/13/2016 11:00 AM
Met with Jim Kravitz ACES for docent planning
8135 Open Space & Trails Trails 1/11/2016 1:30 PM
2:00pm All dogi pots have been emptied and restocked with bags/leashes.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 1/11/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Contacted Steffe Gatton (#515-556-6360) of Aspen 82 productions at North Star observation deck nordic access. Gatton and a coworker were setting up to film b-roll for a production. I stopped them, gave them JA's card, and JU's contact info. I advised them to acquire a permit to avoid getting fined for commercial activity without a permit. Cooperative group - hard to tell if they recorded footage before I got there. I recognized their vehicle (older white Suburban with a blue/white/black "Aspen 82" logo wrap on the back end) from this summer; I suspect they've filmed here before. Aspen 82 produces a local grassroots TV show.
839 Owl Creek Trail Trails 1/10/2016 12:00 PM
overnight white van in Tom Blake > TOSV; contacted woman from Sao Paulo walking on OCT , gave her ride to Rodeo; 2 suspect vehicles with tracks from MTB fat at Blake > Tom Blake Tr
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/09/2016 2:30 PM
3:30pm Checked on main up valley nordic trails - they all look very fresh and clean.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 1/09/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm Chipped out HC staircase.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/09/2016 12:30 PM
1:00pm Very quiet on Hunter Creek - I did not see anyone from the summit of Smuggler to Lani White.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/09/2016 10:30 AM
12:30pm Got a thank you from a Smuggler regular for plowing up the snow berm - he appreciated the lack of cars on the road and wanted to pass along the message. No sign of the most recent biting dog or owner.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Maintenance 1/09/2016 10:30 AM
12:30pm Shoveled out Smuggler kiosk; replenished dog bags.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/08/2016 3:00 PM
Carolyn Shurman reported being bitten on smuggler on 1/7, unknown perpetrator
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Penalty Assessment 1/08/2016 2:00 PM
Served Margy Peters, had great visit. Talked at great length with ReRe, should have talked to brick
839 North Star Nature Preserve Meeting/Planning 1/08/2016 11:00 AM
Met with CDOT for innovation
839 Crystal Trail Counters 1/08/2016 10:00 AM
harvested trail counter
839 Filoha Meadows Open Space Patrol/Outreach 1/08/2016 9:00 AM
Trash pickup at penny hot springs , Out reached small camper that had overnighter/ later deputy 67 responded to citizen complaint of camper at springs
839 Redstone Park Signage 1/08/2016 8:00 AM
Posted ice tower
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 1/07/2016 1:00 PM
2:15pm Verbal Warning: Hans Duyck for DOL (golden) at Mile 38.5 on the RGT. Duyck had crossed over from Stein Trail (big surprise!) and he stated his dog "has never been on a leash." I failed to contact two more dog owners with 1-2 DOL a piece across the river on Stein Trail. There continues to be almost ZERO compliance on Stein Trail...
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Penalty Assessment 1/07/2016 12:30 PM
12:45pm Left voicemail for M. Peters regarding citation to be issued for the dog bite on 1/1/16 (violation of Voice & Sight Control, first offense). I requested Peters contact me or JA.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/07/2016 11:00 AM
11:30am Fielded questions from hut trip group bound for Benedict Huts - referred them to Pitkin Outside and showed them route. They were pretty happy with the updated map (Pitkin Outside now shows nearby huts).
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/07/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Formally requested and received 15 & 48's dog bite case report from PCSO.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 1/07/2016 10:00 AM
10:30am Photographed a coyote boldly hunting on nordic track & EOA trail. Made educational contacts with trail users about coyotes and had a skier bring snowshoes out to her friend walking on the track.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Signage 1/07/2016 9:00 AM
9:30am Posted additional closure signage at 660 BC Rd. and BC trail.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 1/06/2016 3:00 PM
3:30pm Documented ski tracks on Brush Creek trail that start at the fenceline behind the red house at 660 Brush Creek Rd; the tracks descend the trail to the property's driveway - not a big trespass, but discouraging considering our recent educational conversation with the ranch owner. I also noticed tracks, likely just footprints, that travel up Cozyline Trail parallel to the pipeline fence at least as far as the closure sign. The trespasser may have been photographed by our wildlife camera if they continued into Sky MP. I will revisit this area tomorrow to improve closure signage (although the landowner and residents in question already know the rules).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 1/06/2016 9:00 AM
10:00am Had an educational chat with a dog owner in Stein Park who was loudly warning others - "Watch out, the rangers are around!" - when she saw my car in the parking lot. I reminded her and another dog owner that dogs can be off-leash in Stein Park, but must be leashed while on the trail. I am proud that our reputation is getting around...
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 1/05/2016 1:00 PM
2:00pm Changed over seasonal signage at Stillwater and Obs. Deck.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/05/2016 12:00 PM
12:30pm Watched a coyote hanging out in the middle of the NSP nordic track.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 1/05/2016 11:00 AM
12:00pm Refreshed batteries in Glassier counter (and Sky MP counters), so we can avoid breaking closures until Spring. I noticed ski tracks approaching Glassier Crown trail - tracks turn around at closure rope while still in meadow. No evidence of recent trespass inside main habitat closure or in area of Glassier homestead.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/05/2016 9:30 AM
11:00am Miraculously, I made it through a long nordic ski patrol of Dart dog closure and BHS enforcement area without having to issue a citation.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Mutual Aid 1/05/2016 8:30 AM
9:20am Talked to Rere Baker on the phone, she followed up with dog owner and dog bite victim. Dog was determined not to be "vicious;" it is in quarantine for 10 days and will leave the state afterwards for good. Owner is culpable for potentially very high ER bill. Rere is not going to cite owner. 48 & 15's report will be available later in week, pending supervisor approval.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/04/2016 12:30 PM
12:30pm Called PCSO for a copy of Deputy 15's dog bite report; the records specialist is not in today and his phone number is listed incorrectly on the PCSO website (it is 970-920-5302). I left a voicemail. 1:00pm Talked to Rere Baker (Animal Services Officer 48) about dog bite case (case #16P000036) on Smuggler Mtn Rd. Rere is unlikely to cite owner for "vicious dog," but she will ensure victim's medical bill is covered. Rere gave me victim's contact numbers, and was generally quite helpful. There is a discrepancy between accounts of the incident - dog may have been off-leash? Case report will be available to OST by 1/5-1/6.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 1/04/2016 11:30 AM
12:30pm Pink-tagged illegally parked white mini-van (683-JUN) in upper HC lot - it nearly blocked me in and obstructed gate access.
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/03/2016 12:30 PM
2 walkers, Paul hall 80 YO with wife Karen were going to walk on trail no matter what. Finally conceded to buy snowshoes
839 Sky Mountain Park Nordic 1/03/2016 11:00 AM
Motor vehicle trespass on owl ck tr
839 Lani White Trail Dog Offense 1/03/2016 10:30 AM
no offense, dog stuck in culvert on Spruce St (Lani Culvert) AFD response, monitored
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/02/2016 2:00 PM
2:00pm Made educational contacts with one XC skier and two ice climbers (the first I've seen this season) leaving Stein Park with off-leash dogs; they leashed up, but I doubt they kept the dogs on leash for long...
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Nordic 1/02/2016 2:00 PM
3:00pm Caught up with ol' Trevor of OST (and now COA Nordic) while he & Jazzy groomed the upper RGT nordic lane.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 1/02/2016 12:30 PM
1:00pm Answered many questions from several groups of hikers about winter trails & 10th Mtn Huts. I referred them all to Pitkin Outside and the 10th Mtn Huts website.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 1/02/2016 10:30 AM
11:45am Tagged many a poop bag from the base to the summit of Smuggler Mtn.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 1/02/2016 10:30 AM
12:30pm Checked origin of snowmobile tracks from last weekend - they enter logging deck area through woods, a slightly different path than the snowmobile trespasser last year (who entered via Lollipop). Checked site of dog bite yesterday - saw no evidence of anything, although I spotted a small pool of blood near the upper map kiosk.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 1/02/2016 9:30 AM
10:00am Noticed footprints that lead from 44280 Highway 82 across the river on a private foot bridge and continue straight out onto the easternmost alluvial fan via private property (Mountain Valley Cabin LLC). The tracks then return north towards HWY 82 more or less directly across from Warren Creek Lane. It appears on the return journey, the hikers trespassed on the ACES-owned portion of closed North Star Preserve. On 1/1/16, I contacted a 50-60yo couple on the private bridge. The couple indicated they were guests of the private property owner; at that time, they had not crossed the bridge and did not look prepared for a long hike. It is likely the trespassers were guests from 44280 HWY 82.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 1/01/2016 2:30 PM
2:30pm Followed up on dog bite atop Smuggler Mtn. Deputy 15 responded to AVH and took a report. I called dog owner, Margy Peters, and confirmed dog is current on vaccinations. According to Peters & 15, Filiberto Paglia was riding a fat bike above the observation deck, when a dog bit him in the calve. Peters claimed the dog was leashed and at her side, when Paglia passed close by on his bike. The dog lunged suddenly and bit the cyclist in the leg. Paglia received sutures at AVH. See report.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/01/2016 1:00 PM
1:30pm North Star nordic track is extremely busy, but all seem to be behaving themselves.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 1/01/2016 12:30 PM
1:00pm Noticed recent truck tire tracks on RGT from Stein Park to 50' past Sunnyside junction. No significant trail damage, apart from a section of ruined classic track. No sign of squatter camps along RGT or Red Butte OS.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Penalty Assessment 1/01/2016 12:00 PM
12:00pm Citation: Peg O'Brien for DOL on RGT at Woody Creek - third contact. $100. Extremely nice & honest woman. Chatted for a while about the New Year and XC skiing. Referred her to Pitkin Outside and Nordic Hotline.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/01/2016 10:30 AM
11:00am Harvested counters and checked for dumped trash - all clear. Inspected site of recent car accident that crossed Emma Trail - no damage. Spotted a black cat running across the road at Glassier Ranch...
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 1/01/2016 9:30 AM
10:30am Checked trailheads & parks for dumped trash - no recent trash. Perhaps the cold weather kept people indoors this year. No new tracks at Deer Creek. One vehicle at Lazy Glen OS (Prius, CO; 710-PII, likely nordic staff).
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 1/01/2016 8:00 AM
9:30am Finished removing all duplicate entries from Ranger Mobile. Rangers: please be careful when entering contacts & avoid multiple entries.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 12/31/2015 3:00 PM
4:00pm Happy 2016!
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/31/2015 2:00 PM
2:30pm Noticed skin tracks up Lowline from Tom Blake lot - perhaps from the aforementioned ski-trespassers.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Nordic 12/31/2015 2:00 PM
3:00pm Noticed a large kicker and bike rack placed as a grind rail on TOSV nordic track. I will notify Ted.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 12/31/2015 12:00 PM
1:30pm Chipped out the HC staircase. Remarkably, all dogs I saw were on leash.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 12/31/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Gave a stranded paraglider, Paul, a ride from the North Star LZ to town.
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/31/2015 10:30 AM
Bike track from TOSV to Terminator
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/31/2015 10:00 AM
10:30am Verbal Warnings: Caroline Heitmann of Boulder and Maria Bracho of Chicago for DOL x 3 (two adult & one puppy goldens) at Mile 40.0. Maria was very cooperative and pleasant. Caroline was argumentative and resistant to giving ID info. Caroline recently moved from Chicago to Boulder and stated emphatically that she "never does anything outside" and does not own dogs. Eventually both cooperated. I referred them to Pitkin Outside.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/31/2015 10:00 AM
10:45am Verbal Warning: Bari Ramberg of Aspen for DOL (black poodle) on RGT near Grindlay Bridge. 10:50am Educational contact with two dog owners with huskies on 20'+ length leashes at Grindlay Bridge. Advised to keep dogs close at hand.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/31/2015 10:00 AM
11:30am Took a family portrait for some tourists at Stein Park using an extremely nice camera. They were pretty excited to see a "real ranger..."
839 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/31/2015 9:30 AM
2 bad skiers skinned up SMP from pioneer Spgs driveand skied rehab meadows
839 East of Aspen Trail Trails 12/30/2015 1:30 PM
Remarkably ! Boardwalk is repaired and open ( and western half is plowed)
839 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 12/30/2015 12:00 PM
Jen Brennan DOL 4th contact
839 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 12/30/2015 12:00 PM
Left square shovel at stairs
839 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 12/29/2015 3:00 PM
started on clearing stairs
839 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 12/29/2015 3:00 PM
verb warn to Rene Orros with smallish black and white cow dog and to Alicia Condit , small pug /russel dog
839 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 12/29/2015 12:30 PM
Kathy Welgos dol x2 one bernese, 1 mid size blk/Ben mutt warned
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/29/2015 11:30 AM
Installed no snow warning sign on Moore,
839 Jaffee Park Trails 12/29/2015 10:30 AM
Long chat w/gette Vhrin of Stevens st then removed last stein bridge cyonst sign at liaison tr
839 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 12/29/2015 9:30 AM
Spoke at length with Lawyer Paul Taddune and landowner Tom Anderson / very friendly conversations
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 12/28/2015 2:00 PM
3:00pm Posted plow signage at W/J-Steven's Street trail access. Chatted with a nice family XC skiing to WCT, referred them to Pitkin Outside and other local trail resources.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Patrol/Outreach 12/28/2015 1:30 PM
1:50pm Responded to report of vehicle on Cemetery Lane-AABC Trail near the COA Parks Office. APD Walter Chi stopped a clueless Aussie driving a large SUV on the trail. I offered to write a COA citation, but deferred to COA Parks & OS Dave Radeck's decision. Driver & RO info was recorded in case of damage to trail or irrigation system.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 12/28/2015 9:00 AM
10:00am Investigated snowmobile trespasses on Brush Creek/Sky MP. Mounted wildlife camera on Cozyline Trail. Replaced Cozyline TRAFx batteries.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Mutual Aid 12/27/2015 3:00 PM
3:30pm Drove OC-BC loop looking for 10-12yo subject of welfare check reported to be walking on road/trail. UTL. Snowmass PD followed up with RP.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 12/27/2015 2:00 PM
2:00pm Checked HC trailheads and Smuggler lots for snowmobiles or snowmobile trailers - no luck.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 12/27/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Written Warning: Janice Louthis (formerly Schmid) for DOL on HC near ditch. Louthis was cooperative & honest, but she has been warned before (6-7 years ago - same dog, different last name). I made it very clear that the next DOL contact will be a $100 citation. Louthis indicated that she understood.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Closed Area 12/27/2015 11:30 AM
At 12:40pm today, I took a report from two hikers at Benedict Bridge of fresh snowmobile tracks on the Hunter Creek Cutoff. The hikers stated the tracks travel from 10th Mtn Trail down to the meadow in Hunter Creek Valley. I hiked up to the Cutoff and documented tracks that descend from Smuggler, loop in the meadow, and return by the same route (see photos). In two areas, the tracks cut deep enough to dig up dirt and damage small pine trees. I later spoke with Dick V. (he lives near the HC Rd-HC trail intersection), who said he hiked the Cutoff at 3:30pm yesterday and saw no tracks. He hiked the trail again this morning at 9:00am and noticed fresh tracks. Dick's wife was the initial RP.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 12/27/2015 9:30 AM
10:30am Documented recent (fresh since yesterday morning) snowmobile tracks on Brush Creek Trail. The tracks make a wide loop around the private property at 1020 BC Rd. and were clearly drive repeatedly. I am unsure if these tracks are from the same snowmobiler who trespassed on Cozyline.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Wildlife 12/27/2015 9:30 AM
10:30am Inspected small dead cow elk on Brush Creek Trail about a quarter mile down valley of the main 7SR pullout. Elk has been dead for maybe a few days; it was likely struck by car on BC Rd.
8135 Stein Trail Dog Offense 12/26/2015 2:30 PM
2:30pm Written Warnings: Joel Lee & Wheaton Augur of AABC for DOL x 2 on Stein Trail. Joel and Wheaton stated that, for the last 10 years, rangers had told them Stein Trail was a "gray area" in regards to the leash law. Both men were argumentative; Wheaton was especially unpleasant; both were possibly ETOH. I stated that they had passed three regs. signs and explained wildlife importance of leash law in winter. Ultimately, both men cooperated.
8135 Stein Trail Dog Offense 12/26/2015 2:30 PM
3:00pm During my contact with two DOL dog owners, a third hiker came around the corner on Stein Trail with two off-leash dogs and quickly left the area. I was unable to contact him afterwards. Compliance on Stein Trail is awful.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 12/26/2015 1:30 PM
1:30pm Verbal Warning: Mark Magidson of Aspen for well-behaved DOL (med shaggy brown & black) on EOA near Stillwater. Explained regs & sent him on his way.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 12/26/2015 12:00 PM
12:30pm Chatted with XC skier at North Star who said she's been seeing dogs out on the nordic track. I explained rules & identified XC trails open to dogs. No dogs in area now. We'll need to keep an eye out...
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/26/2015 11:00 AM
11:00am Spotted older snowmobile tracks on Cozyline Trail near the pipeline fence. Tracks cross bridge on Brush Creek Trail and travel up Cozyline Trail towards Sky MP. Other, more recent, snowmobile tracks are visible throughout meadows of adjacent private ranch. This may be the third or fourth vehicle trespass onto OST from this property in the last year...
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/26/2015 11:00 AM
11:40am Contacted Jack Laarakkers of Holland for trespass in Sky MP/Brush Creek closure. I watched Jack walk from a pullout along 82 out to the historic structure up valley of the irrigation ponds; Jack is visiting the USA/Snowmass and wanted a photo of the building. Jack stated that he did not see closure signs and thought elk tracks were human footprints. Jack followed the tracks into the meadow. I lectured Jack about the closure, helped him identify elk hoof prints, referred him to Pitkin Outside, and escorted him from the property. Very cooperative & polite.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Nordic 12/24/2015 2:00 PM
(almost ) everything is open ! RGT great and groomed to Basalt, Owl and TOSV open
839 Open Space & Trails Parking 12/24/2015 12:30 PM
Tagged for overnight parking: white accord 993lxq blue outback Conn 968zns
839 Stein Trail Trails 12/24/2015 9:30 AM
All const signs are now removed,keep eyes peeled for any left out
839 Stein Trail Trails 12/23/2015 9:30 AM
Stein Bridge Open , removed signs , one metal sawhorse is missing, Mueller has it and will return, trails signs amended.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 12/22/2015 1:00 PM
1:00pm Citation (reduced to written warning after lecture) for Lise Cohen for Dachshund off-leash on the North Star nordic track. I felt under the circumstance - i.e. no real threat to habitat from the tiny dog & cooperative owner unlikely to repeat offense - a written warning should suffice. Lise was very insistent post lecture that she would still like to send $100 to OST as a "donation," and I honestly believe she will.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/22/2015 8:00 AM
8:00am Extra early patrol of upper RGT per neighbor request - all dogs encountered were on leash.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Maintenance 12/21/2015 12:30 PM
Helped Bill cut up the giant tree that crushed a section of EOA boardwalk. The remaining 15' tall trunk of the tree snapped back into place after we cut it, and is now standing upright near the trail. The damaged section of EOA will remain closed until it can be repaired.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 12/21/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Chatted with Chris, the County engineer, on the Rio. Stein Bridge will be open to the public & usable as of sometime tomorrow. Crews will be moving equipment out over the next few days, and they will be back for finishing touches in the spring. Janet sent out an OST press release.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 12/21/2015 10:00 AM
11:00am It appears some dog owners of Phillips Hillside have taken to walking their pets off-leash on a snow packed trail parallel to the RGT. The trail may be on RFTA or private trailer park property - is this OK? While the social trail was well packed, I saw no fresh footprints at the main Phillips Hillside-RGT access.
839 Open Space & Trails Parking 12/21/2015 10:00 AM
Printed up tags and noticed 13 const vehicles parked at AChapel lot
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 12/21/2015 10:00 AM
10:30am Spotted a woman running with a DOL (big shaggy gray dog) at RGT-McClain Flats intersection. I turned around and patrolled area on foot, but she must have cut off into the Bullwinkle neighborhood, and I was unable to contact her.
839 Open Space & Trails Parking 12/21/2015 8:30 AM
Checked Dottie fox overlook for parked vehicle UTL
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 12/20/2015 1:30 PM
1:45pm I drove up to the uppermost HC lot to tag a truck parked & blocking the PCSO Communications/HC Valley gate. The driver pulled away fast as I got there. Hut tripper vehicles seem to be adequately confined to designated 10th Mtn parking spaces.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 12/20/2015 10:30 AM
12:30pm I made many educational contacts about subpar V&S control on lower Smuggler Mtn Rd. I watched an unsupervised dog jump up on hiker in the lower parking lot, causing her to scream repeatedly. I confronted dog owner and strongly advised her to leash the dog before entering Open Space. The dog owner elected to find a hike elsewhere instead of using a leash. There was a surprisingly large number of hikers on the road this morn despite spitting snow.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Resource Damage 12/20/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Documented large downed pine (2-3' diameter) completely blocking EOA boardwalk. Three sections of railing & one upright support were destroyed. From underneath the boardwalk, it is evident at least three lateral deck supports were cracked - two were splintered fairly severely. I flagged off the area.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/19/2015 2:00 PM
2:20pm Unable to catch up with/contact a man (gray & orange race wear, yellow helmet) on a fat tire bike with an off-leash dog (barky, hyper, med. brown short haired dog). I saw them earlier in the day on the sidewalk near Lone Pine-Red Mtn. Road junction. Later, I spotted them cruising east on the upper Rio from Stein Park. We'll see him around again.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Special Event 12/19/2015 1:30 PM
Restocked all USPS PO calendar boxes. Tacoma is now out of calendars; we have two boxes left in the lockup.
8135 City of Aspen Open Space Accident/Rescue 12/19/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Responded to EMS call for man thrown from horse during polo match at Rio Grande Park. First on scene - searched for injured party. 121, 143, Medic 96 responded. Cleared scene when Medic 96 called off response. No patient contact.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/19/2015 12:00 PM
Skate skied North Star XC track. Happy people on the trail, but bushes are still poking through the snow. The coming storm should cure that.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 12/19/2015 11:00 AM
12:00pm Chatted with Jim Kravitz of ACES at North Star about upcoming summer OST-ACES collaboration & interpretation on the Preserve.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Nordic 12/19/2015 10:30 AM
Checked on vehicles at Lazy Glen OS - Nordic staff readying machines. Grooming has started on mid Rio. No sign of trespass at Dart dog closure or Deer Creek OS.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 12/19/2015 9:00 AM
9:30am "Santa" of Brush Creek-fame is back just in time for the Holidays.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 12/19/2015 8:30 AM
9:00am Returned late Scholten payment to sender - ticket was submitted to Court awhile ago; payment must be reconciled with the Court.
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/18/2015 3:00 PM
Wiilkinson report of Etkin dog harassment on Zoom Flume,I skied trail w/o contact, spoke Etkin
839 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 12/17/2015 5:00 PM
cold report of drone use on NSP
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Closed Area 12/16/2015 2:00 PM
2:30pm Patrolled Deer Creek homestead on tip from Matt Adeletti regarding trespassers. I had to rally the Baja to make it up the unplowed driveway. No sign of human footprints, just rabbits and coyotes. It's possible people are accessing the gulch by sticking to the base of the ridge nearer the private land. Bill later plowed out a parking space for us at the bottom of the driveway.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 12/16/2015 12:00 PM
2:00pm The "CAMPulance" - an old Chevy van ambulance - may be stuck at Stein Park lot overnight. The driver could not get the van to shift out of first gear despite at least an hour of working on it. I told him it would be OK to park there as long as he doesn't block the handicap spot or impede bridge construction.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 12/16/2015 11:30 AM
11:50am Chatted with an ecstatic XC skier finishing up her ski on North Star. She was extremely happy with the fresh snow, grooming, and wildlife sightings. She called her hours of skiing "spiritual," gave me a high five, and told me to pass along to everyone how awesome Open Space is doing out here. We need more folks like here on our system.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 12/16/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Set bamboo in snowbanks around South Gate lot to protect fence. Shoveled parapente LZ access and Obs. Deck stairs.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/16/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Found Dave, got hooked up with XC skate skis for the season.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 12/16/2015 10:00 AM
10:30am Inspected site of accident on Brush Creek Trail - car left road, crossed trail, and ended up in what looks like Droste's meadow. No obvious damage visible due to snow cover. LEOs will bring car out via trail.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 12/15/2015 3:30 PM
3:30pm Spotted 11 cow elk grazing on the private side of the pipeline fence. The herd clearly lives in Sky MP and left tracks leading back to the Cozyline gulch.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/15/2015 2:30 PM
3:00pm Spoke to a spacey dog owner who let her two ancient dogs wander on the Aspen Golf Course Nordic skate loop. Dog owner had much to say about people post holing in Bernese Blvd, which should be reserved for skiers with dogs. I generally agreed with her.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 12/15/2015 12:00 PM
2:00pm Snowy and quiet on Hunter Creek Trail. I only saw three people - one hiker & two hut snowshoers.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 12/15/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Shoveled out Smuggler kiosk and restocked dog bags.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 12/15/2015 9:30 AM
9:30am Followed up with Antos regarding voicemail question and citation payment. Payment was received yesterday, all is good.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 12/14/2015 8:00 AM
8:30am Made a follow up call with T. Antos regarding her citation from last month. I left a voicemail with my contact info, if she has any questions. Payment is overdue.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/13/2015 1:00 PM
1:30pm Made several educational contacts with dog owners leaving Stein Park regarding trail leash law. Handed out one leash.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 12/13/2015 12:30 PM
1:00pm There are hut trippers parking overnight in the Senior/Handicapped parking spots in the uppermost HC lot.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 12/13/2015 12:00 PM
12:30pm Cut & removed big downed tree on HC below hairpin. Path is clear.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 12/13/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Spotted yet another coyote, this time near Stillwater Bridge.
8135 Moore Open Space Nordic 12/13/2015 10:00 AM
11:00am Replaced all "Dogs must be leashed" signs to "No dogs" signs on Moore OS nordic track. U-post at Maroon Ct. access needs to be reset to be better visible. Also discovered a melted out possible campsite with no trash (Victor?) off trail in center of Moore OS.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Trails 12/13/2015 9:30 AM
9:45am Reported an unattended silver sedan off a steep embankment between Brush Creek Rd & Trail. Footprints suggest driver walked trail down to Intercept Lot. CSP responded.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Wildlife 12/13/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Watched three very bold coyotes romp around the Owl Creek Rd.-Trail intersection.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Wildlife 12/13/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Watched three very bold coyotes romp around the Owl Creek Rd.-Trail intersection.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 12/13/2015 8:00 AM
9:00am Began the long process of removing duplicate entries from Ranger Mobile Compliance. Rangers: please make sure to look for an existing entry before starting anew. I need to do this better too...
8135 Lani White Trail Maintenance 12/12/2015 3:00 PM
Chipped ice from staircase. It was looking too much like an icy death ramp.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 12/12/2015 1:30 PM
1:30pm Advised a group of hut trippers on the route to the Benedict Huts.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 12/12/2015 1:30 PM
1:45pm I encountered a perturbed Erik Skarvan on upper HC. Skarvan asked if I had seen anyone with an inflatable sled. When I said the aforementioned hut trippers had one, Skarvan explained that he had left his $400 European racing sled near Benedict Bridge while running a lap on Verena Mallory and that it had been stolen... Skarvan pursued the group and recovered his sled. Later, I walked and talked with Skarvan at length. He had much to say on the topic of "entitlement," but was generally pleasant.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 12/12/2015 1:30 PM
1:50pm Discovered a large tree downed across HC trail below the hairpin turn in HC Rd. I cleared a path for hikers and limbed the trunk as best I could. We'll need a chainsaw.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 12/12/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Verbal Warning: Katharina Zoefelt of Denver for DOL (St. Bernard) on EOA at South Gate. Zoefelt was feisty at first, but I talked her into being downright pleasant. Handed out Pitkin Outside card and discussed V&S control trails.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 12/11/2015 10:30 AM
Caroline Moore (70YO plus ) fell on ice on RGT above Slaughter Falls and required Ambi transpo
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 12/10/2015 2:00 PM
I played Bill today and checked on all OST dogi pots. We should be good to go for the weekend.
8135 Emma Trail Closed Area 12/10/2015 12:00 PM
12:00pm Contacted four hunters in a pickup on Emma Trail (driver: Bruce Lankow, 20650 HWY 82, Basalt). The group was very compliant and maintained that the Town of Basalt has historically allowed them to park along Emma Trail at the SG station and duck hunt in the wetlands. Lankow made it very clear they were "not trying to do anything illegal. I instructed Lankow to call his contact at Basalt and have them call OST. Followed up with JA & GT. Hunters are not allowed to drive on trail. No hunting on OST, except per Mgmt Plan. Hunters may cross OST with unloaded weapon.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Dog Offense 12/10/2015 11:30 AM
11:30am Monitored a call regarding loose dogs near Pitkin Iron. I did not see any dogs in the area. 48 actually ended up serving someone a ticket.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 12/10/2015 11:00 AM
10:45am Educational contact with woman walking one leashed dog & one DOL on Steven's Drive. Reminded her of leash law before she accessed RGT.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Resource Damage 12/10/2015 11:00 AM
11:00am Checked on location of two men cutting a tree near Upper River Road-Gerbaz Road intersection above RGT. According to parcel map - the tree is right on the border of BLM and private land. All seems OK.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Closed Area 12/10/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Checked in on Deer Creek and Lazy Glen OS homesteads. There were footprints visible in snow on DC driveway, but nothing else seems amiss.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 12/10/2015 9:30 AM
9:40am Verbal Warning: Neddie Graham for DOL (swiss mtn dog) on EOA near Stillwater Dr. Very polite. Lectured about winter wildlife concerns.
839 Emma Open Space Parking 12/08/2015 2:30 PM
Keep eye on white Lexus Tx BCX 4074 and green Tac Co 328-SVT for park n ride
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/08/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Documented vehicle tracks bypassing Jack Rabbit Ridge gate and trespassing on Sky MP.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 12/08/2015 8:00 AM
8:15am Made the final follow up call to Scholten in reply to her voicemail. Left contact info for PitCo Combined Courts to reconcile fine payment.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 12/06/2015 10:30 AM
Quite quiet out for a sunny Sunday.
839 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 12/05/2015 4:00 PM
3 verb warnings to joggers on trail, difficult to articulate closure right now
839 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/05/2015 3:00 PM
Quad trespass onto Cozyline, went up to 1st shale switchback.
839 Redstone Park Parking 12/04/2015 9:00 PM
Pink tagged blk Chev Avalanche frequently left in bathroom parking lot ( believed owned by General store )
839 Redstone Boulders OS Closed Area 12/04/2015 10:00 AM
Closed Janeway /Tarr trail for season under "mgt plan study in progress”
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Patrol/Outreach 12/03/2015 12:00 PM
12:15pm Educational contacts with a dog walker on AK regarding V&S control of hyper dog. Owner did a great job though of leashing dog from car to trailhead. Fielded multiple questions about trail counters - people were very curious to know peak hiker numbers for trail.
8135 Stein Trail Closed Area 12/02/2015 2:30 PM
3:30pm Updated dates on signage atop both Stein Trails, in Stein Park, and in Jaffee Park. The bridge will not be done until sometime this month...
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/02/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Tried to meet with Dave from the Nordic Center - he is out until Tuesday. Snow for the nordic system looks rough...
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 12/02/2015 12:30 PM
1:00pm Educational contact with poor V&S control of ancient dog above upper lot. Fed the dog a biscuit and had a nice chat with the owner.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 12/02/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Watched some paragliders land at the NSP LZ on skis!
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 12/02/2015 8:00 AM
9:00am Met with Ranger Mobile designer, Kirk. He will be fixing ongoing errors with DOB entry and improving flow & function per ranger suggestions.
8135 Crystal Trail Wildlife 12/01/2015 3:00 PM
Ol' Billy the bull elk has been removed from the CT for pickup by CDOT.
8135 Red Wind Point Closed Area 12/01/2015 10:30 AM
Red Wind Point, Thomas Creek OS, Perham Creek TH, Sky MP, Brush Creek, Glassier OS, and Seven Star Ranch are closed for the season (until May 15/March 31).
839 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 11/30/2015 12:00 PM
Installed sign out for paraapente
839 East of Aspen Trail Trails 11/30/2015 10:00 AM
Repair railings at boardwalk
8135 Lani White Trail Dog Offense 11/29/2015 12:30 PM
12:45pm Verbal Warning: Paul Kienast for small DOL on HC staircase. Very polite, but indicated he thought leash rule did not apply in winter - first warning.
8135 Lani White Trail Penalty Assessment 11/29/2015 12:30 PM
12:50pm Citation: Tiffany Antos (previously entered as "Antoz") for DOL on Lani White. Antos and friend ran back the direction they came when they saw me talking to another dog walker. I contacted Antos further up the trail. Initially, Antos gave false ID and refused to cooperate. Antos was full of insults for rangers. I eventually talked her into cooperating - this is her 6th DOL contact. I handed out a leash, discussed the rationale of regs at length, and issued a citation. That Verbal Judo training was useful, eh?
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 11/29/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Written Warning: Cody Oates (AVSC coach) for dog way out of V&S control; the dog got loose from Centennial Apartments. Very polite - first (and last) warning.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 11/29/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Verbal Warning: Jamie McLeod for DOL (Rhodesian ridgeback) - very polite and cooperative, but acknowledged passing right by the sign. I informed her that next time she is contacted for dog off-leash it will be a ticket.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 11/29/2015 11:00 AM
12:00pm Observed many footprints in NSP meadow and along river. I will leave No Access signs posted until we get more snow.
8135 Crystal Trail Wildlife 11/29/2015 9:00 AM
9:15am CDOT did not remove dead bull elk from Crystal Trail. One antler has been sawed off carcass since I last saw it. Surprisingly, I saw about a dozen walkers, many with dogs, on the Crystal Trail.
8135 Elk Park Dog Offense 11/29/2015 8:30 AM
9:00am Educational contact with ornery man leaving Elk Park with rambunctious small DOL. Reminded him of regs and handed out leash.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 11/28/2015 10:30 AM
warning to Joy Reichert with DOL black mid size dog at Pitkin Iron
8135 Crystal Trail Mutual Aid 11/27/2015 3:00 PM
4:00pm Responded to Crystal River Trail per 66 request to remove a dead "buck." I discovered a very large dead bull elk - not a deer - on the trail below road grade near the county line. CDOT will remove the carcass. I notified DWM Groves due to the high quality of the bull (at least a nice 5x5).
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 11/27/2015 12:00 PM
1:15pm Pink-tagged purple Yamaha snowmobile parked on Smuggler Mtn Rd uphill of Observation Deck.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Wildlife 11/27/2015 12:00 PM
1:30pm Encountered the first hut trippers of the season! They were packing in turkey dinner to the Benedict Huts.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 11/27/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Cleaned up a Thanksgiving turkey that was dumped (and picked clean by birds) at South Gate lot. Observe some happy folks hiking in snow at JHS.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 11/27/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Patrolled Phillips RGT and Dart dog closure - no one on trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/27/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Met Tom D. of 46 Phillips Hillside, owner of abandoned bike and "aid station." I returned the bike and explained the regs about storing property on OST. Tom explained the items I cleaned up - a broken bucket, umbrella, table, etc. - was an aid station he set up and maintained for cyclists. Tom was in the hospital for two months and did not go back to clean up items. I gave him JA's card to discuss "trail side amenities" he wants to see along RGT.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/27/2015 9:30 AM
10:20am Met Aurelio & Aaron of RFC in Lazy Glen OS - they are doing a final winter inspection of their ditch.
839 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 11/25/2015 1:30 PM
removed bear warning sign, need to assess any adjunctive or seasonal signage.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 11/24/2015 8:30 AM
Patrolled Phil Hill twice , have never seen a soul
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 11/21/2015 10:30 AM
Patrol Phil hill
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 11/21/2015 8:00 AM
Patrol Phil hill area
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 11/20/2015 12:00 PM
abandoned Honda Element is removed.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 11/20/2015 11:00 AM
Patrol Phillips hillside area
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/19/2015 12:00 PM
12:00pm I followed up on stuck SUV on Smuggler. I inspected vehicle - it has been here for awhile, possibly several days - and is woefully snowed in. Beer cans were visible inside near driver's seat. I worked with Deputy Josh Bennett to run plates & contact RO (Leslee Francis). I informed Leslee she has 24hrs to remove vehicle or it will be towed at her expense. Leslee claimed she was "not using it" right now, but would tell the "person who is using it to move it." 2nd contact with Leslee for abandoned vehicle stashed on Smuggler.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 11/19/2015 10:30 AM
11:55am Verbal Warning: John Bakken of Smuggler Mine for dog (tan medium) out of V&S control at logging deck. Very apologetic, chased down dog with leash.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 11/19/2015 9:00 AM
9:45am Verbal Warning: Lori Gurtman for DOL (Bernese) on EOA near Stillwater Bridge. She bolted when she saw my truck. Contacted her near Stillwater Drive. Her response: "I thought the law didn't apply in the winter." I explained how law is even more important in the winter to protect wildlife. Handed out leash. I later found out Lori has been verbally warned for DOL on EOA before.
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 11/19/2015 8:00 AM
8:00am Spoke with Dispatch about Honda Element stuck atop Smuggler (CO: QSO-775). PCSO has "turned it over to Open Space."
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 11/18/2015 3:00 PM
Blue snowmobile parked at Silverbrick, tagged. Please check THursday
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Trails 11/18/2015 2:30 PM
Convinced a group of nice kids not to build a snowboard jump on Aspen-Mass trail.
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 11/18/2015 1:00 PM
Saw Aspen Commercial dog walker Blumberg w/6 dogs at golf course, 3 off leash running a little wild
839 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 11/18/2015 10:00 AM
Meeting w/ SMV Animal control/Rangers
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 11/17/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Checked on semi-truck that went off the road at South Gate. Vehicle blocked both lanes of 82, but did not damage OST.
8135 Open Space & Trails Trails 11/17/2015 8:00 AM
8:30am Monitored call regarding 7 loose cows on Grace-Shehi OS. 345 and 317 responded. Contacted James Grange.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 11/16/2015 1:00 PM
About a third of Smuggler lot is closed for the season (steep and icy = sandwiched cars).
839 Hunter Creek Trail Closed Area 11/16/2015 1:00 PM
Closed Hunter ck rd for R & B
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 11/16/2015 11:00 AM
Sky MP is back open to the public after the successful limited-lotto cow elk hunt.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 11/15/2015 2:30 PM
Patrolled Sky MP fourth-season cow elk hunt closure boundary. Hunt ends tonight at sundown. Sky MP will open to the greater public tomorrow AM.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 11/15/2015 1:00 PM
2:30pm Disposed of tent & other trash from camp above SH Falls. Discovered yet another fire pit in a formerly brushed-in area nearby. Re-brushed both sites.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 11/15/2015 1:00 PM
2:30pm Educational contact with dog walker entering Stein Park from parking lot for terrible V&S control. Lectured on park and trail rules. Nice, but spacey.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 11/15/2015 12:30 PM
1:00pm Shoveled out Smuggler lot kiosk. After I talk to R&B tomorrow about borrowing barrels, I will close off steep section of parking lot. For now, the lot is mostly melted out (but we are in for a storm tonight!).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 11/15/2015 11:30 AM
Jaffee lot contractor parking was non-existent today, but, of course, it is a Sunday.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Closed Area 11/15/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Dart property section of the RGT is now closed to dogs until 4/30/16 for habitat protection.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Dog Offense 11/15/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Educational contact with two dog walkers from South Dakota unloading leashed dogs from their truck in front of a Dart dog closure sign (that I posted just minutes before!). Very cooperative.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/15/2015 10:00 AM
11:00am Contacted man driving green tractor on RGT - just COA/PitCo Nordic at work!
839 Stein Trail Penalty Assessment 11/14/2015 11:30 AM
wrote Diana Duffy $500 ticket for 2nd offense with 2 dogs (one warning) 4th time we have dealt with her on Stein
839 East of Aspen Trail Trails 11/14/2015 10:30 AM
Boardwalk OK (still broken rails) Repaired broken fence at parapente Area on e of a
839 East of Aspen Trail Maintenance 11/13/2015 12:00 PM
Boardwalk work done for season. Promoted railing repairs to GT
839 Emma Homestead Parking 11/13/2015 8:00 AM
Tagged white outback co 326-JPQ and maroon Nissan compact co 913-UCP at schoolhouse, chronic park n riders
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Closed Area 11/11/2015 12:00 PM
12:30pm Closed Grace-Shehi Bike Park for season.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/11/2015 12:00 PM
1:00pm Patrolled Glassier homestead. It appears the black cat is gone?
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Maintenance 11/11/2015 10:30 AM
Picked up 836's repaired Orbea. It is looking as good as an old Orbea can...
839 Stein Property Penalty Assessment 11/11/2015 9:00 AM
CPW cited woman for shooting at elk on Stein OS
8135 Stein Property Penalty Assessment 11/11/2015 9:00 AM
8:45am Responded to report of hunters firing shots while standing in McClain Flats Rd. Patrolled from Jaffee Park east to check for poaching on OST. Encountered DWM Chacone, 67, and 839 uphill of mile marker 3.0 with stopped car. Hunting site determined to be on Stein OS. Female hunter out of Fort Carson cited by DWM for hunting in closed area. Hunter shot multiple times from in or near road, but missed elk.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 11/10/2015 1:00 PM
4:00pm Closed interior of Sky MP (Airline, Skyline, Cozyline, Ditchline) for limited fourth-season cow elk hunt. Trails are a horrendous muddy mess. No fun for bikers anyways.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 11/10/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Ran into the famous Erik Skarvan while he was snow biking in HC Valley. Erik was surprisingly polite and seemed like he was just having a good ol' time.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Wildlife 11/10/2015 9:30 AM
9:30am Found a large dead 6-point buck lodged partway in a culvert on the new Aspen-Mass trail. The deer's back legs were badly broken. Blood trail uphill suggests he got hit on 82, bedded down a couple times, and then died in the ditch. No evidence of bullet or arrow wound. I removed the deer from the culvert and dragged him uphill of the trail.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Maintenance 11/10/2015 9:00 AM
9:00am Aspen-Mass Trail is now open. Be careful of loose gravel on shoulder of bridge over RF River.
8135 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 11/10/2015 8:00 AM
8:30am Met with Bill; he thinks Deer Creek gate may have been left open by hunters accessing draw behind houses. They may park trucks in hard to see spot near irrigation pond. Bill is going to buy a lock for gate (combo will be per the standard formula).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 11/09/2015 1:30 PM
1:30pm Tagged a tent camp in formerly brushed-in site above Slaughterhouse Falls. I'll check back within 24 hrs.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 11/09/2015 12:30 PM
12:50pm Verbal Warning: Lauren Sydney (30s, F) for DOL (med. gray & black heeler). She leashed dog when she saw me, and cooperated very reluctantly. It took much convincing to get her to stay and talk. She snapped at me when running her name took longer than "just a second." Her behavior seemed really nervous, but I could not find anyone close to her in RM and her dog was well behaved. First warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 11/09/2015 11:00 AM
Chipped ice from HC staircase. FYI shovel is still stashed behind a tree downhill and to the left of the stairs.
8135 Crystal Trail Dog Offense 11/08/2015 4:00 PM
5:00pm Made an educational contact with a woman entering OST Crystal Trail with DOL. Very compliant.
8135 Crystal Trail Dog Offense 11/08/2015 4:00 PM
4:30pm Monitored call regarding lost dog on Smuggler. Heather Becker's black lab, "Driggs," ran off while hiking BTS trail. The dog is wearing an orange collar.
8135 Crystal Trail Wildlife 11/08/2015 4:00 PM
4:00pm Monitored call regarding sow and injured cub at HC trailhead. The bears ran off when 142 approached - they seemed relatively healthy.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 11/08/2015 3:30 PM
4:00pm Responded to Dispatch report of drone on North Star. 12 responded as well. UTL.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 11/08/2015 3:30 PM
4:00pm Made an educational contact with a nice guy wade fishing downstream of Wildwood and upstream of JHS near OST boundary. Informed him of fishing regs in NSP. He had permission to fish from nearby private landowner.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/08/2015 12:00 PM
12:30pm Helped Julie pick up Sky MP elk permit.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 11/08/2015 12:00 PM
12:45pm "Nannied" a group of ornery guys and their dogs until they improved V&S control and picked up poop.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 11/08/2015 11:00 AM
11:00am BHS school lot and nearby Rio lot full up apparently for some sort of event. Too many cars to tag. Trail busy as well - dogs were on leash. Tagged truck is gone from Emma lot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Closed Area 11/08/2015 11:00 AM
11:15am Black cat is still living at Glassier, but no sighting of John McCullar. I saw very recent boot and dog tracks on homestead property. No one on site.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 11/08/2015 10:00 AM
10:00am Bulldozer and trailer has been removed from Jaffee lot. Aspen-Mass Trail is still closed due to weather work delays.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 11/08/2015 10:00 AM
10:15am Tagged bike is still locked up on RGT across from Phillips trailer park. I will need bulkier bolt cutters and a hacksaw to remove lock.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/08/2015 10:00 AM
10:30am Investigated open gate on closed Deer Creek property. Two doors were left open on main house. Nothing amiss inside. No one seen on site. Bill observed gate open earlier this week too. Closed gate & doors.
839 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 11/07/2015 1:00 PM
installed another 30 holer for rope closure at viewline/deadline
839 Sky Mountain Park Bicycle Action 11/07/2015 1:00 PM
4 devotees walked, pushed (maybe even rode) bikes from Bmilk up airline over skyline to goal of riding Deadline !
839 Sky Mountain Park Signage 11/07/2015 8:00 AM
Orientation of remaining hunters for SMP
839 Jaffee Park Parking 11/06/2015 2:00 PM
Trailer w/ backhoe tagged in lot, needs Followup
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/06/2015 12:00 PM
Longtime local radiologist / patroller compliments "very professional" summer ranger crew
839 Emma Homestead Parking 11/06/2015 9:00 AM
Rust colored gmc w/utility shell tagged in lot, parked 4 days, reached Marty 379-1439 told him he is unauthorized.
839 Crystal Trail Trails 11/06/2015 8:00 AM
Counter dock not functioning
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 11/04/2015 2:00 PM
2:30pm 3-4 distinct social trails have developed from lower AK (within OST) to the dog kennels property.
8135 Emma Trail Dog Offense 11/04/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Educational contact with woman who unleashed dog as she left sidewalk and entered Basalt-Mass Trail at Fisherman's Park. She leashed the dog once she looked up and saw me. I reminded her of law.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Penalty Assessment 11/04/2015 12:30 PM
12:30pm Citation: Anneke Scholten for DOL on RGT east of BHS in zero tolerance area. She was very nice, but read the signs and carried no leash. I fed her dog a biscuit and sent them on their way. $100.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 11/04/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Tagged bike locked up in Rio by Phillips trailer park and removed trash from an old event aid station.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Maintenance 11/03/2015 2:30 PM
3:00pm Chatted with crew unloading mini-excavator on Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd. They work for Sagebrush and are contracted to do trail maintenance for TOSV. It seems Highline is getting a much needed touch up.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 11/03/2015 12:30 PM
Chatted with a huge Baja Subaru aficionado in Stein Park. He wants to buy the mighty blue Baja rangermobile when it goes up for auction.
8135 Lani White Trail Dog Offense 11/03/2015 12:00 PM
12:00pm Verbal Warning: David Dieter for DOL (chocolate lab) on LW. Very respectful & cooperative. Handed out leash, explained regs, and recommended Pitkin Outside. First warning.
8135 Lani White Trail Dog Offense 11/03/2015 12:00 PM
12:30pm Verbal Warning: Rick Starr for DOL (cattle dog) on HC - he blew right past leash station. He thought the festive leash colors were a "party thing" and claimed not to know rule. First warning.
839 Open Space & Trails Bicycle Action 11/03/2015 12:00 PM
Spoke with angry, unhappy Curt Wiggers of SMV, avid hiker unsatisfied with everything
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Meeting/Planning 11/03/2015 11:30 AM
Talked on the phone with Source Gas project manager, Jeff Nelson. Aspen-Mass trail should be complete and ready for a final OST walkthrough on Thursday. Reflective striping will be placed on WC section of Rio today. The end is in sight.
8135 Open Space Properties Mutual Aid 11/02/2015 3:00 PM
3:30pm Helped APD & 1958 search for a creepy nude man on the loose near Marolt OS. UTL...
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 11/02/2015 12:30 PM
12:45pm Verbal Warning: Candace Collings of Laguna Beach (soon to be Aspen) for two DOL on HC near Verena Mallory. First warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 11/02/2015 12:30 PM
12:55pm Verbal Warning: Deborah Walson of Aspen for old DOL on HC below Benedict Bridge. Explained bear and wildlife reasons for law. First warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 11/02/2015 12:30 PM
1:20pm Verbal Warning: Jody Haring of Snowmass for DOL on lower HC. First warning. Explained bear concern and recommended Pitkin Outside for trail & regs info.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 11/02/2015 11:00 AM
12:15pm Discouraged yet another group of euros from drinking creek water... Why does this seem like a good idea to Europeans?
8135 Brush Creek Trail Dog Offense 11/02/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Written Warning: Megan Clark for leashed dog in BC dog closure. Very cooperative and respectful. First warning. Megan thanked rangers for helping her when she broke her ankle badly on the Rio in 2014.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Dog Offense 11/01/2015 2:30 PM
3:30pm Took call from concerned citizen, Katherine, who saw dog off-leash near EOA. From her description, the dog was on Preserve HOA property.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Mutual Aid 11/01/2015 2:30 PM
3:30pm Spoke with 77 & Dispatch regarding complaint of loose horse high up on Arbaney-Kittle trail. Informed them the area is BLM property. 77 & 12 responded. Riders with horse trailers parked in the OST lot must've lost the horse. UTL.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Bicycle Action 11/01/2015 2:00 PM
2:00pm Pink-tagged bike (old blue, white & red full-suspension K2) that was left lying on ground in an odd spot in Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd turnaround, likely dumped. No one in area. Bike was not there this morning. Snowmass PD did not know of a missing bike fitting this description.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Signage 11/01/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Removed "Trail May Be Flooded" signs from OC, after no sign of recent water. Beware black ice on lower OC Rd curves!
839 Glassier Open Space Dog Offense 10/31/2015 1:00 PM
Rory called about 3 people with 3 dogs, 2 black , hiking thru Glassier on road/trail, UTL
839 Sky Mountain Park Meeting/Planning 10/31/2015 9:00 AM
dig some flagging on Sky Mtn Park for boundary i.d. got onto Andersen private property, scolded by caretaker
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 10/29/2015 11:30 AM
Failure tor remove waste=Janet Smith (false name?) / Lack sight control, almost missed poop, no bags / Lady Fuller again !
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 10/28/2015 2:00 PM
1:50pm 838 and I discovered a large abandoned squatter site near the river 500' downstream of Stein Bridge. Multiple tents and other trash. 6 contractor bags worth of junk hauled up from river side. Rehabbed site.
8135 Stein Trail Dog Offense 10/28/2015 1:00 PM
1:30pm Written Warning: Monique Vansuchtelen for two DOL (beagles) on Stein Trail. Monique was exceptionally vulgar, rude, and irate. I was overly generous in writing a warning. I'm sure we'll see more of her, as she lives in the ABC. Next enforcement contact = Citation.
8135 Moore Open Space Dog Offense 10/28/2015 12:00 PM
12:25am Made an educational contact with a woman and DOL entering Moore OS. Very compliant - leashed before continuing into OS.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/28/2015 10:00 AM
10:45am Verbal Warning: Amy Weiner for little snaggle-toothed dog off-leash on COA section of RGT. Out of towner. Explained leash rules.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 10/28/2015 10:00 AM
11:00am Dismantled a simple lean-two camp at the RF-MC confluence.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 10/27/2015 2:30 PM
Dumping snow in HC Valley!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 10/27/2015 12:00 PM
12:45pm Discovered recent fire pit and some trash in brushed-in squatter site above SH Falls. Rehabbed site and removed trash.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/27/2015 10:00 AM
10:30am Contacted film crew in Tom Blake lot (Comfort Theory - contracted to film a commercial for Outside TV, Phil Deandrade #352-339-2129). It was the same crew I saw at Sunnyside. I explained permitting rules for nearby OST, and handed out Pitkin Outside card and my contact info. I urged them to contact Janet if they wanted to film on OST, and generally advised them to be careful about filming on USFS land without a permit. Followed up with 243.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 10/27/2015 8:30 AM
Cleared OST stuff from Public Works garage (bikes are now in the lock up). Our bay has been turned over to the plow trucks for the winter.
8135 Sunnyside Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/26/2015 2:30 PM
2:45pm Checked on what looked like commercial camera crew setting up in Sunnyside lot. As I arrived, the crew left OST lot and hiked up into USFS property. (Gray Kia van, IL: Y84-7137).
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 10/26/2015 1:30 PM
Rainy and peaceful on the trails. I did not see a single person on my HC-Smuggler loop.
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 10/26/2015 8:00 AM
Update on Little Cloud OS squatter - Nick has been given one last chance by deputies & landowner to clean up camp & vacate site. If he doesn't clean up by mid-week, landowner will press charges.
836 Lani White Trail Trails 10/25/2015 3:00 PM
Cut and removed dead Aspen tree which fell across Lani White Trail.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 10/25/2015 11:30 AM
1:30pm Sky MP was hoppin' today! Re-brushed in jump at Deadline-Highline intersection. Someone removed brush that Lauren and I placed earlier this fall. Trails are very muddy in shady areas, but dry in the sun.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 10/25/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Pink-tagged a large cache of clothes and a sleeping pad between BC Rd and the underpass. Later talked to "Santa;" he says he keeps the place clean and that I "know where he lives." He indicated he lives somewhere else.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 10/25/2015 10:00 AM
11:30am Closure updates: Seasonal dog closure on Brush Creek Trail is in effect (until 5/16/16). Congo Trail is closed until next summer.
8135 Lazy Glen Open Space Closed Area 10/25/2015 8:30 AM
8:30am Spotted a vehicle parked at closed Lazy Glen OS. Vehicle left on N. River Rd as I arrived (CO: 775 HVJ, Hispanic male, green pickup). The man and truck looked familiar - likely related to nearby ditch maintenance. All building doors, except door to barn apartment were locked. Inspected and secured buildings. Nothing out of the ordinary.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Illegal Camping 10/21/2015 2:30 PM
3:00pm Investigated a fresh cache of clean clothing in woods near large piped ditch between Lani White & HC - no other stashed property or squatter activity in area. Strange.
839 Redstone Park Resource Damage 10/20/2015 3:30 PM
Portable fire pit in park with charcoal debris around it , tagged for removal
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 10/20/2015 3:00 PM
Went on a little field trip to Glassier with Janet. Adjusted wildlife camera to better photograph license plates of trespassing vehicles. Beautiful day on the Crown.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 10/20/2015 2:00 PM
2:30pm Saw "Merlin the Magician" practicing Tai Chi near his van in NSP observation deck parking lot.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 10/20/2015 1:30 PM
1:30pm Responded to call about unattended vehicle in pullout along BC at possible hunting access. Vehicle GOA. No poachers.
839 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 10/20/2015 1:00 PM
Call of two trucks cached in Filoha meadow woods. Was Holy Cross c sawyer crew on RR grade below NP
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Resource Damage 10/19/2015 5:30 PM
Suspicious activity, white truck CO 773SBI erecting structure on lower Lazy Glen OS, contacted Spencer Keep 7/20/81 by newly planted 12' elm tree and bizarre branch structure, claimed no connection,lecture & release
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 10/19/2015 8:30 AM
After discussion with DWM & JA, I deferred penalty decision on Landery poaching case to CPW. OST ticket is voided, in lieu of much stiffer CPW penalty to come.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/18/2015 4:30 PM
Verbal warning to Matt Kinsel for DOL above Slaughterhouse Falls.
836 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 10/18/2015 2:30 PM
Investigated Elk poaching on Sky Mountain.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 10/18/2015 2:00 PM
Coordinated with 838, 202, 11, and DWM Chacon on intercepting and ticketing Richard Landrey for illegal shooting of bull elk in Sky MP. $1000. 836 and I located elk carcass, took GPS coordinates, and documented incident. We also flushed three bears from the area near the carcass.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 10/18/2015 2:00 PM
Monitored traffic regarding squatter, Nick Olson, on private land on Shadow Mtn. The landowners are back in town; they inspected site and observed Olson in camp. Trespassing charges were filed. APD found stolen items in campsite and it sounds like an arrest warrant has been issued.
838 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 10/18/2015 12:30 PM
Observed a white pickup parked at the top of Hidden Valley with a gun case and camo/neon clothing and gear in cab. PH and I then scouted Sky from different vantage points. PH saw a man in hunter orange with guns hiking out and radioed for deputy assistance. Snowmass officer 202 was closest and responded to contact the man returning to his truck with guns and a bull elk head. PH then issued a $1000 citation and poacher awaits contact from CPW.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 10/18/2015 12:00 PM
1:45pm Verbal Warning: Nick Youngblood of CO Springs for DOL on HC below first stream crossing. Very polite.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 10/18/2015 11:30 AM
11:50am Verbal Warning: JoAnn Niebur for DOL on EOA at South Gate. JoAnn said she always picks up after others' dogs and only let her dog off leash because it was a "rainy Sunday." I explained wildlife rationale for leash law, especially near Preserve.
8135 Open Space & Trails Whitewater 10/18/2015 8:30 AM
Purchased a 2-person Tributary Tomcat for Ranger river patrol. North Star floaters, look out.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 10/17/2015 2:30 PM
Spotted bear walking around on Rio near marker 41 at 2:45. Monitored area for a while without further sighting.
1559 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Campsite found/evicted 10/17/2015 11:15 AM
Contacted Nicolas Olson, with 63, in regards to his littering and possible camping on Little Clouds Open Space. We provided him with trash bags, and wrote a warning that will be turned in as a citation if area does not get entirely cleaned up.
839 Stein Trail Dog Offense 10/16/2015 8:00 AM
Karen Bering DOL white lab on stein, verb warn.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Meeting/Planning 10/14/2015 4:00 PM
Attended WW/ACES orientation on planned USFS burn of HC Valley.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 10/12/2015 3:30 PM
4:45pm Chatted with hiker who complained of speeding dirt bikes on Smuggler Mtn Rd. I observed bikers moments before, but they slowed when they saw me. Hiker said he would contact deputies when he got back to town. No call aired.
838 Hummingbird Lode Open Space Wildlife 10/12/2015 1:30 PM
Encountered a hunting camp on the fringe of Hummingbird Lode OSP. Camp turned out to be legally on USFS land.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/12/2015 10:30 AM
11:45am Made two educational contacts for DOL in Herron Park on pathway and in playground. One dog owner is a repeat customer who was very nasty during our last encounter (cited in Dart habitat closure) - today she was disconcertingly lovey-dovey. What is COA's enforcement attitude about Herron Park?
8135 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 10/11/2015 2:30 PM
2:45pm Educational contact with man with DOL on Highline Trail. I explained TOSV rules and Sky MP ban on dogs. I handed out a Pitkin Outside card and leash. Man and dog left trail via Highline road instead of continuing on. Sky MP and Tom Blake lot are as busy as I've ever seen them.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 10/11/2015 2:00 PM
2:30pm Witnessed a minor bike crash at Pitkin Iron-RGT intersection. Approx. 50yo female slid out and fell over in street; she took awhile getting up but declined any medical attention. I stayed on scene until she cleared the roadway.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 10/11/2015 1:30 PM
Verbal warning to Suzzane Redfield of CA for small, yellow, curly-haired DOL.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Mutual Aid 10/11/2015 1:00 PM
2:00pm Assisted 75 in searching for a loose steer on RGT mile 22.0. Grange ranchers found one steer. Patrolled area on bike.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 10/11/2015 11:30 AM
12:30pm HC was busy, but all dogs were on-leash! That's a nice change.
1559 Rio Grande Park Campsite found/evicted 10/11/2015 11:00 AM
Hauled out a sleeping bag w/ tarp and a couple trash bags of things from previously tagged camp in SW corner of Jenni Adair Wetlands.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Found vandalism 10/11/2015 9:45 AM
Found a portion of fence along Maroon Creek side of Iselin Field to have been removed and thrown down embankment. After some huffing and puffing, managed to secure all pieces of fence and reconstruct it.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 10/10/2015 3:30 PM
Monitored a call around 1300 regarding a restraining order/break-in issue involving the residents in the 2nd railroad car down the RGT from Gerbaz Way. Seemed to be resolved and upon bike-by all appeared well and civil.
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 10/10/2015 12:30 PM
Silver Honda SUV CO 746-SCQ and Black Infinity SUV CO QFA-327 parked in first big pullout of Smuggler Mountain Road.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 10/10/2015 9:00 AM
Followed up on potential squatters above Slaughterhouse Falls and found the site(s) to be clear.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 10/09/2015 2:00 PM
2:00pm Observed a very confused-looking black bear cub on Cemetery Lane Rd - likely entered neighborhood from area of Aspen Golf Course.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 10/09/2015 2:00 PM
2:45pm Contacted Tom Petrillo and Mimhye Sim for driving Segways on RGT below Stein Park. Tom cracked a beer as I was approaching them... Couple stated they were unaware of rules & borrowed Segways from friend. Lectured about regs, fines, and the obvious issues inherent in driving a Segway while holding a beer in one hand. Released with warning and instructions to only drive on roads. The duo returned to town via Cemetery Lane Rd.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 10/09/2015 2:00 PM
4:30pm Observed two men hunkered down on shore eating a meal above SH Falls in area of historic squatter camps. No shelter or sleeping bags evident. Worthwhile to check back in the AM.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Illegal Camping 10/09/2015 1:30 PM
1:30pm Monitored call regarding illegal campers "just past the fire station" near the Crystal river in Redstone. 67 responded. I believe this area is USFS property, but it has been an area of concern for OST (our property line is close). 67 ran plates and tagged a vehicle.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Closed Area 10/09/2015 12:00 PM
12:30pm Discovered that lower gate on Smuggler Mtn. Rd-Maintenance Rd trail is unlocked and lock is missing. Later discovered upper gate is unlocked with lock intact.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 10/09/2015 10:30 AM
10:30am Followed up with J. Ladwig regarding 9/30/15 ticket. Ladwig agreed to pay fine and should have money delivered within 5 days. Very civil conversation.
1558 Rio Grande Park Campsite found/evicted 10/08/2015 2:30 PM
Tagged a simple tarp camp on ACES side of Jenny Adair wetland.
1558 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Issued written warning 10/08/2015 12:30 PM
Issued warning to Nina McLemore (business) for disposal of business trash in the streetside can.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 10/07/2015 5:00 PM
No sign of campsites in or around BC underpass. Santa and friend are staked and panhandling out at the intersection.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 10/07/2015 4:00 PM
Spoke with a very happy MTBer on Cozyline - he thanked OST profusely for "doing such a great job up here." Nice to get positive feedback.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/07/2015 12:00 PM
Gave Rachael Watkins a verbal DOL warning on Rio near Shady Lane for a medium brown dog.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 10/07/2015 9:00 AM
9:00am Monitored call regarding loose cattle at BHS-Grace Shehi OSP; BPD contacted ranchers and wrangled cows.
836 East of Aspen Trail Signage 10/06/2015 5:00 PM
Opened entrances on both sides of boardwalk.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 10/06/2015 3:30 PM
Observed railing repairs made on bridge crossing HC below Lani White trail.
836 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 10/06/2015 1:00 PM
Responded to dispatch alert regarding machete wielding man on Rio Trail across from Maroon Creek. Made visual contact with suspect by Stein bridge and held back until APD and County Deputy arrived on scene shortly afterwards. Suspect turned out to be OST employee Nicholas who was chopping down thistles.
839 Castle Creek Trail Trails 10/06/2015 12:00 PM
cut tree down blocking lower Congo Tr
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Whitewater 10/05/2015 3:00 PM
5:00pm Seized abandoned tow-behind inflatable and life jacket from beneath Stillwater Bridge. Now in lockup.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 10/05/2015 3:00 PM
Monitored call regarding "suspicious" characters and a dog picked up by deputies from the bottom of Brush Creek trail. 77 & 73 brought dog to pound. Later determined that the dog belonged to a Cozy Point ranch employee... RP originally called thinking ranch employees were homeless folks.
8135 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 10/05/2015 2:00 PM
3:00pm Found a small abandoned camp between Sani Plant and Stein 69 stairs. Likely the one mentioned by 959/958 earlier this season. Not much to look at.
8135 Stein Trail Signage 10/05/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm The middle of Stein Trail at the bridge is now closed for repairs. I posted signage at the top of the Burlingame switchbacks and the Stein Trail to let people know.
8135 Elk Park Patrol/Outreach 10/05/2015 11:30 AM
Checked on Redstone properties. Filoha is all closed up. Standard crowd at Penny Hot Springs. Some illegal campers on USFS property on riverside across from campground. No sign of any funny business at Elk Park. Chair Mtn looks majestic.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Closed Area 10/04/2015 5:00 PM
6:00pm Closed EOA boardwalk through 10/6 for engineer inspection/repairs.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Patrol/Outreach 10/04/2015 4:00 PM
4:30pm Contacted local man target shooting bow and arrow at Hidden Valley Cemetery in Sky MP. I advised him to move along to COA archery range at Cozy Point. Subject was slightly disgruntled, but complied. Zach from Dispatch called me afterwards and was very happy to learn there was an archery range on OS; he's been dying to find a place to shoot near Aspen.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 10/04/2015 3:30 PM
Gave Ann Bonsli a verbal DOL warning at Hunter Creek Extension / Rio. Medium shaggy dog.
8135 Hummingbird Lode Open Space Trails 10/04/2015 2:00 PM
3:30pm Hummingbird Trail is all clear of downed trees and quite busy. Even Hummingbird Lode OSP had cyclists on it (including one 60-70yo guy on a very fancy E-MTB).
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 10/04/2015 10:30 AM
11:20am Verbal Warning: Michelle Beckwich for DOL on HC above Benedict Bridge. First warning.
836 East of Aspen Trail Signage 10/03/2015 3:30 PM
Trail damage caution sign by boardwalk was either knocked over or blown over. Caution tape looking sloppy.
836 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 10/03/2015 3:00 PM
Observed a moderate amount of vehicle tracks in back area of JHS past the restoration area.
839 Hummingbird Lode Open Space Trails 10/03/2015 1:00 PM
6 trees down from high wind on Friday all over .
839 Moore Open Space Special Event 10/03/2015 9:00 AM
Monitored Town and Trail event , good compliance
836 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 10/03/2015 9:00 AM
Couple of trees down across HC trail.
839 Crystal Trail Accident/Rescue 10/03/2015 8:00 AM
interviewed patient Morgan Reeser and witness Heidi Ahrens from Bike collision of 9/29
836 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 9/30/2015 5:00 PM
Found fresh PBR beer can near tunnel where Santa is working.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 9/30/2015 1:00 PM
1:30pm Citation: Jessica Ladwig of Crested Butte for DOL/Dog in Closed Area at NSP Beach & EOA Trail. Dog was out of control and eluding Ladwig while carrying the tail of a dead animal. Nice, but careless owner. $100.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/30/2015 1:00 PM
12:30pm Educational contact with fisherman at Beach; turned him on to Pitkin Outside for better fishing accesses.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 9/30/2015 1:00 PM
1:00pm Verbal Warning: Lori Gertman of Aspen for DOL (big ol' Bernese) on EOA. First warning.
8135 Open Space & Trails Accident/Rescue 9/30/2015 9:00 AM
Investigated 9/29/15 accident. Followed up with first responders & RP. Limited info available to document due to HIPPA.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/29/2015 4:30 PM
Monitored call regarding accident on Crystal River Trail between BRB & Sustainable Settings. 25yo & 35yo females collided. Head injury & deep laceration. Transported by Bonedale Ambi.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 9/29/2015 3:00 PM
Posted Moose safety/awareness signage at Airline, Viewline, and Brushcreek trailheads.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/28/2015 3:30 PM
4:15pm Verbal Warning: Chessie Stokes (new to Aspen via Boulder) for DOL (Weimaraner?) on HC above stairs. I explained difference between V&S control and OSMP Green Tag program.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 9/28/2015 3:00 PM
3:00pm Removed NSP seasonal signage at loading/unloading area. Removed "Wild America" wildlife cam from South Gate.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 9/28/2015 1:30 PM
3:00pm Pink-tagged large inflatable pull-along-style boat and life jacket stored under Stillwater Bridge. We should remove property if still there in 48hrs.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 9/28/2015 1:00 PM
No sign of "Santa" on Mills Rim or Mills OS.
8135 Airport Ranch Mutual Aid 9/28/2015 12:00 PM
12:00pm Responded to scene and monitored CPW and deputies scaring two aggressive bull moose from Airport onto OS. Deputies closed Highway 82 during operation. DWM, 10, and 14 confronted moose with shotguns, sirens, and beanbag bullets. Other officers used vehicles to haze animals. The two moose charged a couple times and then retreated into Sky MP. I got some photos/video from across the street. Followed up with OST.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Wildlife 9/28/2015 9:00 AM
10:00am Encountered a mamma Black Bear and cub on Smuggler summit. Watched from a distance and outreached nearby hikers/bikers. No chance for good photos.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 9/28/2015 9:00 AM
Removed outdated timber harvest signage from Smuggler kiosks. All forestry equipment and logs are gone.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/27/2015 4:00 PM
5:00pm Met Luke the RP from the dirt bikes on Sunnyside call (two weeks ago?). I thanked him for keeping an eye out on the trail and explained multi-jurisdictional enforcement situation on that trail.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Issued written warning 9/27/2015 3:45 PM
WW to Betty Severy for 2 dogs off leash on Chatfield Trail. Still nice, but still not getting the message.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/27/2015 2:30 PM
2:50pm 14 cars and two bikes at NSP Beach pullout, but only a medium sized beach crowd lounging near the river - about a car per person - talk about a bunch of fossil-fuel intensive rule-followers.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/27/2015 2:00 PM
2:30pm Flagged down by group of cyclists on Rio near Dart Property - what initially looked like a medical situation turned out to be just a malfunctioning rental bike. All is well. Rental company sent spare bike.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/27/2015 1:30 PM
Gave Diane Vitrac a verbal DOL warning for a very small dog above the Benedict bridge.
8135 Emma Homestead Mutual Aid 9/27/2015 1:00 PM
1:30pm Responded to report of break-in at Old Emma Store; I inspected property with 315 & 10. Building is secure.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/27/2015 11:30 AM
11:50am Verbal Warnings for Heather & Louis Beck and Catherine Reagan for DOLs on HC. First warning(s). Compliance on HC could be better...
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Closed Area 9/27/2015 8:30 AM
10:00am Brushed in entrance to social trail from lower Tootsie Roll Trail. Social trail follows old mine road East across mountain.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 9/27/2015 8:30 AM
11:00am Lollipop Trail has developed very confusing spur social trails beyond the Lollipop Cut-off Trail. One spur even ends in a dead end turnaround. I met a MTBer as confused as I was... We need better signage and trail delineation. As it is, Lollipop is difficult to navigate.
1559 Rio Grande Park Weeds-discovered/removed 9/26/2015 1:00 PM
Identified a moderate sized patch of Yellow Toadflax in Jenni Adair Wetlands.
839 Moore Open Space Special Event 9/26/2015 10:00 AM
monitored golden leaf race, squatter tour, congo tr and chapel parking
1558 Sky Mountain Park Park use moderate 9/25/2015 11:30 AM
Big bike ride all over Sky. Thumbs up on Ditchline Trail. So many people happy to see me I had to check twice to make sure I was in uniform.
839 Filoha Meadows Open Space Closed Area 9/24/2015 6:30 PM
cited 2 bow hunters Bryan and Tyler Cloninger for moto trespass on Wildrose, warn 3 counts violation mgt plan, more pending.
838 Stein Trail Signage 9/24/2015 3:30 PM
Mounted Stein Bridge closure sign at top of the switchbacks at the ABC.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 9/23/2015 4:00 PM
Verbal Warning to Paul Barnhart for small black lab off leash above Stein Falls.
1559 Paepcke/Whittaker Park Called to scene 9/23/2015 3:45 PM
A small group appeared to be selling produce on a picnic table in Whittaker Park. After further inquiry, the group is handing out CSA boxes. They do not have a valid Aspen business license and therefore are operating illegally. We directed them to the correct person in City Hall and allowed them to finish today, but plan on not returning until paperwork is in order.
8135 Stein Trail Signage 9/23/2015 3:30 PM
Improved "Bridge Closed" signage on Stein Trail. More to come. Bridge is now impassable.
8135 Stein Trail Dog Offense 9/23/2015 3:30 PM
I made three DOL contacts within five minutes (and barely missed a fourth) on Stein Trail. Rangers, please patrol this area.
8135 Stein Trail Dog Offense 9/23/2015 3:00 PM
3:30pm Verbal Warning: Heidi Ahrens for DOL (small white and brown dog) on Stein 69 stairs. First warning.
8135 Stein Trail Dog Offense 9/23/2015 3:00 PM
3:30pm Verbal Warning: Steven & Katie Waldeck for DOL x 2 (black and white dog, brown dog) on Stein 69 stairs. First official warning. [When I was entering Katie into Ranger Mobile, I discovered her file under misspelled last name. Katie is now overdue for a $100 citation].
1559 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Issued citation 9/23/2015 1:45 PM
Cited Lara Clark ( the habitual offender formerly known as Lara Lewis) for 2nd offense Dog at Large. Rules are confusing to her.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 9/23/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Pink-tagged contractor truck (Orange Dodge 065-HVK) in Stein Park lot after I saw driver park and the leave with crew presumably for job site.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 9/23/2015 10:30 AM
11:30am Stopped two Euros from drinking HC creek water. Lectured about giardia.
838 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Trails 9/23/2015 8:30 AM
Sprayed an active wasp nest in the bike park. Will follow up for results.
8135 Lani White Trail Wildlife 9/22/2015 5:00 PM
6:00pm Heard a bunch of coyotes howling like crazy up above Lani White Trail.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/22/2015 4:00 PM
5:00pm Verbal Warning: John Zelazny for DOL (golden) on HC below first bridge. Cooperative - first warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 9/22/2015 12:00 PM
12:30pm Located elusive suicidal male subject on RGT and assisted 75 with contact. Observed subject east of Stein Park and followed at a distance to area west of Stein Falls. Informed 75 of subject's location. Subject ran up shale bluff when he spotted 75; we talked him down and he agreed to seek help. 75 transported subject to HHS/Mind Springs.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/22/2015 10:30 AM
11:30am Chatted with Daniel Jones - CEO/Chair of 21st Century Parks in KY. Jones wants to learn more about how to establish trail patrols and OS in general - I gave him JA's contact info.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Resource Damage 9/22/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Contacted a group of men en español at Stein Park for gathering river rocks for driveway project. (Hispanic men, silver F150, CO: 003-VKB). An RP had called the SO reporting the men dumping something in the river. No dumping evident. I explained that the river was public property and sent them on their way. Very cooperative group.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 9/21/2015 5:00 PM
Written Warning: Tim Mowry for DOL on RGT/Stein Trail near Stein Falls (old dog was rescued from river by rangers & deputies on 9/9/15; Mowry later retrieved dog from Animal Shelter). Mowry was apologetic in the extreme and very thankful for dog's rescue. The dog is senile and on many meds; Mowry left dog in office at ABC during down valley trip and a co-worker let it out. Mowry's explanation was convincing. I believe we won't have DOL issues with Mowry again.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/21/2015 4:00 PM
4:15pm Educational contact with dog owner in HC BLM lot - she leashed DOL before entering trail. Answered questions about trail route.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 9/21/2015 4:00 PM
Issued verbal DOL warning to Branden Hughes near Stein Park. Lanky black dog.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/21/2015 12:30 PM
Issued Laurie Jackson and written DOL warning after pursuing her for nearly 200 yeards. Blk & White dog.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/21/2015 12:30 PM
Issued verbal DOL warning to Denise Borestein. Small shaggy sheepdog.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 9/21/2015 12:00 PM
12:30pm Followed up with J. Nelson - SG trail project manager. The crew is still having trouble with noncompliant trail users walking into active work sites. It sounds like SG's contractors are doing everything they can to keep public safe. Trails should be done in 3 weeks.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Dog Offense 9/21/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Verbal Warning: Kathy McDevitt for DOL on RGT near WC. She walked around an orange fence and right through an active construction site. She claimed ignorance of leash rule despite living here for a "long time." I educated McDevitt about dangers of construction site - duh! First warning.
836 East of Aspen Trail Resource Damage 9/21/2015 10:00 AM
Removed bike lock that was attached to Stillwater Bridge
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Bicycle Action 9/21/2015 9:00 AM
Removed tagged bike locked to tree adjacent to Stein Park parking lot and brought to West Door.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Illegal Camping 9/20/2015 5:00 PM
5:30pm Hidden Valley Cemetery Rd squatter camp has been cleaned up and brushed in. "Santa" and his buddy are still panhandling near the BC underpass.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Maintenance 9/20/2015 5:00 PM
5:30pm Inspected closures on Aspen-Mass; the bottom looks closed up, but the orange fencing at the top has been torn down. I fixed the fence and will follow up with J. Nelson tomorrow. Nelson said the crew is still getting people ignoring the barriers and entering the active work site.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Illegal Camping 9/20/2015 3:30 PM
3:30pm Spotted the infamous Nick Olson on 82 near North Star. I respected his right to enjoy the area, but we should keep an eye out for any possible campsites and littering. I am still working with 74 on busting up his Little Cloud camp.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/20/2015 3:30 PM
4:00pm Got into prolonged and heated discussion with two older hikers (one is a Forest Conservancy volunteer) on EOA about dogs off-leash on USFS property at Wildwood and many other greater tangentially related issues on forestland - not OST land. I explained the multiple jurisdictions at play in North Star. I encouraged them to report aggressive dog issues at Wildwood to the Sheriff's Office. The angrier hiker informed me she would leave money in her will specifically for USFS "dog enforcement." She was very happy when I issued a warning to a dog owner on the trail, but indicated that she wished it had been a ticket.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Dog Offense 9/20/2015 3:30 PM
4:00pm Verbal Warning: Maureen Sharaf for DOL on EOA by JHS gate. Cooperative & leashed dog upon request.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 9/20/2015 2:00 PM
Educational contact with a male riding his bike on the road out in James H. He was very polite and compliant and didn't not see the fine print within the interpretive signage.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 9/20/2015 11:30 AM
1:00pm Discovered several social trails branching off Smuggler Mtn Rd 3-4 switchbacks above last residence. Trails have some evidence of recent use, but ultimately devolve into a labyrinth of game trails - no Al Beyer trail system here.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Closed Area 9/20/2015 11:30 AM
1:45pm Educational contact with couple who parked black Jeep (FL: V05-9IB) inside unlocked gate atop Smuggler. Man and woman were sitting at picnic table near Park Regent Mine when I contacted them. Woman was holding water pipe; man drove vehicle for her. They were cooperative & understanding. Gate at top kiosk was left unlocked - mostly likely by the timber contractors. I locked gate. Many leaf peeper vehicles on Smuggler Mtn Rd today. I will follow up with JA.
8135 Grace-Shehi Bike Park Trails 9/20/2015 10:30 AM
10:30am Discovered a large active wasp nest in BHS Bike Park. Forwarded photos to Bill.
836 James H. Smith Open Space Resource Damage 9/19/2015 3:15 PM
Observed an impressive volunteer turnout for the North Star Restoration Project
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 9/19/2015 11:15 AM
Responded to Dispatch call concerning motorbikes on the Sunnyside Trail. I confronted the bikers as they came out at the trailhead on McClain Flats and requested deputy assistance. No one had jurisdiction but since the bikes were not street legal deputies made them walk the motorbikes home.
838 James H. Smith Open Space Special Event 9/19/2015 8:00 AM
Assisted volunteers in parking their vehicles for the stream bank restoration work and then hung out for a bit to lend a hand planting. Hard working group!
836 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 9/19/2015 7:15 AM
Monitored Balloon Festival. Notified several photographers they could not setup tripods on Sky Mountain. Assisted a balloonist in distress above the Viewline/Ditchline trails on Sky Mountain. I informed to pilot to take whatever actions were necessary for the safety of the passengers. He managed to keep the balloon suspended just above the brush, touching down only on the Ditchline trail only a few times before we were able to pull the balloon over to the Rodeo lot. I pilot was very gracious in accepting the citation I wrote him for violating the Sky Mountain Management plan.
836 Sheriff's Office Mutual Aid 9/19/2015 6:45 AM
At 6:45 AM I was notified by Snowmass Police that Officer Franz observed my OST bike being stolen from the back of the Baja at 3:30 AM. Franz took the bike and suspected Snowmass bike thief to the police station. After some processing, SMP released the bike to me.
839 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/18/2015 4:30 PM
written warning to Tracy Corson for blk and white dog off leash
839 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 9/18/2015 2:30 PM
cleaned up a lot of little trash in and around the underpass including new tuna cans and pears, etc All that is left in around tunnel should be thrown away (including food stuff) I spoke at length to Ron and Mike about not hanging around underpass at all and not littering. They are full of verbal compliance but need to be monitored.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Bicycle Action 9/18/2015 1:00 PM
Recieved complaint from several hikers concerning a reckless biker wearing an orange helmet and black shirt near V. Mallory.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Closed Area 9/18/2015 11:00 AM
Checked Stein Bridge site and signage.
836 East of Aspen Trail Signage 9/18/2015 9:00 AM
Placed caution tape on boardwalk damaged rails and cones on entrance to both sides.
839 Stein Trail Penalty Assessment 9/17/2015 5:00 PM
Cited Diana Duffy with 2 dogs off leash, had no leashes and lied to me about having them. Previous contacts also.
838 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 9/17/2015 4:30 PM
Followed up on squatter activity in Brush Creek underpass. No one present, tagged belongings, noted two familiar men panhandling at intersection above.
839 Stein Trail Trails 9/17/2015 2:30 PM
needing more outreach and directional signage for bridge project
838 Nancy's Path Trails 9/17/2015 1:30 PM
Opened up Nancy's Path gate for cattle passage.
839 East of Aspen Trail Resource Damage 9/17/2015 1:30 PM
large spruce split about 15' up and fell onto boardwalk punching deck and breaking rails. Bill cut tree, need to place ribbon on broken rails
839 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 9/17/2015 12:00 PM
micro cleanup of beach area, ongoing, found areas of t.p. and even fresh feces in willows
838 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/17/2015 11:00 AM
Verbal warning to Karen Fink for large yellow lab off leash.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 9/16/2015 5:00 PM
5:00pm Followed up with J. Ottero regarding citation on 9/15/15. Ottero was very apologetic & open to dialogue. Referred her to Pitkin Outside for future regs questions. Downgraded citation to written warning after educational convo. It sounds like Wilkinson and Snowmass PD gave her quite the scare... she will not be walking her dog in Sky MP again.
838 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 9/16/2015 5:00 PM
Found a vacant tent, charcoal grill, and cooler in the turnaround at the top of Hidden Valley. Pink-tagged and photographed. PH informed 243.
838 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 9/16/2015 4:30 PM
Contacted a long/grey bearded man who I've seen panhandling at the HWY 82/Brush Creek Intersection, sleeping just outside the Brush Creek underpass. Told him to move along. Also noted another sleeping bag and belongings that may belong to an additional party who was actively panhandling at the intersection.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Bicycle Action 9/16/2015 2:30 PM
2:55pm Educational contact with two mountain bikers going way too fast down HC below kiosk. They were skilled and able to stop fast for hikers, but they were still absolutely flying downhill.
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Maintenance 9/16/2015 9:00 AM
9:30am RGT is closed and fenced from W Lower Bullwinkle Rd (by WC USPS) to Woody Creek Rd. WC TH is closed. Significant portions of trail have been removed for utility work. Workers are maintaining a detour on swept road around construction.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Whitewater 9/16/2015 8:30 AM
9:00am Aspen-Mass accesses are signed with "Trail Closed" sawhorses - no fencing installed so far. No obvious signs of trespass. Workers on site.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 9/15/2015 3:30 PM
4:30pm Tried out some roving outreach on Jaffee River Trail - made several educational contacts regarding fly-only fishing reg and one dog leash law. We need to post CPW signs with more accurate verbiage - Wild Trout Water reg states catch & release by fly-rod only from McFarlane Gulch to Woody Creek. This rule is not clear with existing signage.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 9/15/2015 2:30 PM
3:30pm Responded to multiple reports of woman with dog in Sky Mtn Park (during COSA tour). 243 & 202 stopped subject on Ditchline and collected ID info: Josephina Ottero of Aspen/Argentina. I did not reach Ottero before she left OST property, but I have all info. Violation may be due to very small No Dog signage TOSV Parks has installed at the entrance to Ditchline, replacing the large OST No Dogs sign. However, Ottero has reportedly been hiking up here since before the signage change. Citation issued pending follow up.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 9/15/2015 12:00 PM
12:45pm Spoke with Deputy Marcin on the phone about the Little Cloud fiasco. He is doing everything he can to prosecute Olson and get Little Cloud cleaned up, but he probably needs an official landowner complaint. I offered him OST assistance if he needs it.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Maintenance 9/15/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Took call from Jeff Nelson, Source Gas project manager for Aspen-Mass & RGT/WC construction. Nelson apologized for past issues with project, and promised to better sign and fence off trail closures. Aspen-Mass & RGT @ WC are now closed completely. Nelson wants to work closely with OST field staff and offered his number if we have any issues (#970-319-4845). I will do a site walkthrough tomorrow. The contractors are still having issues with noncompliant trail users (including a woman with a stroller who entered a site with an active bulldozer).
8135 Open Space Properties Illegal Camping 9/15/2015 9:30 AM
10:30am Investigated report from Deputy 74 (Marcin, #970-379-5696) of another camp near Little Cloud Trail that looks like a "little landfill." I found a new, larger, very trashy campsite on what appears to be private land within the County. There is a hole with a mattress and much garbage spread throughout. I believe this is where N. Olson sleeps. I left a voicemail with Marcin and requested he contact me. Followed up with JA.
8135 Open Space Properties Vandalism 9/15/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Monitored call regarding graffiti and vandalism to "project on bridge at Smith Hill Way" a.k.a. The utility company reroute of Aspen Mass. Deputy 10 investigated.
8135 Open Space & Trails Accident/Rescue 9/15/2015 8:00 AM
9:00am Finished updating Accidents & Medical Calls Log (in Sheets) with all significant incidents in Passdown dating back to 2/22/15. Enjoy.
836 Aspen Mass Trail Signage 9/14/2015 4:00 PM
Spoke to workers about placing "Trail Closed" signs on trail when they leave in the evening.
836 East of Aspen Trail Signage 9/14/2015 9:00 AM
Turned "Congestion" road signs outward.
836 Aspen Mass Trail Signage 9/14/2015 8:30 AM
Trail closed signs were not properly placed. I placed them back on the trail. No workers were present at the time.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 9/13/2015 3:30 PM
4:30pm Verbal Warning: Katherine Libe for DOL (one curly gray medium dog) on RGT below Gold Butte.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 9/13/2015 1:30 PM
Assisted cyclist with irreparable bike. Arranged for Mountain Taxi to pick him up at Wingo Pedestrian bridge.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 9/13/2015 12:30 PM
1:00pm Responded to hiker report of approx. 75yo male in possible physical distress. Walked and talked with man and wife for 30min en route to viewing deck. They seemed slow, but otherwise healthy and denied health issues.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 9/13/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Monitored call regarding loose cow on Basalt-Mass Trail - Deputy 10 & the Granges caught the animal.
8135 Stein Trail Mutual Aid 9/13/2015 10:30 AM
10:30am Checked Stein Trail for dead cat on Dispatch request - all clear up to ABC.
8135 Stein Trail Dog Offense 9/13/2015 10:30 AM
10:45am Written Warning x 2: Jodie Powell of Bonedale for no bags and shoddy job disposing of dog waste. She was very cooperative & apologetic. Lectured on river water quality and regs.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/13/2015 10:00 AM
Issued 2nd DOL warning in a week to Michelle Etkin. Medium grayish mix. Bad attitude again.
838 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Trails 9/13/2015 10:00 AM
Bollard at Holland Hills end of Basalt/Snowmass trail is not adhered and set off to side.
838 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 9/13/2015 8:30 AM
Followed up on squatter activity from previous day at Gerbaz way fishing access. No campers or vehicles present, although tire tracks were evident in the grass beyond the parking lot.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 9/13/2015 8:30 AM
Bollard at the intersection of RGT and Sopris Creek Road is not adhered to trail and set off to side.
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 9/12/2015 5:30 PM
5:00pm Monitored call regarding potential camper at Gerbaz Way fisherman's access. 61 responded. (RO: Orville Zimmerman, Black Toyoto Avalon, CO: 834DZE). Unknown outcome.
8135 Open Space Properties Illegal Camping 9/12/2015 3:30 PM
5:00pm Responded to request from Dispatch to deal with camper, Nicholas Olson, on Little Cloud Trail. 958, 63 and 838 contacted and warned Olson here two weeks ago. Olson typically makes a big mess. 958 suggested a ticket. Due to site location on COA/USFS land in the county, I requested a deputy to assist and ticket for littering. 111 and 118 assisted when no deputy could be spared until "tomorrow." Heated conversation ensued between 111 and Olson. 111 threatened arrest. Olson cleaned up very trashed site, and I gave him a lecture & clear warning.
838 Open Space Properties Illegal Camping 9/12/2015 3:00 PM
835, 111, 118 and myself contacted recent and frequent camping offender Nicholas off the little cloud trail after dispatch received complaints of abundant trash. No deputies were able to respond. Nicholas cleaned up his trash and was warned of a looming citation.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Maintenance 9/12/2015 2:00 PM
2:30pm Lectured workers on Aspen Mass trail about keeping trail closure signage in place. Trail was open from bottom and dangerous during construction. Project foreman told me that he was having issues with cyclist compliance during closure. Signs were put back in place. Followed up with Gary & John.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 9/12/2015 2:00 PM
Responded to dispatch call regarding bear near Benedict Bridge. Same sow & cub that have been spotted in area all summer.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/12/2015 1:30 PM
1:30pm Pink-tagged bike is still in trees by Stein Park - Rangers, please cut chain and turn over to APD if still here in a week.
838 Sky Mountain Park Trails 9/12/2015 1:00 PM
835 and myself brushed in a rouge jump at the junction of highline and deadline.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 9/12/2015 12:30 PM
1:00pm Brushed in several historic squatter site above SH Falls.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Vandalism 9/12/2015 11:00 AM
Spoke with wedding planner about chalk graffiti written on Rio Grande Trail and John Denver Sanctuary entrance stone columns. It was removed within two hours.
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 9/12/2015 9:30 AM
9:45pm Monitored call regarding two tent campers in Tom Blake lot (TOSV) - SO "shoed them away." Sounded like Tough Mudder folks. Keep an eye out for activity in SMP.
838 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Dog Offense 9/12/2015 9:30 AM
Watched a trim boxer mix run from private drive in upper holland hills onto the B/M trail. Dog returned home on its own accord.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/12/2015 9:00 AM
Issued Kate Sartain a DOL warning for her white Pit Bull just below the upper Kiosk.
839 Redstone Park Illegal Camping 9/11/2015 4:00 PM
Young rasta Ryan lives in blue bus, swears he only day parks and not sleeping I elk park.
836 East of Aspen Trail Illegal Camping 9/11/2015 3:00 PM
Potential squatter at Wildwood parking area. Green Suburban - TX BE0 2522. Had several drink cans on ground behind vehicle.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/11/2015 11:30 AM
Tagged a couple of bags of waste.
836 Woody Creek Parking Lot Maintenance 9/11/2015 9:00 AM
Trail remains closed from Woody Creek bridge to Woody Creek Rd.
836 Aspen Mass Trail Vandalism 9/11/2015 8:30 AM
Graffiti on old AMT 200' up from Jaffee Park.
838 Stein Trail Signage 9/10/2015 11:00 AM
Trailhead at the ABC leading down the "stein 69" has only signage for bridge closure on ABC side. May be good to have Mueller construction post another where the switchbacks come out and on 30-holer down by river.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 9/10/2015 8:30 AM
Checked on signage for Stein Bridge closure. Ample signage in place from the Rio. Crews just setting up, no heavy equipment being moved on site yet.
836 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 9/09/2015 5:00 PM
Monitor bike race at Sky Mountain - Deadline Trail
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 9/09/2015 2:00 PM
3:00pm Took report from LU of possible campers in blue bus at Elk Park lot and evidence of other camp sites on OST-owned beach nearby. Followed up with JA.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 9/09/2015 12:00 PM
Dog rescue by sewage plant at Roaring Fork.
8135 Stein Trail Dog Offense 9/09/2015 12:00 PM
12:00pm Responded to Dispatch call regarding injured dog in RF River near Sanitation Plant. On scene, I found an old, beat up, hypothermic husky that two cyclists had pulled to shore. 75, 11, 48, and 836 responded and assisted in carrying dog up river and out of the water. 48 and I transported dog to ABC Animal Hospital and then Shelter. Shelter will notify OST/SO if owner shows up, and I intend to cite for DOL.
8135 Stein Trail Mutual Aid 9/09/2015 12:00 PM
1:55pm Monitored report of speeding white pickup on Smuggler Mtn Rd. 79 responded. UTL.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Meeting/Planning 9/09/2015 11:30 AM
Met with Ted O'Brien from TOSV Parks, recovered OST signage.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Special Event 9/09/2015 9:00 AM
Watched Bill's crew do some serious work out on the James H. Smith resto project. Took some promo photos with Janet.
8135 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 9/09/2015 8:00 AM
8:30am Monitored call regarding cattle on the loose at Basalt HS/RGT. SO and BPD wrangled the liberated beeves.
839 Open Space & Trails Parking 9/08/2015 1:30 PM
Elam const equip in chapel parking lot, they are paving COA bike path
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 9/08/2015 1:00 PM
Verbal DOL Warning - Stephen Smith - 1 black poodle & 1 medium brown mix near Stein Park.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Issued citation 9/08/2015 10:00 AM
Issued Ricky Rosin a citation for dog at large, after two previous warnings. Not cooperative had to call in APD to stop and hold.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/08/2015 9:00 AM
Verbal Warning - Desi Barney - Norman (Golden Retriever) DOL - second warning!
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/08/2015 9:00 AM
Verbal Warning - Wayne Ducote - DOL - Small Pekingese
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Called to scene 9/08/2015 6:30 AM
Followed up on citizen complaint from the weekend of a younger gentleman seen coming from woods in the early hours. Upon inspection, previous camp area had been cleaned and no sign of current sleeper.
8135 Deer Creek Open Space Closed Area 9/07/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Patrolled Deer Creek - abandoned houses are as creepy as I expected.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 9/07/2015 10:30 AM
Educational contact with a young teenage girl whose dog had slipped out of its collar/leash and was running ahead of her.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Closed Area 9/07/2015 9:30 AM
10:30am Upstairs window on Lazy Glen house is left open - doors were locked, so I could not get in to close it. A sticky note was also left on the house's back door (Marsha Glenn wants to rent house, 618-8807).
839 Crystal Trail Trails 9/07/2015 9:00 AM
painted bollards on Crystal Tr, repaired two broken ones
839 East of Aspen Trail Special Event 9/06/2015 4:00 PM
Ticketed photo shoot of large wedding party on pedestrian bridge, 3xCME vans
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Issued verbal warning 9/06/2015 2:00 PM
Lecture children who were play above the Ajax Trailhead and knocking rocks down onto trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Bicycle Action 9/06/2015 11:30 AM
12:45pm Verbal Warning: Sean Matula and Paul Yohem for E-bike on RGT near Mile 37.5. Cooperative and unaware of policy. Paul recently bought a few Stromer ST2 E-bikes locally (the only Stromer dealer is our friend Patrick at Aspen Bicycles...). Stromer S2 can hit 45kph. http://www.stromerbike.com/sites/stromer.ch/files/documents/E-Bikes/st2_tech_en.pdf
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 9/06/2015 10:30 AM
11:30am Searched for camp on North side of the river/gorge below RGT Mile 37. 959 and I could not find anything unusual in area - contacted fisherman who saw nothing as well. Seems campers have moved on.
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 9/05/2015 5:00 PM
6:00pm Responded with 839 to fly guide report of squatter camps in gorge on AROS. UTL due to poor directions - I will check other side of river tomorrow.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 9/05/2015 4:00 PM
4:30pm Took report from hikers regarding ground hive of wasps near first bridge on HC. One hiker had several nasty stings on his leg. I found a small, angry hive under the boardwalk uphill of the first bridge.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 9/05/2015 2:30 PM
Van with 3 males driving RGT looking to scout river, entered via dirt road at Lazy Glen OS at RGT, we need sign no moto there.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Mutual Aid 9/05/2015 1:30 PM
1:30pm Took call from Dispatch regarding a beehive 100' from the top of Ute Trail; several people have been stung. I advised Dispatch that area is USFS property. I will follow up with USFS via email.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 9/05/2015 1:00 PM
1:00pm Pink-tagged red truck (CO: VBS9968) with horse trailer parked illegally in boat ramp area.
8135 Jaffee Park Wildlife 9/05/2015 1:00 PM
1:30pm Checked fishing guide permit - "Sue" with Aspen Outfitters (St. Regis) did not have OST placard and was not familiar with permit system. I will follow up with permittee during the week.
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 9/05/2015 1:00 PM
1:30pm Educational contact with woman walking three dogs in park - leashed up and picked up waste.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 9/05/2015 12:30 PM
Placed signs along EOA trail informing public that stream bank restoration is underway and heavy equipment may be seen on the preserve.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 9/05/2015 12:00 PM
1:00pm Pink-tagged red truck (CO: VBS9968) with horse trailer parked illegally in boat ramp area.
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Called to scene 9/05/2015 11:30 AM
143 and myself, wrangled a large husky, running free in the area of Herron Park, back to his home nearby. Apparently this has been a reoccurring issue, and 143 gave the home owner a good talkin' to.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 9/05/2015 11:00 AM
73 + y.o. Male fell off bike on Wingo Ped bridge, Basalt Ambi transport , head lacs
8135 East of Aspen Trail Special Event 9/05/2015 10:30 AM
11:30am Aspen Bicycles would like a stack of Pitkin Outside cards to hand out.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 9/03/2015 3:45 PM
Trails supervisor tipped is off to a gentleman seen walking up into Little Clouds OS. Found a man laying down in the dirt, wet. Called for officer, by the time we returned, he had ran away. Will check back tommorow morning.
8135 Open Space & Trails Bicycle Action 9/02/2015 4:00 PM
4:30pm Just did a much needed thorough clean of my bike - OST Rangers, if you need cleaning supplies they are located in a black bin in the lockup.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 9/02/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Utility work has yet to begin on HC-BLM lot connector. When work is underway, the spur trail will be closed and hikers can detour from the BLM lot up Hunter Creek Rd to HC Trail.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 9/02/2015 1:00 PM
1:30pm Monitored call regarding downed paraglider on AJAX. Used binoculars to check out area above NSP LZ. It turned out the paraglider crashed into the backside of AJAX en route to the Marolt LZ. Extricated by SO & Aspen Ski Patrol using gondola.
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 9/02/2015 11:00 AM
Reported down tree on Tootsie Roll trail to PH and maintenance crew.
8135 Glassier Open Space Wildlife 9/02/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Met the Glassier Ranch cat.
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Trails 9/02/2015 9:00 AM
10:30am Ditch riders at work on ditch parallel to RGT near Mile 25.5. They will have a green pickup truck on the gravel access road parallel to the RGT near Mile 26.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Parking 9/01/2015 3:30 PM
3:30pm Pink-tagged Jeep Cherokee (tagged by 839) is still parked at Jack Rabbit Ridge gate. Will SO ticket here?
8135 Sky Mountain Park Signage 9/01/2015 3:30 PM
TOSV has installed nice new signage on their trails in Sky MP and on Ditchline (OST asset). Our "No Dogs" sign and U-post at the base of Ditchline is missing (likely TOSV has it).
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 9/01/2015 3:30 PM
Warned a couple with two dogs on extendable leashes that they needed to keep the dogs on a shorter leash and be very careful of cyclist.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 9/01/2015 1:00 PM
Bridge just below the Lani White trail was clipped by a fallen cottonwood tree. Minor damage to the bridge railing. Will require a mall, hammer and nails to repair. Not a hazard to bridge use.
1558 Smuggler Mountain Issued citation 9/01/2015 10:30 AM
Cited Andy Holland (f) for failure to remove dog waste, warned for sight control. Cooperative, but tried to justify inattentiveness.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 9/01/2015 9:30 AM
11:30am Documented human waste and litter at the Smuggler squatter site. It seems I was too nice to this guy... Please keep an eye out for a white DIY-camper truck (703-QWP). Please ticket if necessary.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 8/31/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Observed Kiwi guides removing COA-tagged bikes from woods near Stein Park.
836 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 8/31/2015 1:30 PM
Parking area at WC closed. Trail open and being monitored as digging trench adjacent to trail ongoing.
836 Woody Creek Parking Lot Parking 8/31/2015 1:30 PM
Jaffee Parking area open again after being closed a while in the morning due to construction work.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Mutual Aid 8/31/2015 12:00 PM
12:25pm Monitored call regarding theft at Penny Hot Springs (OST asset).
8135 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 8/31/2015 10:30 AM
10:15am Called in suspicious/camping vehicle (beat up white modified camper/truck, CO: 703-QWP) pulled into woods off Smuggler Mtn Rd above last residence. Deputy 10 ran plates (Leslee Francis, 731 South Mill St, 970-319-0290). Deputy 75 assisted on contact. RO has a long rap sheet and bad relationship with LEOs. Pink-tagged and issued a ticket to RO to be rescinded if moved. Rescinded ticket later in day. I will follow up on site tomorrow.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 8/31/2015 9:00 AM
Verbal warnings to Norman Adams of Snowmass (small blk & wht) on Rio by Meadows.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 8/31/2015 9:00 AM
Verbal warning to Rachel Greenholz of Denver (medium brown) on Meadows trail.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 8/30/2015 3:30 PM
Witness a tragic wildlife accident when a fawn slipped on the Rio by the Meadows trail and died from the fall. Contacted dispatch and removed the remains from the side of the trail.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/30/2015 12:00 PM
Verbal warning to Nancy Connery of San Francisco for older Golden off leash.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 8/30/2015 12:00 PM
Cut 14" down tree on HC trail between private drive crossing and kiosk.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/30/2015 8:30 AM
Issued 1 verbal warning and 2 written warnings for DOL all near the Benedict bridge. Daniel -Christian - (medium brown dog), Martha Campbell -(medium brown dog), Wally Lupow - (large white poodle)
838 East of Aspen Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/29/2015 3:00 PM
Educational contact with a women biking with her little dog in basket about dog regs on Northstar.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 8/29/2015 3:00 PM
3:15pm Stopped some confused hikers from hiking up Deadline Trail. Cooperative, but evidently of questionable judgment...
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Maintenance 8/29/2015 2:30 PM
3:00pm Removed closure signage from Woody Creek-RGT detour, inspected route for hazards, and put extra cones out along gravel portion of Woody Creek Rd at trail crossing. Trail appears safe and has not been damaged by utility line work. Detour was exposing trail users to greater hazards than trail itself. According to Gary, utility company should have removed detour on 8/28.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Bicycle Action 8/29/2015 1:00 PM
1:15pm Contacted nice family from Holland Hills on RGT between Basalt-Mass and Arciero TH; child was riding a fast electric mini-motorcycle. Family said "the sheriff" saw them near Holland Hills and stated the bike was OK as long as the kid wears a full-face helmet. I explained as much as I would've wanted a bike like that as a kid, motorized vehicles of all types are prohibited on trails. Family cooperated and returned home.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Closed Area 8/29/2015 1:00 PM
1:30pm Responded to secondhand report from JJ regarding a white or silver Lexus driving on RGT near Mile Marker 26. Unable to locate - no evidence of vehicle trespass observed. It is possible report spawned from vehicle traffic on gravel road parallel to RGT.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 8/29/2015 12:00 PM
There may be a beehive at the lower Verena Mallory trailhead. I've been stung twice there in the past couple weeks. Proceed like a beekeeper.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 8/29/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Spoke with a guy from the County timber harvest. Despite breakdowns, they are only a week behind schedule. Apparently the road above upper Smuggler is in terrible condition.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/29/2015 9:00 AM
10:00am Verbal Warning: Richard McRae for DOL (white poodle) on HC at Benedict Bridge - cooperative out-of-towner.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 8/29/2015 9:00 AM
11:00am Interrupted Erik Skarvan filming another riveting episode of "On the Hill" at the HC-Cutoff/Iowa junction. He started over when I got into his shot... and then took seven more takes. Apparently, he doesn't want rangers in his films. Look for "On the Hill: Iowa Shaft" in a theater near you!
836 Stein Property Resource Damage 8/29/2015 8:30 AM
Several small mudslides on Rio between Stein Falls and the hard surface.
836 Stein Property Maintenance 8/29/2015 8:30 AM
Bicycle repair pump at Stein Park has broken nozzle.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/29/2015 8:30 AM
Bollards bases are painted orange on lower Rio, Basalt/Mass, and Emma trail.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Trails 8/28/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am OST spray crew is out on JHS.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Special Event 8/28/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Took call from Fran. The four riders from documentary "Unbranded" are permitted to ride their mustangs on Viewline, Highline, and Ditchline today. The guys rode from Mexico to Canada along the Rockies, so they should be very skilled and safe.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 8/28/2015 10:30 AM
Written Warning: Peg O'Brien for DOL (heeler mix) on RGT near Woody Creek. Very cooperative.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 8/28/2015 8:30 AM
9:30am RGT from WC trailhead to WC Rd is closed for pipeline construction. WC lot is closed too. Notified Gary.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 8/28/2015 8:30 AM
10:00am Documented numerous small mudslides on RGT soft-surface. Notified Bill & Jeff.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Maintenance 8/26/2015 3:00 PM
4:00pm Walked length of new Aspen Mass trail with spray can in hand - I didn't see anything specific to mark. Some loose gravel. Biggest hazard is ongoing construction vehicle traffic. Appears to be sufficiently marshaled, yet seems chaotic.
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Issued verbal warning 8/26/2015 2:30 PM
Contacted Betty Severy on Chatfield Trail. One dog on leash, one dog lagging way behind. Nice older women, who will hopefully leash both up next time
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/26/2015 11:30 AM
12:30pm Verbal Warning: Martine Weitz for DOL (med. brown) on HC above staircase - unclear if existing record under this name is for daughter or mother by same name. Clarified in Ranger Mobile. Warned elder M. Weitz.
8135 Jaffee Park Maintenance 8/26/2015 8:30 AM
9:30am Entrance to Jaffee currenty has a 4' by 10' moat barring access. Source Gas has heavy machinery in area and Aspen Mass trail is in rough condition. Use caution in this area. Followed up with Gary - he called SG.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 8/25/2015 4:00 PM
The Hunter Creek gate is officially to remain locked open. Archery season is upon us.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 8/25/2015 2:00 PM
Monitored a permitted filming session of what appeared to be some sort of Real Housewives of LA Telenovela on the Rio at Stein Park. Todo bien.
1558 Rio Grande Trail Campsite found/evicted 8/25/2015 1:30 PM
Tagged a small camp in the county parcel near sanitation district housing.
1558 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 8/25/2015 1:00 PM
Camp reported by Little Cloud homeowner. Investigated with 63 and 838. Found a trashy hangout inhabited by Nicholas (ill have to look up last). Agreed to clean up trash, claimed not to be camping. Trash was cleaned on follow up.
838 Open Space Properties Mutual Aid 8/25/2015 1:00 PM
Met 63 and 958 just off the Little Cloud Trail after dispatch received a complaint about an illegal camp. 63 and 958 contacted a younger male camper who had an impressive amount of things and informed him to pack up and move along. He was an agitated, fast packer.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Mutual Aid 8/24/2015 12:30 PM
1:00pm Picked up abandoned bike from field near top of Aspen Mass Trail - abandoned for at least a week. Dropped off bike at APD.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 8/24/2015 11:00 AM
12:00pm Kiwi tubers look like they're having a blast dropping Slaughterhouse Falls!
1558 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 8/24/2015 9:30 AM
Called to a camp by Steve Gonzales of water dept. found large occupied camp along castle creek. Also two nice mt bikes. One was confirmed stolen. 118 assisted with camp contact and and arrested bike thief.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 8/24/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Responded to call regarding two large white horses loose on EOA Trail near North Star Drive. Controlled scene until Brian from the Carriage Co. arrived to wrangle horses. Horses may or may not be associated with Kevin Costner.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 8/23/2015 2:30 PM
4:00pm Pink-tagged silver SUV (CO: 790-DBG) parked and blocking Jack Rabbit Ridge gate.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 8/23/2015 2:00 PM
2:30pm Observed two transient looking young men sitting in grass at base of Brush Creek trail - not camping at this time, but keep an eye out for them in the BC/Mills area.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/23/2015 10:00 AM
12:00pm Spoke with Rohnda Bazil, attorney for Owl Creek Ranch HOA, she is interested in collaborating with OST/John on fixing the algae slick on Owl Creek Trail. 970-925-7171
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 8/23/2015 9:00 AM
10:00am Took possession of a blue and white paddle board that a Deputy found along Highway 82. He stored the SUP in Fleet and requested we look after it until an owner calls. New member of the ranger flotilla?
8135 Owl Creek Trail Mutual Aid 8/22/2015 5:00 PM
5:00pm Assisted in traffic control around Owl Creek medical incident. Closed trail above and below scene for approx. 1 hour. See report.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Accident/Rescue 8/22/2015 4:30 PM
5:00pm Encountered screaming woman (Pippa Bird) atop tailings pile near Smuggler Mtn Rd - her dog had allegedly fallen off the embankment and could be heard yelping approx. 150 feet below. Pippa had already called 911. I climbed down the tailings pile, found the dog, and walked him back up to the road. Deputy 59 responded and gave me a ride down the hill. Verbal warning issued to Pippa for dog out of V&S control - she was very thankful for "rescue" of her dog.
836 Owl Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 8/22/2015 4:00 PM
Responded to medical emergency on Owl Creek Trail.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Accident/Rescue 8/22/2015 2:00 PM
3:48pm Began monitoring code medical call for CPR in progress on Owl Creek Trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/22/2015 12:30 PM
1:45pm Reported to 959 two men at COA archery range who appeared to be target shooting with a handgun. Bows only allowed on range. 57 responded and confirmed the men were only firing bows.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 8/22/2015 12:30 PM
2:00pm Bollard bases are now painted bright orange from Aspen down to Arciero on the RGT.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 8/22/2015 9:00 AM
9:00am Chatted at length with a difficult Ruthie Harrison - a race organizer for Aspen Strong. We discussed limitations of event permit (i.e. No dogs with race group). I made it clear that openly telling event participants to ignore the rangers and verbally abusing 836 was not part of constructive dialogue about permitting. Ruthie made it clear that she does not like John Armstrong. Ruthie invited him to call her, as he already "has all my personal information." Ruthie seemed to get the point.
836 Aspen Mass Trail Trails 8/21/2015 2:30 PM
Road Aspen Mass trail then spoke with construction leader who said they would be removing the closed signage.
838 Aspen Mass Trail Trails 8/21/2015 11:30 AM
New Aspen Mass alignment is paved, shouldered, and sparkling. Still some cones and closure signs out and broken Open Space signs at both ends.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Fire 8/21/2015 8:30 AM
Cleaned up remains of a bonfire on the beach.
1559 Rio Grande Park Called to scene 8/20/2015 11:00 AM
Contacted Richard Gordos at request of Parks maintenance for using a metal detector and then digging holes in turf. He was cooperative, but really wanted to find the silver. Compromise =OK to search, but no digging.
836 East of Aspen Trail Special Event 8/20/2015 9:30 AM
Bike Race
838 East of Aspen Trail Special Event 8/19/2015 2:00 PM
Surprisingly quiet at Northstar for the passing of the Pro Challenge bike race.
8135 Open Space & Trails Patrol/Outreach 8/17/2015 5:30 PM
I've begun updating the 12-Code in Ranger Mobile to the latest and greatest BOCC-approved form - please understand wording under "Codes" is in flux until approved by JA.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 8/17/2015 2:30 PM
4:30pm Chatted with several groups on RGT about carrying raincoats and generally anticipating afternoon showers in the mountains... soon after I watched them get miserably pelted with hail.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 8/17/2015 2:00 PM
Wildwood Road has been resurfaced... bring on the speeding.
1558 Smuggler Mountain Dog waste - education contact 8/17/2015 10:30 AM
Talked with a young lady about having eyes in the back of her head.
8135 Glassier Open Space Signage 8/17/2015 10:00 AM
10:30am Met with Alec out at Glassier. He removed sign at Crown trail turn off because it was blocking tractor access. Alec mentioned fence along ditch will probably be removed by ditch company during maintenance. Recovered old sign, installed new sign in convenient place for Alec. Added "No Dog" stickers to existing carsonite signage. All's well on the homestead.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/16/2015 2:30 PM
3:30pm NSP Beach was busy, busy, but everyone was following the rules. Made an educational contact with a family putting on at the Beach - pointed out proper put-ins. Noted group with glass bottles - bad taste to bring glass to the river...
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 8/16/2015 2:00 PM
2:30pm Pink-tagged vehicle (Subaru Outback CO: 713-NIE) parked and blocking gate at Jack Rabbit Ridge - vehicle was obstructing emergency access to SMP trails.
1558 North Star/James H. Smith Cyclist contact 8/15/2015 2:00 PM
Talked to two foreign gentlemen on bulky throttle-style e bikes. Polite, apologetic, honestly had no clue.
836 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/15/2015 2:00 PM
Responded to a call concerning someone fishing at the beach area. Spoke to lady with two children and informed her about the rules and regulations concerning fishing in the preserve.
836 Gerbaz Accident/Rescue 8/15/2015 12:30 PM
Responded to biking accident 150 yards up from Gerbaz on the Rio Grande Trail. Suzanne Dennison collided with her daugher and suffered neck and abdomen injuries and was transported to AVH by ambi.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 8/15/2015 10:00 AM
12:30pm Lollipop Extension trail is still quite loose with some tricky roots and holes - ride carefully.
838 East of Aspen Trail Parking 8/15/2015 10:00 AM
Tagged gold Tacoma co 6726-ZG for parking halfway into the Aspen groove at south gate(seeking shade for dog in car).
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 8/15/2015 9:00 AM
9:30am Spotted Guadalupe River Action Angler guide vehicle (TX BN34M) out of New Braunfels, TX in Jaffee lot with no visible permit tag. Looked around area for guide, but could not find anyone. It's possible he/she is contracted by a local permitted guiding service - guide vehicle had Basalt, CO bumper sticker.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Illegal Camping 8/14/2015 4:00 PM
Silver chev p.u. With pop up camper is Jason Brown, nice, compliant, notified of no camping but may hang out a little.
1559 Parks Office Called to scene 8/14/2015 3:30 PM
Returned bicycle of gentlemen who fell off of near parks dept. Front desk of Stonebridge Condos has possession.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 8/14/2015 3:00 PM
53 yo fem bike accident Driveways section RGT woody ck , ambi trans
1559 Rio Grande Trail Weeds-discovered/removed 8/14/2015 1:00 PM
Discovered large patch of what appears to be Bull Thistle between Mill St ped bridge and Jennie Adair; along Rio Grande Trail. Will inform Ben Carlson
1559 Rio Grande Trail Issued verbal warning 8/14/2015 12:45 PM
Contacted two children who lure fishing under Mill St Bridge. Informed them of the rules on the Roaring Fork. Pointed them toward Golf Course Pond
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 8/13/2015 1:30 PM
Followed up on squatter camp discovered on 8/11 in Duffy's Wiggles. Tent and belongings were gone.
838 Smuggler Mountain Road Wildlife 8/13/2015 12:30 PM
Received a call about a "sick bear" on Smuggler Mountain Road. I drove up to find that the bear had moved along and spoke with some witnesses who said that the bear looked healthy. I'd agree, judging by its fresh scat.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 8/13/2015 11:30 AM
73 y.o. fem. hit bollard base w/o tube at RR Cars at Gerbaz, fell off bike, head and elbow injury transported to AVH
1559 Rio Grande Trail Parking issues 8/13/2015 10:00 AM
Individual parked car blocking entrance to Rio Grande Trail behind post office. Contacted woman, who promptly moved vehicle
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 8/13/2015 9:00 AM
Cut down tree on lolllipop trail.
1559 Snyder Park Found vandalism 8/12/2015 8:00 AM
Found vandalism, carvings, w/ 958 at Snyder Park on upper picnic table. Looks like we have a new "420 table".
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 8/11/2015 2:00 PM
835, APD officer 127, and myself pink tagged a single person ALPS tent on the river side of Duffy's Wiggle's near MM 40.5. Will follow up within 48 hours.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Resource Damage 8/11/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Discovered pile of trash at JHS gate - empty booze bottles and MMJ container - likely left behind by group who were spotted putting on the water here yesterday. Also, I spotted a great buck still in velvet in the closure.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 8/11/2015 11:30 AM
12:20pm Verbal Warning: Elsbeth Mayritsch for DOL (black lab) on OC. Cooperative, but confused. Thick German accent - long time Aspen resident.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/11/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Fielded oh so many questions about brown color of Roaring Fork River. SO sent 63 up to Grizzly Reservoir to investigate.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 8/11/2015 10:00 AM
10:30am Found and investigated squatter activity at Grindlay Bridge and RGT. Removed one Clark's Market shopping cart with JA.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/10/2015 3:30 PM
3:30pm Contacted driver of red pickup truck pulled into entrance of Stein Park (loading tables from a permitted event, but blocking emergency access) - truck was moved promptly without issue.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 8/10/2015 1:30 PM
2:30pm Monitored possible commercial activity at South Gate. JA contacted organizer - "Oscar" of Miami Fitness Connection/Aspen Kids Summer Camp Connection - who is permitted by COA for use of a park, but not permitted for anything at North Star. Conversation ensued. Group appears not to be paying customers. No citation issued.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/10/2015 1:00 PM
Confronted Megan Trice from Sante Fe at the Hunter Creek Trailhead and warned her about having her dog off leash.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 8/10/2015 12:30 PM
Contact w/Oscar of aspen kids connection camp floating NS , swears it is a friends trip and not comm (?)
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/10/2015 11:00 AM
Confronted Lisa Poole (970) 531-4363 about her dog being off-leash on the Hunter Creek Extension.
8135 Glassier Open Space Signage 8/10/2015 10:00 AM
10:30am Directional carsonite sign is missing at turn off for crown trail road and needs to be replaced. It's possible Alec removed the sign while working on his field - I'd think he would want it up to keep folks out of his driveway....
8135 Glassier Open Space Patrol/Outreach 8/10/2015 10:00 AM
AJAX Summer Camp had large group at homestead site - are they permitted? No sign of the cat man. Evidence of dog trespass and (ranch) vehicle traffic on crown trail.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 8/09/2015 4:00 PM
Issued DOL warning to Shari Havourd for having a small/medium black/white dog off leash on the Rio Grande Trail between Sunnyside and Stein Park
836 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 8/09/2015 3:00 PM
Issued a verbal warning to Charles Murray for having a Border Collie mix on the North Star beach.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 8/09/2015 3:00 PM
3:00pm Responded to bike accident on Owl Creek Trail near red barn. Approx. 50yo male crashed and sustained unknown injuries, possibly to head (no helmet). Snowmass PD, Deputy 75, and Snowmass Ambi also responded. I met with Snowmass officers, interviewed patient's uninjured friend (she said there was nothing dangerous on trail - he just went off trail into grass and crashed; I saw no unusual hazards on OC), and gave the friend & two bikes a ride home.
836 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 8/09/2015 1:00 PM
Removed broken glass from the beach at North Star
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 8/09/2015 1:00 PM
2:00pm Spoke with handicapped man who could not fit wheelchair through barrier at James H. Smith. I offered to open gate, but he declined. I will follow up with JA and Gary to remedy ADA access problem.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 8/09/2015 1:00 PM
2:30pm Called in vehicle (Subaru Forester/CO 697-ZSI) parked a foot plus over white line on Highway 82 at Stillwater. Deputy 63 responded and cited driver.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 8/09/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Checked commercial fly fishing permits at Jaffee Park - Hell-n-Back Fishing Guides (part of Aspen Trout Guides) present and valid. Private party requested more prominent signage with CPW fly fishing-only/catch & release regs for this stretch of the river.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Special Event 8/08/2015 4:00 PM
Marshall's were breaking down Radner break stations.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Wildlife 8/08/2015 3:00 PM
Encountered a couple releasing a wood rat into the Hidden Valley Cemetery. TOSV advised them to do so after live-trapping it on their porch. They were pretty happy to reunite it with its natural habitat.
836 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 8/08/2015 3:00 PM
Warned Russell Shaffran that even puppies are not allowed on the North Star beach. He was very cooperative and was holding the pup. (970) 618-7877
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 8/08/2015 3:00 PM
Good amount of activity in Sky MP today due to relatively cool weather. Deadline Trail is riding super smooth. Highline Trail has become a bit overgrown and loose - take care.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Trails 8/08/2015 2:30 PM
3:00pm Check trail conditions on OC - no unusual hazards seen that could've caused crash earlier today.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 8/08/2015 2:00 PM
Duck Derby
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Wildlife 8/08/2015 1:30 PM
2:30pm Discovered very fresh bear scat in the middle of the third switchback on Smuggler Mtn Rd. It looks like the bear loves service berries.
836 East of Aspen Trail Bicycle Action 8/08/2015 1:00 PM
Stopped Adam Trzcinsky for wreckless biking, cutting me off and forcing a pedestrian off of EOA trail. I gave Adam a warning after he acknowledge his action and appeared remorseful.
836 East of Aspen Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/08/2015 1:00 PM
Notified couple with two young children that beach chairs and canopy's are not allowed on the beach area of North Star Preserve.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 8/08/2015 12:30 PM
1:00pm Many smiles from bikers who rode Hummingbird connector - we need to add trail to our map/app.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 8/08/2015 12:30 PM
1:30pm Monitored EMS call regarding an injured cyclist on Highline Trail. SMPD 214/242, 57, & Snowmass Ambi responded. SMPD 214 found 18yo female with injured wrists and abrasions from bike crash on Owl Creek Trail at Sinclair Divide. Crash took place uphill of speed bump near red barn on OC trail.
8135 Lani White Trail Mutual Aid 8/08/2015 12:00 PM
12:00pm Monitored call regarding missing hiker on Perham Creek Trail (trailhead is an OST asset). Party found by 1:00pm.
1559 Marolt Open Space Weeds-discovered/removed 8/08/2015 8:45 AM
Located and identified large patch of Canadian Thistle across the street from Paraglider LZ.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Special Event 8/08/2015 8:30 AM
11:30am Monitored RAGNAR event - plenty of directional signage, but missing some important marshals at required sites and required event notice signage. Followed up with Natalie from RAGNAR - she made sure missing sign at Aspen-Mass was posted and stated marshals were now posted at all sites.
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Called to scene 8/08/2015 6:45 AM
Bear vs. Trash can. Trash scattered about and can drug to middle of bus stop. Righted and cleaned w/ 123.
836 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 8/07/2015 3:00 PM
No vehicles observed at Wildwood, JHS, South Gate or Ranch access points.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Patrol/Outreach 8/07/2015 1:00 PM
Checked guided fishing permits at Stein Park for The Little Nell.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 8/07/2015 12:00 PM
65 yo woman fell off bike on RGT at Wheatley gulch curves, broke riib(s) and then husband behind her crashed also.
839 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 8/07/2015 11:30 AM
Food and trash in tunnel from squatters.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 8/07/2015 9:30 AM
Responded to bear report near trailhead. Notified hikers to be on alert.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 8/06/2015 1:30 PM
lg drone w/3 people on rgt, found by Lindsey night before, I traced to shane and co realtors and issued stiff warning
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 8/06/2015 12:30 PM
very large drone w/3 people on RGT previous eve found by Lindsey, I traced and contacted Shane and Co realtors for stiff warning
839 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 8/06/2015 11:30 AM
Checking fishing licenses for guides only, need OST laminate to presents. Ask for laminate when you see groups that appear to be guided
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Park use light 8/06/2015 9:15 AM
958 and myself met with YCC for a walk-through of property after fence removal project was completed. Hard work, job well done.
838 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 8/05/2015 5:30 PM
Monitored a call from dispatch to deputy regarding 2 collies that had attacked another dog all while walking with owners on Smuggler. Deputy had negative contact with dog owners.
838 Wingo Junction River Access Trails 8/05/2015 3:30 PM
Switchback paved trail leading down to river is rather overgrown.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 8/05/2015 11:30 AM
Monitored Rocky Mountain Bike Tour from Aspen down to Emma. Had signage, permitted aid station, and well-behaved riders. No marshals however.
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 8/05/2015 9:00 AM
Deputy put warnings on at least 4 vehicles parked near mailboxes across from lower lot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 8/04/2015 4:00 PM
4:45pm Verbal warning: Marilyn Ortmann for DOL (French bulldog) on Stein Trail. She knows the rule - first warning, cooperative.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 8/04/2015 4:00 PM
5:00pm Trail work on Burlingame connector is progressing - crew will stop trail users during work and let them pass once rocks stop tumbling.
8135 Aspen Mass Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/04/2015 3:30 PM
4:00pm Staked out Aspen-Mass trail to intercept to dirt bikers who I saw approaching trail from Intercept Lot. Bikers stayed on edge of dirt lot - no contact.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 8/04/2015 1:30 PM
3:00pm Supervised Forest Conservancy bear event in closed area of North Star - tons of bear sign!
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Trails 8/04/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Reinforced signage and tape on Basalt-Mass/RGT intersection - one side was knocked over. No sign of squatter van
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 8/04/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Removed dead tree from Arbaney-Kittle trail - I didn't want to wait for the BLM...
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 8/03/2015 3:00 PM
Escorted two Forest Conservancy naturalists into closed area of North Star's "sacred side" - tomorrow from approx. 1:30-4:30pm a Forest Conservancy volunteer black bear training will be taking place in the closed area. Rangers will assist and monitor.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/03/2015 1:30 PM
Verbal warning to Katherine Diehl of TX for 1 DOL-tan colored, short-haired, medium sized dog. Very understanding and polite.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/03/2015 12:00 PM
Hunter Creek is tourist central - I helped about a dozen people negotiate trails and handed out Pitkin Outside cards. Significant number of DOLs as well - worth patrolling frequently.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/03/2015 12:00 PM
1:00pm Verbal warnings issued to Christine Ranelo and Jennifer Lotke for DOLs on HC at staircase. First warning and cooperative.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 8/03/2015 10:00 AM
11:30am Removed several dead trees from Lollipop & Tootsie roll.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Patrol/Outreach 8/02/2015 12:00 PM
12:00pm Educational contacts with two parties on Stillwater bridge - one group of young fishermen and one group of Germans searching for a crashed drone. Drone took off from bridge, malfunctioned, and crashed somewhere high up on a loose cliff on the opposite side of 82. Reviewed regs with parties, directed fishermen to easements on Pitkin Outside, and left drone-owners to their search.
838 Owl Creek Trail Signage 8/02/2015 11:30 AM
Posted "caution trail may be flooded" signs on owl creek trail above and below commonly flooded area.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 8/02/2015 11:00 AM
11:00am Documented evidence of possible vehicle trespass on JHS - tire tracks suggest vehicle drove up gravel road and turned around at the closure. As there is a gate, I assume the vehicle was authorized.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Closed Area 8/02/2015 10:30 AM
10:30am Contacted group in meadow east of Stillwater - they were taking a photo to recreate a famous painting. Educated them on proper access.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 8/02/2015 8:30 AM
Numerous reports of a large bear on Iowa Shaft Trail
838 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Signage 8/02/2015 8:30 AM
Put "caution high shoulder sign" at rio and basalt mass intersection.
1559 Cemetery Lane Trail Followed-up on issue 8/01/2015 4:30 PM
Came across a car entirely blocking Cemetery Lane Trail. Appeared to be a party going on, asked a member of the party to take care of moving it. Upon returning 10 min later the vehicle was moved.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 8/01/2015 4:00 PM
Reported vehicle parked in roadway and obstructing traffic at Stillwater to Dispatch - Deputy 66 responded and ticketed. Recorded in NSP spot count obs.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 8/01/2015 4:00 PM
4:00pm Gave stern verbal warning to dog owner (approx. 30s male, drives Aspen Cycling Tours SUV, CO 042-YOK) for reported dog in Preserve near takeout (reported by other river users, but not witnessed by OST). I did not have sufficient evidence for probable cause. I reviewed the regs for North Star and made it very clear we would write him a citation for a dog on land.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 8/01/2015 3:00 PM
835, myself, and deputy 11 responded to a call from dispatch for a female with a compound tibia fracture at the Stillwater takeout. Pt. had put her foot in a hole. An ER nurse was also on scene and pt. denied much pain. There was very little bleeding at the wound site. We assisted in splinting her lower leg and helping her into her husband's personal vehicle after she decided she did not need an ambulance response. Evidence of ETOH.
1559 Rio Grande Park Followed-up on issue 8/01/2015 2:30 PM
Event staff from Aspen Artcrush were had a electric cord strung across trail, plugged into Rio bathroom outlet w/ no markings and unsecured. Upon request cord was removed.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/01/2015 1:30 PM
2:15pm Verbal Warning: Julie Pickrell of Basalt for DOL ("Lola" the black lab) on HC at first bridge. Very apologetic - leashed dog upon request and promised not to break rule again.
836 Sunnyside Trail Accident/Rescue 8/01/2015 12:30 PM
Responded to call from dispatch and Aspen 66 to assist hiker approximately 45 minutes up on the Sunnyside Trail. After assessing Robyn Fisher's ankle, it appeared to be either a severe sprain, fracture or broken ankle. I provided an ice pack to her son Evan who applied it to his monther's ankle. I was put in touch with MRA who responded with two teams approximately 30 minutes later and carried Robyn out on a litter through a Starwood access point.
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Trails 8/01/2015 10:30 AM
Inspected hazardous Basalt-Mass/RGT trail intersection. Warning signage is still in place.
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Maintenance 8/01/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am "Driveway Crossing" sign on full-sized U-post at driveway approx. 150yds up Basalt-Mass from Holland Hills Dr. needs to be reposted. Perhaps it was removed by paving crew.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 8/01/2015 9:00 AM
9:30am Checked out silver Xterra parked at bottom of Brush Creek trail - it belongs to CO Wildlife Science. I assume they are parked for survey access, but there was an empty bike rack on the vehicle that raises suspicions.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Double w/other officer 7/31/2015 11:30 PM
Assisted 839 and 959 with monitoring a large wedding party floating Northstar.
1559 Rio Grande Park Issued verbal warning 7/31/2015 5:30 PM
Spoke with Sara Watkins about leash laws at Rio Grande Park. She kindly complied when asked to leash up.
839 Owl Creek Trail Trails 7/31/2015 3:30 PM
site of last Saturdays broken femur on the wet algae is dry but spot is still problematic with strong spring flow, check frequently
1558 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 7/31/2015 1:30 PM
Issued verbal warning to Lily Manderbchia for DOL on RGT. She got increasingly uncooperative as compliance data was sought, eventually fleeing up Eagles Club stairs. Stopped by 125 at Original curve. I continued to keep it a warning, she continued to be rotten. Almost got physical with 125.
1558 Cemetery Lane Trail Issued citation 7/31/2015 12:45 PM
Issued citation to Lara Clark (Lara Lewis) for DOL on Cemetary Ln Trail. She's done being warned, but don't expect her behavior to change. Behaved oddly while paying ticket at City court clerk's office - disrobed and left city hall in her underwear. Mental health might be going downhill - use caution.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 7/31/2015 11:00 AM
unpermitted 67 person wedding float at ns preserve. EKS will be fined for comm use of preserve
1558 North Star/James H. Smith Called to scene 7/31/2015 10:15 AM
Called to wildwood for "commercial operation unloading a semi truck full of pool floats". Arrived to find CTS busses unloading 60-plus wedding partiers for a float. Did a group speech at the put-in on litter and wildlife sensitivity. Later joined by 839 to monitor and further educate party from shore at JHS. Participants were largely receptive to the message.
838 Sky Mountain Park Penalty Assessment 7/30/2015 10:30 AM
Received report from John and Janet of a woman on Viewline with a dog. I contacted Erin Parisen of CT 2/3rds of the way up the trail with her Weimaraner and issued her a $100 citation for dog/pet in closed area. Her and her husband were disgruntled yet cooperative.
839 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Trails 7/30/2015 10:00 AM
Dangerous trail intersection created by Bmass jct paving, needs patrolling
838 Smuggler Parking Lot Vandalism 7/30/2015 10:00 AM
Received report of a phallus painted somewhere in the Smuggler parking lot. Discovered the large piece of "art" painted on the cement in the upper lot. Notified dispatch who had Deputy 57 and Road and Bridge respond to cover it up. Followed up to ensure cover up was successful.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/29/2015 3:30 PM
Noticed that deputy 10 had tagged two cars parked in the "fire line" with a green tag stating "to be towed" after being called for a parking complaint. 10's radio traffic earlier requested that the cars in violation be added to the "wildwood warning" file.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/29/2015 9:30 AM
Educational contact and leash provided at trailhead for a family from Los Angeles with a yellow lab.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/29/2015 9:30 AM
Monitored an EMS call for a 60 yo female biker with a injured arm at mile 28.5 on the RGT. Followed up to ensure safe trail conditions.
839 Moore Open Space Illegal Camping 7/28/2015 5:00 PM
contacted Victor Gouch camped on OS , will move in 24 hrs
839 Owl Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/28/2015 2:00 PM
Don Byrd Pitco SO Jailer, fell on rd bike on wet algae on Owl Ck Tr and broke femur on weekend, Griggers responded to clean trail, Beware of overflow irrigation anywhere.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 7/28/2015 9:00 AM
Discovered two dogs, Duffy & Spot, roaming free on Smuggler Mountain Road by the parking lot. Dogs owner, Tom & Bonnie McCloskey were leaving town and had Mary Carmen pick them up. The McCloskey's will be served a citation.
836 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 7/27/2015 3:30 PM
Responded to rp concerning parking in fire zone by Wildwood. Met Deputy Alex who was unclear on jurisdiction of road.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Special Event 7/27/2015 2:00 PM
Responded to rp concerning insecticide being sprayed near the RGT across from the Intercept Lot. Found two workers spraying a field about 100' from Rio on private property but they claim they just arrived and suggested it was someone else.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 7/27/2015 11:00 AM
Numerous dogs off leash in Heron Park.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 7/27/2015 9:30 AM
Found two dogs roaming free on Smuggler Mountain parking area. Dogs belonged to Tim & Bonnie McCloskey who were out of town. Mary Carmen picked up dogs for them. Citation suggested. Dogs names are Duffy & Spot.
838 Owl Creek Trail Trails 7/25/2015 2:30 PM
Lots of grass cuttings on trail in several places. Could stand for a raking.
838 Brush Creek Trail Special Event 7/25/2015 12:30 PM
Saw a female following participants in the World Vision Invitational closely on a motor scooter on the Brush Creek trail. See Report.
838 Brush Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/25/2015 12:30 PM
I was flagged down near the Snowmass Rodeo lot at the top of Brush Creek trail for an injured skateboarder. Pt. was eventually ambulatory with what seemed to be a knee ligament sprain/tear. He chose to seek further care down the road if things didn't improve.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/25/2015 10:00 AM
Gave Kaitlyn Roos (Broos) a verbal warning for having a German Shepard off leash. Also gave Jack Domus a verbal warning for having 2 Goldern Retrievers off leash.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 7/25/2015 8:30 AM
Pink tagged a rolled up tent and 3 trash bags in a clearing of thick brush in the small park before the Mill Street Bridge. Informed 959.
839 Aspen Mass Trail Special Event 7/25/2015 8:00 AM
World vision, unpermitted aid station, no signs as required
839 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 7/24/2015 9:30 AM
Written warning to Rod Ralls for 2 dogs off leash w/o sight control Jaffee River Tr at gate
838 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/23/2015 4:00 PM
Verbal warning to Timothy Kaiser for DOL(black lab mix). Leashed up and was very polite.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Bicycle Action 7/23/2015 2:00 PM
2 bikes on beach moved at request, 1 dog in inner tubes in compliance
839 Arciero Trailhead Illegal Camping 7/23/2015 12:00 PM
Suspicious older van FL BCI 035 camping at Arciero, plus fishermen trespasses onto Weida house and property below parking
838 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Signage 7/23/2015 8:30 AM
Frontier's closure signage is in place. We'll need to put "Trail Closed Ahead" sign on B/S trail where it comes out on the western end of Holland Hills from the Basalt side.
1558 North Star/James H. Smith Park use moderate 7/22/2015 2:30 PM
Educated a group of 5 tubers about wildlife sensitivity from the bank upstream of the herons.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 7/22/2015 1:00 PM
Responded to a call from dispatch regarding some hikers that had encountered and couldn't navigate around a bear on the Iowa Shaft trail after some specification that this is USFS land. While hiking up dispatch informed me that the party was clear of the bear and all ok.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 7/22/2015 11:00 AM
959 called to inform me that there were two motorized bikes headed my way on the trail. I contacted father Rick and son Chase Hermanns of FL who were riding the OPDMD devices but had turned the motors off since talking with 959. After denying using the devices for disabilities, I informed the duo of our regulations and gave them a verbal warning.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 7/21/2015 8:30 AM
At 4:30 I encountered a biker heading up Duffy's Wiggles with a brown boxer/pit mix running along side off leash. Gave verbal warning to John Francis and informed him that further action may be taken since he had a motor vehicle citation issued which he did not acknowledge, otherwise he was cooperative.
836 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 7/20/2015 2:30 PM
During patrol heard young people screaming in the closed area. Investigated and found five youth who were stranded due to their tubes deflating. Educated them and escorted them and their tubes out of the closed area. Will Giese was the oldest juvenile at 15. Called mother and had her come pick them up.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 7/20/2015 12:00 PM
Observed a large black bear right be the Meadows Trail just off the Rio. Monitored situation and informed public.
839 Gold Butte Open Space Resource Damage 7/20/2015 11:00 AM
thistle infestation on Gold Butte access tr. only in area of our trail const disturbance, cut and removed
839 Gold Butte Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/20/2015 10:00 AM
red brick/Rec dept school climbing Butte had 6'x6' colored tarp for sun shade , very visible, ordered to remove
838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/19/2015 3:00 PM
Talked to a group of 4 from St. Louis who were reading the signage at the Ranch gate. They had two drones and inquired about flying them at Northstar. I informed them of our regulations and they politely moved on.
838 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Trails 7/19/2015 11:00 AM
Aspen Valley Marathon had yet to pick up signage on the B/S trail as of Sunday morning.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Resource Damage 7/19/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Someone had run over ad destroyed a section fence at South Gate. I will report damage to Bill.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 7/19/2015 9:30 AM
10:30am Verb Warning: Fabrizio Braveli for two DOL (medium red-brown dogs) on EOA. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 7/19/2015 8:30 AM
9:30am Observed rough-looking man taking shelter from rain under RGT bridge near Mills St. He does not appear to be setting up camp or sleeping there. He moved on by 11:00am.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Wildlife 7/18/2015 4:00 PM
Observed a small light brown bear cross the Rio about 200 yards down from the Hunter Creek Bridge.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Mutual Aid 7/18/2015 3:00 PM
3:30pm Noticed COA Hunter Creek Water Treatment building door was wide open with no one around - notified dispatch and locked up building. BLM lot is, surprisingly, trash free.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 7/18/2015 2:30 PM
3:00pm Followed up on contact from earlier in the day with two possible "campers" (20-30s males with external frame packs) in woods at base of BC trail. Immediate area and BC underpass is clear.
836 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/18/2015 1:30 PM
Observed 20 - 25 rafters abandoning their float trip due to rain storm. Rafters walked through several areas of North Star just above the Observation area.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Called to scene 7/18/2015 1:15 PM
Assisted SO by hiking up sunnyside Trail to help an injured hiker descend.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 7/18/2015 12:00 PM
2:00pm Cut some nasty cornea-scratching height branches on Airline and Owl Creek below Vraney Curve. There are tons of thistle on lower Cozyline. I will follow up with Bill about additional weed whipping. Remember to carry your nippers/saw with you on patrol.
839 Arciero Trailhead Accident/Rescue 7/18/2015 12:00 PM
60 y.o. male fell off bike, Basalt ambi response
839 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Dog Offense 7/18/2015 10:15 AM
2 dogs off leash, on trail behind house near Kennel Rd. David and Mary Berkson , polite , written warning
838 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/18/2015 10:00 AM
Verbal warning to Keith McDougal of Basalt for medium sized short haired brown dog off leash. Polite and cooperative. Wanted to clarify where the leash law is in effect in the HC Valley.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/18/2015 10:00 AM
Verbal warning to Jeff Eichel of Miami for medium sized long/curly haired white dog off leash. Polite and cooperative. Claimed it's difficult to navigate rocks with dog on leash.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Special Event 7/18/2015 9:00 AM
10:00am Did a sweep of AVM course - many aid stations evident and only one piece of trash on trail between Aspen and the RR Cars.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 7/18/2015 8:00 AM
8:30am Discovered human feces on Stein Trail with used TP strewn all over a bush and the trail... Classy.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Special Event 7/18/2015 6:00 AM
monitored Aspen Valley Mararthon, exemplary compliance
8135 Owl Creek Trail Bicycle Action 7/17/2015 4:30 PM
Contacted three French people on E-Mountain Bikes entering OC. Followed OPDMD contact guidelines - they were not using bikes for a disability - and warned group. Observed fourth person on same model of E-MTB at Snowmass roundabout minutes later.
1558 North Star/James H. Smith Park use moderate 7/17/2015 2:30 PM
Educated a group of 8 tubers on the wonders of the heron rookery. Appreciative and respectful.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 7/17/2015 2:00 PM
Tagged black ford suv on park cir co 423-dwj ( not OST) Steve Pars(ielle)said he would move to Centennial lot
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/17/2015 1:00 PM
Encountered doubled-over 75-year-old male on soft-surface section of RGT. Subject complained of intense lower back pain and visibly had a hard time walking. Assessed patient and escorted patient and his friend to ambulance/deputies near W/J. Patient was assessed and transported home by Deputy 66.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 7/16/2015 3:30 PM
Followed up on squatter site discovered yesterday. The site was vacated and clean.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 7/16/2015 1:00 PM
USFS and Wildwood residents were installing no parking signs along road.
839 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 7/16/2015 11:00 AM
I was impressed on the clean state of trail
838 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 7/16/2015 10:00 AM
Monitored a call regarding a bike accident on the Owl Creek Trail in the "Flying Kilometer" section. Followed up with 242 who was on scene to ensure there were no trail hazards that could have led to the accident.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 7/16/2015 8:30 AM
Educational contact with a man named David entering the RGT from Stein Park who had his yellow lab off leash.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 7/15/2015 12:00 PM
Discovered a camp at mile marker 39 on the river side of the RGT. 958 and 959 met me to make contact with the camper who agreed to pack up within 24 hours and move to a designated spot. Camper was a 20-30 year old male named Zach. See report for details.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 7/15/2015 10:30 AM
Pink tagged two vehicles parked by the mailboxes beneath the Smuggler parking lot. Green Jeep Cherokee FL 546WER and Black Jeep Wrangler CO 265RNM.
8135 Moore Open Space Trails 7/14/2015 3:30 PM
Spoke with cyclist on Moore OS who recently confronted group of men spraying herbicide on south portion of Moore. Description of men fits COA maintenance crew. Assured cyclist they were spraying invasive weeds.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 7/14/2015 2:00 PM
Lance Armstrong sighting...
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 7/14/2015 1:00 PM
Lots of rental bikers out there. Be mindful that many of these folks have poor cycling skills and tend to swerve into your lane... JA & I discussed meeting with all rental shop owners and strongly recommending they hand out a simple bike etiquette pamphlet and Pitkin Outside card.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 7/13/2015 11:00 AM
Verbal warning to Erin Brooks DOL twice on Rio near Meadow Bridge. Tall lanky brown dog.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Patrol/Outreach 7/12/2015 3:00 PM
Completed a river patrol of North Star with 958 - made quality outreach contacts with upwards of 40 river users while eddied out near the heron closure on JHS. All contacted boaters quieted down when entering closure and majority showed interest in rookery. I was surprised! Overall, water patrol seems very effective. Stillwater was still a junk show.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Parking 7/12/2015 3:00 PM
Pink-tagged unlicensed dirt bike parked on edge of EOA. Later, watched owner wheel bike off property to roadway.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 7/12/2015 2:00 PM
Gave two verbal warnings 5 minutes apart to Dana Berry for two pitbulls off leash on Rio by JD Sancuary bathrooms. Dogs were OL again on Rio as she was approaching bridge by library. Not very cooperative and probably should have cited since she had a previous warning.
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 7/12/2015 12:00 PM
Made educational contact with large group of tubers beaching in closed area of far bank - dispersed quickly.
8135 Lani White Trail Dog Offense 7/12/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Found and leashed old lost dog on Verena Mallory trail. Walked down and met owner's girlfriend on Lani White - issued boyfriend, Brad Jaszicki, last verbal warning for DOL and asked girlfriend to remind Brad of potential fine.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/12/2015 10:30 AM
10:45am Judie Seymour for DOL (small brown and white dog) on HC between Benedict Bridge and USFS boundary. Apparent first warning in database, although I've spoken with her before on Smuggler.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/12/2015 10:30 AM
11:45am Verbal warning: Jessica Bennett for DOL (large Weimaraner) on HC above staircase. First warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/12/2015 10:30 AM
10:30am Educational contact with couple who temporarily lost two small dogs on Iowa Shaft trail near HC Cutoff. Reminded couple about V&S rules when they returned to OST property.
836 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 7/12/2015 9:00 AM
Hiker was considerate enough to leave poop bag on top of counter box.
836 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 7/12/2015 9:00 AM
Hikers reported large down pine laying across trail near the top of Arbaney Kittle Trail
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 7/12/2015 8:30 AM
Martha Cambell was walking brown pitpull mix OL on Rio. Not very cooperative but gave name and seemed to accept educational contact as well as first warning.
1558 North Star/James H. Smith Litter minimal 7/11/2015 3:45 PM
Patrol float wildwood to Stillwater bridge w 838. Two handfuls of trash in the entire stretch. Talked to one family hosting a 14 year old's birthday party on pool toys about hypothermia and taking the river seriously. Crowds minimal due to t storms. A couple parties of respectful kayakers and sup users encountered.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 7/11/2015 9:00 AM
Two citations & two warnings issued post-event for Bicycle Tour of Colorado ($500 - vandalism second offense, $100 - commercial activities limited) for spray paint on trail, unpermitted use of upper Rio, inadequate event marshaling & inadequate event signage.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Illegal Camping 7/11/2015 8:30 AM
Noted a biker who seemed like the homeless vagrant type on the RGT above Emma. Perhaps keep an eye out for a camp in this area.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 7/10/2015 2:00 PM
lock replkaced on sacred side of no star gate to 1978
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/10/2015 10:30 AM
Biking accident at Duffy's Wiggle on the Rio Grande. Bikes went off trail. Couple bruised and scraped up. Provided first aid care and they were able to return to Aspen without further assistance.
836 Castle Creek Trail Illegal Camping 7/08/2015 3:30 PM
Observed squatter camp by Detox Center. Appears to be on private property and not a city or county issue.
838 Sky Mountain Park Mutual Aid 7/08/2015 1:00 PM
Responded to traffic on Ajax from 66 and 217 who had witnessed two ATV's drive out from the private road that intersects owl creek road where the "jack rabbit" gate is located, pull a quick u-turn and bypass the gate onto the road again. Officers were concerned that the vehicles were trespassing onto open space. Myself, 958, and 836 responded to determine that the vehicles had likely remained on private property and a trespass into Sky MP was unlikely.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/08/2015 11:30 AM
Monitored a medical call on the owl creek trail. Sounded cardiac in nature. Medics were quick to respond.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 7/07/2015 12:00 PM
Observed evidence of vehicle trespass on Sky MP at the intersection of BC and Cozyline - tracks can be seen going from BC to the adjacent private property on the other side of the pipeline fence. Our Cozyline regs sign was hit, presumably by the trespassing vehicle, and bent out of shape.
8135 Open Space & Trails Trails 7/06/2015 5:30 PM
Dispatch aired call - a very expensive bracelet was lost somewhere on the RGT. Keep your eyes peeled.
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Park permit check 7/05/2015 3:45 PM
Contacted a group of about 50 people in Heron Park, on a day when no events were scheduled there. After some explaining it became clear, they indeed had a permit, but moved their location, legitimately, last minute.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 7/05/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Monitored call from Dispatch to Deputy 75 regarding indecent exposure in bushes at North Star Preserve that took place around noon today. Incident may be connected to other similar incidents in Aspen.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/05/2015 12:30 PM
1:00pm Verbal Warning: Cory Berger for DOL (medium white curly) on HC above staircase. Cooperative - first warning.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 7/05/2015 11:30 AM
11:50am Educational contact with Marco Cingolini regarding V&S control and carrying sufficient bags - he is probably due for a ticket soon.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Found resource damage 7/05/2015 11:15 AM
Contacted party about filling in holes their dog dug in the volleyball court.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 7/05/2015 10:30 AM
10:45 Verbal Warning: Betsy Sheridan for DOL (Layla) on EOA reportedly near her driveway. No leash. Not a very pleasant person. Chose to return home rather than take an offered leash. First warning for leash law, previously cited for mgmt plan on Smuggler.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 7/05/2015 8:30 AM
Trash pick up post 4th of July activity at Northstar. Filled the truck bed with abandoned tubes, flip-flops, and beer cans....even a mini trampoline.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Campsite found/evicted 7/05/2015 7:30 AM
Contacted Brad Uffner at North Star Preserve in the observation deck parking lot, with 77. Uffner drives the red and silver Suburban we have all been seeing. He claimed he comes to the parking lot around 530am, not overnight; I'm not quite convinced he was telling us the truth. County Graveyard shift is aware.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 7/04/2015 4:30 PM
Happy Birthday America. Record # of floaters celebrating?
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/04/2015 3:30 PM
Responded to an injured rafter above Slaughterhouse. Many personnel including 835 and 959 on scene to assist with uphual and ambi transport. See report.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/04/2015 3:30 PM
3:30pm Responded from Smuggler on bike to RGT below Stein Park for rafting accident/rescue. AVFD, Aspen Ambulance, SO, APD, and COA 959 responded. AWR guide was also injured during rescue. OST controlled trail traffic and assisted in up haul. Patients transported and incident concluded by 4:30pm. See report. Thanks to 959 for medical response.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 7/04/2015 3:30 PM
Rafting injury just below Entrance Exam Rapid. See Report.
838 Smuggler Mountain Road Parking 7/04/2015 11:00 AM
Pink tagged a white ford van parked in the first large pull off on right hand side of smuggler mtn road. CA plate 7N64036.
836 Dart Conservation Easement Trails 7/04/2015 9:00 AM
Water flowing over 20' section of trail from ranch water source. More of an inconvenience than a hazard.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 7/04/2015 8:30 AM
9:15am Verbal Warning: Dillon Ross of Denver for fishing along riverbank near Stillwater Bridge. Cooperative - redirected him to OST fishing easements and handed out Pitkin Outside card.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 7/04/2015 8:30 AM
9:30am Gathered large pile of river-related trash at Stillwater Bridge for pick up in truck.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 7/04/2015 7:00 AM
Buddy run went flawlessly
836 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 7/03/2015 1:00 PM
Sheriff called to Wildwood Rd. by the school which claimed the bus access was blocked. Over 30 cars were parked at Wildwood. Sheriff escorted bus out.
836 North Star Nature Preserve Accident/Rescue 7/03/2015 1:00 PM
Gave 12 y.o. girl my Ranger raincoat to wear when I noticed her shivering on the Stillwater bridge. She became separated from the adults she was with while floating. The adults showed up 20 minutes later. Performance under pressure!
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 7/03/2015 10:00 AM
Assist Jeff w/. Maint removal of large cottonwood blocking RGT at Emma
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 7/02/2015 2:30 PM
man w/parkinsons rescued from airport section of rgt by many resonders
838 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/02/2015 1:30 PM
Educational contact with a man who had a small, brown, curly haired DOL at the HC trailhead.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 7/01/2015 2:00 PM
Issued a verbal warning to Danica Webb of Hotchkiss for 2 DOL's on the soft section of the trail. One black puppy and one older cattle dog mix.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 7/01/2015 8:30 AM
Janet and I installed a wildlife camera on McFarland Bridge to capture images of the water users floating downstream.
838 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 7/01/2015 8:00 AM
Turned on my radio to a call regarding a squatter camp near Twin Ridge Drive in the area of AVH. Deputy 66 arrested the squatter, who it sounds like had several warrants, and then tried to reach an Open Space Ranger to clean up the camp. I followed up with dispatch. I don't believe this is Pitkin County's open space.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 6/30/2015 2:30 PM
JA and I swept Sky Mtn Park looking for cyclist with off-leash dog (in closed area) sighted by Bill G. riding up Cozy Pony Trail. Despite riding Viewline, Skyline, and Cozyline - while JA staked out BC - I didn't locate the subject. Alas, all I got out of it was a great ride.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 6/30/2015 11:30 AM
12:20pm Verbal Warning: John Spiess of Bonedale for DOL on HC near USFS boundary. Leashed upon request - very cooperative.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 6/30/2015 10:30 AM
Aspen Backcountry Marathon has still not removed signage and pink-flagging tape on HC Cutoff, 10th Mtn, HC Valley.
1558 Campus/Moore Properties Called to scene 6/30/2015 10:00 AM
Called to address kids throwing stuff off tiehack bridge. They had paper airplanes and materials to make lots more. Cooperative with my littering lecture.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 6/30/2015 9:00 AM
10:00am For the second time this week, I've observed a large group of paragliders landing in the preserve west of the designated landing zone near the RGT & Beach. I counted 14 people in the area. I spoke with people on site - they are landing there because the landing zone is still marshy.
8135 Filoha Meadows Open Space Special Event 6/29/2015 7:00 PM
9:30PM RFC night event at Filoha went well with max attendance - tons of fireflies (and mosquitoes) out on Doc Johnson's property!
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 6/29/2015 4:00 PM
4:00pm Water has dropped dramatically at North Star - EOA trail is now dry; flood signage has been removed; Roaring Fork has mostly returned to its channel.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 6/28/2015 2:00 PM
Noticed two folks who may be camping in willows area (PitCo owned - not OST) along RGT near Mills St. Bridge. No probable cause, but we should keep an eye on that area due to history of issues.
836 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 6/28/2015 1:30 PM
Requested Deputy assistance with a car park partially on Hwy 82. Deputy Marcin responded and ticketed vehicle - Silver BMW 328i - CO
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Special Event 6/28/2015 10:30 AM
Aspen Backcountry Marathon folks still need to remove pink flagging tape and signage on HC Cutoff and HC Valley trails.
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Called to scene 6/27/2015 5:00 PM
Responded to Wildwood to assist SO with a lost person in the area of the Wildwood Beach. Person turned up while we were question the RP.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 6/27/2015 3:30 PM
4:00pm Took report from concerned tubers at Wildwood parking lot regarding missing individual. Checked Stillwater Bridge for missing person - did not see them - followed up with RP and advised them to contact S.O. Deputies 67 & 11 responded and searched Wildwood area - missing person showed up two hours plus after noticed missing.
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Issued citation 6/27/2015 11:00 AM
Issued citation to Drita Rosin for dog off leash. Drita already had been served a verbal and written warning in the past.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 6/27/2015 11:00 AM
Put up signs for Smugg Forestry work to start 6/27
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 6/27/2015 11:00 AM
12:00pm We need to post "trail closed" signage on cut-off trail from Skyline Trail to top of Radar Rd, if we want to prevent traffic on road. Currently, there is no signage to indicate closure.
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Issued verbal warning 6/27/2015 10:45 AM
Issued verbal warnings to Sammy Podhurst and Katie Mckirahan for dogs off leash. Both 1st offenses.
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Called to scene 6/27/2015 10:00 AM
Informed by runner in the marathon that there was a small black dog off leash, nipping at runners on the Maroon Creek trail. Found and contacted Zoe Brown and issued a verbal warning for 1st offense.
839 Brush Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 6/27/2015 9:30 AM
Trail check, gave ride to woman who fell off bike w/ minor injury
1559 Campus/Moore Properties Called to scene 6/27/2015 9:00 AM
Assisted in search for a 45 M, in distress during the Backcountry Marathon.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 6/26/2015 1:00 PM
Large tree fell across Hunter Creek near trail head. Not blocking trail but draped across creek providing a tempting bridge crossing.
836 Brush Creek Trail Trails 6/26/2015 12:00 PM
Swept hay off trail. May need follow-up since harvesting still in progress. Swept gravel off blacktop by Cosey Line entrance and several feet away from blacktop.
838 Brush Creek Trail Signage 6/25/2015 4:30 PM
Laid our detour signs down in the grass so that people could use the trail over the weekend. Sounds like Frontier will finish up with their shoulder work on Monday. We'll need to post Caution Trail Damage signs at both ends on Friday morning.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 6/25/2015 12:30 PM
Spoke W/Harry at willoughby residence across from Grindlay Bridge about removal of brush/saplings pile along RGT/ will haul up by hand
838 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 6/24/2015 1:00 PM
Received a call from Gary regarding a couple of SUPers at Northstar who had a dog with them that was frequenting the land. I drove right up and found OST Matt, who pointed me in the right direction. Despite my best attempt on bike for an hour or so, I was evaded and did not make contact with the offenders for a citation. We must have been going in opposite directions/circles. Note, it's difficult to contact water users from the EOA trail.
1558 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 6/23/2015 10:30 AM
Put band-aids on boo boos for a young lady who took a fall from her bike at Duffy's wiggles. No hero, ma'am. Just doing my job.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 6/22/2015 2:30 PM
3:45pm Happened to be on scene at Stein Park for confrontation between vehicle driver and Adaptive Adventures cyclist team sparked by honking car horn on McClane Flats Rd. Separated feuding parties until Deputy 10 arrived to educate. Helped pick up and move handicapped cyclist to shade after his prosthetic leg fell off, causing him to yell and hit the pavement. No EMS needed.
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Called to scene 6/22/2015 1:00 PM
Responded to a 68, M feeling light-headed on the Hunter Creek Trail above the 2nd bridge. 958 dropped me near HTC and I decended 200 yards to find patient sitting on a rock. I performed my assessment and made the decision to walk the patient back up and out to meet the ambi at the tight switchback on Hunter Creek Rd.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 6/22/2015 1:00 PM
Responded from Emma to HC trailhead for medical call on trail. Followed up with 959 to get copied on report.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 6/22/2015 12:00 PM
Monitored the BTC bike event, which also seemed to be a junk show up valley.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Special Event 6/22/2015 11:30 AM
BTC bike ride was a junk show down valley. For a few hours, I essentially ran the marshaling along the RGT from Arciero down. Will document in permit monitoring report. Rangers: please forward me comments, photos, complaints.
838 Stein Trail Dog Offense 6/22/2015 11:30 AM
Issued verbal warning and leash to Peggy-Joe Trish for Golden Retriever off leash.
1559 Marolt Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 6/22/2015 8:30 AM
Observed an unaccompanied black Lab with no collar wondering around the paraglider land area. I was able to catch the dog after it strolled across Castle Creek Rd. Once on leash she seemed to know where to go; returned dog to owner at 100 Meadowood Dr.
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 6/21/2015 5:00 PM
6:00pm Answered question from Dispatch - bridges crossing Roaring Fork across from Mountain Laurel are not our property. We cannot stop kids from jumping into the river. Deputy followed up with RP.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 6/21/2015 1:30 PM
1:40pm Worked with Dispatch on a 3 person bike accident at "Driveways" section of RGT. Interviewed Ted Odlaug by phone who was at AVH. Ted's granddaughter fell on the tall shoulder of the new asphalt, Ted ran her over, and his wife panicked and crashed as well. Adults received abrasions, granddaughter fractured collar bone. Interviewed Roaring Fork Ranch Manger, Marc Kiernan, who happened to be on scene at time of accident and drove party to AVH - documented crash site. Placed caution sign at up valley end of RGT. Thanked Marc for help and wrapped up with Ted.
836 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/21/2015 1:30 PM
Monitored the 10 minute loading zone at the Stillwater Gate/bridge. Issued written warning to Monique Taylor who was parked in unloading zone for a couple of hours. Requested tour bus move from loading zone.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 6/21/2015 1:00 PM
CITATION: Bisque Cyr-Jackson for two DOL and no leashes on RGT between Jaffee & Woody Creek (one citation, one warning). Second citation - $500. Bisque was upset/angry and refused to give updated address, but was otherwise cooperative.
8135 Lani White Trail Penalty Assessment 6/21/2015 11:30 AM
CITATION: Joy Myer for DOL on Lani White. Fourth contact/warning for DOL, fifth contact by OST. Myer became loud, emotionally unstable and refused to sign citation, take copy of ticket, or give contact info - I will try to pull info from past written warnings. First citation - $100.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Wildlife 6/21/2015 8:45 AM
Removed dead fox from Basalt-Smass trail.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/20/2015 4:00 PM
5:00pm Over 59 cars counted at North Star parking areas, unknown number of people out on river & path. Wildwood drive between put-in lot and school was barely passable in Tacoma. PitCo Rangers: please remember to make spot count entries and take photos of crowds - the more the better.
1559 Marolt Open Space Called to scene 6/20/2015 2:00 PM
Report of a Bicyclist down with neck and back pain on bike path near Cemetery and 82. Found patient near Marolt Museum driveway on bike path. Ambi arrived shortly after to transport.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 6/20/2015 12:30 PM
1:20pm Verbal Warning: Robin Rose for one DOL (golden doodle-type dog) on HC below Benedict Bridge. Leashed dog upon request.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 6/20/2015 12:00 PM
Issued warning to Shara Brice for having English Springer Spaniel off-leash on Rio between Stein Park and Hunter Creek.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 6/20/2015 10:30 AM
Issued verbal warning to Alexandra Leydecker for having Golden named Oliver off-leash on Hunter Creek. Mother & Father have both had prior warnings. Notified her the next time Oliver is off leash in a mandatory leash area that citation will be issued.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 6/20/2015 10:00 AM
11:20am Educational contact with man who let dogs off-leash to play in water upstream of Stillwater Bridge. Very cooperative - helped me clean up trash at bridge.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Penalty Assessment 6/20/2015 8:15 AM
Issued citation to Douglas Rickert for parking on Smuggler Road and camping. Rescinded citation to warning. Douglass & girlfriend arrive at campsite around midnight after being turned away from Difficult Campground. Did not see no camping sign.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 6/20/2015 8:00 AM
CASA Ride runs from 6:30am to 3:00pm today on mid-lower RGT.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Maintenance 6/19/2015 5:00 PM
Repaving of "Driveways" section of RGT is complete - trail is now open. CASA Ride can now include this section in its race (6/20/15).
8135 Brush Creek Trail Parking 6/19/2015 3:00 PM
3:00pm Corresponded with Snowmass officer 242 regarding parking on Hidden Valley Cemetery drive access to Sky MP. Snowmass PD is okay with short term locals-parking. Contacted van driver lurking suspiciously at wooded roundabout - it was Todd Grange. Todd and I chatted about hunting - fielded questions about fourth season elk hunt in Sky MP and gave him JA's card for info on how to apply, lotto, etc.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Maintenance 6/19/2015 11:00 AM
12:30pm Joe and I separately got an ear full about loose rocks left on Smuggler Mtn Rd from recent repairs - it's a mountain road, right?
1559 Herron/Newbury Park Called to scene 6/19/2015 10:15 AM
Responded with APD to Heron for a strange woman acting strange. Just ended up being a foreigner acting like a foreigner.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 6/19/2015 9:00 AM
10:00am Moved along one vehicle and tagged a silver Grand Cherokee parked in loading/unloading area of Stein Park lot. Spoke with AVFD 601 (Fire Chief) and Jim from Aspen Whitewater in Stein Park about water levels and hazards.
1558 Marolt Open Space Called to scene 6/18/2015 2:15 PM
Called to scene w APD at castle creek rd overpass. Ped bridge was struck by truck passing below. Wood was ripped from bottom of laminated bridge member. Trail remains open to peds & bikes w xtra signage against vehicles.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 6/17/2015 2:00 PM
Verbal warning to Irene Carr for DOL. Just visiting and not familiar with laws, despite signage- handed out Pitkin Outside card.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 6/17/2015 12:00 PM
There has been a red/silver suburban parked at the observation platform parking area every time I have gone by during the day. Worth a tag? CO plate 953-UKE.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 6/16/2015 4:00 PM
Verbal warning to Vicki Huigo for dog Cooper off leash. Polite and compliant.
838 Wingo Junction River Access Whitewater 6/16/2015 11:00 AM
Noted lots of and picked up some liter. Could we put a trash can here?
838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 6/16/2015 8:30 AM
Tagged a silver/dark grey Audi, CO 102ZJV that seems to be using the Emma Schoolhouse lot as a park and ride.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Maintenance 6/15/2015 3:00 PM
3:00pm Talked to Frontier Paving Inc. - detour is good for today, but it will need to be expanded further down valley tomorrow. Seems most folks are adhering to detour - alternative of road biking on a torn up trail awaits the stubborn ones.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 6/15/2015 1:00 PM
2:30pm Chatted with a group of hikers at Stein Park who were concerned about an unaccompanied handicapped child on upper RGT - called in welfare check, checked area, cleared call when I saw no solo kids on upper RGT. Description of subject fits with a person I have seen repeatedly - appears to be about twelve, walks with a limp, often by himself on RGT above and below Stein Park. Likely he just went home - I think he lives on Cemetery Lane.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Whitewater 6/15/2015 12:00 PM
12:00pm Checked water levels under McFarlane Gulch bridge - the gap is getting tight at 2-3 feet. Fun boaters pass fine (SUPers have to lay down), but a nearby homeowner, Andre, has rescued at least one boater who flipped trying to negotiate bridge. He encouraged us to ticket folks frequently in NSP for dogs. RFC may want to postpone or reroute scheduled float.
838 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 6/15/2015 10:30 AM
Issued a verbal warning and a leash to young Sam Lakesly who was biking to check out Northstar Lake with his yellow lab off leash.
8135 Jaffee Park Patrol/Outreach 6/14/2015 5:00 PM
5:00pm Chatted with TOSV employee biking with her family at Jaffee Park - she was frustrated that the TOSV website did not mention the upper BC detour. She said it was "hairy" biking on road with child. I helped her negotiate way to RGT. She said she would have Ted O'Brien post link to OST trail detour announcement.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 6/14/2015 3:30 PM
3:30pm Moved along three cars from commercial loading/unloading area of Stein Park lot. Busy, busy.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 6/14/2015 1:30 PM
No evidence of scheduled repaving or closure on "Driveways" section of RGT.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 6/14/2015 1:00 PM
No slides observed on soft surface RGT from wet weather.
836 Smuggler Mountain Road Dog Offense 6/14/2015 12:30 PM
Found black lab looking dog wondering lower SMR. Called number on leash, Luke Werner, and he came quickly to recover lost dog. Very apologetic that dog got out. I issued a verbal warning but was glad I was able to reunite Luke & Lou.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 6/14/2015 11:00 AM
11:20am Verbal Warning: Rob Stein for DOL (medium black dog) on HC near USFS boundary. I watched Rob leash his dog when he spotted me at the kiosk. Rob tried to walk away and leave in headphones, until I asked him to do otherwise. First warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Wildlife 6/14/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Chatted with Jim Kravitz (from ACES) about the reported dead mtn lion (aired on Dispatch 6/8/15, turned over to CPW) on Sunnyside Trail. Jim reported the lion to OST, Kevin - the retired DWM - and USFS. Jim was unsatisfied with the response and was on his way to check if lion remains were still there. Jim showed me photos and gave directions (dead juvenile lion, located above USFS Rd on the "upper plunge" near a creek). Jim felt the situation was "suspicious" and also mentioned a woman had called ACES to report possible coyote poisoning on Smuggler - she did not want to give name (likely this is the same person who left us an anonymous voicemail earlier this Spring). I asked Jim to send me the lion photos and let me know if he hears anything else - handed out my card.
8135 Open Space & Trails Trails 6/14/2015 8:00 AM
959 - The older black bike at Stein Park, as well as the other bike locked up nearby, belong to guides at Elk Mtn whitewater. I asked them on 6/7/15 to remove the bikes, and either keep them in their guide van or lock them up daily - not overnight.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/13/2015 4:00 PM
Found a hammock strung under east end of Marolt Bridge. Appears to be be the same one that was removed by owner after I tagged it weeks previous. I removed the hammock with belongings, leaving 1 sleeping bag and my contact info instructing the gentleman to call me. Plan on citing when he gets in touch to claim his things.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Patrol/Outreach 6/13/2015 2:00 PM
man contacted dispatch about kayaks paddling out to South side of Preserve, I called and told him it was permitted with the unusual flooding (no foot traffic allowed on south side)
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Parking issues 6/13/2015 12:45 PM
Tagged a black older model bike that has been locked to a tree at stein park for a couple of days. Will check back early next week and remove if necessary.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Maintenance 6/13/2015 12:00 PM
Appears R and B has pulled out, ? to GT if we can remove signage
839 Brush Creek Trail Resource Damage 6/13/2015 11:00 AM
Brush Ck Tr needs a sweep Sunday where rain washed gravel and at driveway crossing
839 Jaffee Park Whitewater 6/13/2015 10:00 AM
Patrol boat ramp at Jaffee, very busy with all companies
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 6/13/2015 8:00 AM
COA Gran Fondo successful, 70 riders
1558 Stein/Red Butte Park Followed-up on issue 6/12/2015 9:00 AM
Nastiest strainer removed successfully from tail waves of Entrance Exam. Good work by raft companies, D&D towing, and 839, 958, 959, 836. Other wood remains elsewhere on the run and flows are still on the high side of good for boating.
839 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 6/11/2015 2:00 PM
"Bandit "trail is a Hosier Trail (again) on private land, links jnto Hunter Ck Tr near Benefict Bridge
839 Brush Creek Trail Parking 6/10/2015 5:00 PM
Illegal parking bottom brush,, silv Land Rover FL. RIR 708 Tagged
1558 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/10/2015 2:00 PM
DOL contact gone south with a real specimen. Asked to leash up at RGT terminus he began ranting about how "John ruined this place". Would not give name. Moustache, orange hat, black lab mix. Gold Toyota pickup w topper 996 TTB. Tell him Brian said hi.
1558 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 6/10/2015 10:30 AM
Inspected multiple strainers and talked with reps from rafting companies. Slaughterhouse run is deadly till wood is removed. A removal op will likely occur Thursday morning. I made myself available for trail management while this gets done.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 6/09/2015 3:30 PM
4:30pm Verbal Warning: Erica Murray for one DOL (a second was leashed) on HC below Benedict Bridge. Handed out one leash. Cooperative, but tried to give excuses.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 6/09/2015 3:00 PM
3:30pm Heads up: lower HC boardwalk and parts of the trail are flooded. Not a real risk, although the river itself is raging. I posted cautions signs above and below flooded area.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 6/09/2015 12:00 PM
Educational contact with a couple of folks who had taken their dog off the leash briefly to play in some of flooded water on the trail.
839 Moore Open Space Parking 6/09/2015 11:00 AM
const trailer at Aspen Chapel belongs to Savage Const, called them and they said they would move promptly
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Maintenance 6/09/2015 9:00 AM
See Pitkin Alert for summary of Smuggler Mtn Rd project and vehicle closure. Closed to vehicles during work hours M-Th/Fri. R&B will escort hikers through site. Electronic sign goes up in lot tomorrow.
8135 Open Space & Trails Wildlife 6/08/2015 5:00 PM
5:20pm Monitored call regarding dead mountain lion on upper Sunnyside Trail (USFS) - Deputy 10 responded, spoke with RP, and turned over to CPW. Deputy 10 will check back on animal tomorrow.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Mutual Aid 6/08/2015 1:30 PM
1:40pm Monitored call regarding intoxicated male attempting to ride bike on RGT near BHS. BPD and Deputy 50 made a welfare check on subject.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 6/08/2015 10:30 AM
11:30am Written Warning: Nathaniel Deans for one DOL (Fenway the Bernese) on EOA. Very cooperative, but full of excuses and due for written warning. Did not have leash.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 6/08/2015 8:00 AM
Met with Road & Bridges - repairs on Smuggler Mtn Rd begin tomorrow. During work day Monday-Thursday for the next two weeks, vehicles will be restricted and hikers/bikers must be escorted by workers through project site. An excavator, backhoe, and dump truck will all be on the road at some point. Signs and an electronic reader board will be posted on the road below the project site.
836 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 6/07/2015 2:45 PM
Jeff Posey & family walking two shepards off leash on boardwalk. Gave verbal warning. Lives in area of offense and was very cordial.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Whitewater 6/07/2015 2:30 PM
3:30pm Contacted Lang of Elk Mtn whitewater regarding locking up bikes overnight in Stein Park woods - advised to keep bikes on company van roof rack or lock up daily. Also advised to be careful of sharp objects when walking in flip flops in area of historic squatter site.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 6/07/2015 2:30 PM
4:00pm Educational contact with three men carrying dog & pulling dog in baby cart - outreached and handed out leash.
838 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 6/07/2015 2:30 PM
Spoke with a woman who witnessed two large dogs at large on the Skyline trail a couple hours prior. She said that she asked around to see if anyone was the owner and no one claimed the dogs. Perhaps they wandered up from one the adjacent homes. There was no sign of them when I rode skyline. Will keep an eye out up there.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/07/2015 1:30 PM
1:30pm Turned "Heavy Pedestrian Activity" signs on 82 along NSP/JHS due to increased traffic from boaters on shoulder and hikers bypassing flooded section of EOA on roadside.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Whitewater 6/07/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Headed off conflict between bystander/landowner on Wildwood and large group of illegally parked young folks drinking and inflating tubes - I directed them to park at South Gate.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 6/07/2015 11:30 AM
1:00pm Called Deputy J. Bennett (who was out near the Maroon Bells) per request from Dispatch. He asked me if Open Space had an employee named Rory James - I said not on our ranger staff or maintenance crew. Strange.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 6/07/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Walked historic pink-flagged bandit trail that runs from HC talus field to Verena Mallory - no sign of recent activity, but the trail remains flagged.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/07/2015 10:00 AM
Posted "caution trail may be flooded" signs on section of EOA trail west of Stillwater bridge.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Whitewater 6/07/2015 9:00 AM
10:00am Noted a green two-person kayak left on beach at Wildwood put-in. This is USFS land, but let's keep an eye on the boat. There's a wave train at the put-in now and upstream the water's raging!
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 6/07/2015 8:45 AM
Tan colored Great Dane/boxer mix roaming Rio 300 yards above Wingo Bridge. Dog growled at me then wondered off into the yard of the first house on the right up from Wingo Bridge/parking lot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 6/06/2015 2:00 PM
4:00pm Found syringe in abandoned/historic camp site immediately below Stein Park. Reported to SO - they directed me to AVH - AVH said to seal the syringe in a puncture-proof container and throw in trash. No agencies/facilities in Aspen accept medical sharps. I will update squatter SOPs to reflect this. Be careful with sharps!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 6/06/2015 2:00 PM
5:15pm Contacted Joy Myer on RGT above Stein Park with DOL. Myer leashed dog when she saw me - I explained that leashing dogs only when you see a ranger does not fly. I initially did not find Myer in database, and double-backed to cite, but did not see her on trail. Nice lady, but unfortunately overdue for a ticket.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 6/06/2015 2:00 PM
2:00pm Took report of lost kayak from Marty Swanson - he swam Slaughterhouse Falls just before I contacted him. Marty wanted the SO notified, so they did not scramble MRA for an empty boat. Deputies 76 & 66 followed up with Marty. Marty was breathing hard when I contacted him, but was unharmed from his dunk in the river. Kayak was spotted soon after at Twining Flats.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 6/06/2015 11:30 AM
1:00pm Spoke with Matthew Hecht on Smuggler summit - Hecht wanted a past warning rescinded because he insisted his dog was under V&S control at the time of the contact on HC. I informed Hecht that HC is leash mandatory and reminded him where the regs are posted - Hecht understood.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 6/06/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Pink-tagged collector's Jeep (CO: 399-SRX) parked at Smuggler summit.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Closed Area 6/06/2015 10:00 AM
11:00am Observed recent footprints near Verena Mallory porta/bandit trail flagging - let's keep an eye on this area for last minute illegal trail building before anticipated AVLT closure on 9/1/15.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 6/06/2015 8:30 AM
With rain and temporary closure of transmountain diversion at Indy... North Star is a lake!
836 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 6/05/2015 4:00 PM
Ragner Trail Relay
836 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 6/05/2015 9:30 AM
Kale Mitchell walking Golden mix off leash. Verbally abusive - uncooperative. Issued verbal warning.
836 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 6/04/2015 5:30 PM
RFC float trip through Northstar
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 6/04/2015 12:30 PM
Issued 2 verbal warnings to Katrina Ibanova and Zuzana Daniels who each had a very small dog off leash.
1558 North Star/James H. Smith Closure violation 6/04/2015 10:45 AM
Educated a couple SUP users that there is no river access from the platform parking area. They were appreciative and headed off to access elsewhere.
8135 Jaffee Park Whitewater 6/03/2015 5:00 PM
5:30pm It seems someone has already stolen the broom from Jaffee boat ramp - it shows you how appreciative people are of a clean ramp...
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Issued written warning 6/03/2015 4:00 PM
958 and myself issued a written warning to Tucker Leitch for riding his scooter across Tiehack Bridge. He was very apologetic and quite startled by the contact. He endured us it would not happen again, we believe him.
8135 Glassier Open Space Signage 6/03/2015 3:30 PM
3:35pm Replaced missing Glassier Ranch OS sign - included No Dogs reg - let's keep an eye out for neighborly vandalism.
8135 Glassier Open Space Counters 6/03/2015 3:30 PM
4:30pm Replaced and armed Glassier-Crown counter. Let's keep an eye on wildlife camera and trail counter for vandalism as well during patrols.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/03/2015 3:15 PM
958 and myself tagged a fairly well dug in camp north of Marolt Museum.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 6/03/2015 2:30 PM
3:15pm Responded from BHS-RGT lot to code medical call on Red Mtn for an unconscious female outside Mountain Greenery. Elected to respond due to proximity and urgency of call. Subject suffered seizure. First on scene. Cleared scene upon arrival of EMS.
1558 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/03/2015 10:30 AM
1559 Rio Grande Trail Issued written warning 6/02/2015 12:00 PM
Issued written warning to Russell Cattaneo, for 2nd off leash offense. Missed him on my initial search in compliance; had to double back to write him as he was calling the office about me :) We are so loved.
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 6/02/2015 8:00 AM
11:00am Monitored radio traffic on Red Mtn regarding a welfare check on intoxicated man with history of threats to officers - APD staged and contacted man on upper RGT below the Post Office. APD detained, but did not arrest or transport.
836 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 6/01/2015 2:00 PM
Alexandra Halperin had Australian Shepard off leash on EOA Trail by Ranch Gate (beach) entrance. Gave verbal warning only due to mispelling. Ms. Halperin is publish of Aspen Peak Magazine and has been warned before. Even stated she did not know a leash was needed on Hunter Creek Trail.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/01/2015 12:00 PM
Camp spot under Marolt bridge is finally vacant.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/01/2015 12:00 PM
Found another old squatter site, probably from last year, below Marolt Museum Trail next to river. Will schedule a cleanup time. Just call me Hawk-Eye.
8135 Glassier Open Space Counters 5/31/2015 4:00 PM
4:30pm Recovered Glassier-Crown TRAFx counter for renaming & maintenance in office.
8135 Glassier Open Space Signage 5/31/2015 4:00 PM
Glassier Ranch OS sign is missing from RGT-Driveway intersection. Directional signage is still intact. Followed up with GT & JA.
8135 Emma Trail Counters 5/31/2015 3:30 PM
4:00pm Removed faulty Emma Trail TRAFx counter for maintenance in office.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Trails 5/31/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Contacted Michael Brands standing in RGT easement near Dart Property while operating a drone over Lower River Rd. and (private) Dart Ranch. Michael works for Mountain Home Photo (970-379-1885) - he is doing real-estate aerial photography of Dart Ranch on request of property owners. I explained OST ban on drones on adjacent property, but assured him that I did not want to interfere with private property owners. Michael has questions about easements & OST boundaries - referred to JA. http://mountainhomephoto.com
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/31/2015 11:15 AM
Noticed a fair amount of broken glass from bottles near the Iowa shaft mine. There is also evidence of a fire pit and some faint vehicle tracks in the mud.
836 Smuggler Mountain Road Dog Offense 5/31/2015 9:15 AM
Lady informed me of a man with a gray vest and Australian Shepard not picking up after his dog. I confronted suspect and urged compliance. He was gruff and said we needed more garbage cans.
836 Brush Creek Trail Dog Offense 5/31/2015 8:00 AM
Educational contact with woman walking Chihuahua off leash.
8135 Open Space & Trails Bicycle Action 5/30/2015 4:00 PM
Took a digger on my bike on HC at the middle road crossing. Documented in IR.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Bicycle Action 5/30/2015 2:00 PM
Group of road bikers riding up-valley at Stein Park knocked little girl off bike under Cemetery bridge. They stopped & apologized to family and girl.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 5/30/2015 12:00 PM
12:25pm Verbal Warning: Marlis Benedini for DOL (small weimaraner) on HC above Benedict Bridge. Very cooperative - first warning.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/29/2015 1:30 PM
Hunter Creek Cut-off near 10th Mountain junction. Dead tree hanging over trail (not blocking it).
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 5/29/2015 1:00 PM
Checked back on camp under bridge. Previous camper may have moved on. Maybe New camper in place, maybe previous camper; belongings seemed different.
1559 Marolt Open Space Issued verbal warning 5/29/2015 1:00 PM
Spoke with Craig Angus about leash laws. He dislikes all the "oppression"
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 5/29/2015 1:00 PM
Written warning for Suzie Patterson, 66 Y.O blonde tanned, you see her on Smugg almost daily, left poop bag 100' from last can, caught up with her as her 2 white retreivers were 150m ahead out of sight. lovely woman,will need ticket if there is a next time !
838 North Star Nature Preserve Wildlife 5/28/2015 8:30 AM
Gathered photos from wildlife camera. It's functioning well but no pertinent photos. Remounted at another angle in JHS Aspen Trees.
838 Open Space Properties Penalty Assessment 5/27/2015 1:15 PM
JA, deputy Bruce Benjamin, and myself delivered a $500 citation to Barbara Ilowiecki at her home for the repeat offence of DOL. BB also cited her for falsely identifying herself to legal authority, however Barbara claimed that she will be in Poland during her scheduled court date. BB withheld the citation until more is known about her travels.
836 Smuggler Mountain Road Dog Offense 5/27/2015 11:00 AM
Benji type dog wondering just above upper parking lot. Attempted to leash but ran down private road by kiosk.
839 Nancy's Path Trails 5/26/2015 4:30 PM
Installed signs at top of Nancy's Path; closed cattle access gate.
8135 Jaffee Park Whitewater 5/26/2015 2:30 PM
4:00pm Tethered OST-labeled push broom to tree at Jaffee Park boat ramp for boater use. Please keep an eye on the broom to make sure it doesn't go missing.
839 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 5/26/2015 1:00 PM
checked area for structures, found swing attached to trees.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 5/26/2015 11:00 AM
New Pitkin County map interface is available on intranet (soon to go public online). Check it out!
8135 Woody Creek Parking Lot Trails 5/25/2015 5:00 PM
Responded to report from Matt Kuhn of vehicle on trail. Contacted driver and girlfriend under WC bridge. 5:30pm Written Warning: MJ Mirano for driving a "Baja Racer" green moto-bike (powered by a lawnmower engine...) on RGT at WC Bridge. Lectured MJ on trail regs, moto license, and wearing a brain bucket. MJ was very sorry and promised not to drive moto on trails or public streets. MJ is 15-years-old...
8135 Open Space Properties Trails 5/25/2015 1:00 PM
Opened Congo trailhead & lot on Castle Creek road.
1559 Mollie Gibson Park Parking issues 5/25/2015 12:15 PM
Tagged 3 vehicles parked in Molly Gibson lot whose owners were not using Molly Gibson Park.
839 Castle Creek Trail Trails 5/25/2015 12:00 PM
Opened Congo Trail mm 2.5 Castle Ck Rd
1559 North Star/James H. Smith Closure violation 5/25/2015 11:30 AM
Observed 2 gentlemen fishing off Stillwater Bridge; kindly pointed them in the direction of public water.
1559 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Litter minimal 5/25/2015 8:30 AM
Observed what appeared to be a large piece of furniture near the picnic table at Cozy Point Archery Range. Further investigation revealed a shelving unit dumped on the property. Removed and discarded. Also found temporary No Parking signs dismantled; more permanent signage is necessary if different outcome is desired.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 5/24/2015 2:30 PM
Lots of cyclists (and more than a handful of trail runners/hikers) throughout Sky Mtn Park. Viewline, Skyline, Cozyline, and Airline are riding fine. Beware of heavy elk-hoof surface damage on lower & upper Airline and lower Cozyline trails.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 5/24/2015 2:30 PM
Educational contact with two trail runners on Highline Trail (TOSV property) near the Viewline gate. Runners had four dogs - three leashed and one off-leash. They were adamant that they would not have unleashed the dog if they saw signage on Highline. The group accessed Highline near Two Creeks Rd, and claimed they looked closely for signage. I gave them a stern warning and reminded them TOSV tickets for DOLs. I e-mailed 243 & 242 regarding sign improvements.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/24/2015 2:30 PM
Spoke at length with Chris Menges (COA employee) at the Viewline gate about a group of "like ten kids on motocross bikes" that he observed yesterday, potentially driving on 10th Mtn/Lollipop/HC Cut-off. Chris was not very familiar with trail names or the boundaries between OST and Smuggler Mtn Rd, so I cannot be certain there was a vehicle trespass. However, Chris stated the dirt bikers were "running a circuit" and causing damage to muddy trails/roads on the summit of Smuggler. I advised him to contact the Sheriff's Office if he sees this again, and I handed out JA's card. I followed up with JJ & LW who patrolled that area today - they did not see any definite evidence of dirt bike tracks on 10th Mtn, Lollipop, or HC Cut-off.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Parking issues 5/24/2015 2:15 PM
Tagged a black pickup w/ trailer parked in loading zone. Truck was gone 1 hr later.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Trails 5/24/2015 1:30 PM
Outreach contact with group of cyclists from Denver who got turned around biking from Snowmass to Aspen - handed out Pitkin Outside card.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 5/24/2015 1:30 PM
Issued a verbal warning to Trish Shepard on HC trail for having her chocolate lab off leash. Compliant, polite contact.
836 Smuggler Mountain Road Dog Offense 5/24/2015 11:45 AM
Efrin Gildor - Had two dogs roaming wildly from the parking lot up the first few switchbacks. One dog pooped on side of road and Mr. Gildor was oblivious to what was going on. He ignored my call-outs and I raced up to confront him. He was very apologetic that he did not hear me and cooperative from that point on. However, I considered his ambivalent concern about his dogs as a flagrant violation of the rules and feel he should have been cited. I gave him a verbal warning. He was riding an orange bike and had a strong foreign accent. He lives in Aspen.
838 Owl Creek Trail Parking 5/24/2015 11:30 AM
Tagged a silver Lexus suv that was parked in pullout for gated road at the top of owl creek before it drops down into Snowmass
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Found resource damage 5/24/2015 11:00 AM
Found a large amount of yard waste (some old, some new) and sticks dumped on the lower Red Butte Trail just past chain gate; will follow up with Austin Weiss on remedy.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Accident/Rescue 5/24/2015 10:00 AM
11:00am Responded on bike to medical call from Dispatch regarding a fallen man in the street at the junction of King St. & Neil St. APD Community Response officers also responded. We assessed patient and assisted EMS. EMS assessed patient - APD and myself were released from scene as incident concluded.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 5/24/2015 8:30 AM
10:00am Watched the first commercial boats of the season drop Slaughterhouse Falls (and get stuck)!
1559 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/23/2015 3:00 PM
Luisa Goldsmith, cooperative except with date of birth.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Penalty Assessment 5/23/2015 2:00 PM
Attempt to cite Barbara Ilowiecki, UTC
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 5/23/2015 11:00 AM
Checking the usual spots; found a hammock and many belongings hanging under east end of Marolt Bridge. Unable to identify. Tagged w/ APD; will check back tommorow.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 5/23/2015 9:00 AM
Received a call concerning a dog roaming a third of the way up Smuggler. Found and leashed dog and awaited owner who I was informed was hiking down. Liz Hallie was given a verbal warning for not having dog in site. She was previously warned for not having dog on leash on the Rio in 2012. She apologized and was very friendly. She said she hikes Smuggler on a regular basis and this was the first time Baxter ran off.
836 Owl Creek Trail Parking 5/22/2015 12:00 PM
Blazing Adventures jeep pulled off road just west of red barn, partially blocking trail. I introduced myself and explained to the driver, who I believe is the owner, that the trail should not be used as a parking spot, even if just for a few minutes. He was pleasant and appreciated the notice.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 5/22/2015 12:00 PM
Barbara Ilowiecki off leash at Pitkin Iron, tried to elude
8135 Open Space Properties Illegal Camping 5/22/2015 8:30 AM
9:30am 838 and I were assisted by APD in issuing a Verbal Warning to Victor Gouch for camping on (COA) Burlingame Ranch Open Space near AABC Trail. Followed up on complaint. Note: Victor got agitated and yelled at APD officers about the County "poisoning" the land with "chemicals." APD will check area to make sure Victor cleans up. Attempted to contact COA Rangers before contact - will follow up with report.
8135 Open Space & Trails Trails 5/22/2015 8:00 AM
OST Maint. Crew will remove large (3'-4') diameter fallen tree from Lollipop today.
838 Moore Open Space Signage 5/21/2015 2:30 PM
Dogs must be leashed signs now posted in place of No Dogs signs.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 5/21/2015 2:30 PM
Posted bear caution sign by Hunter Trailhead.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 5/21/2015 2:00 PM
3:00pm Verbal Warning: Matthew Hecht for DOL (black & white dog) on HC below ditch. Emphasized importance of leash law with bears nearby. Made two subsequent educational contacts with dog walkers at HC trailhead.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/21/2015 12:30 PM
Small sow unsuccessful getting cub to cross third bridge over Hunter Creek. Held back hikers until bear and cub moved away from bridge.Reports suggest mother had been trying for hours to get cub to follow. Sow did not appear to be aggressive or bothered by on-lookers.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 5/21/2015 12:30 PM
Dog off leash on Hunter Creek - Brown poodle owned by Debra Mansen. Very cooperative. Verbal warning.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 5/21/2015 12:30 PM
Cocker spaniel owned by Ted Flynn. Very cooperative. Verbal warning.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 5/21/2015 12:00 PM
958 Note: Camper trailer has been parked in Centennial Apartment owned end of lower Smuggler lot for at least a week. No ability to ticket due to private property - perhaps landlords will tow?
838 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 5/21/2015 12:00 PM
Checked out Holy Cross tree cutting operation above RGT Driveways section. Well marked and staffed with flaggers on the trail.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 5/21/2015 12:00 PM
12:30pm Posted CPW mountain lion advisory sign at lower Smuggler kiosk (due to lion sighting on 5/20/15 on Lollipop Trail).
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/21/2015 12:00 PM
1:00pm Took report of black bear and cub - sighted around noon near junction of HC & LW. Notified JJ who was entering area of sighting. 1:15pm Checked out silver pick-up truck (CO: 242-WQF) parked on Smuggler Mtn Rd. near radio access road. Paperwork visible through window belongs to Jon Banks (Aspen Public Radio) - vehicle is OK to park on road for utility access.
8135 Moore Open Space Signage 5/21/2015 11:00 AM
12:00pm Removed seasonal "No Dogs" signage (a holdover from the nordic track) from Moore OS. Regs clarification: Dogs are only allowed on leash on designated trails - no dogs on nordic track in winter.
1558 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/21/2015 11:00 AM
Did a group speech for a mass of off-leash violators.
1558 Smuggler Mountain Parking issues 5/21/2015 10:00 AM
Curious about travel trailer in lower parking. Is this an overnight camper? Is this somehow legit?
1558 Parks Office Followed-up on issue 5/20/2015 12:15 PM
Placed trafx counters in summer seasonal locations: maroon creek trail, midland trail, little cloud trail, ute trail, Snyder park trail.
838 Smuggler Mountain Road Trails 5/20/2015 10:30 AM
12:00 pm. Spoke with a jogger at the base who said that he had just encountered a mountain lion on the Lollipop trail. Jogger said that he was face to face with the lion and that he backed off and the lion stalked him for a while before disappearing back into trees.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 5/20/2015 8:30 AM
10:30 am. Installed wildlife camera in site where someone has been baiting with salt licks. Northstar/EOA patrol.
836 Brush Creek Trail Dog Offense 5/19/2015 3:45 PM
Tracked down jogger with dog by her side but not leashed. Training and education interaction.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Signage 5/19/2015 2:30 PM
Seven Star Ranch is now open!
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 5/19/2015 1:00 PM
Posted Pitkin Outside app advertisement sign at HC Valley kiosk. Rangers - please remember to let trail users know about this tool; it now has dog regulations.
8135 Lani White Trail Trails 5/19/2015 12:30 PM
Cut and removed small fallen tree on LW.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 5/19/2015 9:30 AM
10:30am Checked Duffy's Wiggles and Mill St. Bridge squatter sites - all clear.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/19/2015 8:00 AM
Met with JJ to troubleshoot Timesheet. Met with Bill to discuss ESR process - submitted two ESR work orders for Ranger vehicles (Baja - brakes, Tacoma - flashing maintenance light). Discussed Moore regs development with JJ.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 5/18/2015 3:30 PM
Added photo to TRAFx online profile for Glassier-Crown counter. Finished Ranger Mobile paperwork.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Trails 5/18/2015 1:30 PM
3:30pm Patrolled Sky Mtn Park - the trails look good and there were quite a few bikers out! Weekly check of BC underpass - all clear.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 5/18/2015 12:30 PM
1:30pm Patrolled lower Smuggler. Posted new Pitkin Outside advertisement at base kiosk.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/18/2015 12:00 PM
12:30pm Met with Gary regarding Moore OSP dog regs and Moore OSP Mgmt Plan - officially dogs are allowed on leash on designated trails only (i.e. From Tiehack access direct to Maroon Creek pedestrian bridge). No dogs in winter on Moore nordic trail system. Admins plan to clarify regulation soon. Followed up with L. Witley; she was very happy with the news.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Meeting/Planning 5/18/2015 11:30 AM
11:30am Followed up with Greg Gissler - he wants a dogi-pot at Hoagland Ranch Road and complained about parking. As there is already an OST parking lot and dogi-pot at Hoagland Ranch Rd/Wingo Bridge, I left a voicemail asking for more information.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Meeting/Planning 5/18/2015 11:30 AM
11:00am Took call from Laura Whitley - lives near Moore OSP - regarding dog regs. Austin Weiss quoted management plan to her, saying dogs are allowed on leash. Moore is signed No Dogs. Reviewed Moore OSP Mgmt Plan. Followed up with GT.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 5/18/2015 10:30 AM
12:00pm Patrolled BHS Zero Tolerance Zone and Bike Park. Checked on Fisherman's Park, AK, and Wingo Boat Launch. Checked on Asplundh tree ops - area looks properly signed & flagged.
1558 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 5/18/2015 10:00 AM
Removed old sleeping bags, liquor bottles and nasty trash from two old camps near city brush pile w 959
8135 Glassier Open Space Trails 5/18/2015 9:45 AM
10:45am Chatted with Alec - he hasn't seen anyone on Glassier yet due to weather. Alec has about 80 sheep on the way for this season. Alec's sporting a pretty cool dirt bike rigged with a shovel holster - rangers should expect to see a few blue heelers and Alec/Alec's wife/Rory/Lucy on ATVs; anyone else with dogs or vehicles would be an issue. Photographed "Glassier - Crown" counter for TRAFx profile. Bi-weekly walkthrough of Glassier: Found bike and vehicle tracks on Crown access trail. Lessees are at work near homesite. Met D. Lucero - husband of flower co-op member. Left a card on Ranger Paul's windshield.
8135 Nancy's Path Special Event 5/18/2015 8:45 AM
9:45am Closed Nancy's Path ranch gate - cattle drive is complete.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 5/18/2015 8:00 AM
8:45am Caught up with enforcement paperwork from yesterday - five warnings. Reunited Todd Proffet with his lost & found kayak. Holy Cross/Asplundh Tree Cutting ops start on Middle RGT today.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 5/17/2015 2:30 PM
2:40pm Monitored call regarding trespass and search for intoxicated female on RGT originating at Shady Lane - APD and PitCo responded. Made a sweep of RGT below Stein Park with LW. Subject located by APD on RGT near Shady Lane. Weekly patrol of Stein Park "camp" sites - LW pink-tagged a duffel bag containing a down comforter likely from last year.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 5/17/2015 2:00 PM
4:00 pm. Heard radio traffic about a female with altered mental status who had trespassed into a home and was at large on the upper RGT last seen near Shady Lane. Patrolled from Stein Park down looking for her with PH. Educational contact at Stein Park about leash law. Tagged an old suitcase between the road and start of soft section on RGT above Stein Park.
8135 Moore Open Space Signage 5/17/2015 1:00 PM
2:00pm Weekly patrol of Moore. Posted No Dogs sign at Maroon Creek access, which was previously left unsigned - all access points to Moore now signed.
8135 Moore Open Space Meeting/Planning 5/17/2015 1:00 PM
2:30pm Spoke with Todd P. on the phone regarding found kayak - set up time for pick up.
838 Moore Open Space Trails 5/17/2015 1:00 PM
2:00 pm. Bike through while PH installed no dogs sign at start of trail coming off of bridge near the church.
8135 Lani White Trail Trails 5/17/2015 12:00 PM
Fielded questions from hikers about water quality of Hunter Creek - "Yes, it probably has giardia; no, I would not drink it."
8135 East of Aspen Trail Trails 5/17/2015 11:00 AM
12:00pm Bike patrolled EOA. Weekly walkthrough of JHS - all's well.
838 Smuggler Mountain Road Trails 5/17/2015 10:30 AM
1:00 pm. Patrolled up Smuggler and at base during the lunch rush.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 5/17/2015 9:30 AM
10:10am Written Warning: Pamela Ross and Verbal Warning: Ken Grabow for one DOL a piece (both Bernese) on RGT above water plant. Both very cooperative. Handed out Pitkin Outside card and fielded questions about trail regs. 10:30am Written Warning: Rachel Bachman for DOL (border-mix) on RGT below Slaughterhouse Falls. Very cooperative. Handed out Pitkin Outside card. 11:00am Written Warning: Craig Hart and Verbal Warning: Lena Hart for two DOL (small brown and white dogs) on RGT above Grindlay Bridge (COA property). Very cooperative - handed out two leashes. Reminded them to read signs.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 5/17/2015 9:30 AM
11:00am Patrolled RGT. Check soft surface trail conditions - no mudslides despite endless rain. Weekly walkthrough of Stein Picnic area - all clear.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 5/17/2015 8:30 AM
Uploaded counter data. Wiped TRAFx dock data - this should speed up future data harvesting. Set up new "Glassier - Crown" counter profile with Lat/Long coordinates on TRAFx Datanet. Researched & prepped wildlife camera with LW for installation at JHS aspen grove site. Called Todd Proffet regarding lost & found kayak from Jaffee - left voicemail.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/17/2015 8:00 AM
10:30 am. Prep for day. Timesheets. Programmed wildlife camera- had to run to ACE for batteries.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/17/2015 8:00 AM
Troubleshooting timesheets. Completed personal timesheet.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/16/2015 1:45 PM
4:00 pm. Read over management plans and 12 code revisions. Timesheets.
838 Open Space & Trails Signage 5/16/2015 1:15 PM
1:45 pm. Seasonal sign storage.
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/16/2015 11:15 AM
1:15 pm. Bike patrol up Smuggler and BTS trail. BTS is snow free.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/16/2015 10:15 AM
11:15 am. HC and LW patrol. Restocked leashes both places. Educational contact with women about leash law at the trailhead of LW.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 5/16/2015 8:15 AM
10:15 am. Patrolled EOA trail and monitored activity related to the annual Race for Independence Pass. Most biker traffic on road, starting above Difficult Campground.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/16/2015 8:00 AM
8:15 am. Planning for day with JJ.
838 Glassier Open Space Signage 5/15/2015 3:00 PM
4:00 pm. Took down seasonal closure signage.
836 Sky Mountain Park Signage 5/15/2015 2:00 PM
8135 Sky Mountain Park Signage 5/15/2015 2:00 PM
Coordinated with SMVPD 232/234 on signage change over for Sky MP. Changed signage with JJ and opened gates as last order of business for the day - bad weather will keep bikers away until official opening tomorrow.
836 Brush Creek Trail Signage 5/15/2015 1:30 PM
8135 Brush Creek Trail Signage 5/15/2015 1:30 PM
Changed over signage on BC - dog prohibition ends tomorrow.
838 Smuggler Mountain Road Trails 5/15/2015 1:30 PM
2:30 pm.
8135 Open Space & Trails Signage 5/15/2015 1:00 PM
Prepped signage for Sky MP opening/seasonal change over.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 5/15/2015 12:00 PM
Took lunch break at APD Bike Auction.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 5/15/2015 12:00 PM
1:30 pm.
838 Glassier Open Space Signage 5/15/2015 8:30 AM
12:00 pm. Orientation to glassier. Added some signage and harvested trail counter data.
8135 Glassier Open Space Counters 5/15/2015 8:30 AM
Harvested newly installed Glassier counter data to make sure it is working and ready for opening - all seems well.
8135 Glassier Open Space Signage 5/15/2015 8:30 AM
Finished signage at Glassier - property is ready to open tomorrow. Glassier orientation for JJ & LW.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/15/2015 8:00 AM
8:30 am. Prep for day.
836 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/15/2015 8:00 AM
1558 North Star/James H. Smith Followed-up on issue 5/14/2015 9:00 PM
Note: flagged ski poles were placed by birder/naturalist Charlie to suggest viewing locations for RFC heron watching program on 5/13.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 5/14/2015 2:00 PM
3:00pm Discovered yellow flagged ski poles stuck upright in meadow of JHS (not in closure). The poles seem likely to be a survey marker for the mosquito control people or an illegal landing site marker for paragliders. I will follow up with GT.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Counters 5/14/2015 2:00 PM
3:30pm Patrolled NSP & JHS. Flagged potential sites for river use counters (two in JHS, one in NSP).
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 5/14/2015 12:30 PM
2:00pm Patrolled Smuggler - made several educational contacts advising people to improve V&S control and keep dogs in front. Fielded questions from biker about trail conditions and opening dates.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/14/2015 12:00 PM
12:30pm Met with GT & LU to discuss sign plan and AVLT closure of Verena Mallory. Picked up arrow signage for Glassier.
8135 Stein Property Illegal Camping 5/14/2015 11:45 AM
12:00pm Bi-monthly patrol of Stein OS gulch - clear at least halfway up. I came face to face with a large black bear and retreated! We should return cautiously later in the month for a better patrol.
1558 Mollie Gibson Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/14/2015 11:00 AM
Warned Tom Calhoon w 2 DoL. pretty sure one pooped discreetly. Nice guy, he'll try to watch closer.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 5/14/2015 9:45 AM
10:30am Final Verbal Warning: Joan Teige on RGT near Grindlay Bridge for two DOL (Pomeranians). She stated that she had "lived here for 41 years and never heard [of RGT leash law]." I explained next time will be a $100 fine. She stated she would never walk on RGT again (allegedly she stopped walking EOA after she was contacted by JA). Leashed dogs upon request.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 5/14/2015 9:45 AM
11:15am Discovered a social trail from RGT up valley of Jaffee to Jaffee River Trail - I take it this has been here for awhile?
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 5/14/2015 9:45 AM
11:45pm Bike patrolled RGT from Aspen to Jaffee - met OST maintenance crew on trail and thanked them for resurfacing RGT dirt. Weekly patrol of Stein Park "camp sites - all clear. Chatted with Paul - "Ranger Holsinger" is patrolling Hunter Creek, dog walkers beware.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/14/2015 9:00 AM
Reviewed latest schedule for utility company and OST trails projects. Added projects to calendar. Met with Bill - the OST crew will be finished with RGT soft-surface today, and they will be starting on the far Eastern end of the EOA trail this week. Other projects have been delayed due to wet weather. Reviewed OSTB/BOCC approved 12 Code revisions - 12 Code changes were approved this week. Reviewed Glassier Management Plan in preparation for 5/16 opening.
8135 Open Space & Trails Trails 5/14/2015 8:00 AM
Followed up on Ranger Office voicemail messages (we've missed calls while in field - no one is around office most days). Directed Aspen Daily News ("Chad") citation inquiry to Janet. Followed up with trails questions ("John"). Noted Pitkin Alerts - reminded JJ & LW to sign up their work phones.
1558 North Star/James H. Smith Photography 5/13/2015 5:30 PM
Roaring Fork Conservancy heron watching program with Christina Medved. 6 very enthused participants and good views of the herons.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/13/2015 3:30 PM
4:00 pm. Paperwork.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 5/13/2015 2:00 PM
3:30 pm. Biked upper Rio and checked for squatter activity at Slaughterhouse and Duffy's Wiggles.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/13/2015 1:00 PM
2:00 pm. Remounted Northstar public comment signs at boat launch, JH Smith, South Gate, the beach, and Stillwater.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/13/2015 11:00 AM
1:00 pm. Hiked HC to kiosk- restocked leashes. Hiked LW-restocked poop bag dispenser. Hiked VM and walked flagged portal trail- no signs of trail building activity.
838 Smuggler Mountain Road Trails 5/13/2015 9:30 AM
11:00 am. Patrolled Smuggler. Tagged a few poop bags and chatted with a few good samaritans who were willing to pick them up.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/13/2015 8:00 AM
9:30 am. Prep for day. Cleaned out and washed Tacoma.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/12/2015 3:30 PM
4:00 pm. Paperwork.
8135 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 5/12/2015 2:00 PM
4:00pm Met JU at Glassier - installed trail counter and wildlife camera at level section of trail about 500' uphill of ditch. Posted directional signage from RGT turn-off through field to Crown access. Met ranchers, Lucy & Rory. Coordinated closure of ranch gate for early next week.
836 Public Works Office Special Event 5/12/2015 1:30 PM
Pitkin County HR Orientation
838 Open Space & Trails Special Event 5/12/2015 1:30 PM
3:30 pm. HR Orientation at office in town.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Counters 5/12/2015 12:30 PM
1:30 pm. Waded across Roaring Fork to harvest data and remove trail counter from post at South Gate access.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Counters 5/12/2015 12:30 PM
2:00pm Met LL & JW at NSP. Recovered counter from across river.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 5/12/2015 12:30 PM
2:00pm Spotted two people on the closed side of the Roaring Fork River within NSP. Observed with binoculars - confirmed two subjects were part of pest control crew. They parked white Tacoma in Preserve HOA and walked out into field - did not approach elk herd.
8135 Open Space & Trails Signage 5/12/2015 11:00 AM
Prepped all materials for opening Glassier.
1558 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/12/2015 11:00 AM
Educated Ruth Harrison on CoA leash law for the trail system. I think she knew better but gave a verbal warning anyhow.
838 Smuggler Mountain Road Trails 5/12/2015 10:30 AM
12:00 pm. Bike patrol of Smuggler. Trees have rebounded from snowfall.
8135 Nancy's Path Signage 5/12/2015 9:00 AM
11:00am Patrolled Nancy's Path. Unlocked/dummy-locked ranch gate for weekend cattle drive. Hiked quarter-half mile beyond the top of the trail - no regs signage up top; we'll need to post signs here when they come in. Signs are still in place at the base of the trail. Followed up with Gary. Found one set of bike tracks on trail and several sets of medium-small sized cat tracks near the rim.
838 Brush Creek Trail Trails 5/12/2015 8:30 AM
10:30 am. Dropped JJ off at Driveways section of Rio and then biked the Brush Creek trail. Checked for squatter activity in underpass- all clear. Sky Mountain closures in place.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/12/2015 8:00 AM
8:30 am. Prep for day.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/11/2015 2:00 PM
4:00pm Met with Gary to discuss ongoing trails projects. Met with Lindsey to discuss NSP Obs. Attended OST Staff Meeting.
8135 Open Space & Trails Signage 5/11/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Prepped signage and cam/counter posting material for Glassier, NSP, and Nancy's Path. Stocked Baja with tools.
8135 Open Space & Trails Signage 5/11/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Prepped signage and cam/counter posting material for Glassier, NSP, and Nancy's Path. Stocked Baja with tools.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 5/11/2015 1:00 PM
Marked volcanoe's on Rio below Woody Creek.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Trails 5/11/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Met JJ at Smuggler Lot - COA Ranger BL has got the Smug lunch rush covered.
1558 Mollie Gibson Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/11/2015 11:00 AM
Warned Laura Riegel for inattentiveness and missing poop collection.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 5/11/2015 10:30 AM
11:25am Verbal Warning: Mark Bombardier for DOL ("One-eyed Willy" the one-eyed boxer). Handed out leash. Very cooperative - first warning.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Trails 5/11/2015 10:30 AM
11:30am Patrolled EOA. Weekly walk through of JH and South Gate aspen grove. No trespass or baiting evident at either site. Tons of elk sign on EOA & NSP; bear scat on JH.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/11/2015 9:00 AM
Cut and removed dead tree from Hunter Creek Cutoff trail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 5/11/2015 9:00 AM
10:20am Verbal Warning: Melissa Long for one DOL (Bernese) on RGT near Grindley Bridge. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 5/11/2015 9:00 AM
10:30am Patrolled upper RGT. Weekly/monthly walk-through of Stein Picnic Area and Stein Park squatter sites.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/11/2015 8:00 AM
9:00am Met with Keith Berglund (former OST ranger) to return large dry bag found at Arciero TH - he left the bag at the lot as a supply drop for a long trail run; we saw no vehicles or people in the area of Arciero and thought a fly fisherman had forgotten it. Returned item.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/11/2015 8:00 AM
9:00am Met with Bill to discuss ongoing and upcoming trails projects & closures. Organized notes for meeting with Gary regarding projects. Corresponded with SMVPD 242 & 243 regarding this weekend's property openings.
838 Open Space & Trails Special Event 5/10/2015 2:00 PM
4:00 pm. Scenario, citation, and reporting training with PH and JJ.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 5/10/2015 2:00 PM
2:00pm Contact/citation/report training scenario with JJ & LW. Ordered gear for LW.
8135 Moore Open Space Dog Offense 5/10/2015 1:00 PM
12:30pm Monthly patrol of Moore OS - access from Castle Creek Rd needs a No Dogs sign. All other access points are signed. We observed evidence of recent dog trespass.
838 Moore Open Space Trails 5/10/2015 12:30 PM
2:00 pm. Walked property with PH. Noticed that access from church needs a no dogs sign.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 5/10/2015 11:30 AM
12:00 pm. Patrolled upper RGT. Cut small tree hanging into trail.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 5/10/2015 11:00 AM
11:30 am. Patrolled Northstar at all access and dusted snow off signage. No one out in the snow.
8135 Open Space Properties Special Event 5/10/2015 10:00 AM
11:30am Down valley orientation with JJ from Woody Creek to Emma. Wingo Boat Ramp monthly walk through. Gold Butte & Sunnyside orientation & patrol. Spotted the second red fox of the weekend.
8135 Open Space Properties Parking 5/10/2015 10:00 AM
10:00am Removed large dry bag at Arciero Trailhead and tagged site with callback info. Stored in lock up.
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/10/2015 9:30 AM
11:00 am. Patrolled to observation deck. 5-7 inches of snow up top.
838 Jaffee Park Trails 5/10/2015 8:45 AM
9:30 am. Checked Jaffee Park. Dusted snow off signs. Noticed low air in baja tire-drove to gas station for air.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/10/2015 8:30 AM
9:30am Removed branches from trail - it's a winter wonderland in here!
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/10/2015 8:00 AM
8:45 am. Prep for day.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/09/2015 2:30 PM
4:00 pm. Documentation training.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 5/09/2015 2:30 PM
4:00pm Citation writing training and contact scenario with JJ & LW.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 5/09/2015 1:30 PM
2:30pm Mills OS orientation and bi-monthly patrol with JJ.
838 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 5/09/2015 1:00 PM
2:30 pm. Checked upper Mills for squatters with PH and JJ. Then drove brush creek/owl creek road to check trail use and sky mountain closures.
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/09/2015 11:30 AM
1:00 pm. Hiked up Smuggler. Dis-assembled a fire pit in pull off that has been blocked with boulders on west side of road.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/09/2015 11:00 AM
12:00pm Spoke with Jason Lasser (former COA planner) on Smuggler Mtn Rd. Lasser was driving a large RC car and I informed him that, although "I don't see a problem with driving it on the road, RC cars aren't allowed on the trails." I explained to Lasser that all motorized vehicles are prohibited on the trail and that RC toys fall into that category. Lasser became argumentative, said I just "changed his world," and asked who he needed to petition - I handed him JA's card and suggested he contact JA or GT. Lasser stated that he thought the rule "went too far."
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/09/2015 11:00 AM
12:00pm JJ and I watched a red fox hunting in the woods near 10th Mtn Trail. He/she was pretty habituated and not phased by humans - hopefully no one is baiting animals on Smuggler.
838 East of Aspen Trail Trails 5/09/2015 10:00 AM
11:30 am. Biked EOA trail.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/09/2015 9:00 AM
10:00am Removed fallen tree from upper HC.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 5/09/2015 9:00 AM
10:00 am. Biked upper RGT. Educational contact with women with 1 DOL.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 5/09/2015 9:00 AM
9:50am Verbal Warning: Jess Smith for DOL (golden) on HC below Benedict Bridge. Leashed dog upon request. A little argumentative at first - did not read signs. First warning.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/09/2015 8:00 AM
9:00 am.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 5/08/2015 3:00 PM
3:45 pm. Patrolled upper rio back to PW.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 5/08/2015 2:00 PM
3:30pm Removed outdated signage regarding NSP MGMT plan at all NSP access points. Training with JJ. Picked up bus pass at Rubey Park.
838 East of Aspen Trail Trails 5/08/2015 1:30 PM
3:00 pm. Biked eoa trail. Removed public input signs at northstar access points.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 5/08/2015 12:00 PM
2:00pm Checked historic squatter sites at confluence of Maroon Creek and Roaring Fork River, on shore above Slaughterhouse Falls, and at Stein Park.
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/08/2015 12:00 PM
1:30 pm. Hiked to observation deck. Rain has made runoff spots on edge of road further eroded.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 5/08/2015 12:00 PM
Encountered mother & daughter on bikes with two dogs off lease and requested compliance with leash law.
8135 Open Space & Trails Bicycle Action 5/08/2015 8:00 AM
12:00pm COSA Bike training with Ranger Longacre.
838 Open Space & Trails Bicycle Action 5/08/2015 8:00 AM
12:00 pm. Emergency response bike training led by 959.
1558 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/07/2015 3:15 PM
Warned Emily Morgan for 2 DOL
838 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 5/07/2015 2:30 PM
4:00 pm. Jump started baja and finished cleaning it out. Completed paperwork.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 5/07/2015 12:30 PM
2:30 pm. Biked middle RGT from Arciero to Woody Creek. Chatted with maintenance crew along the way.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 5/07/2015 12:00 PM
12:30 pm. Patrolled Northstar and EOA trail. Saw a few joggers and a family of kayakers taking out at the beach.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/07/2015 11:00 AM
12:00 pm. Hiked HC and LW trails. Checked social trails off of lower HC for squatter activity and saw nothing. Restocked leashes and HC trailhead.
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/07/2015 10:30 AM
11:00 am. Met 958 and picked up pink flags marking poop piles. Talked to some hikers that liked the flags and thought the leash law in the 1st 1/4 mile of trail would be effective.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 5/07/2015 8:30 AM
10:30 am. Biked Upper RGT and all of soft section to check on trail conditions. All was well.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/07/2015 8:00 AM
8:30 am. Prep for day.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/06/2015 2:30 PM
4:00 pm. Washed and cleaned out Baja. Read over Ranger manual.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 5/06/2015 1:00 PM
2:30 pm. Bike patrol of upper RGT and Stein Trail. Removed a few small fallen rocks from trail.
838 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 5/06/2015 12:00 PM
1:00 pm. Took ipad to ipro in Aspen for screen repair.
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/06/2015 9:30 AM
12:00 pm. Hiked Smuggler/Hunter Creek Loop. Chatted with 959 about a homeowner at the base of Smuggler who's dog had come out and pooped near the parking lot. He was attempting to go talk to her but no one opened the private driveway gate. Cut and removed tree on HC trail. Restocked leashes at LW.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 5/06/2015 8:30 AM
9:30 am. Patrolled EOA trail and Northstar at the Beach, Southgate, and James H. Only 2 people out in Northstar at the beach.
1559 Smuggler Mountain Dog waste/bag on ground 5/06/2015 8:30 AM
Observed a dog lay one down in the Smuggler parking lot, then return to home behind gates next to kiosk. Deputy said may not have enough for citation.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/06/2015 8:00 AM
8:30 am. Planning/prep for day.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/05/2015 3:00 PM
Planned Ranger month o' May goals with JA. Updated weekly & monthly Tasks sheet. Uploaded counter data.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/05/2015 1:00 PM
1:00pm Met with LU to plan additional NSP counters and observations.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 5/05/2015 10:00 AM
Collected tent and sleeping bag under Marolt Bridge. w/1958 Tent filled with about 100 single gloves, strange...
1559 Marolt Open Space Followed-up on issue 5/05/2015 10:00 AM
Removed abandoned bike from west end of Marolt Bike. Could fetch a pretty penny at the auction.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/05/2015 8:00 AM
Met with JA to plan May projects & training.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/04/2015 3:30 PM
4:00pm Wrapped up Ranger Mobile paperwork. Located orange cones for Friday's bike training course. Updated schedule. Did some planning for the week.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/04/2015 2:00 PM
2:40pm Fielded questions from hiker about impending AVLT closure of Verena Mallory trail.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Meeting/Planning 5/04/2015 2:00 PM
Chatted with COA Ranger Simon Longacre regarding COSA emergency biking and supplies for Friday's training. The training will start at 8:00am.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Trails 5/04/2015 1:00 PM
1:30pm Bike patrolled EOA and checked in on NSP and ol' James H. Saw two SUPers on Roaring Fork doing laps between Stillwater & Beach.
1559 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 5/04/2015 1:00 PM
Tagged tent under west end of Marolt Bridge. Tagged a gear cache on eastern side of Marolt Museum driveway.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 5/04/2015 12:00 PM
12:10pm Educational contact with woman walking two Pyrenees (and pushing limits of V&S rules) - I explained V&S and advised her to keep dogs closer.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Signage 5/04/2015 11:15 AM
12:00pm Updated signage along Radar Rd. Checked out home site. Patrolled SMP closure boundary.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 5/04/2015 9:30 AM
9:40am Stopped by Dart Fishing Easement and removed outdated signage. Fielded questions from fisherman about best river access. Looking around our parking area, it is evident that the stolen SUV involved in the rollover went off the road and into the gorge on the west end of our easement.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Counters 5/04/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Bike patrolled BHS Zero Tolerance Area from Wingo to Emma. No dogs off-leash. Removed small tree from RGT east of BHS. Checked BHS Bike Park, Emma Schoolhouse lot, and AK TH. All is well.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/04/2015 9:00 AM
9:30am Dropped off HR and Finances paperwork at County building. Met with HR for bus pass photo.
8135 Open Space & Trails Signage 5/04/2015 8:30 AM
Prepped stickers for Radar Rd signs. Chatted with BG.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 5/03/2015 3:00 PM
4:00pm Turned over Big Blue to BG - have fun! Finished paperwork.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/03/2015 3:00 PM
4:00 pm. Washed and cleaned out truck. Completed paperwork.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Counters 5/03/2015 1:45 PM
3:00 pm. Harvested trail counter data from Emma trail and then RGT above Woody Creek with PH. Contacted Rawdanowia Zoti on driveways section of RGT for 2 dogs of leash. Handed out leashes, very complaint.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Counters 5/03/2015 1:30 PM
Finished collecting Dart, AK, WC, Basalt-Mass and Emma Trail counters. Down valley bike patrol.
838 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Counters 5/03/2015 1:15 PM
1:45 pm. Harvested trail counter data from A/K trailhead.
838 Dart Conservation Easement Counters 5/03/2015 12:15 PM
1:15 pm. Biked Dart and harvested trail counter data. Radio call regarding flipped car near our location-looked for car with PH.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Mutual Aid 5/03/2015 12:00 PM
12:30pm Monitored call from Dispatch for a rolled over white Ford Explorer in gorge near 82 or Lower River Rd. LW and I rode Lower River Rd. and trail looking for vehicle. Deputies located totaled, abandoned, stolen vehicle in woods below 82 westbound. No driver found in area. PitCo, APD, and CSP all involved.
838 Sky Mountain Park Counters 5/03/2015 11:30 AM
12:15 pm. Harvested trail counter data on Airline Trail. Drove Owl Creek and Brush Creek to check on Sky MP closures with PH.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Trails 5/03/2015 10:30 AM
11:30am Bike patrolled EOA and checked in on NSP/JH. Chatted with family on EOA about NSP MGMT plan and summer parking issues. Tubing season has already begun... Does the COA have a counter on lower EOA? I found a TRAFx counter not on our map.
8135 Lani White Trail Trails 5/03/2015 10:00 AM
10:30am Restocked leashes at LW TH.
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/03/2015 10:00 AM
11:30 am. Hiked to observation deck.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Counters 5/03/2015 9:00 AM
10:00 am. Biked upper RGT to Hunter Creek trailhead and harvested trail counter data from Stein Park.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 5/03/2015 8:00 AM
Trail counter uploads, maintenance sheet update, and training with LW. Ordered case for LW's phone and a new handsaw for JJ.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/03/2015 8:00 AM
9:00 am. Training on uploading data from trail counters with PH.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/02/2015 3:30 PM
4:00 pm. Timesheet.
838 Sky Mountain Park Counters 5/02/2015 1:30 PM
3:00 pm. Checked closures and harvested trail counter data on Deadline, Viewline, Cozyline, and Brush Creek trail.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Counters 5/02/2015 1:30 PM
Checked Deadline, Cozyline, Viewline, and Brush Creek trail counters with LW. Also checked squatter sites at BC underpass - all clear.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/02/2015 1:30 PM
Discovered fading vehicle tracks (likely from Mule or similar UTV) on Cozyline. Tracks appear to enter (or exit) from bottom of Cozyline and exit (or enter) at a clearing approx. 100' up the trail onto private property. In the past, I have seen people operating a Mule UTV on private land along the ditch. I suspect the land owners or their employees are responsible of the vehicle trespass on Cozyline. Documented. Passed along to JA.
838 Owl Creek Trail Counters 5/02/2015 1:00 PM
1:30 pm. Harvested trail counter data.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/02/2015 11:00 AM
Bike patrolled Smuggler with LW. BTS is snow free. Checked trail counter.
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/02/2015 11:00 AM
1:00 pm. Biked Smuggler and BTS trail. Harvested trail counter data on Smuggler.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Counters 5/02/2015 10:30 AM
11:00 am. Patrolled Northstar and harvested trail counter data.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Counters 5/02/2015 8:30 AM
Trained LW on how to harvest data from trail counters. Checked RGT-Duffy's Wiggles and HC counters.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Counters 5/02/2015 8:30 AM
10:30 am. Biked Stein Trail and upper RGT to Aspen post office. Harvested trail counter data on upper RGT and Hunter Creek.
838 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 5/01/2015 2:00 PM
4:00pm. Hiked bandit trail with JA and PH looking for recent trail activity and squatter sites.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 5/01/2015 12:30 PM
2:00pm.
8135 Open Space Properties Mutual Aid 5/01/2015 10:00 AM
1:38pm Monitored call from Dispatch to Deputy 15 for two dirt bikers harassing elk on Chaparral Ranch (first day open for seasonal trail) - turned over to CPW.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 5/01/2015 10:00 AM
12:30 pm. Orientation to Middle RGT with JA, PH, JJ.
838 Dart Conservation Easement Signage 5/01/2015 8:00 AM
10:00 am. Took down no dog signs.
839 Red Wind Point Trails 5/01/2015 7:30 AM
Reopens for season
839 Red Wind Point Trails 5/01/2015 7:30 AM
Reopens for season
1558 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Called to scene 4/29/2015 3:00 PM
Assisted 116 in contacting two teens who had climbed the truss under Tiehack bridge. Lecture & release.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/29/2015 12:30 PM
4:00 pm. Communication training with deputy and Snowmass animal services officers.
839 Stein Trail Dog Offense 4/29/2015 12:00 PM
Michelle Gile DOL verb warn
1558 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/29/2015 10:15 AM
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/29/2015 9:00 AM
12:30 pm. orientation to upper rgt on bike with JA and JJ.
836 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 4/29/2015 8:00 AM
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 4/29/2015 8:00 AM
ABC steps
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/29/2015 8:00 AM
9:00 am. Bike orientation.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/28/2015 4:00 PM
4:30pm. Paperwork.
838 Sky Mountain Park Trails 4/28/2015 3:00 PM
4:00 pm. Drove Owl creek and Brush creek for property introduction and to check closures with PH and JJ.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 4/28/2015 2:00 PM
Joined PH and JJ for Northstar orientation.
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/28/2015 1:00 PM
Staff Pretreat
838 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/28/2015 12:30 PM
2:00 pm. Hiked up and joined PH and JJ on their way down from an orientation loop.
838 East of Aspen Trail Trails 4/28/2015 11:15 AM
12:30 pm. Biked trail from town to South Gate. Patrolled North Star. Only users were on EOA trail. Contacted Heather Murphy and Laurie Rose for 3 dogs off leash. Handed out leash and they were compliant.
8135 Open Space Properties Special Event 4/28/2015 11:15 AM
4:00pm New ranger training with JJ and LW. Smuggler, HC, LW, NSP, JH, BC, OC, Marolt and Chapel lot orientation.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/28/2015 11:00 AM
Met with JU for new ranger crew photo.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/28/2015 10:30 AM
11:15 am. Group photo for newsletter with Janet.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/28/2015 8:30 AM
10:30am. Biked from Aspen Post Office to Stein Falls as well as Stein trail.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/28/2015 8:00 AM
Trained with JJ. Reviewed New Ranger Orientation manual, G-Drive, bin gear, schedule requests, and contents of ticket tin. Chatted with COA Ranger Simon Longacre about COSA training.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/27/2015 1:00 PM
Training with 2 Snowmass Animal Services officers.
838 Stein Trail Trails 4/27/2015 12:00 PM
Biked stein trail to rgt up to stein park with PH pointing out historical squatter sites. Made educational contact and handed out leash on Stein trail to owner with DOL.
1558 Stein/Red Butte Park Campsite found/evicted 4/27/2015 11:30 AM
Dismantled giant abandoned tarp structure on the flank of red butte w 1959. Full truck load.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/27/2015 11:00 AM
Hiked lower HC and Lani White. Saw only 2 people. Restocked leashes at LW.
1558 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Campsite found/evicted 4/27/2015 10:15 AM
Contacted Jeffrey Sween at camp tagged earlier under bridge w 112, 119, and 1959. Written warning.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/27/2015 9:45 AM
Biked from Aspen post office to junction with Stein trail. Few people out.
836 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/27/2015 8:30 AM
New ranger training.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/27/2015 8:00 AM
9:45. Orientation with Joe Joyner.
8135 Open Space & Trails Trails 4/26/2015 3:45 PM
4:00pm Finished Ranger Mobile paperwork. Researched a few possible fleeces & shells for order.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Counters 4/26/2015 1:30 PM
3:45pm Removed broken post, cut to size and installed replacement post, reset/replaced batteries/installed Dart trail counter at flagged location on mid RGT.
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Closed Area 4/26/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Observed two hikers descending Wheatley Gulch - I am unsure of the mgmt. plan/off-trail travel regs for this property. I'll follow up with JA. Many road bikers, even in the snow-rain. No dogs in habitat closure.
8135 Lani White Trail Trails 4/26/2015 1:00 PM
1:30pm Found a hole in the cement water pipe underneath the public trail between LW and the Centennial Apartments. The hole is only a few inches in diameter, but it's right in the middle of the trail tread and opens all the way into the underlying pipe, so it may be worth fixing.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/26/2015 12:00 PM
1:00pm Moved a large fallen branch off HC Cut-off. Found creepy abandoned ski boot near trail.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 4/26/2015 10:45 AM
12:00pm Lots of mtn bikers taking to Smuggler Mtn Rd and BTS trail this weekend. HC cut-off and 10th Mtn are still snow covered for long stretches.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/26/2015 9:00 AM
10:45am Patrolled RGT and HC connector trail. Restocked leashes at lower HC TH. Removed last of old RGT mgmt. signage. Checked out social trail branching off from RGT immediately below Stein Park - found a clear area good for camping and a tombstone for "Cisco." See photo. We should keep an eye on this area for campers.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/26/2015 8:00 AM
9:00am Completed Ranger Mobile and compliance paperwork from yesterday. Tweaked Ranger Schedule 2015. Moved S.O. auto parts mistakenly dropped off in front of Ranger lockup. Prepped for reinstallation of Dart counter.
8135 Open Space Properties Trails 4/25/2015 2:30 PM
4:00pm Down valley trails & property orientation for LW. Removed out-dated RGT mgmt plan signage along the way. Recovered broken sign post and signage at AK - dog regs sign near dogi-pot needs replacement.
838 Open Space Properties Trails 4/25/2015 2:30 PM
Orientation to downvalley properties with PH.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 4/25/2015 1:30 PM
2:30pm Patrolled closure boundary of SMP - no trespass observed.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Mutual Aid 4/25/2015 1:30 PM
2:15pm Took call from Zach at dispatch regarding a "reckless biker" (40s-50s male in blue shirt, no other details) on the RGT 1/2 mile below Phillips Trailer Park. Biker reportedly ran a special needs hiker off the trail. Dispatch said RP "almost had a seizure" during incident. LW and I kept an eye out for subject during down valley orientation.
838 Sky Mountain Park Trails 4/25/2015 1:30 PM
Checked for closure violations.
838 Smuggler Mountain Road Trails 4/25/2015 12:00 PM
Biked up to overlook.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 4/25/2015 12:00 PM
1:00pm Posted new No Parking Anytime sign at upper Smuggler lot. Photographed second, damaged sign for JA.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 4/25/2015 11:30 AM
11:50am Written Warning: Rebeckah M. Doane for dog on NSP Beach. Very cooperative. Doane and family entered beach from odd route and did not see No Dogs signage. Checked ID to confirm this Rebeckah Doane was not the Rebecca Doane already in our database (large age difference between the two ladies). First warning.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 4/25/2015 11:00 AM
Educational contact with women who had a DOL on east of aspen trail. Handed out leash.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/25/2015 10:00 AM
Biked from Stein park to the aspen post office and back. Few people out.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 4/25/2015 10:00 AM
10:50am Verbal Warning: Jenny Beltman for DOL (small black and white dog) on RGT below Slaughterhouse Falls. Claimed not to know leash rule, but leashed dog when she first saw me. Handed out Pitkin Outside card and recommended V&S trails. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 4/25/2015 10:00 AM
Observed several people walking dogs off leash on Stein Trail - unable to contact.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/25/2015 8:00 AM
Shared Google docs with Joe Joyner (JJ) & LW accounts. Charged and added Ranger Mobile to iPad and iPhone and for JJ. Reviewed work schedule with LW. Reviewed training scenarios, New Ranger Orientation manual, and squatter SOPs with LW.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/25/2015 8:00 AM
Training on paperwork and ranger documents on the g drive with PH.
838 Brush Creek Trail Trails 4/24/2015 3:30 PM
Drove brush creek and Owl creek to check on sky mountain closures.
838 Mills OSP Trails 4/24/2015 3:00 PM
Hiked down to river to check for any squatter activity.
8135 Mills OSP Special Event 4/24/2015 3:00 PM
Mills OS orientation for LW.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/24/2015 12:00 PM
Hiked up hunter creek for orientation with PH.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 4/24/2015 10:00 AM
10:50am Verbal warning: Colleen Irvin for DOL (medium brown and white mix) on RGT near Sunnyside junction. Cooperated, but unhappy. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 4/24/2015 10:00 AM
10:58am Verbal warning: Terri Cane for DOL (golden) on RGT below Gold Butte. Cooperated and polite - no leash. Handed out leash. Asked me if leash law applied "even in off-season." First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 4/24/2015 10:00 AM
11:00am Checked historical squatter site near river between Slaughterhouse and Stein Falls - all clear.
838 Smuggler Mountain Road Trails 4/24/2015 9:00 AM
Biked up Smuggler road and BTS trail to check on current snow levels on the upper trails.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/24/2015 8:00 AM
Training cont'd. with LW. Met with JA & LW. Completed Ranger Schedule 2015 (and vacation requests).
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/24/2015 8:00 AM
Discussed schedule with JA and PH.
1558 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 4/23/2015 2:45 PM
839 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/23/2015 2:00 PM
Checked Verena Mallory and the Portal Tr alignment
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 4/23/2015 12:00 PM
Cut small tree by kiosk with 838
838 Open Space Properties Trails 4/23/2015 12:00 PM
Hiked smuggler and hunter creek with JA for orientation.
1558 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/23/2015 11:45 AM
Verbal warning and leash handed out. Right at parks driveway.
1558 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Campsite found/evicted 4/23/2015 10:30 AM
Tagged an active bedroll pointed out by Matt Kuhn.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/23/2015 8:00 AM
Board meeting.
839 Perham Creek Trailhead Signage 4/22/2015 5:00 PM
installed one way sign for upper lot at perham ck tr head
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 4/21/2015 2:30 PM
3:30pm Patrolled closure boundary of SMP and 7SR. Patrolled BC. BC underpass is clear.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/21/2015 12:45 PM
12:30pm Discovered Myrtle Spurge - invasive plant - on private land very near HC access on Red Mtn Rd.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/21/2015 12:45 PM
1:00pm Removed downed tree from upper HC near USFS boundary.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 4/21/2015 12:45 PM
2:30pm Improved direction signage at HC-Red Mtn Rd intersection.
1558 Smuggler Mountain Dog waste - education contact 4/21/2015 12:15 PM
Warned Julie w two yellow labs about leaving poo bag.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Meeting/Planning 4/21/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Met with Ranger Brian Long on Smuggler - he's patrolling the road today. I moved on to HC.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 4/21/2015 11:00 AM
11:00am Pink-tagged 6 Ton Tilt trailer (CO TRL 818-CQM) that was stored in NSP Observation Deck lot.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/21/2015 10:00 AM
10:50am Chatted with two dog walkers about OST and Ranger program.
838 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/21/2015 8:30 AM
Orientation with JA.
8135 Open Space Properties Meeting/Planning 4/20/2015 1:00 PM
Met with JA and Lauren (LW). Gave LW an orientation on NSP, James H., and the Smuggler and HC access points. OST Staff meeting.
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/20/2015 1:00 PM
plan for bike bash w/JU and LU and PH
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Illegal Camping 4/20/2015 12:00 PM
Nick Oliver moving into RR car at Gerbaz , very nice, needed orientation on trails safety, middle manned with RFTA
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 4/20/2015 11:00 AM
12:00pm Spoke with Scott Newcombe about a possible non-commercial run-walk event from Smuggler lot to Observation Deck in memory of his late brother. Scott will follow up with JA about the event.
8135 Open Space Properties Special Event 4/20/2015 9:00 AM
Welcomed Ranger Lauren Wenzel to OST! Went over PW, OST office, Ranger gear, and Ranger Mobile orientation.
838 Open Space Properties Meeting/Planning 4/20/2015 9:00 AM
Orientation at Open Space office and HR. Site visit to Open space properties.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/20/2015 8:00 AM
9:00am Met with JA.
8135 Open Space & Trails Signage 4/19/2015 3:30 PM
4:00pm Put "Ranger" decal on Tacoma.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 4/19/2015 1:00 PM
3:30pm Followed up on Dispatch call about hazard tree on RGT - I found a large cottonwood overhanging the RGT at Mile 25.5. I cleared a path around the hazard and marked off the area with tape. Photographed and followed up with JA.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 4/19/2015 1:00 PM
3:30pm Educational contact in Wingo lot with hiker and off-leash dog - handed out leash and discussed leash law.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Counters 4/19/2015 11:00 AM
12:45pm I looked all over Dart-RGT for the post hole from the busted counter. The new snow made the search hopeless. I recovered the Dart counter and broken post. The counter will be in the office. I have the supplies ready to finish the project when the snow melts - which should be soon. It seems inefficient to spend any more time at Dart until the snow is gone.
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 4/19/2015 8:30 AM
10:44am Took call from Dispatch regarding downed hazard tree at MM 25.5 on RGT.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/19/2015 8:30 AM
10:00am Stocked new Ranger bins with all items on equipment list. Made a list of needed items (shells, fleece, shirts, bike items).
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 4/19/2015 8:30 AM
10:30am Prepped materials to install new Dart trail counter post.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/19/2015 8:00 AM
8:30am Finished Ranger Mobile and compliance paperwork for 4/18. Finished timesheet.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/18/2015 1:00 PM
4:00pm Revised and updated New Ranger Orientation packet (along with Ranger Daily Carry, Equipment List, Recommended Equipment, Daily Checklist, and List of Ranger Handouts). Gathered recent examples of incident reports for Summer 2015 training. All docs can be found in Training folder. Ranger Mobile server crashed around 3:00pm.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 4/18/2015 11:00 AM
11:50am Verbal Warning: Julie Kresco for three DOLs on HC. Cooperated and leashed dogs. Claimed she did not know rules, as she was visiting from Eagle.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/18/2015 11:00 AM
12:30pm Restocked leashes at lower HC TH.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 4/18/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Smuggler lots are in rough, sloppy shape and only usable with AWD. Only two cars in each lot and no hikers were observed.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 4/18/2015 10:00 AM
Parking lots snowed in.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/18/2015 8:00 AM
10:00am Set up tax-exempt account on Amazon.com for OST orders. Prepared order for new gear discussed on Friday (phone cases, waterproofing spray, etc.). Followed up with JA for approval. Dropped off new ranger's uniform hard shell at dry cleaner.
8135 Open Space & Trails Mutual Aid 4/18/2015 8:00 AM
8:58am Monitored call on Red Mtn regarding a vehicle "driving on the bike path at Marolt." Stop was made by Deputy 63 and APD 144 on COA property. Incident turned over to code enforcement officer for potential citation.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/17/2015 1:00 PM
Prepped for events & new hires, ran errands, met with IT & JU.
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/17/2015 10:30 AM
Ragnar and BTC permit processing
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/17/2015 8:00 AM
(Much needed) Spring Cleaning and prep for new hires training.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 4/17/2015 8:00 AM
8:30am Followed up with B. Shurin for courtesy call. 10:00am Payment of $100 received by mail.
839 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 4/16/2015 4:00 PM
Cleaned desk, shelves etc
839 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 4/16/2015 12:00 PM
Pod hurst paid sims ticket, I contacted Cordts-Pierce and submitted lambert paperwork
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/15/2015 1:00 PM
IT meet w helpdesk
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 4/15/2015 11:30 AM
Winter recap, presented GCourse option
1558 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/15/2015 11:15 AM
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/14/2015 2:30 PM
4:00pm Patrolled RGT below Stein Park, lower Sunnyside, and Gold Butte. The Roaring Fork is running heartily - Slaughterhouse Falls looks very Spring-like. Moved downed rotten aspen off Sunnyside and spotted a snake on the trail - already! Chatted up an international group of climbers at the GB crag.
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/14/2015 2:00 PM
Prep for new employees
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 4/14/2015 12:30 PM
12:30am Annual lunch meeting with Nordic Council. Discussed ranger observations & thoughts from Winter 2014/15.
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 4/14/2015 12:00 PM
Nordic ambassador meeting
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 4/14/2015 11:00 AM
12:30pm Patrolled Smuggler - fairly calm for a sunny day. Checked historical squatter site at pullout - all clear.
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/14/2015 10:00 AM
Last of comm fishing contacts
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/14/2015 9:00 AM
11:00am Inventoried and organized all spare Ranger shirts, shells, and fleece. Inventoried contents of Ranger # 838 & 836 bins. See lists taped to bins in PW OST office. Restocked Ranger # 838 & 836 first aid kits - new rangers should still double check supplies.
8135 Open Space & Trails Nordic 4/14/2015 9:00 AM
11:00am Wrote down observations from Winter 2014/15 and thoughts on how to improve Nordic system for 2015/16.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 4/13/2015 3:00 PM
4:00pm Launched and tested all three new TRAFx counters. All counters work well. Currently, the counters are unnamed - I can name them and re-launch them when we are ready to install them.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 4/13/2015 2:00 PM
3:00pm Patrolled AK and monitored dog control in lot - pretty good overall and few bags. Steep social trail on slope west of lot has become well established.
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/13/2015 2:00 PM
Comm fishermen contacts
1558 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/13/2015 11:30 AM
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 4/13/2015 11:30 AM
11:35am Verbal Warning: Neddie Graham for two dogs out of V&S control on Smuggler - first warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Meeting/Planning 4/13/2015 10:30 AM
11:15am Chatted with Brian Long on the phone about opportunities to collaborate. BL is on ranger duty Mon-Thurs from now on. SL will be on weekends after he returns from Oregon. We will share duty and zone coverage schedules soon.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/13/2015 10:30 AM
10:30am Patrolled HC. Squatter site clean and clear. Restocked leashes at HC TH. 11:30am Checked HC BLM lot - I realized we haven't patrolled here for at least a few weeks. Cleaned up trash.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 4/13/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Checked NSP beach site for reported campfire - cleaned up area, photographed, sent to JA.
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/13/2015 9:00 AM
Annual whitewater comm operator ps meeting
8135 Open Space & Trails Signage 4/13/2015 8:00 AM
9:30am Met with R&B - they have temporary No Parking signs and no extra One Way signs.
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 4/13/2015 8:00 AM
8:45am Updated G-Drive squatters folder. E-mailed COA Ranger Brian Long about squatter issues on RGT/HC. Met with JA.
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 4/12/2015 3:15 PM
4:00pm Wrote report for squatter incident this morning. Completed weekend compliance and Ranger Mobile paperwork. *Network drives all crashed/unavailable - PW computer not able to connect to G-Drive or OST files. I typed report and saved to desktop; I will upload it to G-Drive when IT fixes system.*
8135 Open Space & Trails Signage 4/12/2015 3:15 PM
3:15pm Looked for R&B sign storage (OST needs two road signs) - it is no longer in the garage attached to PW. I will talk to R&B when they're back on duty tomorrow.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 4/12/2015 2:00 PM
2:18am Spotted mtn biker in red jersey riding quickly downhill along the pipeline fence near entrance to Cozy Line - he almost certainly rode in the closed area. Found a fresh dog poop bag at the roundabout access for Highline (and I watched a biker - not the dog owner - pick the bag up and throw it into the middle of the trail). *Snowmass should post "No Dogs" signs at their access points to Highline.* I patrolled sections of the SMP closure boundary and the open High Line trail - we need ranger presence here if people are going to take the closure seriously.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 4/12/2015 11:15 AM
11:40am Restocked bags at Smuggler lot. 2:00pm BTS and Bushwhacker Mine site mostly melted out. Tenth Mtn still snowy. HC Cut-off muddy and snowy.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/12/2015 10:30 AM
11:15am Fielded questions from a hiker about fishing access - handed out Pitkin Outside, referenced fly fishing only rule for Stein to Woody Creek, and NSP regs.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 4/12/2015 10:30 AM
Squatter sites from this weekend around Mills St Bridge on RGT are empty.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/12/2015 10:00 AM
10:15am Fielded questions from hiker about wildlife and V&S policy. Handed out Pitkin Outside card.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 4/12/2015 10:00 AM
10:18am Verbal Warning: Barbie Lindsay for one DOL (large white dog) on HC. Cooperated and had leash & bags. Lindsay stated she took her dog off-leash to get him away from an aggressive dog, which didn't make much sense to me.
8135 Lani White Trail Maintenance 4/12/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Cut and removed downed tree from upper end of LW. Restocked leashes at LW TH.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Illegal Camping 4/12/2015 8:30 AM
Called and was assisted by APD officers # 112 & 117 to clear out one illegal camper - Michael Duncan - from HC behind HC Long House. Duncan was sleeping in a low area by the creek with his head touching the trail. Same guy and location as yesterday. Duncan was warned by APD that he will get a county citation if he is caught again. Camp site cleared.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/12/2015 8:00 AM
8:30am Updated Trail Closure Dates doc to include BHS Bike Park. Read Lazy Glen closure memo. Tweaked Ranger schedule to include new hires and made a very tentative four-tens schedule for late May for discussion.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 4/11/2015 2:30 PM
3:30pm Patrolled BHS Zero Tolerance area - RGT from BHS to Emma and back. Emma Underpass looks pretty good. All lights working, no ice, no graffiti. Underpass could use a sweep. Opened BHS Bike Park just in time for a big youth group to use it.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Special Event 4/11/2015 2:30 PM
3:30pm Spotted the brownest black bear sow I've ever seen and two cubs along 82 at our lowest river takeout. The bears are awake! Also spotted another large herd of elk - second today.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 4/11/2015 2:00 PM
2:00pm Ate lunch at a vantage point and staked out Sky Mtn Park from outside the closure at Janet and Paul's suggestion.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Resource Damage 4/11/2015 2:00 PM
2:00pm There are still several large piles of gravel dumped in the Cozy Point South meadow adjacent to Brush Creek. Also, it appears the private property owners on the uphill side of the pipeline fence are building a road across their field. There was a grader out there today flattening a road. Perhaps the gravel was accidentally dumped on OST land?
8135 Owl Creek Trail Mutual Aid 4/11/2015 1:30 PM
1:30pm Overheard call on Red Mtn regarding a large group of people harassing an elk here in a meadow near Owl Creek Rd. 03 responded. I was in the area and responded to monitor - the herd was definitely stressed and circled up defensively in the equestrian center's main field. No violations on OST property. 03 dispersed crowd.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 4/11/2015 11:30 AM
12:10pm Verbal Warning: Denise Borenstein for one dog (medium curly-haired dog) out of V&S control on Smuggler by last residence. Cooperated and had leash & bags.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Illegal Camping 4/11/2015 10:30 AM
11:30am Patrolled HC-RGT connector and lower HC for illegal camping - all clear. Stone staircase below wood staircase on HC has some loose steps. Restocked leashes at lower HC TH.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/11/2015 10:30 AM
11:30am Found and tried to move a downed tree (only 4-6" in diameter, but 20' long) on upper end of LW. I will need a bow saw to remove it.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 4/11/2015 9:30 AM
10:30am Bike patrolled RGT. Checked Mills St Bridge section of trail - campsite is clear.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 4/11/2015 8:45 AM
Updated trail counter maintenance sheet battery voltage.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 4/11/2015 8:00 AM
7:58am Overhead call on Red Mtn regarding two squatter sites, one at Mills Street Bridge on the RGT and a second near the HC Long Houses on the HC Cut-off. (RP: Frank Arenella 970-274-4743) I called Dispatch for info and monitored radio. APD responded to Mills St. and contacted two males (Jeffery Sween and Avelardo Quintana) at 8:06am - J. Sween had 5 outstanding warrants (all FTAs from Denver, non-extraditable). APD moved subjects along. Dispatch followed up to make sure I got all the info. 8:22am APD contacted a male subject (Michael Duncan) behind the HC Long House "just over the new bridge from the Rio." APD moved subject along. 8:45am Wrote quick report on RGT & HC squatters - forwarded to JA.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 4/10/2015 2:30 PM
2:30pm Followed up with David Radeck. Sammy Podhurst - owner of the puppy involved in James Sims' 3/31/15 citation - wants to pay fine on James' behalf. Radeck was unaware the RGT was leash mandatory - he informed Podhurst it was a voice & sight control area. 3:00pm Podhurst called me. I gave her the OST address and payment info. I requested she include a letter explaining that she was paying on James' behalf and understood she was not obliged to pay the fine. She understands and will pay on Monday. 4:00pm The paperwork continues: Updated JA's Sims 3-31-15 citation report with an addendum. Finished my own compliance and Ranger Mobile paperwork for today.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 4/10/2015 11:30 AM
11:30am Restocked bags at upper Smuggler lot dogi-pot. Brief E. Skarvan encounter in upper lot - nothing to report. Brief encounter with Patrick Henry on Smuggler - ditto. 2:00pm 2:00pm Received call from Janet - David Radeck from COA Parks has questions about a citation we may have issued and wants a call back "later."
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 4/10/2015 11:30 AM
1:00pm Took complaint/tip from a hiker (Constance) regarding road rage on Smuggler Mtn Rd last year - one instance involved someone from Smuggler Mine and another involved a UTV. ConConstance called 911 on both occasions. She is interested in getting a speed limit sign posted. I advised her to call the Sheriff's Office if it happens again and directed her questions about road signage to them as well. There is already a 10 MPH sign at the first switchback.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 4/10/2015 11:30 AM
1:15pm Overheard call from 48 to Dispatch regarding dogs at large on Steven's St - the access for the Jaffee liaison trail.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 4/10/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Patrolled NSP & EOA. Filled out new NSP observations sheet. Closed landing area gate that was left open.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 4/10/2015 9:30 AM
9:45am Verbal Warning: Donnie Ryan (large schnauzer) and Lisa Kistner (small gray dog) for one DOL a piece on RGT by water plant. Both know rule. Handed out leash to Kistner. First Warnings. 10:25am Warned Kistner again for letting dog drag leash on ground near Stein Trail-RGT junction.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 4/10/2015 9:30 AM
9:55am Called in car parked (illegally) on shoulder of McClain Flats/Cemetery across from Stein Park to Dispatch. Contacted owner on trail and had car moved without SO assistance.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/10/2015 9:30 AM
11:00am Bike patrolled from Jaffee to Aspen USPS and back. 10:10am Recommended hike to a man whose cable went out - he figured he "might as well go on a hike" since he couldn't watch TV. 11:00am No unpermitted photo shoot at Gold Butte. Sunnyside is very busy - whole lot full.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 4/10/2015 9:00 AM
9:30am Big group of fly fisherfolk at Jaffee. Cleaned up dumped bag of trash that was attracting animals near port-a-john.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 4/10/2015 8:30 AM
9:00am Uploaded Sky Mtn Park data to computer & TRAFx Data Net.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/10/2015 8:00 AM
8:00am Passdown. E-mails. Ranger Mobile.
839 Sky Mountain Park Trails 4/09/2015 3:00 PM
Harvested airline counter
8135 Sky Mountain Park Counters 4/08/2015 2:00 PM
4:00pm Harvested data and replaced batteries for Deadline and Viewline counters. No recent trespass evident on Deadline. Dog pawprints visible on Highline. Encountered one biker and three hikers on Highline. No evidence of recent trespass on Viewline. Airline counter still needs to be visited.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/08/2015 11:30 AM
11:30am Restocked leashes at lower HC TH. 11:50am Discovered a creepy bouquet of flowers on HC near the creek. 12:45pm Restocked leashes at upper HC kiosk. HC is melting out fast!
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 4/08/2015 11:30 AM
12:30pm Verbal Warning: Scott Newcombe for DOL (JessC) on upper HC on ice patch. Scott acted downright ashamed to be caught off leash. Considering that he fell further up the trail and hurt his ankle, I gave him a warning and advised him to keep dog leashed and drop leash if in imminent danger of falling. Next is written warning or citation.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/08/2015 11:30 AM
12:40pm Discovered downed tree (8" in diameter, 30' long, marked with blue blaze) on HC below private drive on upper HC near recent forestry project. Tree is evidently rotted and not cut. Will require a few cuts with a chainsaw. I removed another downed tree and branches from the trail further uphill - the wind is doing a number on all the dead trees along HC.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 4/08/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Patrolled. Finished buttoning up signage on NSP river accesses and Observation Deck. I will follow up after grass in meadow springs back up to see if signs are still clearly visible.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/08/2015 9:30 AM
10:45am Bike patrolled RGT - all dogs were leashed! Checked signage in Stein Park - on second glance it is evident regs signs are only warning about $100 fine for leaving dog waste and do not contradict off leash privilege in park.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/08/2015 8:00 AM
Read Aspen Daily News article on NSP Mgmt Plan. Forwarded info from Brian Long to BG & JA. Reviewed Passdown. Received payment ($100) from H. Maley for 3-22-15 citation. Met with JA.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 4/07/2015 2:30 PM
2:30pm Troubleshooting Stillwater counter.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 4/07/2015 1:00 PM
1:05pm Verbal Warning: Diana Duffy for two poodles off leash at the junction of Stein Trail and RGT. Very polite. Stated that today was her first hike post-knee surgery. Handed out two leashes. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 4/07/2015 1:00 PM
1:00pm Holy Cross Energy called to confirm they were done with RGT earlier than expected. I reopened RGT, patrolled, and inspected the trail at the work site - all looks well. I too photos and followed up with JA and BG. Returned to PW to store signage and update Ranger Mobile.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 4/07/2015 1:00 PM
2:30pm Advised Civil Safety officer on OST regs for Castle Creek Bridge - it belongs to APD jurisdiction. Officer called in car and photographer on bridge; it was later clarified that the vehicle was actually on Old Maroon Creek Bridge. This is the second car on the bridge this year.
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/07/2015 1:00 PM
Fishing comm permits
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 4/07/2015 10:45 AM
11:45am Finished seasonal river use signage at NSP - will follow up with JA to see if more signage is needed.
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/07/2015 10:00 AM
BOCC title 12 and no star mm
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/07/2015 10:00 AM
BOCC title 12 and no star mm
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 4/07/2015 9:00 AM
10:00am Met Holy Cross Energy and escorted them down to the cable work site on the RGT between Stein Park and Stein Trail. Placed trail closure signs at Stein Park and Bridge - will remove at 3pm or sooner if HCE calls me. Either way, many people are completely ignoring the closure.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 4/07/2015 9:00 AM
10:30am Called COA Ranger Brian Long - Stein Park photo shoot was cancelled due to lack of snow, so no conflict anticipated with the utility line repairs.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 4/07/2015 8:00 AM
9:00am Started Shurin 4-6-15 citation report. Caught up on Ranger Mobile paperwork. Coded receipt.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 4/07/2015 8:00 AM
9:00am Uploaded Smuggler counter data to computer/Data Net.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/07/2015 7:30 AM
Holy cross cuts into RGT mm 39.75
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/06/2015 3:00 PM
4:00pm OST staff meeting.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 4/06/2015 2:30 PM
2:45pm CITATION: Betty Shurin for small dog on NSP beach. Polite and cooperative, but still brought dog into preserve after reading regs signs. $100.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 4/06/2015 11:00 AM
11:15am Verbal Warning: Patrick Henry for one of two dogs (both medium black dogs) out of V&S control. I initially reminded Patrick to keep dog in eyesight above last residence on Smuggler Mtn Rd when dog took a shortcut without him. I issued a warning and took down ID when he continued to allow dog to lag behind near upper Smuggler lot. Cooperated, although mildly argumentative. 1:00pm Patrick complained to JA that his verbal warning was "heavy handed." JA upheld the warning.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 4/06/2015 11:00 AM
11:45am Prepared a bilingual pink tag for car parked on Smuggler Mtn Rd near residence 401 - contacted owner and had car moved.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 4/06/2015 11:00 AM
12:00pm Chatted at length with two women about installing a dogi-pot at the top of Smuggler. One woman stated, "I wish you (OST) would be more sensitive to the needs of the people." I emphasized the logistical challenge that comes with winter and the need for dog owner responsibility. I suggested the group bring ideas to OSTB/BOCC. One woman suggested the County buy us a snowmobile to service the top of Smuggler (that might be fun!) Another hiker complimented JA's "Poop Fairy" PR campaign.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/06/2015 9:30 AM
11:00am Bike patrolled upper RGT. Chatted with Holy Cross Energy workers below Stein Park. They're having a hard time finding the short in the buried cable along the RGT. Later, made a copy of truck key #111 at ACE.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/06/2015 9:00 AM
Dropped off paperwork for Gary. Met with Lindsey & Janet regarding trail reports and Pitkin Outside software updates.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 4/06/2015 8:30 AM
Uploaded trail counter data from last week. Updated battery (%) data in Google sheets.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/06/2015 8:00 AM
Finished Timesheet. Followed up with JA. Reviewed Passdown and organized tasks for the week.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 4/06/2015 8:00 AM
Updated Maley 3-22-15 citation report.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 4/04/2015 1:00 PM
Took chain down at beach gate, need duck signs, Stillwater counter harvest
839 East of Aspen Trail Penalty Assessment 4/04/2015 11:30 AM
Ticket DOL Samantha Cordts-Pierce
8135 Sky Mountain Park Signage 4/03/2015 1:00 PM
2:00pm Retrieved replacement signage and the closure sawhorse. Discovered fresh footprints on Cozy Line - someone walked up into Sky Mtn Park between the time I left and the time I returned. I followed the tracks for a little bit, but did not encounter subject. Posted closure sawhorse and signage at base of Cozy Line and at Cozy Line-Cozy Pony trail junction.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Signage 4/03/2015 1:00 PM
3:30pm Seasonal closure signage still in place at Hidden Valley Cemetery roundabout. Signage still posted at Deadline gate. No evidence of recent trespass. View Line stills needs to be checked if someone has time,
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 4/03/2015 1:00 PM
2:45pm Observed a man carrying a long gun and walking on a two track between Brush Creek drainage and Wiese Upper Ditch across from Pioneer Springs Drive. I eventually gathered that this was private property and never saw the man enter Sky Mtn Park.
8135 Sky Mountain Park Counters 4/03/2015 12:30 PM
12:30pm Harvested Cozy Line counter and replaced batteries. Party on a UTV drove up to edge of privately-owned field that borders Cozy Line to observe from a distance what I was doing. Two or three older bike tracks and a set of footprints are the only sign of trespass on Cozy Line. However, brush on the trail has been moved and our closure sign on a 30-holer is nowhere to be seen.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Counters 4/03/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Harvested BC counter. Observed ranchers and equipment prepping hay field in meadow at Cozy Point South.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Counters 4/03/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Harvested OC counter.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Counters 4/03/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Harvested EOA counter near NSP observation deck lot.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Counters 4/03/2015 10:00 AM
10:00am Harvested HC counter.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Counters 4/03/2015 8:30 AM
10:00am Patrolled. Harvested upper RGT counters.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/02/2015 2:00 PM
3:30pm Patrolled HC. Cut dead branch overhanging trail. Restocked leashes at lower HC TH. Creek is really flowing!
8135 Lani White Trail Trails 4/02/2015 1:00 PM
2:00pm Cut downed tree on LW with JA. Removed remains of vandalized sign at LW TH.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 4/02/2015 12:00 PM
1:00pm Uploaded counter data to computer and Data Net. Swapped out old I/C AED pads for new ones. Planned with JA.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/02/2015 11:00 AM
12:00pm Helped do final interview of Stephanie for summer ranger position.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 4/02/2015 8:30 AM
9:00am Jaffee boat ramp now melted out, but covered in slippery gravel & rocks from plowing. Daily assortment of fishermen and morning dog walkers at Jaffee lot.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/02/2015 8:00 AM
8:30am Met with Bill. E-mailed trail conditions update to Lindsey & Janet.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 4/01/2015 1:45 PM
2:45pm Tried to find a larger OST saw in good working condition (for Lani White) to no avail. Did a cursory cleaning of one saw that worked decently, but it now refuses to start. Stored BC seasonal signage. Stored bike inside lock up out of weather.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Bicycle Action 4/01/2015 11:00 AM
1:30pm Bike patrolled Smuggler - it didn't feel all that bad for the first ride of the season!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 4/01/2015 10:00 AM
10:40am Verbal Warning: Sherry Kirsh for 3 DOL (goldens). New to area. Claimed to have "never seen dogs on leashes" in Aspen. Cooperated and leashed dogs.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/01/2015 10:00 AM
11:00am Bike patrolled from Aspen USPS to Stein Falls.
839 Crystal Trail Trails 4/01/2015 9:00 AM
Repair bollard, clean up and eval
8135 Brush Creek Trail Signage 4/01/2015 8:45 AM
9:45am Seasonal signage changeover on BC trail.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 4/01/2015 8:00 AM
8:30am Met with BG. Met with R&B - they will try to remove boulders from upper Smuggler this PM and will contact me if help is needed. Reviewed Passdown. Made follow up call to H. Maley in regards to 3/22/15 Citation - left voicemail with pertinent info.
839 Open Space & Trails Trails 3/31/2015 4:30 PM
Counters harvested, Emma tr and Bmass
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 3/31/2015 3:30 PM
Finalize title 12 revisions
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Penalty Assessment 3/31/2015 12:00 PM
James Sims cited on complaint of Trevi Bennett, dog harassed her at stein falls x 2 off leash, intercepted him at stein park.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 3/31/2015 9:00 AM
JP Conde verb warn caught picking up his bag on descent which I had tagged
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Signage 3/30/2015 2:30 PM
3:30pm Posted seasonal GBH closure signage. One proud heron already on its nest. Patrolled JH.
8135 East of Aspen Trail Trails 3/30/2015 1:30 PM
2:30pm Bike patrolled EOA from Smuggler through Snyder Park to South Gate - still quite wet with some snow that is hard to navigate on a bike. From South Gate on to Wildwood, the trail is mostly bare with some large residual snowbanks. I got pretty dirty on the ride, and, as fun as it was, I don't think it's ready for OST to recommend to bikers.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/30/2015 11:30 AM
1:30pm Met Denali NP bus drivers.
8135 Lani White Trail Vandalism 3/30/2015 11:00 AM
11:00am Vandalism: someone tore off and stole our "Poop Fairy" sign at LW TH.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 3/30/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Patrolled. Restocked leashes at lower HC kiosk.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 3/30/2015 10:30 AM
11:20am Verbal Warning: Toni Turner & Kathleen Cooper for one small DOL a piece on HC boardwalks. Owners stated there seems to be "no rhyme or reason" for leash law vs. V&S law. I explained they need to read signs and all will become clear. Cooperated and leashed dogs. First warnings.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 3/30/2015 8:00 AM
10:30am Seasonal signage, new shirt order, meeting with JA & BG, task planning, and other business.
8135 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Bicycle Action 3/29/2015 2:30 PM
3:30pm Bike patrolled Basalt/Mass trail.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 3/29/2015 2:00 PM
2:30pm Busy day at AK. The poop bag situation on the trail looks pretty good. Note: My radio is near useless at AK - often I only get fragments of calls on Red Mtn Up and Down.
8135 Lani White Trail Resource Damage 3/29/2015 1:30 PM
1:30pm Discovered two downed trees on LW. I remove the smaller tree and some branches. The bigger tree (8-10" diameter tree with a 4-5" diameter trunk splitting off of the main trunk) will need a saw to buck it up and remove it from the path. Followed up with BG & JA.
8135 Lani White Trail Trails 3/29/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Restocked leashes at LW.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 3/29/2015 12:00 PM
12:00pm Restocked leashes at upper HC kiosk.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 3/29/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Removed full dog poop bucket left behind from volunteer event on lower switchback of Smuggler.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/29/2015 9:00 AM
10:00am Written Warning: Mike Solondz for DOL on RGT below Stein Park. Second warning (warned previously for DOL on HC) and second contact today. Cooperated, despite being a little argumentative. Mike wanted to argue about Jaffee leash law; I explained that we are reviewing the situation and suggested he speak with OSTB/BOCC.
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 3/29/2015 8:30 AM
9:00am Educational contact with dog owner (Mike Solondz) in Jaffee lot - explained status of leash law and handed out leash.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 3/28/2015 11:30 AM
11:45am Removed poop flag signs from foot of Smuggler. Waffleboard sign would seem out of context if we cut off the reference to flags. Metal sign from kiosk is also no longer needed - thanks to our volunteers.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 3/28/2015 11:30 AM
12:30pm Verbal Warning Itzhak Vardy for border collie out of V&S control on upper switchback of Smuggler Mtn Rd.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/28/2015 11:30 AM
2:00pm Patrolled Smuggler, 10th Mtn, and HC cut-off. Post-holing is keeping most folks out of the woods. Many people showing sloppy V&S control. Chatted with one hiker who thought someone had the job of picking up abandoned dog bags - corrected her. Chatted with another hiker who called other dog owners "pigs" and praised JA. Refilled bags at upper Smuggler lot kiosk.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 3/28/2015 9:30 AM
11:30am Bike patrolled from Jaffee to Aspen USPS and back. Made a couple educational contacts near Stein lot for DOL - handed out two leashes. E-mailed trail conditions report to Janet & Lindsey.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 3/28/2015 8:00 AM
9:00am Caught up on Ranger Mobile paperwork. Talked to JA. E-mailed JA & GT photos of BC ground monitoring unit.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/27/2015 4:00 PM
5:00pm Bruce Droste called me to report a party with a dog in the BC closure. Written Warning: Timothy Kirkwood for DOL/Trespass/Dog in Closed Area at the historic structure near BC. Cooperative. I believe Tim did not see signage, as his family accessed the property from a pullout on 82. We had a talk about habitat and closures. Written warning for $300 (3 first offenses). Observed multiple additional trespasses on BC during our contact - BC closure is pretty much done.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Closed Area 3/27/2015 3:15 PM
3:30pm Assessed closure signage on 7SR - I agree with JA that the meadow near "Picture Point" needs another sign. Posted additional closure sign at 7SR. Observed multiple trespasses on BC while working on 7SR.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Closed Area 3/27/2015 3:15 PM
4:00pm Spoke with Bruce Droste about signage and trespassing on 7SR & BC. Bruce and I checked out the "contraption" on BC that he mentioned to JA. It appears to be a scientific ground monitoring unit - I will send photos to JA. Bruce requested closure signage at the upper access to his irrigation ditch - last season mtn bikers were using it as a trail.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/27/2015 2:30 PM
3:00pm Removed BC sawhorse closure signs. BC underpass is vacant. Mills "Rim" historic squatter sites are vacant. Some horse hoof prints visible on lower BC access - hard to tell how old.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 3/27/2015 2:00 PM
2:30pm Keep an eye on the GMV Canyon gray pick-up (VT: 181A856) - it may be parked overnight in NSP obs deck lot.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/27/2015 1:00 PM
Monica and Cal Viall off leash by Shady Ln
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/27/2015 1:00 PM
long call from Hillary Maley listening to her plea for clemency, the ticket stands
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/27/2015 1:00 PM
Vickie Bogner two dogs off leash, verbal
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/27/2015 11:00 AM
2:00pm Patrolled Smuggler Mtn Rd, 10th Mtn Trail, HC cut-off. Fielded questions about volunteer/poop fairy event on Smuggler. Moved small boulder off road on last switchback.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 3/27/2015 9:30 AM
aide volunteer cleanup on SMugg
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 3/27/2015 9:00 AM
11:00am Purchased and prepped supplies for Smuggler volunteer clean-up event.
839 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/26/2015 5:30 PM
Bruce Droste prev SMP owner called suspicious character. Man filming on 7 star; 2 riders, 1 runner,2 push scooters on trail also. Need another sign in middle of 7 star field just south of picture point pullout
1558 Rio Grande Trail Followed-up on issue 3/26/2015 12:00 PM
Replaced bollards and rolled boulders out of the way Stein > Emma. RGT is looking fine.
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 3/26/2015 10:30 AM
Met with Trustee
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 3/26/2015 9:30 AM
Network with SMVPD on future of ranger at Snowmass
839 Dart Conservation Easement Closed Area 3/26/2015 8:30 AM
Judy Royer cited for 2 dogs in closed area, warned for 2dogs at largec
839 Dart Conservation Easement Dog Offense 3/25/2015 4:30 PM
Jay Dart caught 2 dogs at large running between the elk herd and the deer herd on Dart OS. Offender is neighbor Judy Royer who is eligible for 2 x at large and 2 closed area
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Special Event 3/25/2015 9:00 AM
Met with BTC on extensive planning
839 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Signage 3/24/2015 3:00 PM
poop fairy installed
8135 Open Space & Trails Trails 3/24/2015 2:30 PM
3:30pm Prepped materials for 18 replacement ballards for COA crew to install along RGT. All in one labeled box in the lock up. Emptied trash. Fueled Big Blue. Charged Bosch portable drill battery.
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 3/24/2015 12:30 PM
canvassed Crystal Fly Shop
839 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/24/2015 12:00 PM
2 Mexican nationals on trail, walked past signs, educated and diverted
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/24/2015 11:45 AM
2:30pm Late rush today. Contacted owner of vehicle parked on Smuggler Mtn Rd above last residence and had vehicle removed.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/24/2015 11:15 AM
11:30am Patrolled above Stein on RGT. Chatted with family that temporarily let dog off leash to roll in the snow and walked back to the park with them while fielding questions about recent "poop flagging" newspaper article.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 3/24/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Bike patrolled RGT between Stein & Steven's St access. Checked out section of soft surface RGT identified by BG - power pole installation appears not have damaged the trail.
839 Open Space & Trails Signage 3/24/2015 10:00 AM
photoed and sent to boulder the kiln signs at Thomasville
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 3/23/2015 11:00 AM
2:00pm Dropped off lost & found keys at APD key box.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Nordic 3/23/2015 8:00 AM
9:00am Returned rented XC skis to XC center.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 3/23/2015 8:00 AM
11:00am Poop flag fest 2015!
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 3/22/2015 3:00 PM
4:00pm Started Maley 3-22-15 report.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Penalty Assessment 3/22/2015 2:30 PM
2:30pm CITATION: Hillary Maley for DOL in RGT closure at Wheatley Gulch. Initially resistant, argumentative, and vulgar, eventually complied and provided ID. Stated that she would fight the citation. See report for more details.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/22/2015 2:00 PM
2:00pm No trespass observed on BC. One friendly panhandler at BC-82 intersection.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 3/22/2015 1:00 PM
1:00pm Patrolled upper HC and BLM lot.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/22/2015 11:00 AM
1:00pm Spoke with "Yasmin" - she wants to petition OSTB & BOCC for a winter vehicle closure on upper Smuggler Mtn Rd. She knows JA and I gave her his card to follow up. On a related note, I encountered a pickup truck and a dirt bike (older white 250-series model) on the road at noon - they drove up top and turned around at the obs deck. (Vehicles can get around the boulders with some finesse).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/22/2015 8:30 AM
9:00am Verbal Warning: Margo Manhattan and Gabriel Greeves for one DOL (German shepherd & golden doodle, respectively) a piece on RGT near Grinley Bridge.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Bicycle Action 3/22/2015 8:30 AM
10:00am Bike patrolled RGT above and below Stein. Still icy below Stein. Swept up gravel hazard on RGT underneath Slaughterhouse Bridge.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 3/21/2015 3:30 PM
4:00 Completed Ranger Mobile and Compliance paperwork from today.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Signage 3/21/2015 3:00 PM
3:00pm OST Sky Mtn Park closure sign on Hidden Valley Cemetery access road has been knocked over and put in the ditch (there were footprints in area and a tire track on the sign itself). Snow berm on road is melted out. Village of Snowmass closure signage has been removed. "Muddy trail" signs have been posted at Highline accesses. I removed OST sign for reposting elsewhere - will consult JA.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Signage 3/21/2015 3:00 PM
3:10pm Village of Snowmass "muddy trail" signage is posted at bottom of Viewline - this may mislead people into thinking Sky Mtn Park is open?
8135 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 3/21/2015 3:00 PM
3:30pm No trespass observed on BC. BC-Highway 82 underpass is clean apart from a few beer cans - no one is living there.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 3/21/2015 1:30 PM
1:50pm Verbal Warning: Chris Miller for DOL (medium black mix dog) on HC by irrigation ditch. Very cooperative. Leashed dog upon request.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 3/21/2015 1:30 PM
2:15pm Verbal Warning: Taylor Barry and Mallory Yacullo for one DOL a piece on HC by lowest bridge. One of them explained that they were "oblivious." Very cooperative and leashed dog upon request. Busy on HC!
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 3/21/2015 1:30 PM
2:10pm Spoke with couple who let two dogs off-leash temporarily in irrigation ditch to play. Reiterated leash law.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 3/21/2015 11:00 AM
Busy day on Smuggler! 11:45pm Verbal Warning: Don Mayne (Aussie/Kiwi/Brit accent, Aspen) for small dog (shih tzu) out of V&S control and temporarily lost. Warned and reminded of coyotes.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 3/21/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Nordic needs to clean up their signs and signs - they are all crooked or fallen over and look sloppy. I did a temporary repair of the South Gate fence and got it standing upright again. No salt licks evident at JH/NSP site. Plenty of folks and dogs on EOA. Nothing new at Wildwood lot. Some ski tracks at JH.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 3/21/2015 10:30 AM
Can we just use the COA "Quest Treasure" box already installed near the landing zone at NSP for a pilot register? Was this the original purpose of the box?
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Bicycle Action 3/21/2015 9:30 AM
10:30am Bike patrol of RGT. Bike is working well thus far. Plenty of people out on the trail.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 3/21/2015 8:00 AM
8:45am Downloaded OC counter data to computer, uploaded to TRAFx Datanet, and updated counter maintenance sheet. Researched USFS-style sign-in boxes online for NSP landing area per JA's request. "Trailhead register box" seems to be the keyword on Google. Completed spring maintenance and safety check on smaller Mtn bike.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/20/2015 3:00 PM
3:00pm Verbal Warning: Isabella Garaffa for running in BC closure.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 3/20/2015 3:00 PM
3:30pm Checked historic squatter sites on Mills property Rim - no recent activity.
8135 Landfill Signage 3/20/2015 2:00 PM
Put away seasonal signage from Smuggler, returned traffic barrels from Upper Smuggler lot to R&B, and recycled OST's bin-o-batteries at the landfill.
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 3/20/2015 12:00 PM
OCT 2 snowshoers 1 skier, good skiing, broad driveway crossings, good to just east of W Bmilk rd
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 3/20/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Changed seasonal regs signage at Smuggler lot and Smuggler-Mascotte trail junction. Removed traffic barrels for season.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 3/20/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Educational contact with two woman about keeping dog in front of them on lower switchback. Owner had poop bagged and cooperated. 12:30pm Written Warning: Lily Turchi for dog (goldendoodle) way out of V&S control two switchbacks below owner on Smuggler Mtn Rd. I was about to take dog down to turn over to the pound.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/20/2015 11:00 AM
12:00pm Another boulder - this one about 1x3x1.5 feet in dimensions - fell on the last switchback of Smuggler Mtn Rd within eyesight of the first fallen boulder. 1:00pm Fielded questions from hut trippers about old peat mine and OST.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 3/20/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Four flying sport folks at landing site. Cleaned up trash at NSP observation deck lot. JH access is melted out - I expect more activity there soon. XC track is done with - when will Nordic pull up stakes and signage?
839 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 3/20/2015 10:00 AM
Crust skiers at James H (good!)Nordic will breakdown next week, asked them to repair bollards on RGT,
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 3/20/2015 9:30 AM
Broke down parking closure
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 3/20/2015 9:15 AM
10:30am Patrolled. Restocked leashes at Lower HC TH.
8135 Sunnyside Trail Parking 3/20/2015 9:00 AM
9:15am Disabled car has been removed from Sunnyside lot.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 3/20/2015 8:30 AM
9:00am Patrolled and refilled bags at Jaffee dogi pot.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 3/20/2015 8:00 AM
Chatted with JA. Coded receipt. Checked Passdown. Loaded batteries for dump. Sounds like we have a mouse in the Ranger Office.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 3/20/2015 8:00 AM
Chelsea Dillon lack of sight control, small BLM lab
839 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 3/19/2015 1:00 PM
Nordic washed out
839 Open Space Properties Penalty Assessment 3/19/2015 9:00 AM
Title 12 revision
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 3/18/2015 3:00 PM
Canvassed 3 fishing shops
839 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/18/2015 2:00 PM
Young man walking in closed area, walked past signs, directed off
8135 Owl Creek Trail Counters 3/17/2015 2:00 PM
4:00pm Patrolled OC Nordic - super slushy. Melted out section at divide. Some happy folks out there still. Changed batteries and harvested data from OC counter.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Resource Damage 3/17/2015 12:30 PM
Contacted two landowners along RGT moss affected by beaver damage
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 3/17/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Pink-tagged white Chevy Traverse LT (CO: 175-QNZ) possibly stuck on first switchback of Smuggler Mtn Rd - guy from Smuggler Mine said vehicle had been here for a few hours. 11:45am Contacted owner - she didn't know her car had 4WD... Turned it on and she got out fine.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/17/2015 11:00 AM
12:30pm Found a 3x3x2.5 foot boulder on the last switchback on Smuggler Mtn Rd - will require rock bar and a couple people or a machine to move.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 3/17/2015 11:00 AM
1:30pm Tagged poop bags on Smuggler from top down until I ran out of tags.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 3/17/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Found and rehabbed fire ring at NSP beach. Fire was built atop snowpack and made of cut logs from off-site. No trash. Foot prints around site do not look recent. Post-holed thigh deep in willows.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 3/17/2015 10:30 AM
11:30am Educational Contact: handed out leash to (Deputy) Jason and his old lab on EOA. Also, noticed a rope swing on a tree by the Stillwater Bridge - has that always been there?
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 3/17/2015 9:00 AM
9:00am Found broken down Corolla CE (CO Temp: 003227H) in Sunnyside lot - note in window from 3-16-16 says car will be towed "ASAP" and "sorry" - owner contact # 720-937-7212. 9:15am I called owner (Monique Wagner of Woody Creek) - she said she would get it out in two days. I explained no overnight parking rule, gave her another 24hrs to move the car, and asked her to call our office with an update. Monique seemed OK with 24hrs timeline.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 3/17/2015 9:00 AM
10:20am Chatted with a woman walking a ferret on leash near Slaughterhouse Bridge. That's something new.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 3/17/2015 8:00 AM
Finished paperwork. Checked PitCo dump website for info about disposing of batteries - we can only drop them off Wed-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm. I will make a dump run after my break on Friday.
8135 Open Space Properties Trails 3/16/2015 2:00 PM
Checked bags, leashes, etc. and emptied trash at Jaffee, HC, LW, Smuggler Upper & Lower, and AK dogi-pots.
8135 Open Space Properties Counters 3/16/2015 10:00 AM
Changed batteries on low-voltage counters, reset counters, and harvested recent data: EOA, BC, Basalt-Mass, RGT-Emma. Uploaded data to TRAFx Datanet and updated maintenance sheet.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 3/15/2015 3:30 PM
Finished Ranger Mobile paperwork and washed Big Blue.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 3/15/2015 2:30 PM
3:30pm Patrolled mid-RGT and looked for new rock slides above and below Arciero - it looks like I took care of the worst of it yesterday. Lots of bikers on the road, some on the trail. No dogs seen in closure.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 3/15/2015 12:30 PM
12:45pm Educational Contact with three people and one dog at HC-USFS boundary who were letting the dog's leash drag on the ground. They claimed the leash only dragged for a short distance. I used my discretion to give them a group warning. I explained the potential $100 fine for DOL - "a leash on the ground does not count" - and the V&S policy for Smuggler & USFS. Very cooperative.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/15/2015 11:30 AM
12:30pm Very busy on Smuggler! Chatted with some hut trippers en route to Benedict Huts. One didn't even have snowshoes or skis... But this might just be the winter for that kind of hut trip.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/15/2015 9:30 AM
9:45am Verbal Warning: Ginger Garske for DOL (hound) on RGT near Cemetery Lane. Had bags and leash. Very cooperative. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/15/2015 9:30 AM
Verbal Warning: Barb Yocun for DOL ("Crash" - yellow lab) on RGT between Stein and Meadows Bridge. Barb claimed "Laurie" from Snowmass Village told her walking a dog off-leash with a shock collar was OK. I explained Snowmass trails are a different jurisdiction and directed her to local V&S trails. First warning.
8135 Open Space & Trails Counters 3/15/2015 8:00 AM
8:30am Downloaded harvested data to computer and TRAFx Datanet. Read manual instructions. Checked out winter data trends and e-mailed graph to JA. Trail counter training pretty much done.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 3/14/2015 3:30 PM
Started Edelman 3-14-15 Report. Finished Ranger Mobile paperwork.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 3/14/2015 2:00 PM
3:30pm Patrolled mid-RGT. No dogs seen in closure. Swept small rock slide off trail upvalley of Arciero TH below red cliffs. Fielded questions from trail user about lions, coyotes, and bears (oh my!). Road biker says thank you, OST, for sweeping.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Counters 3/14/2015 12:00 PM
1:00pm Harvested data from Smuggler counter. Batteries - OK.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 3/14/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Chatted with family about XC trails open to dogs that are still holding snow. Recommended Pitkin Outside app and Aspen Nordic Council hotline.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Penalty Assessment 3/14/2015 11:30 AM
11:30am CITATION: Megan Edelman for DOL while walking on NSP XC Track. Cooperative, but unhappy. See report for details.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Counters 3/14/2015 11:00 AM
11:00am Harvested data from HC counter. Batteries - OK.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Counters 3/14/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Harvested data from Duffy's Wiggles counter. Batteries - OK. Fielded questions from hiker about trail counters and RFTA rail-banking issue.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 3/14/2015 8:00 AM
Posted OST Summer Ranger job listing to Udall Scholar listserv and researched requirements for posting to NOLS/WMI Alumni jobs listserv - waiting on JA's approval.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/12/2015 11:30 AM
1:00pm Chatted with hut trippers on 10th Mtn Trail about route to Benedict Huts - one snowshoer looked very tired and ready to be done.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 3/12/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Removed bamboo poles from melted out South Gate fence line.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/12/2015 9:00 AM
10:00am Verbal Warning: Myles Donavon for two DOL (yellow, golden) on COA Music Tent trail near Meadows Bridge. Cooperated and leashed dogs upon request. Claimed not to know leash law for Music Tent - I explained wildlife rationale for leash rule in riparian areas and he agreed with me. Update: I initially could not find Myles in RM - this is his Second Warning. Next it's a written or citation.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/12/2015 9:00 AM
10:30am Educational Contact with man with DOL leaving Stein lot - cooperated and leashed dog upon request.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 3/10/2015 3:30 PM
Finished Ranger Mobile and enforcement paperwork.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 3/10/2015 3:00 PM
3:30pm AK is very muddy and quiet. Dogi-pot and port-a-john OK.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 3/10/2015 2:00 PM
2:45pm Spoke with five dog owners - all on leash - on RGT near BHS. All leashed before entering RGT.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 3/10/2015 2:00 PM
3:00pm Emma Schoolhouse lot was almost full - is there an event on Tuesday afternoons? No vehicles here that I recall tagging before. At least one vehicle belongs to an RGT biker.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/10/2015 11:30 AM
12:30pm Educational Contact: Urged large man in jeans with tired girlfriend in tow to consider HC or 10th Mtn loops instead of Warren Lakes - his intended destination.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 3/10/2015 11:30 AM
1:30pm Verbal Warning: Lady Fuller for 1 of 3 dogs (two Bernese, one Aussie) out of V&S control on Smuggler below second residence. Cooperative - first warning. 1:35pm Verbal Warning: Sue Hostetler for one dog (small curly haired dog) out of V&S control on Smuggler below second residence. Cooperative - with many questions about coyotes. First warning.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/10/2015 11:30 AM
2:00pm Met Rita from Dispatch on Smuggler. Soon after, I spotted a coyote running down Park Circle road.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 3/10/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Groomers out on NSP XC track.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/10/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Contacted a party with a truck on BC - the truck belongs to Rob - manager of Cozy Pt Ranch - and Manuel with COA. They were shutting off a head gate. Sawhorse is still in place. NOTE: For winter access, enter BC from shoulder of 82 to avoid deep rotten snow.
8135 Jaffee Park Trails 3/10/2015 9:00 AM
9:30am Replaced bags at Steven's Drive dogi-pot. NOTE: We should add a dogs must be leashed sign at the first Steven's Drive access.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 3/10/2015 8:00 AM
8:00am Checked on a low flying hot air balloon over Sky Mtn Park near BC. Balloon flew well below the ridge line, maybe within 50 ft of the meadows, but did not land.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Signage 3/10/2015 8:00 AM
9:00am Updated signage at BC bridge with correct date - did not walk on snow to avoid attractive nuisance. Some older footprints and bike tracks evident on BC. Truck tire tracks drive up BC for a few hundred feet from access near 82.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 3/08/2015 12:30 PM
2 dogs off leash east of BHS , Fined Morgan Lambert for one dog
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 3/07/2015 3:00 PM
2fst bikes trespass on Moore and more, intercepted 2 Euros on rentals, warned and spoke with Ute City Bikes
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 3/07/2015 2:00 PM
OCT patrol quiet, Tom Blake lot cleaned up, plow mess led to manhole for apparent Maint work
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 3/07/2015 1:00 PM
Spoke to numerous sight control offenders
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 3/06/2015 3:45 PM
Finished RM paperwork, Timesheet, and Lost & Found SOPs.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Nordic 3/06/2015 3:00 PM
No evidence visible of a snowmobile trespass on Owl Creek trail or adjacent meadow (from WB or any other area). No new trespasses evident on BC, apart from a short set of footprints along BC road.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 3/06/2015 2:30 PM
3:00pm Spotted a new, single set of winding ski tracks descending from the easternmost of the three gulches on NSP into the meadow. Ski tracks may be on private property.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Meeting/Planning 3/06/2015 1:30 PM
Talked to hikers who want BOCC to close Smuggler Mtn Rd to cars in the winter. They say it's a hazard that "messes up the road for everybody."
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 3/06/2015 1:30 PM
1:45pm Restocked leashes at upper HC kiosk.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 3/06/2015 12:00 PM
12:15pm Encountered High Country Engineering surveyor on Smuggler Mtn Rd. (He got his truck out after it broke down yesterday). HCE is doing a property boundary survey for Smuggler Mine.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 3/06/2015 12:00 PM
12:30pm Verbal Warning: Becky Henry for two of three dogs out of V&S control on Smuggler Mtn Rd below pullout - cooperative. First warning.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 3/06/2015 12:00 PM
12:40pm "Squatter camp" all cleaned up by Z. Willson.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 3/06/2015 11:45 AM
Dropped off folder for JA at Finances.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Closed Area 3/06/2015 11:30 AM
11:45am Documented snowmobile tracks that start in Stein lot and travel up the shoulder of the RGT, turn around at Shady Lane (without leaving the shoulder of the trail), and continue back down the RGT past Stein for an unknown distance (tracks do not reach Jaffee). The tracks cross areas of mud, travel partway across Meadows Bridge, and show no evidence of grooming - this is likely a trespass and not related to COA Nordic. I did not see anywhere where the tracks led to a residence; it appears the snowmobile was trailered in to Stein lot. E-mailed JA. See photos.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 3/06/2015 9:00 AM
10:00am Patrolled Arciero and up on RGT to Jaffee lot - no sign of dogs in closure area.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Closed Area 3/06/2015 9:00 AM
9:30am Overheard call from Dispatch to a deputy about an RP complaint of snowmobile trespass from West Buttermilk across Owl Cree on night of 3/5/15. Unclear from call where or on what property specifically this trespass took place.
8135 Open Space & Trails Illegal Camping 3/06/2015 8:30 AM
9:00am Updated and closed Illegal Camping on Smuggler OS report.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/05/2015 1:00 PM
1:50pm Warned sledder sledding face down Smuggler Mtn Rd to stay in control and mentioned recent instance of a sledder being bitten by a dog - cooperated.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 3/05/2015 1:00 PM
2:00pm I encountered two high school age girls carrying sleeping bags on Smuggler Mtn Rd near the pink-tagged campsite. One asked if I was a ranger and wanted me to know the hammock at the site belongs to a friend who will come get his property "soon." I reminded them that camping on Open Space is prohibited and that the tag said to remove all property from the site within 48hrs, a deadline that ends today. 3:30pm Verbal Warning: Zach Willson for illegal camping (leaving property over night on Open Space). High schooler - left hammock and sleeping bags on Smuggler for a few days. Nice kid and cooperative. Took down information and made sure he would pack items out today. Zach claimed he did not sleep at the site overnight, make a fire, or leave trash.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/05/2015 1:00 PM
4:00pm Contacted owner of disabled vehicle on Smuggler Mtn Rd - gave him my card if he can't move vehicle today. He was hoping for a tow.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 3/05/2015 8:00 AM
OSTB Meeting - revised 12 Code
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 3/04/2015 3:45 PM
4:30pm Started Draft SOPs for Squatter Camps. Started Draft SOPs for Found Items. Finished RM paperwork.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Resource Damage 3/04/2015 3:15 PM
3:30pm Piece of heavy machinery was evidently driven from Tom Blake lot roughly up the summer OC trail to the road near the pass. Very deep ruts and possible resource damage evident below Pitkin County line. Lot is in very rough shape. See photos.
8135 Sheriff's Office Trails 3/04/2015 3:00 PM
3:15pm Dropped off found item at APD. Gave details to APD officer.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 3/04/2015 2:30 PM
2:45pm Contacted two backcountry skiers hiking into BLM lot - one Aspen Alpine Guides staff and a client. They did not lose Avy gear. I told them to send folks to APD if they are missing a probe. Probe likely belongs to Paragon Guides.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 3/04/2015 1:00 PM
2:00pm Overheard call from Dispatch to 61 - motorist tried to drive up Smuggler and got stuck 1.5 miles up. 2:20pm Professional tow required.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 3/04/2015 12:00 PM
12:00pm Noticed Paragon Guides company vehicle at HC BLM - evidently parked overnight for hut trip. Does PG need permit to cross OST to access USFS huts?
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 3/04/2015 12:00 PM
12:10pm Found Black Diamond Avy probe on trail from BLM lot to HC. Could not find skiers in area. Followed up with Dispatch - I will turn in to SO/APD lost & found.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 3/04/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Shoveled upper Smuggler lot kiosk and kept eye out in lot for V&S control.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 3/04/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am NSP is looking great. No sign of new trespass. Shoveled out staircase between lot and EOA.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 3/03/2015 3:30 PM
4:00pm Completed Aspen Productions monitor report and Smuggler squatters report. Finished RM paperwork.
8135 Jaffee Park Special Event 3/03/2015 3:00 PM
3:30pm Followed up on Aspen Productions event at Jaffee boat ramp - all cleaned up. 3:10pm Called in road hazard on 82 - bag of metal pipes in road - to Dispatch. 75 responded.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 3/03/2015 1:45 PM
2:30pm Restocked bags at upper Smuggler lot kiosk.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Illegal Camping 3/03/2015 1:45 PM
1:45pm Discovered campsite on Smuggler at blocked off pullout (that is posted with a No Camping sign). Site consists of hammock strung between two trees, two thin sleeping bags, and trees rigged with Christmas lights. An extension cord runs from the lights into the snow. More camp related items - such as a power source for the lights or a fire ring - are likely buried under the snow. One set of tracks buried in a few inches of snow led to the site from Smuggler Mtn Rd. Pink tagged for removal within 48 hours.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/03/2015 11:30 AM
1:00pm Chatted with Jim Morris on 10th Mtn Trail - he demonstrated good V&S control, kept his dog close at his side, and showed me he had a leash.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 3/01/2015 1:30 PM
Patrolled HC from BLM lot.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 3/01/2015 12:30 PM
1:30pm Completed event monitoring report. Completed RM paperwork. Disposed of trash from NSP.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 3/01/2015 11:30 AM
11:30am Shoveled out upper Smug lot kiosk and patrolled.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 3/01/2015 10:30 AM
10:05am Overheard call to Dispatch from APD - large Norwegian ridge back with blue collar may have run away from them and up Smuggler. Owner is not in RM - he is looking for the dog now. Dog found at 11:00am.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 3/01/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Discovered recent ski tracks exiting woods into NSP closed area on westernmost alluvial fan. Tracks leave woods and travel west. Unclear from NSP whether the skier continued west towards Preserve subdivision or double back - hard to spot tracks in snow indicate they might have turned west when they came to the river. As these tracks descended from Walsh's and I only saw one set, I do not think they are from yesterday's out of bound skiers.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 3/01/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Discovered possible baiting or dumping at NSP observation deck lot - 5-10 pounds of dog food is heaped in the far corner of the lot and has attracted many birds and one coyote. Shoveled into bag and removed as much as I could.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 3/01/2015 9:30 AM
9:30am Educational contact with couple in Stein lot who let dog out of car off leash and parked blocking access to trail from lot - cooperative, but decided to leave after speaking with me.
8135 Jaffee Park Special Event 3/01/2015 8:45 AM
9:00am Met with Jere Long and inspected photo shoot - all seems to follow the permit and is well signed. Jere will call me if he has questions or needs something from OST. See monitoring report for more details.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 3/01/2015 8:00 AM
Printed and read over Aspen Productions permit for Subaru photo shoot. Reviewed monitoring form. Reset calendar for new month.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 2/28/2015 3:30 PM
4:00pm Looked for ski tracks on alluvial fans and closed NSP meadow - nothing obvious. Spoke with JA - we both think the skiers skied down east of NSP and crossed at McFarlane Gulch bridge.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Closed Area 2/28/2015 2:00 PM
3:10pm Overheard Deputy 15 call Dispatch that he was in contact with two out of bounds skiers at Mile 45 on 82. I followed up with 15 via phone; he gave me the skier' names and numbers if I wanted to follow up: Jared Feder 303-246-6932. Anthony Poremba 303-319-8295. The skiers told 15 they left the ski area, skied down, and followed the bottom of the ridge to a bridge. 15 did not know exactly where the skiers crossed and had not investigated, but he thought it was possible they could have entered NSP. 15 gave their info to Ski Patrol.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 2/28/2015 1:45 PM
2:00pm Used binoculars to look for out of bounds skier/boarder on alluvial fans at the base of the gulches in NSP closed area. No evidence of skiers entering meadow.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/28/2015 11:15 AM
12:00pm Spoke with friend of "Audrey" - a prospective applicant for summer ranger job - passed along JA's card and told her to look for the job in mid-March.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Closed Area 2/28/2015 11:15 AM
12:10pm Overheard call from Ski Patrol to SO regarding tracks for a snowboarder out of bounds below Walsh's - 05 responded - in the past these folks have popped out illegally at NSP.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 2/28/2015 11:15 AM
1:20pm Encountered Marco Cingolani pushing the limits of V&S control on Smuggler Mtn Rd - he kept his dog running at his side after speaking with me. 1:30pm Educational Contact with woman leaving upper Smuggler lot with dog lagging behind her - kept dog in front after I explained V&S rules.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Dog Offense 2/28/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Educational Contact - contacted dog owner on EOA trail near NSP observation deck. I had seen a DOL in the lot near an open car door when I passed by on the road. When I came back the dog was on leash on EOA. The owner stated he just arrived with his family and had not yet gone out on the XC track. I explained NSP and EOA dog regs - owner was friendly and cooperative. No solid evidence dog ever left lot while off leash or entered Preserve.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 2/28/2015 9:00 AM
9:10am No new snow dumped on RGT at Raceway, but it does appear the ballard on the downhill side of the trail junction was broken by the vehicle that initially dumped the snow. All's well on Steven's Drive as well.
8135 Jaffee Park Special Event 2/28/2015 8:30 AM
9:00am No new plowing evident at Jaffee boat ramp for photo shoot. I'll be back tomorrow to monitor event or earlier if I get a call from the organizer.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/27/2015 3:00 PM
NSP is skiing great. Contacted happy folks on the track.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Special Event 2/27/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Came across AVLT forestry op on upper HC - confirmed with JA that all is authorized. No real impact to trail. Two large trees and other smaller trees removed and winched over fence to mini-ex and chipper.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 2/27/2015 12:00 PM
12:00pm Pink-tagged terrible parking job - white Toyota Landcruiser (CO: ZAJ7963 - with expired tags) parked on top of one of our traffic barrels in upper Smuggler lot. Shoveled out upper kiosk.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/27/2015 12:00 PM
12:30pm Educational Contact - fielded questions from hiker about sledding rules. A reckless sledder ran into her and her dog. No incident report taken or requested. I informed the hiker that sledder must stay in control per OST regs.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 2/27/2015 10:00 AM
10:00am Extra MRI port-a-john has been moved. Boat ramp is prepped for Subaru photo shoot.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 2/27/2015 9:30 AM
9:00am Courtesy follow-up call to Patrick Porsche regarding 2/18/15 Citation #1715. Left voicemail after two calls.
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 2/26/2015 11:30 AM
Added outreach sign
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/26/2015 10:30 AM
Followup on OCT meet
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 2/26/2015 9:30 AM
Elk on RGT by Meadows Bridge
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/25/2015 1:00 PM
Meeting w/ oct Sunny ranch mgrs
839 Jaffee Park Parking 2/25/2015 12:00 PM
MRI is storing a second porta pot at Jaffe for their convenience. Alerted Bill
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 2/25/2015 9:00 AM
Permit reviews/ commercial uses reviews
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 2/24/2015 4:00 PM
Cpr/aed testing
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 2/24/2015 3:30 PM
Wrapped up paperwork for the week. Today's my Friday!
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 2/24/2015 2:00 PM
3:30pm Patrolled AK. My radio (on Red Mtn Dwn) starts failing to make a connection within 100-200 vertical feet of the trailhead and quickly becomes useless further up.
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/24/2015 2:00 PM
Ranch mgr drove atv on .5 k of owl ck trail on Sunny Ranch, ruined fresh groomage to install motion camera
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Parking 2/24/2015 1:30 PM
1:50pm Not much going on above or below BHS on RGT. At Emma Schoolhouse, tagged F350 is gone, but a silver STX F150 (CO: 357-XQA, name tag visible through window says C. Johnson) is parked in the lot. I'm going to keep my eye on it to make sure it's not staying overnight.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 2/24/2015 1:30 PM
2:00pm Attempted to contact a man running upvalley on RGT towards Emma Rd. with DOL (Golden). I pulled my truck over the ballard and onto the RGT upvalley of Emma Rd. When the runner saw me, he stopped abruptly, grabbed his dog, and sprinted into the neighborhood west of Emma Schoolhouse. I did not feel it would be justified to further pursue the contact.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Closed Area 2/24/2015 1:00 PM
1:00pm Saw fresh tracks from two snowboarders who descended a clearing on Burlingame Ranch OS - other tracks indicate they may have hiked up the back. No trespassers observed on OC XC trail - it's looking great! No sign of recent trespass on BC or SMP.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 2/24/2015 12:15 PM
PitCo Employee Appreciation Luncheon
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/24/2015 11:00 AM
11:00am Educational Contact with party of hut trippers in Smuggler lot - advised them on parking and route. Handed out Pitkin Outside card.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/24/2015 10:30 AM
11:00am Found recent dog and walker footprints on entire length of NSP XC track - it looks like they likely entered from Preserve neighborhood access and passed our biggest regs sign.
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 2/24/2015 10:30 AM
Fishing guides permitting
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 2/24/2015 9:00 AM
9:15am Stein lot has been plowed.
8135 Jaffee Park Resource Damage 2/24/2015 8:30 AM
9:00am Checked on Raceway Drive RGT snow dump. I think recent snowfall will make it harder for their truck to drive back down the RGT to dump more snow - maybe they will get stuck? - but we should keep an eye out. The dump site is 40-50 feet down the trail, so they definitely operated a vehicle illegally on the RGT.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 2/23/2015 3:00 PM
3:00pm Attended OST Staff Meeting
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Special Event 2/23/2015 1:30 PM
3:00pm Changed RGT MGMT Plan signage on Upper, Middle, Lower RGT. Completed Ranger Mobile paperwork.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/23/2015 1:00 PM
1:15pm Educational Contact with man on COA sidewalk about to enter RGT with DOL - leashed dog upon request. Dog looked like the mascot from COA Parking?
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 2/23/2015 1:00 PM
1:30pm Stein lot needs a plow badly. 1:45pm Replaced bags at WC dogi-pot.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/23/2015 11:30 AM
1:00pm Patrolled Smuggler and shoveled out upper lot kiosk.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 2/23/2015 11:00 AM
11:30am Met with Lindsey and Janet about changes to RGT MGMT Plan signage and Pitkin Outside App. I recommended ordering more Pitkin Outside cards and adding dog regulations to the App. The new edition will include Voice & Sight Control Off-Leash Area and On-Leash Only as searchable fields for local trails.
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 2/23/2015 10:30 AM
10:45pm Educational Contact in Jaffee lot with man with two DOL - he decided to round up dogs and leave.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 2/22/2015 3:45 PM
Too wet out to apply "Ranger" decal to Tacoma. Read new NSP MGMT plan document. The drafted plan seems quite comprehensive and hits on good points. (I too am concerned about the possible effects of the water features being built downstream in the North Star subdivision on NSP hydrology). However, there is a lot of talk in there about engineering solutions to "reverse" or alter current trends in Roaring Fork hydrology. According to the study, some of these problems were caused by the transmountain diversion, but I feel it is possible to over-engineer. Proposed low-head weirs and other in-stream features could pose a hazard or at least an inconvenience to boaters. It is nice to see that our current management practices limiting dog & human access to the Preserve are justified. I wonder what the scientists would say about all of our tubing visitors?
8135 Open Space & Trails Trails 2/22/2015 3:45 PM
3:45pm Overheard call on Red Mtn about loose cows near BHS and Southside Drive - Basalt 315 responded.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 2/22/2015 3:00 PM
3:30pm Revised Porsche report and sent to JA for approval. Entered new compliance info into Ranger Mobile.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Closed Area 2/22/2015 2:30 PM
Drove the OC-BC loop. XC track is looking good and no new trespasses on BC since the snow fell.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 2/22/2015 1:00 PM
Patrolled from BLM lot up to Smuggler observation deck & summit kiosk, and then down via 10th Mtn Trail.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Accident/Rescue 2/22/2015 12:00 PM
(Information) 12:30pm Chatted with party of hut trippers coming down from Benedict Huts - the SAR on 2/21/15 was for their friend who got AMS and had to be evac'd by MRA snowmobile. He flew in from California and couldn't adjust to the altitude at the hut.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 2/22/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Observed a tracked ATV being unloaded from a silver pickup at uppermost BLM lot - likely on SO Comms business.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 2/22/2015 11:30 AM
11:30am Educational Contact: advised hut trippers in BLM lot on parking for Benedict Huts.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 2/22/2015 11:30 AM
11:49am Written Warning: Barb Pitchford for DOL (white retriever) and out of eyesight on HC above Benedict Bridge. Claimed to not have see the multiple signs and leash kiosk. (Her footprints went right past them). Second warning - first for strictly DOL.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/22/2015 10:30 AM
10:45am NSP XC track has been resurrected! Saw a handful of happy skiers on the track. South Gate could use a plow soon. Fence at South Gate has taken a good beating and sections will need to be repaired come Spring.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 2/21/2015 3:45 PM
Finished PORSCHE 2-18-15 report and Timesheet.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 2/21/2015 3:00 PM
3:45pm Checked AK dogi pot, bags, and port-a-john - all OK. Patrolled. All quiet and snowy.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Signage 2/21/2015 2:00 PM
3:00pm Posted closure sign at BHS Bike Park and closed open ranch gate at access point. Patrolled RGT Zero Tolerance Area.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/21/2015 11:15 AM
12:00pm Pink-tagged snowmobile has been removed from top of Smuggler. 1:30pm Spoke with a hiker who claims to have seen big lion tracks on Smuggler.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 2/21/2015 11:15 AM
1:45pm Dogs (pit mix and chocolate lab) from cabin by lower Smug lot are at large daily. Not on open space; we would need SO or APD to help with that.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Accident/Rescue 2/21/2015 11:15 AM
1:30pm Overheard call on Red Mtn about SAR incident at Benedict Huts. 501 and 50 set up an incident.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/21/2015 10:45 AM
NSP Nordic is looking better!
8135 Open Space & Trails Signage 2/21/2015 8:30 AM
Prepped signage for Bike Park and BC (for later day).
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 2/20/2015 3:45 PM
4:00 Wrapped up RM paperwork. Checked out new draft of NSP MGMT plan sent by GT.
8135 Lani White Trail Trails 2/20/2015 3:30 PM
3:30pm Checked LW leashes and dogi pot - OK. Patrolled.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 2/20/2015 2:45 PM
3:30pm Checked HC leashes and dogi pot - OK. Patrolled.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/20/2015 2:00 PM
2:00pm Called Lindsey Utter back - she has a plan to change RGT MGMT signage and will update me next week.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 2/20/2015 2:00 PM
2:00pm Patrick Porsche has moved his truck and trailer from upper Smuggler lot - no ticket needed. Smuggler is empty due to snow squall. Checked dogi pot - OK.
8135 Open Space Properties Trails 2/20/2015 8:00 AM
Patrolled Glassier and down valley props with JA.
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/19/2015 2:00 PM
encountered walker on OCT, was ranch mgr,had very productive chat, will meet w/him and Nordic guys
839 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 2/19/2015 1:00 PM
Checked SMP for tracks, nothing fresh
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 2/18/2015 3:15 PM
Enforcement paperwork
8135 Owl Creek Trail Closed Area 2/18/2015 2:45 PM
2:45pm Written Warning: Tracy & Micky Hamberg for trespass on Owl Creek. Cooperated and left via Village of Snowmass property.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Closed Area 2/18/2015 2:45 PM
3:00pm Educational Contact with two tourists hiking down from Village of Snowmass portion of Highline trail to Tom Blake lot. They only hiked up until they reached snow below ridge line. I directed them to less snowy trails in Aspen on Pitkin Outside (and informed them that further up the area is closed).
8135 Sheriff's Office Mutual Aid 2/18/2015 2:30 PM
2:30pm Dropped off two found keys.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/18/2015 1:30 PM
1:40pm Contacted same snowmobiler on Smuggler Mtn Rd - with permission of SO - Deputy 12 and I directed him to park in the lot and finish shuttling gear (food, packs, snowboards) up to his friends at Benedict Huts. I think OST should speak to 10th Mtn Huts - the hut system opposes motor vehicles and dogs in or near their huts, and in the last two days I've seen both headed to Benedict Huts. Snowmobile shuttling doesn't seem to fit the hut ethic.
8135 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Penalty Assessment 2/18/2015 12:15 PM
12:10pm CITATION: Patrick Porsche for snowmobile on Smuggler-HC Cut-off. Patrick was shuttling gear to a group at the Benedict Huts (not commercial). Assisted by Deputy 12. Followed up with JA. See report for details.
8135 Hunter Creek Cutoff Trail Trails 2/18/2015 12:15 PM
1:00pm Spoke with president of upper Red Mtn Rd HOA. He complained of commercial dog walkers and non-handicap/senior parking in the uppermost HC lot.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 2/18/2015 11:15 AM
12:00pm Written Warning: James Morris for DOL (black medium sized dog with curly hair) on HC above Benedict Bridge. Very nice, but knows law. Leashed dog upon request. Second Warning (for leash law).
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/18/2015 10:45 AM
11:15am NSP looks much better after our little snow. EOA trail is getting a fair bit of foot traffic and is well packed out in areas. Checked salt block site - no recent activity.
8135 Open Space Properties Trails 2/18/2015 10:30 AM
10:30am Restocked bags at ABC trail per Janet's request (it's a COA bag dispenser; Bill said COA should deal with it).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/18/2015 9:00 AM
10:00am Verbal Warning: Neil Cassel for DOL (golden retriever "Gus") at lower Stein Park junction with RGT. Cooperated and leashed dog upon request. First Warning.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 2/18/2015 8:00 AM
8:00am Caught up with Bill - he couldn't get a flight out to the tropics.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 2/17/2015 2:45 PM
3:15pm Emptied AK dogi-pot, checked bags, and checked port-a-john. Trail is still very muddy - no surprise.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 2/17/2015 2:00 PM
2:00pm Checked lower HC bags, leashes, and dogi-pot - all OK. 2:45pm Cleaned up after another gross party at HC BLM lot - 40oz bottles and other classy junk.
8135 Lani White Trail Trails 2/17/2015 1:45 PM
Checked LW bags and dogi-pot.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 2/17/2015 11:15 AM
12:10pm Found snowmobile ("Ski-doo Summit Sun" model. Registration: #7083P) parked near Smuggler Counter - no footprints on sled runners or near machine since before snowfall. Likely broken down. Followed up with JA and pink-tagged. 1:45pm Checked Smuggler bags & dogi-pot - OK.
8135 Open Space Properties Signage 2/17/2015 11:00 AM
11:15am Picked up signage/stickers from Reprographics.
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 2/16/2015 3:30 PM
BTC tour application refused
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 2/16/2015 1:30 PM
Smuggs and Lani harvested, need to monitor bags at both, Griggers gone for one week.
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/16/2015 12:00 PM
golf course still limited grooming, no continuity left except practice loop, shop remains open
839 Owl Creek Trail Nordic 2/16/2015 10:00 AM
trail decent, driveway crossings poor, melted sections going through Buttermilk
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 2/15/2015 2:30 PM
3:00pm AK is a muddy, icy mess. Hikers kept dogs in V&S control.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 2/15/2015 1:30 PM
2:30pm RGT XC track is totally melted out at BHS, but even in the wind there were five cars of hikers out on the trail.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/15/2015 10:30 AM
10:45am Checked signage at West Buttermilk Owl Creek access - trespassing party from yesterday claimed it was not posted (it is - three signs on the access from the west side of the road state "no walking" on groomed track). 11:00am Big turnout for OC Chase.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/15/2015 9:00 AM
10:15am Educational contact with family leaving Stein lot with DOL - leashed dog upon request before continuing up RGT.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/15/2015 9:00 AM
9:25am Observed DOL on COA Meadowlands OS from RGT. Dog and owner were gone when I hiked over to make contact. Patrolled COA Music Tent trail for DOL - very icy!
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 2/15/2015 8:30 AM
8:45am (RGT) Verbal Warning: Robin Pfautz for DOL (medium light brown dog) on RGT along Steven's Drive. I watched Robin jog onto the RGT from the Steven's Drive neighborhood with a DOL and I contacted her near the dogi-pot above the liaison trail. I asked Robin if she had a leash and explained that the RGT was a leash mandatory trail. Robin leashed her dog while we talked, but refused to identify herself and stated, "I am not giving you my name. I know you are going to put it into your system. Why are you being so rude. Why do you need my name?" Robin also stated that she was "very pregnant," which I understood as her explanation for not leashing her dog. I calmly explained again that she was on the RGT with a DOL, and I would like to know her name, so that I could check to see if we had spoken with her before. Robin refused again. I asked her if she would like me to speak with the deputy (Deputy 12) who I had seen minutes before parked in the Jaffee lot. Robin identified herself, I thanked her, and she hiked off down the trail. First warning.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 2/15/2015 8:00 AM
Read Owl Creek Chase permit info on Special Events calendar, reviewed new route info on AVNC website, and checked starting time.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 2/14/2015 3:00 PM
3:00pm Overheard call on dispatch regarding parking question about Smuggler Mtn Rd - it sounds like Deputy 57 set them straight. 3:30 Cleaned up trash from a party in HC BLM lot.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 2/14/2015 2:15 PM
2:30pm Contacted snowshoers walking on XC track, asked them to walk on the inside of the groomed track - they complied and then decided to snowshoe on JH. 2:40pm Contacted family starting to walk on to NSP XC track - explained rule and they complied.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 2/14/2015 1:00 PM
1:47pm Moved boulder off HC at Benedict Bridge. 1:55pm Contacted hiker walking unsteadily at bridge above staircase on HC - I initially suspected that he was intoxicated; I contacted him, and asked how he was doing - he seemed articulate and normal and stated that he was doing fine.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Closed Area 2/14/2015 11:30 AM
11:15am Contacted nine walkers on Owl Creek trail - a few locals and many out-of-town friends - who walked all the way from West Buttermilk. I explained the no walkers policy and the need to work with and accommodate the private landowners who own most of the OC land. I initially saw two walkers and planned on gathering their information for a written warning. The situation was too chaotic to gather all nine names. The group was initially argumentative, but became cooperative when I explained the situation. They initially argued that there were no signs posted at WB, but later stated that they may have not seen them because they were busy talking. I told them they could not continue back on the trail. They complied, called a friend in Snowmass for a ride, and quickly departed. Two XC skiers who watched the contact thanked me for enforcing the rules. I followed up with JA - we will request bigger signs from AVNC next year.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Special Event 2/14/2015 11:00 AM
Checked out Jr XC "Owl Creek Chase" race at Aspen HS - all seems fine and orderly. OC Chase takes place on Aspen side of OC Pass this year. Adult race is tomorrow.
8135 Gold Butte Open Space Trails 2/14/2015 10:30 AM
10:30am Gold Butte crags look dry and ready to climb - some footprints up here from climbers already, much elk sign. Climber access trail stone stairs could use some work - some steps are loose.
8135 Sunnyside Trail Trails 2/14/2015 10:00 AM
10:00am Rolled boulder out of the middle of Sunnyside trail.
8135 Sunnyside Trail Dog Offense 2/14/2015 10:00 AM
10:01am Verbal Warning: Anne Uhlfelder for two DOL (Erdales) on Sunnyside - stated that she did not know leash rule changed from upper (USFS) to lower Sunnyside. Very cooperative. 10:30am I observed a fair bit of activity on Sunnyside, including dogs off leash in the lot as owners prepared to hike the upper USFS trail. We should patrol here more often.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 2/14/2015 8:00 AM
8:00am Staked out Shady Lane for John's DOL biker. No show. Then patrolled down RGT to Stein and below.
8135 Arciero Trailhead Trails 2/13/2015 3:00 PM
Plenty of fly fishing folks at Arciero River Access - they thought I was DoW and went for their fishing licenses. No dogs.
839 Open Space & Trails Trails 2/13/2015 2:30 PM
Trail counters session with RFTA
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/13/2015 2:00 PM
Spoke to Bruce Etkin who will keep his dogs inside during ski races this weekend
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/13/2015 1:00 PM
Spoke with Paul Williams at Stapleton Sports, they are not renting ATVs til summer and they only access Aspen Mtn
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 2/13/2015 1:00 PM
1:30pm Verbal Warning: Chloe Horner for small gray DOL on HC below Benedict Bridge. Chloe leashed the dog when she saw me. She was cooperative, but knows the law - her mother (Heidi Horner) was also present; she has been warned before. Heidi acted argumentatively and questioned why I wanted to know Chloe's name.
8135 Open Space Properties Signage 2/13/2015 11:30 AM
Dropped off signage at Reprographics.
839 Jaffee Park Special Event 2/13/2015 10:00 AM
permitting for photo shoot on Jaffee boat ramp March 1-2 or 3rd
839 Glassier Open Space Dog Offense 2/13/2015 8:00 AM
Dog chasing wildlife on Glassier, report referred to CPW
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 2/12/2015 3:00 PM
3:00pm Patrolled Arciero section of RGT.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 2/12/2015 2:15 PM
2:30pm AK could use a poop bag clean up day too...
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Mutual Aid 2/12/2015 2:15 PM
2:30pm Spoke with Deputy 63 on AJAX - he asked if vehicles are allowed on the old maroon creek bridge, which is part of the Nordic system. I said only authorized county, emergency, utility, or ranching vehicles are allowed on OS trails. It sounded like he stopped the person and ran their plates with Dispatch.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Nordic 2/12/2015 1:30 PM
1:30pm XC track on RGT by BHS is melted out as far as you can see in both directions.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 2/12/2015 12:00 PM
12:15pm Educational Contact: helped family find trail from HC to Smuggler.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/12/2015 11:00 AM
11:00am Smuggler Mtn Rd is in bad shape - many poop bags and piles of unbagged poop. I hear from hikers Arbaney Kittle is much worse.
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 2/12/2015 11:00 AM
fishing guide permitting
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/12/2015 8:30 AM
9:15am Verbal Warning: Laura Rice for DOL (tan Aussie) on RGT by Grindlay Bridge. Knows leash law. First Warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/12/2015 8:30 AM
10:10am Educational contact with family leaving Stein lot with DOL - cooperated and leashed dog before continuing up RGT.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Trails 2/11/2015 2:45 PM
2:50pm Spoke at length with Janice Huggins in Owl Creek lot about access for dog walkers on to Tom Blake Trail. She had a leashed dog and no XC skis. I asked if she had been on Owl Creek Trail - she stated that she had not. She said she turned back on Tom Blake Trail when she saw No Dogs signs posted. Janice wanted to know who to talk to about opening up an access trail for people with dogs from the OC lot to trails higher up that allow pets. I referred her to the Village of Snowmass and gave her a Pitkin Outside card to help with answering other questions.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Trails 2/11/2015 2:45 PM
3:30pm Patrolled OC-BC loop; I suspected warm weather might increase trespass activity. Owl Creek XC track is probably in the best condition of any XC trail on OST, despite weather. No new trespass into SMP from Cemetery side. It's hard to tell for certain if there have been recent trespasses on the BC Trail, as it is snow free and dry for most of its length. (I suspect there has been).
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 2/11/2015 12:30 PM
1:00pm Restocked leashes at upper HC kiosk.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 2/11/2015 11:00 AM
11:20am Spoke with Deputy 61 (Jesse) regarding HOV use on Smuggler Mtn Rd - unlicensed vehicles are not allowed on county roads. Some exceptions are made on remote USFS roads under county jurisdiction, but 61 said ATVs on Smuggler "would not be tolerated" and told me to call if I see them. 61 agreed that JA should contact the rental company.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 2/11/2015 11:00 AM
11:45am Educational Contact with dog owner entering upper Smuggler lot regarding dog waste and leashes - owner bagged poop and kept dogs in V&S control during her hike. 12:30pm Smuggler Mtn Rd has a fair amount of abandoned poop bags, but it smells worse than it looks. Likely melting will reveal more surprises... Maybe we should wait to do the clean up day until there's less snow?
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 2/11/2015 8:45 AM
9:00am Chatted with Bill at Jaffee. (BG: Ask JA about legality of rented OHVs on Smug Mtn Rd?) Ed Contact with hiker in lot regarding leash law - leashed dog when she saw me. Ed Contact on Steven's Drive - responded to questions about coyote activity near RGT. All dogs on liaison trail were leashed.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 2/11/2015 8:00 AM
8:00am Caught up on paperwork, read over Passdown, and finished corresponding with Conterra - four radio harnesses (3 - purchased, 1 - replaced for free) have been received. The new harnesses look great.
839 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 2/09/2015 11:30 AM
2 retired couples hiking trail, read 2 signs for closure but disregarded, 1 ticket issued for the group
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/09/2015 8:00 AM
approx. 40 yo male riding mtn bike 8:40 a.m.while running brindle pit/bulldog mix;would not stop or leash up
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/06/2015 1:00 PM
Responded to upper RGT complaint by musher of many dogs off leash,instead found plethora of dog musher poop smeared into trail, contacted musher
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 2/06/2015 11:00 AM
Met with CPW on signs
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 2/06/2015 10:00 AM
Patrolled COA meadows trail, disembled wickiup, read counter
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Penalty Assessment 2/05/2015 11:00 AM
Written warn to Drita Rosin for lack of sight, found steamer around switchback but unable to prove waste,Drita has had several warnings
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 2/01/2015 3:45 PM
Ranger Mobile paperwork, followed up with Conterra regarding radio harness refund (Bcc'd JA's e-mail), and readied timesheet for my time off.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 2/01/2015 2:15 PM
2:45pm Evidence of recent dog trespass on NSP XC track (and in meadows while, presumably, off-leash). Coyote tracks too. Handful of happy XC skiers. Track was rough for me on skate skis (snow is relatively deep and heavy - we could use a grooming soon). Parking areas could use a plow, as new snow turned into slush.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Trails 2/01/2015 2:00 PM
2:15pm Met hiker at Smuggler lot and returned lost & found gloves.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/01/2015 12:00 PM
Noon: Tons of hut trippers on HC cut-off and 10th Mtn Trail on their way to & from Benedict Huts. Many snowshoers... and some injury prone XC skiers. 12:30pm Advised snowshoers on trail to Smuggler Mtn Rd. (Yes, they had a map.)
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 2/01/2015 12:00 PM
12:45pm Spoke with trail runner "Zach" who wants to apply to be a summer OST ranger.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 2/01/2015 11:00 AM
Patrolled up and back from BLM lot to HC, Smuggler, 10th Mtn.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/01/2015 9:00 AM
9:40am Verbal Warning: Susan Weissberg for DOL (Airedale) at Duffy's Wiggles on RGT. Leashed dog upon request. First warning.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 2/01/2015 9:00 AM
10:30am Educational Contact: Handed leash to hiker leaving Stein parking lot with DOL.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/31/2015 3:30 PM
3:30pm Wrapped up Ranger Mobile paperwork and fueled & washed Big Blue.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 1/31/2015 3:00 PM
3:00pm Patrolled Arciero stretch of RGT.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Nordic 1/31/2015 2:00 PM
2:20pm XC track is melted out close to Southside Dr & BHS, but allegedly much better further out on either side. It looks pretty rough from the parking lot, but I still saw a few skiers and two fat tire bikers out on the trail.
8135 Lani White Trail Signage 1/31/2015 10:45 AM
10:45am Repaired vandalized sign at LW trailhead.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/30/2015 3:45 PM
RangerMobile and Compliance paperwork wrap up.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/30/2015 3:00 PM
3:15pm Shoed two friendly, but unobservant, walkers off NSP and redirected them to EOA.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 1/30/2015 1:00 PM
1:40pm Met very friendly Katey Butler - USFS/US Forest Conservancy volunteer. Katey is a fan of OST.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 1/30/2015 10:30 AM
10:30am Caught up with JA and reviewed two weeks of Passdown notes. 12:00pm E-mailed Conterra regarding faulty radio harness - the company seems eager to compensate or repair our equipment.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 1/30/2015 8:30 AM
9:15am Verbal Warning: Katie Sullivan for two dogs off leash at Duffy's Wiggles. First warning.
839 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 1/29/2015 11:00 AM
Verbals for DOL to frank Aranella and Diane Crowley
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/28/2015 3:00 PM
Family on beach, entered at Ranch Gate where we need closed sign
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Parking 1/28/2015 3:00 PM
South gate lot is vacant
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/27/2015 3:30 PM
Washed and cleaned up Tacoma for JA's return.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 1/27/2015 10:30 AM
11:45am Pink-tagged gray Ranger XLT pickup (CO: 1ZG-163, Farm Truck plate) for parking in Stein Park lot and leaving with downhill skis and bags presumably for a day at the resort.
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 1/27/2015 9:00 AM
9:20am Educational Contact: Spoke with dog owner about leash law on Jaffee Trail and about Nordic access on RGT.
8135 Jaffee Park Mutual Aid 1/27/2015 9:00 AM
9:30am Took contact info from Dispatch and followed up with Carol Dawn - out of area XC skier - about NSP trail conditions.
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 1/27/2015 9:00 AM
9:45am Written Warning: Shelly Marolt for two dogs off leash (and a third on leash) on Jaffee Trail. I saw her entering Jaffee from downhill portion of liaison trail. Shelly leashed dogs upon request and was very cooperative. She claimed JA told her that it was okay to walk dogs off leash on the downslope of the liaison trail, and she stated she had the dogs leashed on RGT. (I did not see her on RGT proper). Due to confusion with Jaffee Trail policy gray area, I opted for a written warning instead of a ticket. (I was under the impression that I was to take an "educational" approach to enforcement on the Jaffee trail - I credit this approach and recent newspaper coverage of the trail plan with significant improvement in compliance. I decided it would be unfair to cite only one person and not others for the same offense). I made it very clear to Shelly that next time I talk to her she will get a $100 ticket. I will speak with JA about this ASAP to clarify.
8135 Open Space & Trails Resource Damage 1/27/2015 8:30 AM
8:30am Fence along RGT damaged on N River Rd about 100 yds down valley of Arciero TH.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/26/2015 3:00 PM
3:15pm Additional signage seems to have significantly improved compliance at NSP. Green van is still in South Gate lot - a note says it will be towed by Valley Towing "tomorrow Monday" at "junk car rate." I'm not sure which Monday this is discussing. Pink-tagged van with note for Daniel - the owner - stating if it snows his van could be plowed in and that we will follow up with the property owner (his employer). This approach was Gary's recommendation.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/26/2015 2:00 PM
2:10pm Restocked leashes at upper HC kiosk.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/26/2015 12:30 PM
12:40pm Educational Contact: Spoke with a man and woman on Smuggler Mtn Rd who did not see their dog pooping because he was behind them. Man - aggressive and argumentative. Woman - generally cooperative and apologetic. The man bagged and threw away the poop, but continued to act aggressively. In a raised voice he repeatedly said, "If you want to argue about this, I'll argue with you." I thanked him for throwing the bag away, repeated "I am not arguing with you," and tried to diffuse the situation. In the end, I disengaged and walked away. I encountered the couple a second time on Smuggler and they acted more civilly.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 1/26/2015 12:30 PM
1:20pm Responded to what appeared to be a possible medical emergency - man wheezing with labored breathing at Smuggler summit. Man - "Pat" - is a cancer survivor and war vet with an inspiring story and damaged lungs. I talked with Pat until he was breathing normally - this is a common problem for him when exercising in the winter - and then he ran back down Smuggler.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 1/26/2015 12:00 PM
12:00pm Responded to tip from Bill about off leash dog and walker in closure on Arciero stretch of RGT; Bill said it was a man from the green house on the corner of N Lower River Rd (again). I must have just missed him.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Dog Offense 1/26/2015 11:30 AM
11:30am Educational Contact: Reminded dog walker to pick up poop bag - cooperated. Spoke with Bill again, this time on Bishop Drive.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 1/26/2015 11:00 AM
11:00am Patrolled BHS zero tolerance area. Groomers are at work.
8135 Open Space Properties Special Event 1/26/2015 8:15 AM
8:15am Ski tracks on Red Wind Pt RR grade. Nothing new at Perham. Lots of activity at Penny Hot Springs, but no sign of people crossing River. Very little snow on Filoha. No sign of trespass at Wildrose Trail. Fair amount of foot & dog traffic evident on Redstone Boulders OS - much more on Unnamed MTB trail, which is well packed. Redstone park restrooms are in good shape and stocked with TP. The Drool is formed from cliff to base, but it is still fairly thin and with a lot of chandelier ice. The path into the Drool is well packed, but it doesn't look like people have climbed the ice recently. I took my Crystal Valley Orientation doc along and annotated a bit.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 1/26/2015 8:00 AM
8:00am Met with Bill to discuss Crystal River doc and any needed patrols/tasks in that area. E-mailed doc to Bill for him to look over.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/25/2015 3:45 PM
Ranger Mobile paperwork for the day.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/25/2015 2:30 PM
2:30pm Tons of Nordic skiers out, but the snow is melting fast!
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/25/2015 1:00 PM
1:20pm Verbal Warning: Katie Thomas for dog way out of eyesight on Smuggler Mtn Rd above Observation Deck. She cooperated, but tried to dispute my claim that she could not see the dog (she was at least 100 yards away from the dog while it was running at large). I explained V&S policy. First warning.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 1/25/2015 1:00 PM
1:00pm Patrolled Smuggler backside
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/25/2015 12:15 PM
12:15pm Patrolled out to Smuggler Observation Deck and back from HC BLM lot.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 1/25/2015 11:30 AM
Patrolled up Smuggler front side
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 1/25/2015 9:30 AM
10:00am Cleaned up trash dumped in Jaffee lot.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/25/2015 8:30 AM
Drafted "Crystal River Valley Orientation for New Rangers" document, per JA's request. (See file in G-Drive > Ranger Folder > Ranger Manual > Crystal River Valley Orientation for New Rangers.)
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/25/2015 8:00 AM
Ranger Mobile update from 1/24 and Timesheet paperwork
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Trails 1/24/2015 3:30 PM
3:30pm Responded to multiple reports of Audi stuck high up on Smuggler Mtn Rd that was causing a hazard to hikers. Helped dig out Audi and spotted traffic as the car drove down road. "We were just following GPS..."
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/24/2015 2:00 PM
2:30pm Educational Contact: Spoke with two fat tire bikers about routes and the need to warn hikers when approaching them.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 1/24/2015 10:30 AM
11:10am Verbal Warning: Caroline Rassinfaus (sp?) dog (yellow lab) off leash on RGT near mile 41. 11:20am Written Warning: Adrienne Gardner for two dogs (black and brown shepherds) off leash on RGT on bridge by HC kiosk. Cooperated. Second warning.
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 1/24/2015 10:00 AM
10:20am Educational Contact: Spoke with friendly dog owner in Jaffee lot about leash law and V&S properties - handed out Pitkin Outside card.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 1/24/2015 9:30 AM
9:30am Patrolled Arciero stretch of RGT on tip from Bill - he's seen many mid-morning skiers/walkers with off-leash dogs/dogs in closure. Patrolled RGT from Arciero to Jaffee by truck as well.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/24/2015 9:15 AM
9:00am Updated Ranger Mobile and compliance paperwork from 1/23/15.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 1/24/2015 8:30 AM
8:30am Wrote report for Pelinski Citation (see file in G-Drive > Ranger Folder > Ranger Enforcement > Ranger Reports 2015 > PELINSKI 1-23-15). E-mailed report to JA for approval post-vacation.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 1/23/2015 3:00 PM
3:30pm CITATION: Peter Pelinski for dog off-leash while skiing on RGT in BHS Zero Tolerance Zone. See report for more details.
8135 Mills OSP Trails 1/23/2015 2:30 PM
Patrolled Mills for X Games related activity (event parking and staging is located in BC lot) and to investigate possible snowmobile trespass. Track stay above rim; all quiet below.
8135 Owl Creek Trail Nordic 1/23/2015 2:00 PM
Patrolled Owl Creek-Brush Creek loop by truck for dogs and X Games trespass - all good.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 1/23/2015 12:30 PM
1:00pm Verbal Warning: Tracy Corson for dog-off leash above staircase on HC. 1:10pm Written Warning: Chris Anderson for same offense (second warning).
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/23/2015 9:30 AM
9:30am Wrote report to summarize RGT-Gerbaz dead wildlife incident. Spotted a coyote at PW - office dogs beware.
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 1/23/2015 9:00 AM
9:00am IT appt. to download software and get UDID of mobile devices for future Pitkin Outside App beta-testing (collaboration with Lindsey). Followed up with Lindsey.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/23/2015 8:30 AM
8:30am RangerMobile and enforcement paperwork, follow up call with Gary regarding yesterday's dead wildlife.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 1/22/2015 2:15 PM
2:15pm Investigated report of "three mauled deer" on RGT near Gerbaz Way. I found the remains of three animals - two deer (including the one I found on 1/17/15) and a cow elk. No evidence of lions. The carcasses were not cached and there were no lion tracks. I spoke with BG and we came to the same conclusion: animals were hit by cars on Lower River Rd and scavenged by coyotes. I called the RP and Gary for a follow up. No DoW called.
8135 Sheriff's Office Mutual Aid 1/22/2015 2:00 PM
2:00pm Dropped off lost keys at Court House.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/22/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Written Warning: Candy Shaffran for two beagles lost off-leash on Smuggler Mtn Rd. Candy has been cited before for different policy - I gave her a written warning, as there were two dogs involved. After completing Smuggler loop, I saw that Candy had found (and leashed) her dogs.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 1/22/2015 10:00 AM
10:00am Built signs at COA shop and posted additional signage at all NSP Nordic access points to improve clarity of snowshoe travel and walking regs - also shored up existing signs.
8135 Open Space Properties Meeting/Planning 1/22/2015 9:30 AM
9:30am Met with Eric Gosney of COA Parks & Rec to plan additional signage for NSP Nordic.
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 1/22/2015 9:00 AM
9:20am Educational Contact: Reminded dog owner in Jaffee lot of leash law - he cooperated, but decided to leave rather than walk dogs on leash.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/22/2015 8:30 AM
8:30am Followed up with Gary on enforcement and property boundary issues on NSP, corresponded with Janet about possible lion kills on RGT at Gerbaz Way, contacted COA about need for additional signage at NSP, and contacted IT about UDID/iTunes download for Pitkin Outside app demo.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 1/22/2015 8:00 AM
8:00am Followed up on voicemail from J. Daly regarding recent citation - check should be in mail today. 9:30am Daly called me back - she dropped off her citation payment at PW.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/20/2015 4:00 PM
Corresponded with Gary about on-going trail & enforcement issues and questions.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/20/2015 3:30 PM
RangerMobile paperwork, enforcement paperwork, and Pitkin Outside App update testing e-mails with Lindsey.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/20/2015 2:00 PM
2:30pm Educational Contact: Spoke with "Ed" at NSP about the Nordic hotline and answered questions about bear & lion safety.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Parking 1/20/2015 2:00 PM
2:50pm Green van (mentioned previously) still in lot. Expired tags circa 2013.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Dog Offense 1/20/2015 1:45 PM
1:45pm Took report from Gary about minor dog bite on AK - RP wants to be contacted and Gary advised me to contact dog owner. ...Owner is Danielle Noto!! I informed Gary of the volition nature of OST's contacts with Noto, and we agreed it would be most wise to refer this to JA upon his return.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 1/20/2015 11:00 AM
12:35pm Spoke with Jim Hamos - a very concerned citizen - about winter bikers on HC not announcing or slowing down, aggressively arguing with him, and putting hikers in danger. Jim lives at Williams Ridge and hikes the HC-Smug loop daily. Jim plans to talk to BOCC. He said that the USFS trails are great for bikers, but expressed serious concern about bikes on HC. I gave him my card and JA's card, and advised him to include us in the conversation.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 1/20/2015 9:00 AM
9:00am Spoke with owner of disabled gray pick up truck in entrance to Jaffee lot - he will move truck some time this AM.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 1/20/2015 8:30 AM
8:30am Checked mail - received Bleiler citation payment.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 1/19/2015 4:00 PM
4:00pm Restocked bags at AK (all out)
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/19/2015 2:15 PM
2:30pm Signage prohibiting walking and restricting (or prohibiting) snowshoers is very vague on NSP. I even have a hard time deciphering the winter regulations. I will add this to the list of things to discuss with Gary.
8135 Lani White Trail Trails 1/19/2015 2:00 PM
2:10pm Restocked leashes at LW TH
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/19/2015 1:00 PM
1:30pm Educational Contact: Helped hikers find good route to Smuggler. Handed out PitkinOutside card.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 1/19/2015 1:00 PM
1:40pm Verbal Warning: Nancy Picard for dog off leash on HC above lower VM-HC junction. Ranger Mobile would not load her file! Picard leashed the dog, clearly had bags, and cooperated. No basis for anything but another verbal warning. Update: According to Ranger Mobile, Nancy was due for another citation - but, as I could not view her file during the contact, I did not feel it would be fair to ticket. Today is her lucky day. Next time I contact her it's a $500 ticket.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/19/2015 11:30 AM
12:00pm Educational Contact: Reminded dog walker to keep dog in front of him for V&S control. Cooperated and leashed dog (despite moments before being in contact with APD). Another hiker asked me if rangers go up and down Smuggler all day - our presence is well known!
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/19/2015 9:30 AM
9:35am Drafted "List of Winter Ranger Handouts" for future ranger training, per request of JA. (See document in G-Drive > Ranger Manual.)
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 1/19/2015 8:30 AM
8:30am Followed up with Jackie Daly on 1/8/15 citation - the phone number she wrote on the citation form was not valid, possibly fake. I contacted her via a second phone number on file in our database and left a voicemail indicating the deadline for payment and the court date (3/3/15). Updated Daly report. 9:15am Daly called back - she will drop off check at PW on 1/21. Bleiler's citation payment should be delivered after holiday.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/18/2015 3:30 PM
RangerMobile paperwork (for today) and washed the truck - looking good.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Closed Area 1/18/2015 2:15 PM
2:30pm Educational Contact: spoke with tourist family of snowshoers on NSP who we're walking off track and into JH. I recommended other trails and handed out a PitkinOutside card. The family cooperated. What's the deal with these signs? Signs say snowshoeing is allowed - I was not aware of this? I will follow up on this at OST staff meeting.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 1/18/2015 12:00 PM
1:00pm Encountered some very nervous fat tire snow bikers - they crashed every couple minutes, but survived!
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/18/2015 11:00 AM
Patrolled from BLM lot up to Smuggler summit
8135 Jaffee Park Trails 1/18/2015 9:00 AM
9:20am Educational Contact in Jaffee lot regarding status of leash law and recommendations for easy trails for old dogs.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/18/2015 8:00 AM
Updated RangerMobile paperwork and uploadedTRAFX data on to computer from the Smuggler counter.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 1/17/2015 3:30 PM
Found dead deer on RGT west of Gerbaz Way railroad car residences. Carcass appeared cut and field dressed - it was very likely dumped by someone and then dragged down onto the trail by animals. Poaching possible. See photos if interested. Moved carcass off trail and across ditch. (Got truck temporarily stuck backing out of access by railroad cars - be careful!)
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/17/2015 2:00 PM
3:00pm Took report from two hikers on the RGT near BHS about a dead deer on the groomed RGT near the Gerbaz Way railroad car residences.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 1/17/2015 1:30 PM
1:40pm Green Plymouth minivan (CO: 985-SBH) is still parked at South Gate. Gray van has been moved.
8135 Lani White Trail Trails 1/17/2015 1:00 PM
1:20pm Met "Mara" - former RMNP backcountry ranger - hiking LW.
8135 Lani White Trail Resource Damage 1/17/2015 1:00 PM
1:25pm Green dog regs sign at LW trailhead needs to be remounted. It looks like someone tried to tear it off.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 1/17/2015 12:00 PM
1:00pm Written Warning: Jen Brennan for dog (black lab) off-leash on HC above staircase. Second warning. Brennan leashed dog upon request. ("Yes, leash laws still apply in the winter!")
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 1/17/2015 10:45 AM
11:35am Checked TRAFX trail counter near Smuggler Observation Deck
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/16/2015 3:30 PM
RangerMobile paperwork, etc.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Parking 1/16/2015 2:00 PM
2:05pm Green (CO: 985-SBH) and gray Plymouth minivans that belong to "Daniel" - the caretaker on adjacent property (#43777) - are still parked at South Gate despite the timeline I gave him to move the vehicles. The vans have just been moved slightly closer to the far end of the lot. Is his claim about the far end of the lot being private property legitimate? I will follow up with Gary.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/16/2015 2:00 PM
2:20pm Lots of skate skiers at NSP. Ski tracks on JH - not illegal, just unusual. 3:30pm Moore track looking good, although I saw evidence of walkers and dogs both on Moore and at the high school track.
8135 Lani White Trail Trails 1/16/2015 1:30 PM
1:40pm Restocked leashes at LW TH.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/16/2015 1:00 PM
1:00pm Observed Bombardier Snowcat vehicle in field adjacent to handicap/skier HC lot, but outside of clearly fenced private property. Tracks lead up to old jeep trail. Is this OK? See photo.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 1/16/2015 1:00 PM
1:20pm Verbal Warning: Victor Valladeras & Christie Boksa for dog (medium chocolate lab) off leash at first bridge above stairs on HC. Victor acknowledged that he knows the law and normally walks the dog on leash - he had bags and a leash. Cooperated and leashed upon request.
8135 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 1/16/2015 8:00 AM
8:00am Followed up with Gretchen Bleiler regarding 1/5/15 Citation. 8:45am Bleiler called back - check was sent in mail on 1/12. Bleiler will call back on 1/19 to make sure it has arrived, if not she will just stop by in person. Updated report.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/13/2015 3:30 PM
Paul's bday!
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Parking 1/13/2015 2:45 PM
2:50pm Parking: Spoke with Daniel - caretaker across 82 from NSP - who has a green Plymouth minivan stuck in the fat end of NSP South Gate lot. He is trying to tow it himself - I gave him my card and a day to work it out. Daniel claims the adjacent property owners own about four parking spaces at the uppermost end of the lot (essentially where we plow the snow in winter).
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Signage 1/13/2015 2:30 PM
Remounted parking sign on traffic barrel in Upper Smuggler lot
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 1/13/2015 2:30 PM
2:30pm Parking: Keep an eye on the Ram 250 brown and gray van parked in the lower Smug lot - it appears someone may be living in it.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 1/13/2015 1:30 PM
1:50pm Verbal Warning: Lisa Kantor for two dogs (one medium brown and one black with curly hair) off leash on upper HC within eyesight of private road near USFS boundary. Kantor thought leash law did not apply above uppermost bridge on HC. Cooperated and leashed dogs upon request.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/13/2015 11:30 AM
11:50am Educational Contact: Spoke with dog walker (Male, pony-tail, UK/Aussie/Kiwi accent) about V&S policy - he was not in clear violation, but had multiple energetic dogs, so I contacted him. He responded loudly, swearing in an angry tone, stating that we should worry more about people not picking up their "dog shit" - I politely encouraged him to remind fellow hikers to do just that.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 1/13/2015 9:30 AM
9:30am Educational Contact: Spoke with dog walker on Steve's Drive about RGT leash law - he pointed out nearby dogi pot has not been getting serviced. I refilled bags and e-mailed JA & BG.
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 1/13/2015 9:00 AM
9:15am Educational Contact: Reminded two dog walkers in Jaffee Lot of leash law - cooperated.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/11/2015 4:00 PM
RangerMobile, enforcement, and Timesheet paperwork
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Nordic 1/11/2015 3:00 PM
3:25pm Parking: Arciero is super slick and a bit sloppy - we should get it plowed when Bill is back. Also, I wanted to contact a small dogsled team on the RGT, but they turned around before the dog closure.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/11/2015 2:45 PM
2:50pm Nordic: No walkers or dogs observed on NSP.
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Resource Damage 1/11/2015 2:30 PM
2:30pm Resource Damage: Someone ran over one of our orange traffic barrels and tore off the attached sign at Smuggler Lot - I'll need to come back with a fresh screwdriver battery to mount the sign.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/11/2015 1:30 PM
1:40pm Trails: Restocked leashes at Upper HC kiosk.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 1/11/2015 11:30 AM
1:15pm Ed Contact: Helped backcountry skiers on 10th Mtn Trail interpret map and find route to Benedict Huts.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 1/11/2015 9:30 AM
11:00am Written Warning: Tami Solondz for dog off-leash (medium white dog) on RGT about 500 feet down valley of Stein Park. Stated that she thought the leash law only applied in the summer - I corrected her. Cooperated and leashed dog upon request.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 1/11/2015 9:30 AM
11:05am Verbal Warning: Laura Buitron for dog off leash (black shepherd) while snowshoeing below Sunnyside crags on RGT. Cooperated and leashed dog upon request.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/11/2015 8:30 AM
Finished RangerMobile paperwork, as server was down last shift PM
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/10/2015 10:00 AM
Fat tire bike race in rio grande park, great venue , great event
8135 Open Space Properties Signage 1/09/2015 2:30 PM
2:30-4:00pm Posted/moved signs/placed closure sawhorse at Ditchline, BC Bridge, and Seven Star. I did not post at NSP, as - I agree with your opinion - an extra sign would look overly cluttered.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Signage 1/09/2015 1:30 PM
1:50pm Signage: Did not post additional sign at NSP - I agree with JA that it would look too cluttered. We have signs warning of the No Walkers rule posted at all access points. People deserve a ticket if they walk past these signs. JA, let me know if you change your mind.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 1/09/2015 9:45 AM
10:45am Verbal Warning: Chris Goldstein for dog off-leash (large husky) at the bridge near the kiosk on Upper RGT - leashed dog upon request, but otherwise acted rude and uncooperative. She stated that she knew the policy. She denied speaking with OST before and then stated that she hadn't spoken with a ranger for "several years." (She was verbally warned in 2009 & 2012). She would not accept a written warning - she stated that she has "heard the spiel" and was in a "hurry." I warned her that next time she is warned she will receive a $100 ticket.
8135 Open Space & Trails Signage 1/09/2015 9:00 AM
Gathered signage materials for updated list of signage tasks - sawhorse, 30-holders, etc.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/09/2015 8:00 AM
Enforcement and RangerMobile paperwork wrap up from 1/8/15 - DAILY report submitted
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 1/08/2015 9:30 AM
9:30am Steven's St. sign not posted, but plows seem to be plowing snow away from RGT fence line.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 1/08/2015 9:30 AM
11:00am CITATION: Jackie Daily for dog (big brown lab) off-leash on RGT below Stein Park. I contacted Jackie and another female hiker (who was carrying a small dog on-leash). Jackie said she saw the sign and confirmed - "I know" - that this was her third warning. She indicated that she would pay - "He [the dog] is worth it." I explained the fine structure and citation process. Jackie was courteous and cooperated - leashing the dog upon request.
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 1/08/2015 9:00 AM
9:00am Educational Contact: Spoke with dog walker in Jaffee Lot about leash law on Jaffee. Disgruntled, but civil, conversation about Brush Creek/SMP dog policies ensued - "I wouldn't have voted for it if I knew [dogs were prohibited]." Leashed dog and cooperated.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 1/06/2015 2:00 PM
2:30pm Patrolled and checked dogi pot at AK - all good. The dirt access road for AK is very sloppy and snowy right now.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/06/2015 1:45 PM
No dogs or walkers
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/06/2015 12:30 PM
12:48pm Restocked Upper HC leashes.
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 1/06/2015 8:00 AM
8:55am Educational Contact: Reminded dog walker in Jaffee Lot of leash law. Checked dogi pot - all good.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 1/05/2015 3:15 PM
RangerMobile and Enforcement paperwork.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 1/05/2015 2:00 PM
Comm use and dogs on NO Star
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 1/05/2015 1:30 PM
1:30pm CITATION: Gretchen Bleiler for dogs in closed area on NSP. One fine and one warning. Fine $100. VW: Chris Crowley for commercial activity on NSP (photo shoot/interview). Crowley stated that he would buy a commercial permit in lieu of a ticket - I directed him to JA.
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 1/05/2015 11:00 AM
met with Weiss, Kuhn and Larson regarding Nordic abuses at SMV Nordic area
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 1/05/2015 10:30 AM
11:30am Verbal Warning: Jack Barker for small dog off leash on HC above lower HC-VM junction. Jack has an arm in a sling and stated that he couldn't get the dog on a leash. Jack stated that he knew the rule; I handed him a leash and explained that I'm giving him a warning.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 1/05/2015 10:30 AM
11:36am Verbal Warning: Domi Sosna for small dog off leash on HC immediately below the upper HC-VM junction. Domi has was warned and cited in 2009 on EOA. According to RangerMobile, in the past Domi has given false information and one ranger required deputy assistance. I referenced these previous warnings and emphasized that next time she would receive a ticket. I pointed out that Domi had likely just walked past our HC kiosk and policy sign with leashes hanging on it. Domi was cooperative, but stated repeatedly that she thought leash laws only applied to the summer (because we are "protecting the flowers") and that her small dog "couldn't do anything." - I assured her that the laws are the same all year, that they serve to protect wildlife, and that I have to enforce them uniformly. Domi leashed her dog upon request. For future reference, Domi has a thick accent and may claim she has a hard time understanding you.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/05/2015 10:30 AM
11:57am Trails: Upper HC kiosk could use more leashes - two left and I was out when I got there. I restocked the lower HC leashes. Also, hazard tree is still overhanging HC uphill of staircase. I will follow up with Bill G.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Nordic 1/04/2015 1:15 PM
Patrolled BHS Zero Tolerance area on skis. 2:00pm Discovered ATV tire tracks on RGT trail (fresh since last grooming) that start at the BHS entrance and drive down valley on the trail for 800-1000 feet. The machine tore up the snow exposing dirt and appears to have gotten stuck twice. Tracks may have originated from gated agricultural field on East side of Southside Dr.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 1/04/2015 10:30 AM
11:18am Educational Contact: Warned dog walker at Smuggler Kiosk about jumping dog and reiterated V&S policy. Cooperated.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 1/04/2015 10:30 AM
12:25pm Pink-tagged Toyota van (CO: 415-HKD) parked illegally at base of Smuggler Mtn Rd - planned to ticket if not moved soon. Spoke with owner. Resolved with verbal warning and no ticket.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Mutual Aid 1/04/2015 8:30 AM
9:55am Fielded question from Dispatch: "Are people allowed to snowshoe with their dogs on NSP?" My response: "That is a definite no. Only XC skiers on NSP in the winter."
8135 Brush Creek Trail Closed Area 1/03/2015 3:15 PM
3:15pm I brought binoculars today to further investigate possible trespass. Footprints on most of BC Trail from 82 until they merge back onto BC Rd 3/4 the way to Snowmass, and again more footprints near the roundabout by the Ditchline Trail. Well packed, but not recently used, snowshoe trail from Hidden Valley Rd into SMP.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Parking 1/03/2015 2:30 PM
Arciero lot is plowed. Good amount of XC activity. No dogs.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 1/03/2015 1:30 PM
1:45pm VW: Tom and Jean Carter walking on NSP groomed track. Cooperative, walked back on EOA. Lots of winter activity at NSP. Track skate skied well.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 1/03/2015 1:30 PM
2:10pm Spoke with Michael Donaghy at length in South Gate lot - very inquisitive about "no people" restriction on far side of the Roaring Fork River. Michael said he supported the policy, but questioned me on the ecological importance of the area and how often we catch people. I brought binoculars and saw no new tracks on the "sacred side."
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 1/03/2015 12:00 PM
12:20pm Discovered winter social trail from HCV handicap lot that crosses creek to HC USFS trail. Safe? 12:30pm Restocked leashes at upper HC kiosk and saw a man leash his dog with an OST leash - it works!
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 1/03/2015 9:00 AM
9:30am City is doing a good job plowing out their RGT dogi pots. Educational Contact: Helped German tourists navigate trail system - handed out PitkinOutside card.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 1/03/2015 8:30 AM
9:00am Called in icy Smith Hill Way-Highway 82 intersection. Cleaned up trashed Jaffee lot - spent fireworks, booze, and food containers - a New Years party?
839 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 1/02/2015 9:00 AM
possible tracks on other side of river; need to place signs soon along nordic advising "stay on trail"Got emergency plowing at So Gate
8135 Lani White Trail Trails 12/31/2014 3:00 PM
Serviced dogi pots at Smuggler, HC, and LW for holiday weekend
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 12/31/2014 2:00 PM
2:10pm Educational Contact: Handed leash to uncooperative, argumentative dog owner on HC en route to HC Longhouse from parking lot, but walking on trail.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 12/31/2014 12:30 PM
1:00pm Verbal Warning: Jennifer Fiechuk - dogs (two Aussies) out of eyesight by Mascotte Trail. Cooperated.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 12/31/2014 12:30 PM
1:15pm Sheriff Assist: Responded to call about loose chocolate lab in upper Smuggler lot - attempted to leash dog; dog snapped at me and ran up Silverlode Drive - call turned over to Deputy 75.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 12/31/2014 8:00 AM
Crystal River Valley orientation
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 12/30/2014 3:00 PM
Shoveled out kiosk
8135 Smuggler Parking Lot Trails 12/30/2014 3:00 PM
3:10pm Took report from hiker about a man (suspected to be Dana Knight) driving aggressively in his black plow truck (with a black lab) on Smuggler Mtn Rd - she felt threatened and stated that he came within a foot of hitting her and her dog. She allegedly spoke with the driver and he seemed not to care that she felt in danger. I advised her to report to the Sheriff's Office; she said she might anonymously.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 12/30/2014 12:30 PM
1:00pm Written Warning: Tim Fortier for two dogs way out of V&S control on 10th Mtn Trail/Smuggler. Tim kept trying to talk his way out of the warning - "I see John all the time." "Are you new with the parks?" "My dog's in sight control" (one of them was not even visible). "I have one your hats." "I'm an ambassador for this place" Etc. Tim has been warned on HC/LW twice for off leash and fined once on Smuggler for failure to remove waste. I jumped to a written warning, as he has not been warned for Mgmt plan policies, I gave him a written warning. I explained the fine structure and policies and emphasized that he will be fined next time.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 12/30/2014 10:30 AM
BLM lot totally full - hut trippers?
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 12/30/2014 9:00 AM
City Parks unburied the dogi pots
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 12/30/2014 8:30 AM
No dog walkers - leashed or otherwise - observed at Bullwinkle
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/29/2014 2:30 PM
3:20pm Educational Contact in Stein Park lot - advised hiker to leash dog as she let dog out of SUV, complied.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Mutual Aid 12/29/2014 1:00 PM
1:10pm Complaint aired on Dispatch for Green Side Up Inc. illegally dumping snow on NSP - followed up with Dispatch - assigned to deputy. 1:15pm I drove out to NSP and saw no evidence of snow dumping in lots or preserve. I will call RP for more info. 1:40pm Called RP: Eric Mason (970-618-5435), he called Dispatch on behalf of his boss who witnessed GSU Inc. dumping snow the "same as they did last year." Eric said Code Officer Carrington Brown contacted him about the complaint. Eric will talk to his boss and call me back with more detailed information. 2:25pm Spoke with RP Eric Mason again - he stated the dump site was "just past Mtn Valley" on the way towards Indy Pass. "There is a gate and the vehicle is still there." Conclusion: Not our property.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 12/28/2014 3:15 PM
I've been noticing increased XC skier traffic on the Arciero stretch of the RGT. BL groomed from Aspen to Emma on 12/27/14. I patrolled to say hi, check for vandalism on our dog signs, and enforce the seasonal dog closure. All is well.
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/28/2014 2:00 PM
I spoke with Brian Long - grooming is going well, but the crane truck is out of service, so they can't haul the classic track groomer out to NSP - skate grooming only for now.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 12/28/2014 12:30 PM
I encountered five backcountry skiers on the cut off presumably en route to a hut.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 12/28/2014 11:00 AM
11:00am Educational Contact: "Bill" and a friend were walking four dogs off leash and barely within V&S control into the upper Smuggler lot. I contacted him and checked to see if the group had leashes and bags - Bill had one leash. I handed out three leashes and explained Smuggler dog policy, emphasizing the need for V&S control. No further problems.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 12/28/2014 9:30 AM
10:30am Unburied dogi pots on RGT - all open, but still need shoveling. RGT below Stein Park is groomed for skiing.
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 12/28/2014 8:30 AM
9:00am Observed DOW officer walking dog off leash - I consider that a bit ironic. 9:10am Educational Contact in Jaffee lot for hiker with dog off leash - handed out leash, leashed dog upon request.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 12/27/2014 3:30 PM
RangerMobile and Timesheet paperwork
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 12/27/2014 3:00 PM
Hikers on AK continue to act perplexed upon encountering a ranger on this trail - increase our presence?
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 12/27/2014 12:00 PM
1:45pm Moved along blocking silver Tundra pick up truck that was blocking Smuggler Rd and boxing in parked car - resolved without citation
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/27/2014 9:45 AM
10:00am Verbal Warning: Jennifer Craig ("Jasper" small brown and white dog) AND Written Warning: Kittie Boone (yellow lab) for one off-leash dog each on the RGT at Stein Park. Explained fee structure, regs, and gave them PitkinOutside cards. Cooperative, leashed upon request.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 12/27/2014 9:00 AM
No observed off leash dogs on Bullwinkle - very little activity
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Parking 12/26/2014 2:30 PM
2:30pm Helped large FedEx Uhaul get unstuck from South Gate lot
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/26/2014 2:30 PM
NSP is skiing great!
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 12/26/2014 1:00 PM
2:00pm Overhanging tree on HC still poses a hazard.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Mutual Aid 12/26/2014 11:00 AM
11:30am Dispatch aired complaint of trespass on "open space" "below meadows on highway 133" - where is this? PitCo Deputy called RP and left voicemail.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/26/2014 9:00 AM
10:30am Verbal Warning: Jim Schultz, snowshoeing with three dogs off-leash (one heeler, two medium brown) on Music Tent just downstream of Grinley Bridge. I heard him calling his dogs and spotted him from RGT. Cooperative, leashed upon request, claimed not to see signs posted on City OS, gave PitkinOutside card and trail recommendations.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/26/2014 9:00 AM
10:40am Verbal Warning: John Williams for dog off leash ("Monty" curly-haired gray & white) on Music Tent upstream of Meadows Bridge. Encountered barking off leash dog and then owner. Cooperative, leashed upon request, stated that he often walks dog off leash on MT. I familiarized him with V&S properties.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 12/26/2014 9:00 AM
11:00am Several dogi pots on RGT upstream of Stein Park are frozen shut and/or buried in snow from plowing. Could the City deal with this?
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 12/26/2014 8:00 AM
Shoveled out access to dogi pot and port-a-john
8135 Open Space & Trails Signage 12/20/2014 3:30 PM
I stored signage, fueled the truck, covered the truck bed for snow, and wrapped up RangerMobile paperwork.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 12/20/2014 2:00 PM
Distributed calendars from Aspen to Basalt. I'm down to two boxes in my truck - I put them in the lock-up so they won't be missed while I am off duty this week.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 12/20/2014 10:00 AM
10:00am Pink-tagged Jeep Commander (CO: 678-UFR) in Stein lot - parked in utility access. Vehicle was moved when I returned from patrolling the upper RGT.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/20/2014 10:00 AM
10:25am Educational Contact: I contacted a dog walker with a small off-leash dog on Music Tent - I spotted her from the RGT. I recognized the hiker from the RGT, where I've observed her daily walking with a leash. She leashed upon request and I explained the importance of leashes in riparian areas. 11:20am Educational Contact: I contacted a man who unleashed his dog while it drank from the RF River in Stein Park. He leashed it upon request, and before returning to Cemetery Lane Trail. I decided both of these contacts did not merit a formal warning, as the interaction was very brief, the behavior was corrected, and I was on City OS.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/20/2014 10:00 AM
11:25am Verbal Warning: Angie Sherwin for a dog off-leash in Stein Park. Owner let dog (golden retriever) out of her SUV while dealing with two small kids, and the dog ran out into traffic and almost got hit by two cars. Angie leashed the dog and apologized - she was evidently overwhelmed, but I thought she needed a warning. First Warning. (CO: 446-YTO, Black SUV)
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 12/20/2014 9:30 AM
Staked out Bullwinkle - no off leash dogs seen.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Resource Damage 12/20/2014 9:30 AM
9:45am Ballard at Elam Rd-RGT broke when I drove over it. It was very beat up, and Big Blue was the last straw.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 12/19/2014 3:00 PM
Placed more bamboo along the S. Gate fence line
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 12/19/2014 2:00 PM
I posted the "Golden Rules" signs on Smuggler. I later noticed that the sign I was given to post at the trailhead does not include sledding regs. I removed an outdated forestry sign to fit the new sign at the kiosk - it is stored in the lock-up.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 12/19/2014 10:30 AM
I hiked up HC to remove the fallen tree (see earlier note) - it was already removed. The overhanging tree is still a hazard. I chipped/shoveled out the HC staircase, which tends to become an ice ramp after snow.
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 12/19/2014 9:00 AM
9:20am Education contact in Jaffee Park lot; I gave a leash to a dog walker and reminded him of policy before he entered trail. Later, I spotted him on the RGT - he would have walked on without a leash. I think Jaffee hikers contribute to off-leash complaints on Bullwinkle.
8135 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 12/19/2014 8:00 AM
I called Matt Jay for a follow up on his 12/7/14 Citation. The check should be in the mail as of 12/17/14, if not, he is past deadline.
839 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 12/18/2014 5:00 PM
Met with RFTA about counters
839 East of Aspen Trail Resource Damage 12/18/2014 2:00 PM
Spoke with Rodney Jacobs about damaging plowing on E of Ac
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 12/16/2014 3:30 PM
RangerMobile paperwork and e-mails
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/16/2014 2:00 PM
I met with Dave Peterson at the XC Center/Golf Course and rented a skate ski package ($175 for skis, boots, poles). I then did a patrol of the course on the new sticks.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 12/16/2014 1:30 PM
1:30pm Pink-tagged large construction trailer parked in South Gate lot and blocking parapet access gate. (CO Trailer: 764-CQM) Trailer likely overflow from construction site nearby - contact: Hansen Construction #970-920-1558. I referred this to JA.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 12/16/2014 12:00 PM
12:40pm Found hazard trees between stairs and upper bridge on HC - dead aspens: one hung up in live tree & overhanging HC, one fallen on trail, 2-4 potential hazard trees nearby uphill and right of trail. All are rotting aspens 6-10" in diameter and 15-30' tall. I e-mailed Bill Griggers.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 12/16/2014 10:30 AM
11:47am Two gunshots heard from one direction, maybe two, from HC-Smug Cut-off; shots sounded nearby, but likely on Federal lands.
8135 Open Space Properties Special Event 12/15/2014 2:30 PM
Distributed calendars down valley: BSPL, BS Town Hall, Saxy's Cafe, OS USPS
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/15/2014 11:00 AM
11:30am Nordic: Evidence of dogs & walkers on Raoul's Revenge and the Zoom Flume. No sign of Etkin dogs. Only a few tracks near Etkin house, non since grooming. Beautiful out! First classic tracks since it was groomed. I took a scenic photo of two skate skiers for Janet (Annie & Aaron).
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/15/2014 8:00 AM
9:30am Took report from "Sam" of lost dog, already filed with police, B&B hound named Thor - lost 12/12/14 at Burlingame, tracked near RGT. Call 970-640-6132 if seen.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/15/2014 8:00 AM
10:30am VW: Peter Grenney on RGT within eyesight of first dogi-pot upvalley of SH Bridge for two dogs off leash (medium lab, small medium brown dog) - the lab jumped up on me twice. First warning, leashed upon request. I stressed importance of personal space with jumping dogs; I advised that some hikers may have different comfort levels and call police. I gave Peter a PitkinOutside card, reiterated that we sign trail access points, and recommended V&S properties. Recommend written or ticket if contacted about jumping dogs.
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 12/14/2014 3:30 PM
RangerMobile paperwork
8135 Open Space Properties Special Event 12/14/2014 2:30 PM
Distributed calendars to Wheeler, Aspen USPS, Main St Bakery, WC USPS - other locations were closed for weekend
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 12/14/2014 1:30 PM
1:45pm Followed footprints near known baiting site, no evidence of additional baiting
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Nordic 12/14/2014 1:30 PM
2:00pm Education contact, advised two Nordic skiers - Dana Underwood and friend - on access for NSP track (it's marked out and snowy)
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 12/14/2014 10:30 AM
Called in icy Gibson-Red Mtn Rd intersection to dispatch - I almost slid through stop sign, a black Range Rover slid off road doing the same (no damage, no assistance needed)
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 12/14/2014 10:30 AM
11:39am Verbal Warning: Erin Leider for dog out of V&S control (Sydney, Weimaraner) at upper switchback that comes to a point at the large pine, first warning, but husband (Paul) has many warnings and is due for citation for the same dog - couple was initially listed jointly on RangerMobile, I'm logging her separately. UPDATE: I found Erin in our system - I missed her at first, due to the confusing joint listing with her husband (which I've fixed): please see her record - she is due for a citation and has a proven habit of misrepresenting herself to rangers.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 12/14/2014 8:30 AM
9:25am Pink-tagged Red Prius (CO Plate: 664-YUV) parked in Jaffee Lot - vehicle was covered in snow with footprints leading towards road, none towards trail - likely overnight or non-trail use
8135 Open Space & Trails Special Event 12/14/2014 8:00 AM
We have snow! Re-winterized truck, dug out & covered bed, gassed up, etc.
8135 Public Works Office Special Event 12/13/2014 3:30 PM
Completed, bracketed, etc. timesheet
8135 Seven Star Ranch Signage 12/13/2014 2:15 PM
Checked S7R signs for proper closure dates - signs give no date - (these were the signs from the S7R packet). I walked to the fence line at the lowest access to familiarize myself with the property. No signs of trespass.
8135 Moore Open Space Parking 12/13/2014 1:45 PM
1:50pm Observed possible contractor parking - five large pick-ups - although some may have been overflow from Chapel. What is our official line on the HOA parking conflict? Good news: The white Landcruiser (120-QWQ) is gone.
8135 Moore Open Space Resource Damage 12/13/2014 1:45 PM
2:00pm Contacted individual removing trees from Marolt OS and gathering them in an unmarked pick-up truck - turns out it was Blair from City of Aspen Parks & Rec.
8135 Moore Open Space Special Event 12/13/2014 1:45 PM
Distributed calendars to Aspen USPS.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 12/13/2014 12:30 PM
I encountered a frustrated hiker who suggested we post a sign at the bottom of HC when trail conditions require the use of micro-spikes. (Most other hikers on Smug & HC had micro-spikes)
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 12/13/2014 11:30 AM
11:38am Pink-tagged large white pick-up truck with attached Uhaul trailer that was blocking multiple parking spots in the Lower Smuggler Lot. (Idaho Plate: K 73T)
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/13/2014 10:00 AM
I encountered dog-walkers using leashes on the RGT. This is amazing. Patrolled from Stein to USPS.
8135 Public Works Office Illegal Camping 12/13/2014 9:30 AM
Cleaned up and stored all tools & signs from permitted burn
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 12/13/2014 8:00 AM
Checked burn site - fire was clearly extinguished and dirt was cool to frozen. Knocked down stone wall and dirt to make site less attractive.
839 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 12/12/2014 10:00 AM
burn large squatter camp at Shale Bluffs and haul out gear
8135 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 12/12/2014 8:00 AM
Permitted burn
839 Open Space & Trails Special Event 12/10/2014 4:00 PM
839 Redstone Jensen "Drool" Special Event 12/10/2014 11:00 AM
No ice height on Drool
839 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Dog Offense 12/10/2014 10:00 AM
Danielle Noto on AK with Gordon setter and Akbash, marginal sight control
8135 Open Space Properties Special Event 12/09/2014 3:30 PM
Distributed calendars to CMC, restocked leashes at HC trailhead
8135 Public Works Office Illegal Camping 12/09/2014 2:00 PM
Prepped for Friday's burn, inventoried bike bells
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 12/09/2014 9:30 AM
9:55am Observed flagging along RGT at RGT-Grinley Bridge intersection for buried telephone line - may effect trail. Patrolled RGT from Stein to USPS.
8135 Sunnyside Trail Trails 12/09/2014 8:30 AM
Patrolled Sunnyside and RGT from SH Falls to Stein Park.
8135 Open Space Properties Special Event 12/08/2014 3:30 PM
Distributed calendars in Aspen
8135 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 12/08/2014 8:45 AM
9:00am Educational contact regarding two dogs off leash - explained existing policy and planned mgmt plan revision.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Signage 12/08/2014 8:00 AM
Replaced sawhorse closure sign. 8:45am Found a cow elk carcass in the upper meadow above BC - old, scattered by scavengers, possibly dumped. Followed recent footprints, some closure trespass occurring.
8135 Open Space Properties Special Event 12/07/2014 3:30 PM
Distributed calendars to WC USPS - WC3 was closed. Also stopped by Jaffee trailhead - busy there too today.
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 12/07/2014 2:30 PM
Incredibly busy day at Arbaney Kittle - full parking lot with cars coming and going. Patrolled onto USFS trail to contact hikers. Gave JA's card to a hiker interested in organizing an Arbaney Kittle hikers clean-up day for all the poop bags.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Penalty Assessment 12/07/2014 2:00 PM
Paperwork for off-leash citation (Matt Jay)
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Penalty Assessment 12/07/2014 1:00 PM
1:40pm CITATION: Matt Jay for dog off-leash on RGT at BHS driveway intersection/within Zero Tolerance zone. Fined $100. Very cooperative - Matt recommended OST start a competition where each month the nicest fined hikers get their fines rescinded.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 12/07/2014 11:00 AM
11:20am Educational Contact at entrance to Smuggler Lot - advised owner of two energetic off-leash dogs to keep within V&S control; owner left to retrieve leashes
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 12/07/2014 10:00 AM
More ice chipping on HC stairs
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 12/07/2014 10:00 AM
10:40am Verbal Warning: Renee Orroz for one dog off-leash at the LW/HC junction. Cooperative, but resistant and possibly intoxicated.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/07/2014 8:30 AM
Bike patrolled from Slaughterhouse Falls to Aspen USPS. 9:13am Verbal Warning: Max Sanford for two dogs off-leash on RGT up valley, but within view, of Stein Park junction.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Signage 12/06/2014 2:30 PM
Updated two trail closure signs - on either end of BC Trail - with new signs that have the appropriate opening date on them (March 31). Sign by metal bridge near middle of trail still has May 15 date, but there are no more replacement closure signs.
8135 Moore Open Space Parking 12/06/2014 2:00 PM
2:00pm White Landcruiser still illegally parked (for weeks potentially), Colorado plate 120-QWQ. Already tagged. I suggest we tow.
8135 Lani White Trail Trails 12/06/2014 1:30 PM
I spotted a mink (see photos) - a good reason to keep your dog on a leash on LW!
8135 Sunnyside Trail Trails 12/06/2014 9:30 AM
Patrolled down Sunnyside and up RGT to Stein Park and down to Slaughterhouse Falls.
8135 Jaffee Park Parking 12/06/2014 9:00 AM
Rolled small boulder out of Jaffee Lot
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 12/06/2014 8:30 AM
Rim site has been vacated - no trash
8135 Public Works Office Signage 12/06/2014 8:00 AM
Collected signs to replace signage on BC
8135 Open Space Properties Special Event 12/05/2014 1:30 PM
Restocked calendars at Wheeler, City Hall, and Main St Bakery.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Signage 12/05/2014 10:30 AM
Checked signage on BC for appropriate closure date, as requested by JA
8135 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 12/05/2014 10:00 AM
9:50am Observed hiker with camera off-trail on closed Sky Mtn OSP near the abandoned structure near Brushcreek Trail and visible from Seven Star Ranch. 10:10am Verbal Warning: I contacted Taylor Berrett as he photographed the abandoned structure in the Sky Mtn Park closure. I gave him a verbal warning for trespassing on the closure and walked him out of the property. Taylor was cooperative and visiting from NY to perform at the Belly Up.
8135 Seven Star Ranch Signage 12/05/2014 8:00 AM
Placed five seasonal closure signs on 7 Star Ranch. 8:30am Observed fence damage on Airport Ranch OS near MM 36.5 in a draw between the two bridges on 82 down valley of the Sardi House - it appears a vehicle struck the fence sometime recently
839 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Nordic 12/04/2014 4:00 PM
Etkins dogs out on upper Raouls Revenge, skier said they approached but did not menace
839 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 12/04/2014 8:00 AM
1st NoStar management staff meeting
8135 Sky Mountain Park Signage 12/02/2014 3:15 PM
Placed supplemental Sky Mtn OSP closure signs at Cemetery
8135 Brush Creek Trail Signage 12/02/2014 2:30 PM
Placed "Trail Closed" sawhorse sign at BC entrance, changed sign by BC upper bridge, and placed new 30 holer with closure sign.
8135 Brush Creek Trail Trails 12/02/2014 2:30 PM
2:40pm Evidence of equestrian trespass on Brushcreek closure - tracks start at BC Rd and go to Cozyline. Documented and emailed JA.
8135 Open Space Properties Special Event 12/02/2014 1:30 PM
Distributed OST 2015 Calendars
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 12/02/2014 11:30 AM
Chipped away as much ice as time allowed on the staircase at the HC/LW junction and placed shovel for future use (hidden in large pine immediately uphill of the foot bridge)
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 12/02/2014 11:30 AM
12:30pm Verbal Warning: Sarah Steel (two dogs off leash - one large, light brown dog and one medium black & white dog) at the LW/HC junction. Claimed not to know policy and stated that dogs were not her's - leashed up one upon request and I provided an extra leash for her second, which she had to chase down.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 12/02/2014 10:00 AM
I patrolled from Stein to the USPS Office on the RGT. Verbal Warning: John Moore at 10:35am near mile marker 41.0 on the RGT for dogs off-leash. First warning.
8135 Sunnyside Trail Trails 12/02/2014 9:00 AM
Patrolled Sunnyside to RGT (down to Slaughterhouse Falls and up to Stein Park) - muddy, icy, not good for Nordic
8135 Public Works Office Signage 12/02/2014 8:00 AM
Worked with IT to fix printing issue at PW, finished Timesheet, prepped for winter closure sign posting & calendars
8135 Open Space Properties Signage 12/01/2014 8:00 AM
Posted Winter Closure signage, distributed OST 2015 calendars throughout the community, and trained with JA.
8135 Open Space Properties Parking 12/01/2014 8:00 AM
Around 11:00am I pink-tagged the White Landcruiser (120-QWQ) parked illegally (overnight for a week plus) in the Moore Lot. JA called a PitCo deputy to run plates (Owner: Glenn of Midnight Mine Rd) - the car appears to be dumped; PitCo will tow if not removed. JA will follow up with Owner.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 11/30/2014 3:15 PM
I was on my way to do a down valley loop when I thought I spotted tracks in the snow near the Brushcreek Lot. I entered the lot and patrolled the Mills OSP "Rim;" I followed multiple paths of boot prints (appeared to be made by the same person) and dog prints in the snow. I found and pink-tagged a small camp site - a cleared area behind a juniper tree maybe big enough for one person with a few beverage containers. As there were only two pieces of trash, I cleaned up, but still left a notice. I will check back again later in the week.
8135 Lani White Trail Trails 11/30/2014 2:30 PM
Lower HC and all of LW are very muddy with patches of ice - great for neither hiking shoes nor yak-traxs.
8135 Moore Open Space Parking 11/30/2014 2:00 PM
I checked the Moore lot for illegal parking. The white Landcruiser mentioned previously (120-QWQ) is still parked in the lot. The vehicle has been observed in the same spot for more than a week, possibly as long as two weeks.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 11/30/2014 11:00 AM
Answered questions from interested party on V&S policy at top of Smug. I patrolled from lot to summit trail junction and over to Hunter Creek via 10th Mtn Trail. 10th Mtn Trail is well packed - much more traffic than I expected. I ran into hut trippers on the HC connector - tis' the season.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 11/30/2014 9:00 AM
Patrolled RGT above Stein Park towards Aspen and below the park to Slaughterhouse Falls. Verbal Warning: I contacted Mary Kate Howensen at 9:42am on the RGT immediately below Duffy's Wiggles after seeing a barking dog off-leash. Mary Kate identified herself as the owner and leashed the dog upon request. First warning.
8135 Public Works Office Dog Offense 11/30/2014 8:00 AM
Wrapped up verbal warning and patrol logs from 11/29, entered Timesheet, and purchased USB wall/car chargers, as discussed.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 11/29/2014 3:30 PM
I circled back to RGT immediately below Stein Park a second time to contact dog walkers. Verbal Warning: I contacted Jessica Haller regarding a dog off-leash on RGT about fifty feet below Stein Park (golden retriever). Jessica was friendly, cooperative, and claimed to be unaware of leash rule. We have not warned her before.
8135 Sunnyside Trail Trails 11/29/2014 3:00 PM
Patrolled Gold Butte & Sunnyside to RGT (Stein Park) - muddy and some loose rocks on Gold Butte climbing access trail.
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 11/29/2014 1:30 PM
Trails are getting very muddy - progressively so the lower you go on HC
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 11/29/2014 12:30 PM
Verbal Warning - Sigrid Lee for dog out of sight control (Wally, white poodle) on lower switchback of Smug Rd near No Parking sign. Very busy day on Smuggler Mtn.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 11/29/2014 12:00 PM
Paperwork for verbal warnings on RGT
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 11/29/2014 10:45 AM
Very busy day! 11:35am Verbal Warning (Greg Graffe), 11:40am Verbal Warning (Laura Neylland), 12:00pm 2nd Verbal Warning (Kim Coates - warned in 2011, I used discretion to give second VW and explanation of policy with emphasis on potential for fine considering how she was cooperative, leashed dog when asked, and seemed to understand my explanation)
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 11/29/2014 10:00 AM
Six cars in the lot - decent amount of activity. I ran into Michael Regan "Life Elevation Consultant" and sled salesman - interesting character
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 11/29/2014 9:00 AM
BHS patrol - not much activity, some Nordic tracks, but still poor skiing
8135 Public Works Office Signage 11/29/2014 8:00 AM
Broke down cycling sign, picked up business cards, paperwork
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Parking 11/28/2014 4:00 PM
Truck drove around stein park, I asked COA to install a cone on driveway.
8135 Public Works Office Signage 11/26/2014 3:45 PM
Wrapped up week: stored signs, purchased space blankets ($3.19 x 4), did paperwork, filled gas and washer fluid
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 11/26/2014 3:00 PM
Patrolled Stein Park and down the RGT - poor Nordic conditions
8135 Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trails Dog Offense 11/26/2014 2:15 PM
I need a briefing on Nordic dog policies and our duties in those areas
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Parking 11/26/2014 2:00 PM
Contacted owner of pink tagged truck (Eddie Little) from Smuggler - explained policy, he moved vehicle, and thanked me for a warning
8135 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Dog Offense 11/26/2014 1:00 PM
There was a good number of cars in TH lot, so I hiked up trail. Reminded party on BLM/USFS property about V&S policy - dog was out of their sight in forest. Did not take names, as they were cooperative and I was outside OST jurisdiction. Hikers seemed surprised to see me even on lower section of OST trail, perhaps we should visit more often.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 11/26/2014 12:00 PM
Not much of a lunch rush at the BHS trailhead
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 11/26/2014 10:30 AM
Verbal Warning - Ruthie Brown for dog out of V&S control
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 11/26/2014 10:30 AM
Pink-tagged large truck with trailer parked and blocking in lower Smuggler lot (Texas plate: BP3-3105)
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 11/26/2014 8:30 AM
Patrolled upper RGT with a Music Tent loop to keep an eye out for commercial dog walker - no dog issues today
8135 Moore Open Space Parking 11/26/2014 8:00 AM
Checked Moore parking lot near Chapel for contractors. No obvious contractor vehicles, but I did document a Landcruiser (120-QWQ) that is plowed and has been parked there for at least 4-5 days. Question: did we have that lot signed as OST?
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Trails 11/25/2014 2:00 PM
All quiet - no new tracks and no groomed Nordic trail
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 11/25/2014 12:30 PM
A few happy, hardy hikers out on the trails - the snow's getting deep on the HC cut-off. No sign of major dog issues.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 11/25/2014 11:00 AM
I forgot to note the few times I was up here that Bill must have cut up the fallen aspen at the observation deck kiosk.
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Parking 11/24/2014 3:30 PM
I placed bamboo poles to delineate fence line on NSP for plowing.
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 11/24/2014 1:30 PM
I patrolled City of Aspen OS Music Tent (not a location option in Ranger Mobile). I saw two people on 11/23/14 with 5-6 dogs off-leash on Music Tent, but I was across the river on RGT and could not contact them - keep an eye out for commercial dog walkers.
8135 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 11/23/2014 1:00 PM
No sign of people camping out - it's frigid out on the rim. There are two construction vehicles possibly illegally stored in the lot, but that's RFTA turf.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 11/23/2014 11:00 AM
Some dog waste bags on road - I missed the owners
8135 James H. Smith Open Space Trails 11/23/2014 8:30 AM
No sign of dogs, generally quiet
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 11/22/2014 12:30 PM
Paperwork for Verbal Warnings (on iPad)
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 11/22/2014 10:00 AM
VW (x 2) - Jackie Holden
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 11/22/2014 10:00 AM
Hiked to USFS kiosk, side trip on Lani White trail
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 11/22/2014 8:00 AM
VW - Kittie Boone dog off leash
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 11/21/2014 12:00 PM
Verbal Warning - Andrea Inhoffer for dog out of voice control and more than three dogs per person
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 11/18/2014 1:30 PM
Went all the way to the prayer flags - nothing odd, forestry op still ongoing
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Nordic 11/16/2014 2:00 PM
Enough snow to ski - winter is here
8135 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 11/16/2014 12:00 PM
Removed branches over-hanging trail after snowfall - beautiful out!
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 11/16/2014 9:30 AM
Pink tagged a car for poor parking in Smuggler lot - sideways blocking three spots - talked to owner who was new to Aspen. Later, helped dig out two stuck motorists in lot - both eventually got out
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 11/16/2014 9:30 AM
Took report of two lost Finnish Spitzes (red, fox-like) dogs from Cheryl McCulloch and "Wayne" (9704047431) - will call if seen. Owner will file report with APD.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 11/16/2014 9:30 AM
Took report of found credit card, advised hiker to report to APD - heard on the radio that she dropped it off at the Courthouse
8135 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 11/16/2014 8:00 AM
Removed summer river access signs
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 11/15/2014 12:00 PM
Contacted Augustus Hoy (and dog "Captain") about dog off-leash on Rio Grande immediately below Stein Park - owner had leash and was cooperative - Verbal Warning
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 11/15/2014 12:00 PM
Responded to hiker report of an abandoned bike on the Rio Grande trail - I found owner fishing downstream
8135 Dart Conservation Easement Signage 11/14/2014 2:30 PM
Posted dog restriction signs - more tomorrow
8135 Public Works Office Maintenance 11/14/2014 12:30 PM
Cleaned and serviced ranger saw - need new chain and Stihl nut
8135 Open Space Properties Signage 11/14/2014 8:30 AM
Posted outreach signs at three Rio Grande access points
8135 Open Space Properties Signage 11/13/2014 11:00 AM
Posted signs at four Rio Grande trail access points - outreach for RG trail mgmt planning
8135 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 11/13/2014 9:00 AM
Contacted Heather Hall about dog off-leash on upper Rio. Owner had leash, first offense - verbal warning
8135 Open Space & Trails Meeting/Planning 11/13/2014 8:00 AM
Met with Amy & Meghan in Finance, Lindsey in OST (picked up Rio signs)
8135 Sky Mountain Park Signage 11/11/2014 1:00 PM
Closed Sky MP at Viewline-Deadline junction for Elk Hunt
839 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 11/11/2014 1:00 PM
Met with total 3 hunters to hunt Sky MP, closed cozy,air and skyline trails til Monday
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Penalty Assessment 11/11/2014 11:00 AM
Contacted Shane Morgan (older woman, white Range Rover) at Smug TH about dumping yard waste (leaves) - verbal warning - Shane was nice and understood policy violation.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Trails 11/11/2014 11:00 AM
Timber contractors reported a fallen tree on Smug Rd. I found the tree at the trail junction near the observation deck - a large aspen, max 10in in diameter, pinning a smaller aspen. The fallen tree does not block trail or road, but does block county parking access and may need to be cut. If cut, beware of the pinned smaller tree under tension.
8135 Smuggler Mountain Road Dog Offense 11/11/2014 11:00 AM
Contacted Sam Hewins about report of a lost dog not under voice/sight control. Sam's dog is small, brown, 30lbs, with a blue collar, and answers to Tempe. Owner cell: #9709483741. I gave Sam J. Armstrong's card and reminded him of V/S policy.
839 Coke Ovens Open Space Meeting/Planning 11/11/2014 9:30 AM
Met with Randy Melton at Redstone Stables/Schumacher
8135 Open Space & Trails Trails 11/11/2014 8:00 AM
Serviced Lani White, HC, and Smug trash and leashes
8135 Open Space & Trails Resource Damage 11/07/2014 8:00 AM
Hunter Creek fed trailhead trashed - beer cans, etc.
836 North Star Nature Preserve Closed Area 10/29/2014 8:00 AM
Nothing abnormal observed. Said hi to James H.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 10/28/2014 9:00 AM
Signage update for COA/OST
836 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 10/27/2014 10:30 AM
Blm lot continually trashed. Trashed sometime after 15:00 Sunday.
839 Sky Mountain Park Trails 10/24/2014 11:00 AM
New Ditchline Tr is too wet and muddy last 1/3 lower trail on northern exposure
839 Stein Property Resource Damage 10/24/2014 9:30 AM
Fined hunter $300 for hunt on Stein OS
839 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 10/23/2014 11:00 AM
CPW reports hunter Adam Olson shot elk on Stein OS, I will meet w/ perp Friday
839 Open Space & Trails Closed Area 10/23/2014 11:00 AM
Report of nightime shot on Northstar, learned from Deputy Burchetta of accidental discharge just missed hunter at close range
839 Sky Mountain Park Resource Damage 10/22/2014 4:00 PM
Found large dead doe at TOSV cemetery shot thru head and dumped, alerted CPW
839 Airport Ranch Special Event 10/22/2014 11:00 AM
Found un permitted film shoot in RF Gorge, required to apply and pay fee in lieu of ticket
839 North Star Nature Preserve Resource Damage 10/20/2014 5:00 PM
Small fire pit by first spruces on James H entry path
836 Basalt/Snowmass Trail Dog Offense 10/20/2014 10:00 AM
2 loose dogs reported on basalt/Snowmass trail. 03 requested assistance looking for them. UTL.
838 Sky Mountain Park Bicycle Action 10/19/2014 1:00 PM
So Sky is busy. More busy than Rio in the pm during Oct.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 10/19/2014 10:00 AM
12 bags of dog waste observed on trail.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 10/19/2014 10:00 AM
New trail being built off BLM/Red Mountain access. On private property. Elaborate and extensive.
838 Castle Creek Trail Signage 10/19/2014 9:00 AM
Congo trail signs taken down.
838 Administration Special Event 10/16/2014 2:00 PM
838 ineligible for rehire
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Resource Damage 10/16/2014 11:00 AM
Jedi trail seeing greater use.
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 10/15/2014 4:30 PM
Keys for #109 Tacoma are missing in the Smuggler/Hunter Creek area, fell out of my pocket.
838 Brush Creek Trail Signage 10/15/2014 10:00 AM
Dog seasonal closure
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 10/14/2014 8:00 AM
snow/icy trails above Smuggler platform.
836 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 10/11/2014 6:00 PM
Dog offleash on Sky MP reported by Asst. Director. Car associated returns to Pamela MacMillan GWS.
838 Sky Mountain Park Dog Offense 10/11/2014 2:30 PM
Reported dog off leash on Sky Mountain Park, UTL.
838 Jaffee Park Dog Offense 10/11/2014 1:30 PM
Educational contact with Susan Schlundt on River trail
836 Open Space & Trails Accident/Rescue 10/11/2014 9:00 AM
Medical resupply!
836 East of Aspen Trail Maintenance 10/07/2014 3:00 PM
Boardwalk repairs on east of aspen
838 Sky Mountain Park Counters 10/05/2014 4:00 PM
Airline confer moved to 4'x4' post
839 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 10/04/2014 3:00 PM
42 yo male MTB rider evacuated offSkyline by SMVFD with facial lacs
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Resource Damage 10/03/2014 5:30 PM
Shale brushed off rio west of sewer falls.
1558 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 10/03/2014 10:15 AM
838 North Star Nature Preserve Counters 10/01/2014 4:00 PM
Jamar counters at Northstar pulled in. Armstrong trained on Trafx counters
838 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 9/28/2014 4:30 PM
Northstar review with fluvial geomorphologist and wetland community ecologist
838 Emma Trail Resource Damage 9/27/2014 10:30 AM
Ditch water on Emma trail near underpass
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 9/27/2014 8:30 AM
New stop sign installed on 30 holer east of McLain flats road.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 9/25/2014 11:00 AM
Detour signage removed. 4 sandwich boards. 2 sawhorse signs missing.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Closed Area 9/24/2014 11:30 AM
Paved section opened at 4:00 pm. No more detour (supposedly)
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Closed Area 9/24/2014 11:30 AM
Carol Dopkin with two others riding horses on closed section, damage to new shoulder where crossing RGT, accessing from private land.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Counters 9/23/2014 10:00 AM
Installed second camera at salt lick, found another block 15 meters west of salt lick.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Penalty Assessment 9/21/2014 4:00 PM
Holly Upper with yellow lab Lulu in zero tolerance area on rio grande in Basalt.
838 East of Aspen Trail Signage 9/21/2014 2:00 PM
Backings switched with Airport Open Space sign! Reunited and it feels soo good
838 Jaffee Park Closed Area 9/21/2014 11:30 AM
Liaison trail closer re-established
838 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 9/20/2014 11:30 AM
Flat shovel on stairs and salvation bridge with 836
838 Administration Counters 9/19/2014 5:30 PM
Trafx shuttle cleared, Jamar data processing commenced
838 Administration Accident/Rescue 9/19/2014 5:30 PM
Bike accident on Deadline. 43yo male, positive LOC. Snowmass fire response.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 9/19/2014 8:30 AM
Self rescue, 50yo female, fall and bleeding near Lani White bridge
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 9/18/2014 2:30 PM
Pavement now open from shale to san plant detour!
1558 Rio Grande Park Dog off leash - education contact 9/18/2014 11:15 AM
838 Aspen Mass Trail Signage 9/17/2014 5:00 PM
Sign at Intercept restored
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 9/17/2014 10:30 AM
Paving nearly complete. Closures open for truck access, attractive nuisance, difficult to enforce without being there..
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 9/17/2014 10:30 AM
Restored rio grande trailhead sign west of McLain flats
839 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 9/14/2014 1:30 PM
Person bitten by dog on Hunter Ck Tr , on USFS land
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Maintenance 9/13/2014 11:30 AM
paint freshened, driveway crosswings swept, signs buffed on mid and lower rio.
839 Glassier Open Space Closed Area 9/12/2014 5:00 PM
Horseman(woman) w/2 dogs off leash on Glassier, Susan Gibbs warned.Eagle Deputy responded.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 9/12/2014 11:00 AM
Detour needed lots of TLC rearranging signage, Const will work Saturday
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 9/11/2014 3:00 PM
Woman crashed on bicycle into wire fence, deputy Lumsden responded.
1558 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Campsite found/evicted 9/11/2014 10:30 AM
Camp/tree stand dismantled by offending party!
1558 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Dog off leash - education contact 9/11/2014 10:30 AM
838 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 9/10/2014 2:30 PM
Underpass clear of squatters. Too cold?
838 Aspen Mass Trail Maintenance 9/10/2014 2:00 PM
Trimming back facewappers.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 9/10/2014 12:30 PM
Paving has begun. Starting at shale bluffs moving westward. Bikers detour on soft surface/sewer highway.
1558 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 9/10/2014 10:00 AM
836 Wingo Junction River Access Maintenance 9/08/2014 9:00 AM
Bollards dug out and leveled, ditch cleared and water diverted from trail.
838 Aspen Mass Trail Accident/Rescue 9/07/2014 3:30 PM
22 yr bicyclist fall uphill on Aspen Mass trail. Found glasses, refused care.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 9/07/2014 12:30 PM
Detour closure flagging repaired
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 9/07/2014 12:30 PM
Liaison closure re-erected.
838 Airport Ranch Trails 9/06/2014 2:30 PM
Ungulates have cleared debris from bandit trail
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 9/06/2014 8:30 AM
Written warning for Jackie Daly
839 Glassier Open Space Vandalism 9/04/2014 5:00 PM
no dogs sign stolen off Saltonstall Property, , continued trespass complaints.
838 Administration Counters 9/04/2014 2:00 PM
Training 839 on Trafx trail counters
1558 Rio Grande Park Dog off leash - education contact 9/04/2014 1:45 PM
838 Sky Mountain Park Signage 9/03/2014 5:00 PM
Color and partner appropriate signage installed at Deadline trail
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 9/03/2014 11:30 AM
Soft surface now open as detour, but only to Sewer highway. Novice bikers and trucks on the same bumpy detour!
1559 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Followed-up on issue 9/02/2014 1:15 PM
Phantom pooper seems to have moved on. No new waste in past 2 weeks; pulled cameras.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Bicycle Action 9/02/2014 12:30 PM
Ever changing detour should be looked at tomorrow if soft surface opens.
1559 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Campsite found/evicted 9/02/2014 11:15 AM
Tagged camp on Ute Mesa OS. Platform w/ wood chest, seat, and deer stand all "hidden" by camo netting.
1558 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 9/02/2014 8:30 AM
839 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Accident/Rescue 9/01/2014 12:30 PM
70 yo fem fell off bike 1/4 mi east of w/j detour, poss concussion to hospital via ambi
838 Sky Mountain Park Trails 8/31/2014 2:30 PM
Red flagging along Cozyline and skyline. What for?
838 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 8/31/2014 2:00 PM
Continued loitering at brush creek/82 underpass. Squatter Justin Schaff asserted his rights to me. #66 Cramer talked them into moving along.
836 Sky Mountain Park Accident/Rescue 8/31/2014 1:30 PM
Jct of deadline and high line broken ankle Snowmass rescued with atv.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Park use heavy 8/31/2014 1:00 PM
Huge volleyball fan here!
836 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Closed Area 8/31/2014 8:00 AM
MRI portapot at Emma schoolhouse is locked?
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Bicycle Action 8/30/2014 12:00 PM
Bottom of Jaffe Liaison Trail opened for traffic.
838 East of Aspen Trail Resource Damage 8/29/2014 3:00 PM
Salt lick found near South Gate aspen trees
1558 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 8/28/2014 1:30 PM
1558 Marolt Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 8/27/2014 11:45 AM
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 8/26/2014 3:30 PM
Management Planning signs removed from Gold Butte along RGT
836 Jaffee Park Maintenance 8/26/2014 2:00 PM
Jaffee River Trail drainage
1558 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 8/26/2014 10:15 AM
836 Wingo Junction River Access Maintenance 8/25/2014 2:30 PM
Wingo needs vegetative moving and ditch cleaning. Water overflowing. Portapot trash dumped into toilet.
836 Stein Property Bicycle Action 8/25/2014 1:00 PM
Colorado heart cycle ticket issued for lack of permit on ride from Emma to aspen on rio grande trail and aid station at stein park.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Bicycle Action 8/25/2014 10:00 AM
Detour re opened for construction traffic reroute.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Bicycle Action 8/24/2014 11:30 AM
Verena Mallory trail is flagged with green and orange flagging and blue pin flags. Say goodbye to the trail?
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Bicycle Action 8/23/2014 9:00 AM
Changed McLain Flats Detour for Weekend
1558 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 8/22/2014 12:45 PM
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 8/21/2014 1:00 PM
14"x40' pine down, not blocking Lollipop cutoff but too close to trail . Forward to Maint.
839 Nancy's Path Trails 8/19/2014 3:00 PM
No motor vehicle sign installed at top of Path at donors request after repeated motorcycle trespass
835 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 8/18/2014 1:00 PM
Contacted woman who lost consciousness on trail. Assessed and escorted her to Hunter Creek Rd., at Benedict Br, to meet Medic 92. They evaluated and released her.
1558 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 8/18/2014 10:45 AM
1558 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 8/18/2014 10:00 AM
1558 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 8/18/2014 8:45 AM
838 Owl Creek Trail Closed Area 8/17/2014 2:30 PM
3 ebikes motorized use on owl creek.
835 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Accident/Rescue 8/17/2014 12:00 PM
Bike vs Bike at Arciero area, collarbone injury transport. Scene cleared upon arrival, no trail defect in area.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/17/2014 11:30 AM
'Steve Gonzalez' with trip. Dog complaint. Very hostile.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 8/16/2014 2:00 PM
Erin Leider-Pariser written warning loss of sight control of Sydney a grey Weimaraner on Smuggler Mountain Road. Contested my observation multiple times.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 8/16/2014 1:00 PM
Responded to unclear dispatch call regarding stuck dogs on smuggler mtn road. Unable to locate.
839 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 8/15/2014 8:00 AM
tunnel approaches brushed , no sign of vagrants lately.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 8/13/2014 10:30 AM
Detour signage installed and optimized.
839 Open Space & Trails Penalty Assessment 8/12/2014 1:00 PM
Gran Fondo Italiano cited for unauthorized aide station, warned for trash
1558 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 8/12/2014 11:15 AM
1558 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 8/12/2014 11:15 AM
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Bicycle Action 8/12/2014 9:00 AM
First day paving monitoring
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 8/12/2014 7:00 AM
All bike/ped traffic detoured from RGT to McClain Flats Rd for 1K for approx 3-6 weeks
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/12/2014 7:00 AM
8 yo girl bike fall at RGT-McClain gravel on asphalt ,minor first aide. Same time 70 yo man bike fall pursuant to cardiac event on RGT at Wingo Ped Bridge. Deputies, Ambi, flown>Denver
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 8/10/2014 4:30 PM
Female bike accident at MM 43.5 (Wrigley's wiggles). A/Ox3, transported code.
838 East of Aspen Trail Counters 8/10/2014 3:30 PM
Jamar counters harvested and rebatterried
838 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 8/10/2014 11:00 AM
Written warning for Paul Leider. 2 other verbal warnings.
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Maintenance 8/10/2014 9:30 AM
Large downed tree cut off on Lollipop cutoff with hand chainsaw (and muscles, lots of muscles to get it done in less than 1/2 hour)
838 Stein Trail Trails 8/10/2014 8:30 AM
Stein basin singletrack trail still a mess
1558 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 8/09/2014 2:45 PM
1558 Rio Grande Trail Cyclist contact 8/09/2014 2:45 PM
1558 Marolt Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 8/09/2014 10:30 AM
838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Special Event 8/09/2014 8:30 AM
Ragnar relay monitoring
1558 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 8/08/2014 11:00 AM
1558 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 8/08/2014 11:00 AM
1558 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 8/08/2014 8:15 AM
838 Hunter Creek Trail Maintenance 8/07/2014 10:00 AM
Keep nippaz handy. Raspberry rewards
836 East of Aspen Trail Bicycle Action 8/04/2014 1:30 PM
Bicycle Rack at Northstar Pedestrian Bridge
836 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 8/04/2014 12:30 PM
New you are here arrows across the system w/ 835.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Signage 8/03/2014 2:30 PM
Trail regs and dog signs placed at top of liaison and Jaffee with 836
838 Public Works Office Counters 8/02/2014 5:30 PM
Upload data from days journey: owl, brush, wc, dart, RFC, Emma, bmass, ak.
836 James H. Smith Open Space Closed Area 8/01/2014 3:00 PM
James H Heron closure Open!
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 8/01/2014 12:00 PM
Forestry Project Signs Removed. Upper Maint. Road gate locked.
838 Sky Mountain Park Illegal Camping 7/31/2014 4:30 PM
Squatter addressed with #76 at Brush Creek underpass
838 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/31/2014 11:30 AM
Warning to Bonnie McCloskey
1558 Smuggler Mountain Dog off leash - education contact 7/31/2014 10:30 AM
Written warning to Nina saslove. Loss of sight control.
1558 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 7/30/2014 3:00 PM
Contacted two suspected vehicle sleepers w 129. Paul and Jeep. Cooperative, claim o be day users.
1558 Rio Grande Park Dog off leash - education contact 7/30/2014 12:45 PM
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Dog Offense 7/30/2014 11:30 AM
2 loose evasive dogs reported by gt. Handled by myself and 48.
836 East of Aspen Trail Trails 7/30/2014 11:00 AM
Monsoon caused classic wash outs on mcfarlane and wildwood. Boardwalk requires nailing.
838 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 7/30/2014 8:30 AM
It's getting real in the Smuggler parking lot.
1558 Maroon Creek Trail/Wetlands Found resource damage 7/29/2014 12:30 PM
Large pile of human waste cleaned up while 1959 watched and laughed. Will follow up with checks for illegal camping.
1558 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/29/2014 9:15 AM
1558 Cozy Point/Aspen Mass/Mills Campsite found/evicted 7/29/2014 8:00 AM
Talked to camper at archery range w 1959, 66, and 11. Aspen TREE intern.
1558 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 7/29/2014 7:15 AM
Contacted a sleeper in Toyota camper w 1959 and 125
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Bicycle Action 7/28/2014 10:00 AM
Extremely dangerous and fast pass between me and 2 pedestrians. Written warning to Eric Parenteau
838 Administration Accident/Rescue 7/27/2014 6:30 PM
24 yr male longboarder fall on RGT, ambulance response non-code.
838 Sky Mountain Park Counters 7/27/2014 3:00 PM
Cozyline and Dealine counters install and launched!
838 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 7/27/2014 3:00 PM
Continued questions to dispatch about the status (open/closed) of Deadline trail.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 7/27/2014 1:30 PM
Multiple calls to dispatch concerning improper use of upper HC lot, enforcement and obtaining parking stickers.
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 7/27/2014 8:00 AM
Outta pitkinoutside stickers, well received by the public.
836 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 7/25/2014 1:30 PM
Food trash, human waste and discarded clothing removed from brush creek trail underpass at intercept lot.
839 Sky Mountain Park Trails 7/25/2014 10:30 AM
Deadline benefitted well from the moisture, we hope to open by mid next week, weather and soil conditions permitting
839 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 7/25/2014 10:00 AM
trash , clothing , human waste at south side of underpass, disgusting, crack down on loitering . 2 different public complaints also
839 Brush Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/25/2014 9:30 AM
Kathy McGowan , not nice , family of 4 with 4 dogs off leash on lower Brush Ck Tr
838 East of Aspen Trail Counters 7/24/2014 3:00 PM
Northstar Trafx counter deployed on border fence between James H and Northstar
838 Administration Counters 7/24/2014 2:00 PM
Counters built and ready to deploy.
838 Lani White Trail Trails 7/24/2014 1:30 PM
Rock work at trailhead rebuilt (mostly)
838 East of Aspen Trail Bicycle Action 7/23/2014 2:30 PM
Stolen bike left at Southgate returned to owner via SO
1558 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/23/2014 10:15 AM
838 Sky Mountain Park Trails 7/23/2014 8:30 AM
Closed signage on both sides of Deadline trail
1559 Smuggler Mountain Issued citation 7/21/2014 11:00 AM
Cited Nancy Hairston for failure to remove dog waste.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Illegal Camping 7/20/2014 10:00 AM
Checked stein and slaughter falls for camps, no evidence
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 7/20/2014 8:30 AM
Dog altercation reported to me at the base. Female approximately 40y.o. Blonde, athletic. With large red tan leather colored dog with darker face. Large strong dog. Owner of attacking dog took the verbal offensive. Owner in full compliance when observed descending around 8:45-9.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Campsite found/evicted 7/20/2014 7:30 AM
Contacted sleeper down the Rio Grande trail from Stein Park with SO. Last warning for Patrick.
1559 Rio Grande Park Issued written warning 7/19/2014 1:45 PM
Contacted Anthony Todaro at John Denver about two dogs off leash. 30 minutes later he walked by me with the same two dogs off leash, written warning due to cooperation.
1558 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/17/2014 10:15 AM
836 Crystal Trail Trails 7/16/2014 3:00 PM
volcanoes, sweeping, and brushing needed. 2 signs down. repainted and swept.
836 Crystal Trail Closed Area 7/16/2014 3:00 PM
109 Overheated!
1558 Stein/Red Butte Park Campsite found/evicted 7/16/2014 11:00 AM
Sleeper right in the mowed grass of Stein Park. Tagged
1558 Stein/Red Butte Park Followed-up on issue 7/16/2014 11:00 AM
Yellow kayak found in the woods. 1958 has it if you get a call.
1558 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/15/2014 9:45 AM
835 East of Aspen Trail Bicycle Action 7/14/2014 1:00 PM
Painted bike rack at Beach
1559 ARC/Iselin/Rotary Called to scene 7/14/2014 12:15 PM
Responded to a head injury from a fall at the Highlands bus stop.
836 North Star Nature Preserve Bicycle Action 7/13/2014 3:00 PM
Bike rack at Northstar beach cemented.
835 East of Aspen Trail Maintenance 7/13/2014 12:30 PM
Fixed sign at Northstar platform and painted signs at ped bridge
835 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Resource Damage 7/13/2014 11:00 AM
836 and I cleared path in substantial mudslide at Stein Falls
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 7/12/2014 8:30 AM
Loose dog reported to dispatch, collected and returned to owner.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 7/11/2014 9:00 AM
Removed debris from multiple slides below stein falls from last nights heavy rain with 839.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Resource Damage 7/11/2014 8:00 AM
numerous mud/shale slides west of shale bluffs on RGT, largest 16" deep over 70% of trail for 15' , ameliorated manually.
839 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 7/10/2014 11:30 AM
Trail built on orivate property and likely on CE inflicted riparian area damage, forwarded to ComDev and AVLT
836 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 7/09/2014 2:00 PM
Trail construction across hunter creek from trail investigated. Likely on Avlt land
1558 Hopkins Bike/Ped Route Dog off leash - education contact 7/09/2014 11:15 AM
838 North Star Nature Preserve Counters 7/09/2014 9:00 AM
Jamar counters downloaded to old PDA, and batteries replaced. Should be good until 7/21
836 East of Aspen Trail Bicycle Action 7/09/2014 8:00 AM
Bike rack installed at north star beach.
838 Administration Counters 7/09/2014 7:00 AM
Trafx date snafu rectified! Please sync dock if you change batteries (likely residual issue from last October)
839 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 7/08/2014 4:00 PM
Checked area of stein bridge, no camps
839 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 7/08/2014 4:00 PM
Checked area of stein bridge, no camps
1558 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 7/08/2014 12:00 PM
839 Brush Creek Trail Dog Offense 7/08/2014 9:00 AM
Written warning to Kathy Gibson , neighbor in area, off leash and no leash in possession.
1558 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/08/2014 8:00 AM
838 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Vandalism 7/06/2014 2:30 PM
Large TV dumped on Dart property
836 Glassier Open Space Fire 7/06/2014 1:30 PM
Glassier lawn and orchard needs irrigation badly. Fruit trees dying, lawn bone dry and dying.
836 Glassier Open Space Resource Damage 7/06/2014 1:30 PM
At least two feral cats still being fed on the property
836 North Star Nature Preserve Bicycle Action 7/06/2014 12:00 PM
Blue women's bicycle lock cut and removed from north star pedestrian bridge gate. Hazard in trail abandoned for many days, on fence stating no bikes on gate. Turned over to 77.
1559 Meadows Open Space Found resource damage 7/05/2014 4:45 PM
838 passed on info that kids have been partying along the river just east of the meadows bridge. Cleaned a large amount of snack trash. Boy o boy, do they love their snacks!
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Resource Damage 7/05/2014 4:00 PM
Responded to a fishermans complaint of large volume of trash from kids at meadows bridge.
838 Jaffee Park Maintenance 7/05/2014 9:00 AM
West Jaffee kayak put in brushed and shoveled
836 East of Aspen Trail Vandalism 7/04/2014 2:00 PM
2nd salt block located and removed from south gate.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Park permit check 7/04/2014 12:45 PM
Contacted a catered picnic for 16. Had no permit, but kept a small footprint. Informed them that any bigger would require parks use permit.
1558 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/04/2014 10:00 AM
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 7/04/2014 7:00 AM
Buddy Run very large, very well organized
839 Jaffee Park Whitewater 7/03/2014 1:30 PM
Huge backup of vans buses rafts for afternoon run, extremely crowded but everyone dealing with it
1558 Rio Grande Park Dog off leash - education contact 7/03/2014 1:30 PM
1558 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/03/2014 9:45 AM
836 James H. Smith Open Space Resource Damage 7/02/2014 3:45 PM
Responded to call that herbicide truck was stuck in river at James h smith. Evidence of traffic, but vehicle was not present.
1558 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 7/02/2014 3:30 PM
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Vandalism 7/02/2014 12:00 PM
Large rat trap found baited on BTS
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Parking 7/02/2014 12:00 PM
Buzzed by Ruth Harrison on scooter while biking Silverlode Drive to Smuggler
1558 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 7/02/2014 11:15 AM
838 North Star Nature Preserve Counters 7/02/2014 8:00 AM
Jamar counters installed pointed at floating traffic for holiday count. Waiting for Trafx counters to ship for permanent counts
1558 Marolt Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 7/01/2014 11:15 AM
1558 City Golf Course Dog off leash - education contact 7/01/2014 8:45 AM
835 Hunter Creek Trail Accident/Rescue 6/29/2014 11:00 AM
Responded with 836 to Duffys Wiggles biker vs. tree
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 6/29/2014 11:00 AM
Responded with 835,836 to biker vs tree at the wiggles.
838 East of Aspen Trail Trails 6/28/2014 5:00 PM
EoA could use a trim
838 Rio Grande Trail - Middle Portion Trails 6/28/2014 3:00 PM
Volcanoes in driveway section getting pretty bumpy
838 Emma Trail Trails 6/28/2014 1:30 PM
Emma underpass could use a trim and sweep
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 6/28/2014 8:30 AM
Backcountry marathon flagging and signage clear
836 Wingo Junction River Access Trails 6/27/2014 2:00 PM
Wingo brushed, could use a weed wacking or mow on the sides soon.
1558 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 6/27/2014 9:45 AM
1558 Rio Grande Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/26/2014 2:15 PM
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 6/26/2014 2:00 PM
Dog altercation involving Bernese mtn dog. Unable to locate.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Fire 6/26/2014 8:30 AM
Evidence of small brush fires just west of Shady lane.
1558 Marolt Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 6/26/2014 8:30 AM
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Fire 6/25/2014 5:15 PM
Suspicious fire at Shady/RGT. Kids suspected small fire and left smoldering
1558 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/25/2014 1:45 PM
1559 Hunter Creek Trail/Properties Issued written warning 6/25/2014 11:30 AM
Michelle Cardamone off leash, 2nd offense
836 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 6/25/2014 8:00 AM
Camper appears to have moved on. Likely still in the area.
835 Hunter Creek Trail Resource Damage 6/24/2014 2:30 PM
Minor trail flooding HC from Salvation Ditch repairs at red pipe. Has subsided.
1558 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/24/2014 2:00 PM
835 East of Aspen Trail Parking 6/24/2014 11:00 AM
Aspen kayak parking in easement eoa. Need to follow up.
836 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 6/22/2014 2:30 PM
Special bonding experience with 835 & 838.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 6/22/2014 10:45 AM
Responded with 836 to medical call at mm 39 for a bike fall.
836 East of Aspen Trail Dog Offense 6/22/2014 10:00 AM
Dog off leash runaway. Male 20-30 white blonde hair 6'-6'3" rude, confrontational and ran away down trail just behind the Eoa trailhead sign at the Stillwater lane bridge. Stated he lived there, local.
1559 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Called to scene 6/22/2014 8:15 AM
Dispatch reported a dead fawn on Little Clouds Trail. Unable to locate.. Pesky bears.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 6/21/2014 9:00 AM
New stakes and blue flagging on portal alignment
836 Stein Trail Illegal Camping 6/21/2014 8:30 AM
Squatter/ more likely camper. Clean packed away camp taken down nightly. Tagged for removal. Camped right at picnic table. Gear stashed and stowed.
1558 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/20/2014 3:00 PM
1558 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/20/2014 12:45 PM
836 Airport Ranch Trails 6/20/2014 12:00 PM
No new work on trail observed, three abandoned camps to be packed out, resource damage still very noticeable in places
836 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/20/2014 9:30 AM
Signs straightened up along north star
1558 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 6/20/2014 8:45 AM
1558 North Star/James H. Smith Dog off leash - education contact 6/19/2014 2:15 PM
838 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 6/19/2014 10:00 AM
Trees down over trail near Doerr driveway. Removed with hand saw like a boss.
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Special Event 6/19/2014 8:00 AM
35 ft logging truck up and down Smugg mtn road. Will recommence Mon 6/23
1558 North Star/James H. Smith Dog off leash - education contact 6/18/2014 1:45 PM
1558 Meadows Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 6/18/2014 9:45 AM
1558 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/17/2014 3:00 PM
1559 Rio Grande Park Found resource damage 6/17/2014 12:30 PM
Found moderate amount of yard waste thrown from over fence onto Truman Conservation Easement. Spoke with property manager; will have landscaping crew remove within the week.
1558 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 6/17/2014 11:15 AM
1559 Campus/Moore Properties Found resource damage 6/17/2014 9:00 AM
Large amount of yard waste dumped on Moore OS. Contacted idividual responsible; will remove all within the week.
1559 Rio Grande Trail Called to scene 6/16/2014 3:00 PM
Response to rafting accident at mm 37.5.
835 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 6/16/2014 8:00 AM
Responded to rafting incident mile 37.5 RGT
835 Gold Butte Open Space Dog Offense 6/15/2014 6:00 PM
Written warning dog in gold butte
835 Wingo Junction River Access Resource Damage 6/14/2014 3:00 PM
Removed graffiti Wingo boat ramp
835 Wingo Junction River Access Resource Damage 6/14/2014 3:00 PM
Removed graffiti Wingo boat ramp
838 Sky Mountain Park Signage 6/14/2014 10:00 AM
Two Way travel/Caution signs installed both termini of Airline trail
835 East of Aspen Trail Resource Damage 6/14/2014 9:00 AM
Removed graffiti Northstar viewing platform
838 Aspen Mass Trail Special Event 6/14/2014 8:30 AM
Gran Fondo permit check
839 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/13/2014 2:30 PM
Takeout designation amended on signs at the 3 portals, The Beach sign needs to be moved out farther toward river and up river, will need rubber boots in lockup to do it.
839 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Accident/Rescue 6/13/2014 1:30 PM
35 yo female bike accident before Duffys Wiggles, APD bike patrol response immediately, Ambi backboard transport.
1558 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/13/2014 10:45 AM
839 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 6/13/2014 10:00 AM
Illegal commercial activity on Preserve, 60 tubers for wedding party. Ticket issued for prohibited comm use on NS. Stillwater Bridge mobbed.
838 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 6/12/2014 3:30 PM
RFC float assist. Next float use big truck (610) and arrive at Blazing at 3:00 pm
1558 Rio Grande Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/12/2014 1:00 PM
839 Hunter Creek Trail Closed Area 6/12/2014 12:00 PM
Continued complaints about people off Hunter Ck Extension Tr /Please urge users not to leave trail in this area
1558 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/11/2014 4:45 PM
838 Hunter Creek Trail Signage 6/11/2014 12:30 PM
Flooding abated, time to remove signs
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 6/11/2014 11:00 AM
Tree down on south tootsie, taken care of by hand.
1558 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 6/11/2014 9:15 AM
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Maintenance 6/11/2014 7:30 AM
Shady lane detour done until new slab will be poured
836 East of Aspen Trail Resource Damage 6/10/2014 12:00 PM
Salt block left at south gate of northstar
836 East of Aspen Trail Vandalism 6/10/2014 12:00 PM
Purple spray paint graffiti located on observation platform at North Star
839 Sky Mountain Park Vandalism 6/10/2014 10:00 AM
Old Viewline to Radio Tower road was reclaimed. has been used by Snowmass Fire for evacuations and ruined the revegetation effort
836 Hunter Creek Trail Illegal Camping 6/09/2014 1:30 PM
Abandoned camp removed near tmta bridge on forest service property
836 North Star Nature Preserve Whitewater 6/09/2014 9:30 AM
View plane improved from hwy 82e for north star bridge take out with 835
835 Sky Mountain Park Trails 6/09/2014 8:00 AM
Cut 2 aspens blocking Airline with 836 and 1959.
835 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Resource Damage 6/07/2014 1:30 PM
Contacted Amos Whiting regarding tumbling rocks off Gold Butte while climbing. Verbal warning and report written.
838 Owl Creek Trail Trails 6/07/2014 12:00 PM
Some ditch water on trail in two locations
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Called to scene 6/07/2014 9:00 AM
Called to a down tree that fell on a car. Opted to remove it ourselves rather than called Aspen Tree Service.
838 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 6/06/2014 5:00 PM
Flooding abated on trail
838 James H. Smith Open Space Trails 6/06/2014 4:30 PM
Flood damage on trail
836 East of Aspen Trail Maintenance 6/06/2014 2:00 PM
Warren Creek trail wash repaired
836 Hunter Creek Trail Illegal Camping 6/06/2014 8:00 AM
abandonned camp located, rock on trail located on 1992
838 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 6/05/2014 5:00 PM
Portal trail check, no apparent activity
1558 Stein/Red Butte Park Campsite found/evicted 6/05/2014 12:45 PM
Removed previously tagged tent above entrance exam.
1558 Marolt Open Space Campsite found/evicted 6/05/2014 11:00 AM
Cleaned bag and trash from under ped bridge
1558 Marolt Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 6/05/2014 11:00 AM
836 Airport Ranch Illegal Camping 6/05/2014 11:00 AM
Abandoned camps under elevated section of 82 removed at annual cleanup with 838.
838 Airport Ranch Special Event 6/05/2014 11:00 AM
Pitkin County highway cleanup
1558 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 6/05/2014 10:30 AM
Cleanup from previous camp
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 6/05/2014 8:30 AM
Complaint filed about a woman countered twice in. Hiking down near the bottom around 8:40am blonde 20-40 years old with a brown colored blue heeler type dog, in an aggressive nipping, biting stance when approaching runners.
1558 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 6/04/2014 11:45 AM
1559 Ajax Park/Ute Trail Issued written warning 6/04/2014 9:15 AM
Contacted Murray Cunningham for two dogs off leash heading up Ute Mesa Trail. Him and his wife tried to evade before I was able to catch up and issue a written warning for his 2nd offense.
1558 North Star/James H. Smith Found resource damage 6/03/2014 2:30 PM
Ditch overflow has damaged east aspen trail @ James H.
1559 Stein/Red Butte Park Campsite found/evicted 6/03/2014 1:15 PM
Camp found & tagged in oak brush high above entrance exam.
835 North Star Nature Preserve Signage 6/03/2014 8:00 AM
Wildwood put in outreach sign installed with 839
839 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Bicycle Action 6/02/2014 6:00 PM
65 yo female bike accident w/concussion by RF club on RGT, ambi Basalt fire
835 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 6/02/2014 2:00 PM
Hunter creek moderate flooding, 839 put out flooding signs near boardwalk
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Maintenance 6/01/2014 8:30 AM
Downed trees clear, tread cleared north Tootsie and Lollipop with 835
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/31/2014 3:00 PM
Multiple trees down and tread obscured on north Tootsie Roll
836 Hunter Creek Trail Illegal Camping 5/31/2014 12:00 PM
Unstable white male potential transient encountered. Blonde longer hair wearing grey sweatshirt red reusable grocery bag as a backpack. Baseball cap. Use caution!
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 5/31/2014 12:00 PM
Lexi McNutt dog off leash ticket.
838 Sky Mountain Park Signage 5/31/2014 11:00 AM
Temp signs put out to clarify airline, Cozyline, skyline
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/31/2014 9:00 AM
Downed trees sawed and removed on lollipop with 835
1558 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/29/2014 9:45 AM
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Penalty Assessment 5/28/2014 4:00 PM
Landscape workshop motorized use on RGT
835 Brush Creek Trail Illegal Camping 5/27/2014 11:00 AM
Contacted Justin, panhandler at Brush and 82, regarding dogs in SMP. He may be looking for camping spot in new area of Cozy Line. He was polite and approachable but his needs seem to come first.
1559 Marolt Open Space Found resource damage 5/27/2014 8:00 AM
Yard waste dumped next to community garden; not from garden.
839 North Star Nature Preserve Special Event 5/27/2014 7:00 AM
East Timor tour on Northstar
836 Hunter Creek Trail Dog Offense 5/26/2014 12:00 PM
Written warning Colleen Collins.
835 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Signage 5/26/2014 9:30 AM
Installed 3 regulation signs Airport Ranch entrances
836 East of Aspen Trail Maintenance 5/26/2014 8:00 AM
Trail damage from storm at wildwood alleviated.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 5/25/2014 5:00 PM
Hank Reardon non compliant
838 Public Works Office Special Event 5/25/2014 12:00 PM
Crazy hail storm wait out
838 Sky Mountain Park Counters 5/24/2014 12:00 PM
Radar road counter removed, reflashed, and replaced as Airline Trail counter as per GT
838 East of Aspen Trail Special Event 5/24/2014 11:30 AM
Team Ranger photo
836 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Maintenance 5/24/2014 9:00 AM
Fallen tree on lollipop sawed and removed, logging road damage drained, sign post at lollipop and 10th mtn replaced. W/838
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Litter minimal 5/24/2014 8:00 AM
Found blue Lowe Alpine backpack 70L, w/ belongings. Appears to have be drug along trail for a distance, could not decipher original location to tag. Have bag at Parks if anyone asks for it.
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 5/24/2014 7:30 AM
Returned to camp on Little Clouds Trail to find it had been removed by the owner. Some minor trash pick up still required.
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 5/22/2014 2:30 PM
Progressive Trail designs ride along
838 East of Aspen Trail Trails 5/22/2014 1:00 PM
Ranch Gate beach at Northstar inundated
838 Lani White Trail Trails 5/22/2014 12:30 PM
All leash (3) stations completely empty
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/22/2014 9:00 AM
Hunter cutoff dry
838 Sky Mountain Park Special Event 5/21/2014 5:00 PM
ACC race on sky mountain park. Minor parking issues. Farewell Radar Road!
1558 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Campsite found/evicted 5/21/2014 1:30 PM
Hauled out trash and Tagged a camp at base of Little Cloud Trail.
838 Airport Ranch Vandalism 5/21/2014 8:30 AM
Trail removal
1558 East Aspen Trail Issued verbal warning 5/20/2014 1:45 PM
Susan Dillingham warned for letting dogs out unsupervised at Stillwater housing.
1558 Stein/Red Butte Park Park use moderate 5/20/2014 12:45 PM
Blazing is running boats today.
1558 Stein/Red Butte Park Park use moderate 5/20/2014 12:15 PM
Slaughterhouse up to 600, kayakers taking advantage. We'll see rubber boats in here any day.
1558 City Golf Course Dog off leash - education contact 5/20/2014 12:00 PM
838 North Star Nature Preserve Vandalism 5/18/2014 4:00 PM
Signs and post removed from ground along with fire ring on beach. 836 and I removed fire ring from beach and reset the post.
836 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Trails 5/18/2014 1:00 PM
East end of dart property had water running across trail. 838 and I alleviated the flow by removing sod and channelizing the drain.
836 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/18/2014 10:00 AM
Tree On upper hunter creek trail removed. Responded to call from dispatch with 835 for large boulders rolled into trail.
835 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 5/18/2014 9:00 AM
Report of humongous rock on trail #1991 in Hunter Creek Valley. Did not locate rock, will follow up.
838 East of Aspen Trail Whitewater 5/17/2014 3:30 PM
Some Raft/float/sup activity through Northstar
1559 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/17/2014 9:30 AM
1559 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Litter minimal 5/17/2014 9:30 AM
Found blue Lowe Alpine Backpack 70L, w/ belongings. Appears to have been drug along trail by bear for a distance, could no decipher original location to tag. Have bag at Parks if someone asks for it.
838 Airport Ranch Trails 5/17/2014 9:00 AM
No trail building
838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Bicycle Action 5/16/2014 12:00 PM
Two road cyclists, failure to announce before passing. Rude and hostile. Red Holy Toledo jersey and black Honey Stinger jersey
839 Airport Ranch Penalty Assessment 5/14/2014 2:00 PM
Vigil at illegal trail, 2 CAUGHT/CITED w/implements on new trail construction. Motion camera installed on trail.
838 Public Works Office Maintenance 5/11/2014 9:00 AM
ESR scheduled for 109 for check engine light and windshield
838 Smuggler Parking Lot Parking 5/10/2014 12:00 PM
Busy on Smug. Worth watching parking area. Plenty of abandoned feces
838 Sky Mountain Park Closed Area 5/10/2014 10:00 AM
No violators or evidence of closure violation
838 Sky Mountain Park Counters 5/10/2014 10:00 AM
Viewline counter captured
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 5/09/2014 9:30 AM
2 warnings for dogs off leash
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Special Event 5/09/2014 9:30 AM
Interaction with Susan Schlundt. Riding through Rio Grande Park she told me I shouldn't be there, I clarified that the city and county have mutual jurisdiction and her interest in the nuances of both open space programs is appreciated.
839 Nancy's Path Trails 5/08/2014 4:30 PM
Nancy's path signs and gates in order
838 Glassier Open Space Trails 5/08/2014 3:00 PM
Glassier Ranch overview
838 Hunter Creek Trail Parking 5/08/2014 12:30 PM
Trash removal upper BLM parking lot Hunter Creek
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Counters 5/08/2014 12:00 PM
Duffys Wiggles counter reglued
839 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Dog Offense 5/08/2014 12:00 PM
Spoke with Skarvan, he is notified next offense is citation. Advised to apply for commercial permit for his activities.
1558 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/07/2014 10:30 AM
836 Open Space & Trails Dog Offense 5/06/2014 12:00 PM
One of Eric Skarvan's 2 dogs reportedly hit a woman in the chest by taking a flying leap at her on Smuggler Mtn Rd
1559 Smuggler Mountain Double w/other officer 5/06/2014 10:30 AM
Walked Lindsey Parcel trail alignment. Difficult trail build.
1559 Rio Grande Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/06/2014 8:30 AM
1558 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 5/05/2014 2:30 PM
838 Sky Mountain Park Trails 5/05/2014 10:00 AM
Viewline some evidence of trespass biking, trail cameras will yield evidence. No evidence of trespass biking on cozy line trail.
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Trails 5/04/2014 11:30 AM
Snow is melting fast. Trail clear by 6/1
838 Smuggler Mountain Open Space Signage 5/04/2014 11:30 AM
Lots of orange flagging on Verena Mallory Spur towards Lindsay parcel
838 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Counters 5/03/2014 2:30 PM
Duggy's Wiggles counters needs to be reglued
838 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Counters 5/03/2014 11:00 AM
RFC Counter lock NEEDs oil
838 Mills OSP Illegal Camping 5/01/2014 4:00 PM
Squatter camp found on Mills proprty. Above the flat Mills foundation, below trail.
838 Wingo Junction River Access Trails 5/01/2014 3:30 PM
Trailhead in fair condition, needs a sweep
838 Arbaney / Kittle Trailhead Trails 5/01/2014 2:30 PM
Trailhead dry and in good shape. Little poop
1558 ABC/BurlingameTrail Dog off leash - education contact 5/01/2014 1:45 PM
1558 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 5/01/2014 1:00 PM
1558 Marolt Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 5/01/2014 12:15 PM
838 Smuggler Mountain Road Counters 5/01/2014 11:00 AM
Smuggler Counter port clogged with mud preventing sensor from working. Malicious trail users
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Dog Offense 5/01/2014 10:00 AM
Cited: Lucy Morgan with 4 small dark dogs off leash just above Gold Butte.
838 Dart Conservation Easement Trails 4/30/2014 4:00 PM
Seasonal dog closure signs removed from Dart
838 Emma Trail Resource Damage 4/30/2014 3:00 PM
3 large bags of trash removed from length of Emma trail
838 Smuggler Mountain Road Maintenance 4/30/2014 2:00 PM
Rerouted spring off smuggler road
838 Hunter Creek Trail Trails 4/30/2014 10:00 AM
Snowy
836 Open Space & Trails Maintenance 4/29/2014 2:00 PM
Ranger Mobile timing out in field and on computer
836 Rio Grande Trail - Lower Portion Dog Offense 4/29/2014 11:00 AM
Bike Away running dog offleash at 1PM on Emma Trail out and back from town. Woman in her 60's with tan skin orange puffy hooded jacket, black pants on a mountain bike. Dog was Aussie Shepard/ Border Collie mixed colors white black brown.
1558 East Aspen Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/28/2014 2:00 PM
836 Rio Grande Trail - Upper Portion Trails 4/21/2014 8:00 AM
Rocks removed from upper rio. Branches and trash t.b. removed on upper rio and EOA. Snow blocking stillwater section of EOA, and J.H.S. tract to Difficult. Some plow spoil piles of rock on EOA Wildwood to Difficult.
1558 Marolt Open Space Dog off leash - education contact 4/16/2014 9:45 AM
1558 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 4/15/2014 11:00 AM
1558 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Cyclist contact 4/15/2014 11:00 AM
1558 Herron/Newbury Park Dog off leash - education contact 4/10/2014 10:45 AM
1558 Cemetery Lane Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/08/2014 2:30 PM
1558 Rio Grande Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/08/2014 10:00 AM
1558 Koch Lumber Park/Midland Trail Dog off leash - education contact 4/03/2014 12:00 PM
1558 Ped Mall/Wagner Park Dog off leash - education contact 4/01/2014 10:00 AM